Iron Online Course Catalogue

Language Arts


Language Arts 9 (LA) 

This is a basic skill-building course, which places an emphasis on the Utah State Core Curriculum and the common core. Course Details: Writing, reading comprehension, vocabulary building, basic grammar and rhetorical skills, and listening are featured. Parts of speech and punctuation study will be stressed. The writing process is followed. Research skills and public speaking are also taught. Freshmen English credit is required for graduation. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 9 ● Prerequisite: None


Language Arts 10 (LA) 

This is a course where basic skills are learned or reviewed and new skills are introduced from the Utah State Core Curriculum and the common core. Course Details: This course places an emphasis on learning the literary techniques of the short story, poetry, and the novel. The student will also learn research techniques, sentence structure, grammar & punctuation rules, and essay writing. Sophomore English credit is required for graduation. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 10 ● Prerequisite: 9th Language Arts


Language Arts 11 (LA) 

This course will build on the skills learned in Freshman and Sophomore English, emphasizing the Utah State core curriculum. Course Details: Class work will revolve around meaningful themes designed to produce creative, logical, and critical thinking. Expression in the areas of writing, poetry, short stories, novels, speeches, research, the essay, and drama are emphasized. A review of English usage is emphasized. This course meets the needs of both the college bound and the workforce-bound student. Junior English is required for graduation. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 11 ● Prerequisite: 9th and 10th Language Arts


Language Arts 12 (LA) 

This course is designed for 12 th grade students and continues the development of thinking, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in English as practiced in previous grades. 5 Language Arts Course Details: Students are introduced to a variety of literature and styles of writing. They continue to decode (read the lines), to infer (read between the lines), to interpret (read beyond the lines), and to identify, appreciate, and use effective language. These skills can prepare students to be more effective thinkers and writers. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 12 ● Prerequisite: 11th Language Arts



Math


Secondary Mathematics I (MA) 

The fundamental purpose of Mathematics I is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. The critical areas, organized into units, deepen and extend understanding of linear relationships, in part by contrasting them with exponential phenomena, and in part by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Mathematics 1 uses properties and theorems involving congruent figures to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge from prior grades. The final unit in the course ties together the algebraic and geometric ideas studied. Units will study the relationships between quantities, linear and exponential relationships, solving equations, descriptive statistics, congruence, proofs, and constructions. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 9 ● Prerequisite: None


Secondary Mathematics II (MA) 

The focus of Mathematics II is on quadratic expressions, equations, and functions; comparing their characteristics and behavior to those of linear and exponential relationships from Mathematics I as organized into 6 critical areas, or units. They create and solve equations, inequalities, and systems of equations involving exponential and quadratic expressions. The need for extending the set of rational numbers arises and real and complex numbers are introduced so that all quadratic equations can be solved. The link between probability and data is explored through conditional probability and counting methods, including their use in making and evaluating decisions. The study of similarity leads to an understanding of right triangle trigonometry and connects to quadratics through Pythagorean relationships. Students will develop facilities with geometric proof. They use what they know about congruence and similarity to prove theorems involving lines, angles, triangles, and other polygons. They explore a variety of formats for writing proofs. Circles, with their quadratic algebraic representations, round out the course. 7 Mathematics Students develop informal arguments justifying common formulas for circumference, area, and volume of geometric objects, especially those related to circles. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations. They expand their experience with functions to include more specialized functions—absolute value, step, and those that are piecewise-defined. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 10 ● Prerequisite: Secondary Math 1


Secondary Mathematics III (MA) 

Students in Secondary Mathematics III will pull together and apply the accumulation of what they have learned from previous courses. They will apply methods from probability and statistics to draw inferences and conclusions from data, including using sample surveys, experiments and simulations with an emphasis in randomness. They will expand their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical functions, culminating with the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. They will expand their study of trigonometry to Secondary include general triangles using the Law of Sines and Law of Cosines, use radian measures Mathematics and extend the domain of the trigonometric functions to all real numbers and model periodic III phenomena. They will use functions and their inverses and geometry to create models and Honors solve contextual problems, including transformations and polar and parametric graphing. 

1.0 Credit ● Grades: 11-12 ● Prerequisite: Secondary Mathematics II


Mathematics of Personal Finance (MA, FN) 

Successful completion of Mathematics of Personal Finance will give one credit of Math Elective Credit and will complete the General Financial Literacy requirement. Course objectives for this class include being able to apply sound mathematical principles in the financial decisions students will make in their lives, and to be prudent managers of their financial resources. Students will learn how to set financial goals, manage personal savings and investments and understand the personal consequences of financial decisions. The 4 Mathematics class will review operations with real numbers, and will use formulas, graphs, tables and charts to solve financial problems. Students will perform simple probability experiments and do probability and statistical calculations. Students will evaluate, solve and analyze mathematical situations that could occur in their lives involving finance. Financial problem solving involving insurance, mortgages, and retirement and estate planning will occur. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 11-12 ● Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Secondary Math I & II



Science


Earth & Space Science (9-12) (SC) 

This is an integrated science course that focuses on the theme of Earth Systems. Earth, physical, space, and life science content are integrated in a curriculum with the following two primary goals. (1) Students will value and use science as a process of obtaining knowledge based on observable evidence. (2) Students will develop an understanding of interactions and interdependence within and between earth systems and changes in earth systems over time.

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 9 ● Prerequisite: None



Biology (9-12) (SC) 

This is a general college preparatory course usually a prerequisite to Advanced Placement Biology. This course emphasizes molecular and cellular biology, heredity, and evolution, plant and animal diversity (structure and function), and interactions of plants and animals. Students will value and use science as a process of obtaining knowledge based on observable evidence, and students’ curiosity will be sustained as they develop and refine the abilities associated with scientific inquiry. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 10-12 ● Prerequisite: None


Chemistry (9-12) (SC) 

This course is a study of the relationship between the structure and properties of matter. Students will investigate the nature of atoms, gain an understanding of nuclear and quantum phenomena, and use a variety of analytical procedures to answer problems in chemistry. Chemistry should be taken by students who are college bound, as well as those with an interest and background in science and mathematics. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 9-12 ● Prerequisite: Biology, Successful completion of Secondary Math I


Physics (9-12) (SC) 

Physics is the scientific study of matter and energy. Students will undertake a higher math study of the nature of motion, forces, work, and power. Students will investigate physical properties of waves, light, electricity, magnetism, and nuclear physics. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 9-12 ● Prerequisite: None


Environmental Science (9-12) (SC) 

Using previous scientific knowledge, students will research the relationship between the environment (living/non-living aspects) and humans in a more indepth experience. This class will bridge students’ prior knowledge to applicable real life issues that will prepare them for life and college. This class will focus on 3 major areas:

Conservation and protection of natural resources, environmental education and communication, and environmental research.Scientists realized aspects of ecology, biology, chemistry, geography, and other fields all played a part in the environment and from them the field of environmental science was born.

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 9-12 ● Prerequisite: None




Social Science


Geography for Life (SS) 

Geography takes a brief look at the world and its people. This course will provide the students with an overview of physical and cultural geography. It will help them understand the relationship people have with their environment. It will introduce them to the vocabulary of geography and the 5 themes of geography. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 9 ● Prerequisite: None


World History (SS) 

This course addresses the time frame from prehistory to the present. This course covers a broad survey of historical topics, including religions, civilizations, empires, and revolutions. The course will deal with those historical differences among people that lead to conflict. The course is basically historical and will include the development of tools of historical analysis. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 10 ● Prerequisite: Geography For Life


US History II (SS) 

This course is designed for the college-bound student and students that want an in-depth study of the economic, social, and political development of the United States. This course will be academically more rigorous than Fundamentals of U.S. History placing greater emphasis on reading, essay writing, and critical thinking. The course is intended to prepare students to work at the college level. This course satisfies the eleventh grade U.S. History. 

1.0 Credit ● Grade: 11 ● Prerequisite: World History


US Government & Citizenship (SS) 

This course introduces students to a study of ideas and philosophies of American Government and law; a study of the Constitution, understanding of the American political and legal system and the responsibilities of citizenship. The course will provide application of knowledge and attitudes in the areas of responsibility, law and justice, rights, governmental functions and process, and civic participation. Emphasis will be given to ways the student can become an active, concerned, and knowledgeable citizen. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 12 ● Prerequisite: American History


Psychology (9-12) (SS) 

This course is designed to assist students to better understand human behavior and mental processes. Human development, learning, memory, personality, mental health, and social and environmental factors will be taught. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 12 ● Prerequisite: American History


Sociology (9-12) (SS) 

This course focuses on many different aspects of human behavior and life. The class covers how ethics vary in different cultures, groups and societies, the cultural trends that affect how society operates, and how to work well with people from different backgrounds.

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 12 ● Prerequisite: American History



Physical Education


PE - Participation Skills and Techniques (PE) 

Students should be participating in lifetime activities. This course de-emphasizes competitive team sports due to their lack of carry over as lifetime activities. Competency involves the ability to successfully apply basic skills, strategies, and rules using standardized guidelines. There are no substitutions, including athletics, for this course. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 9 ● Prerequisite: None


PE - Fitness For Life (PE) 

Fitness For Life class is an individualized concept-based course designed to give students the knowledge and skills necessary to self-assess, create, conduct, evaluate, and redesign personal fitness programs. Fitness for Life is a combination of classroom based and activity-based learning activities with a focus on students’ mastery of the skills and concepts necessary to becoming independent monitors of their personal lifetime fitness. This course comprises the bulk of students’ fitness education in the high school. 0.5 Credit ● Grade: 9 ● Prerequisite: None


PE - Individualized Lifetime Activities (PE) 

This course is a more specialized class designed to develop a higher level of proficiency and more in depth expertise in up to three different activities. Students will engage in activities that they can participate in for the rest of their lives. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 11-12 ● Prerequisite: None


Health Education II (PE) 

This course is designed to cover factors influencing personal health and will cover an in-depth study of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, along with units on appearance, human relations, mental health, and first aid. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 10-12 ● Prerequisite: None


Information Technology


Digital Business Applications (IT) 

The business world is progressively more reliant on digital technologies. This course is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to be an asset to the collaborative, global, and innovative business world of today and tomorrow. Concepts include the overall digital experience, digital communications, digital media and the exploration of career choices. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 9 ● Prerequisite: None



Financial Literacy


General Financial Literacy (FN) 

This course will teach basic money management with sections on making financial goals, using and paying for credit, buying insurance, saving, investing and retirement planning. It will also give the students criteria for analyzing and selecting a career, analyzing factors that affect income and analyzing the role of culture, social and emotional influences on financial behavior. This class is not required if students take Math of Personal Finance.

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 12 ● Prerequisite: None



Fine Arts


Art Foundations II (Drawing II) (FA) 

An entry-level high school art class. This is not a mastery class and students are graded according to production and effort and their developing awareness of historically significant art movements and breakthroughs in the visual arts. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 9-12 ● Prerequisite: None


Art History (FA) 

This class introduces visual art from a historical perspective. Study major principles, elements, media and techniques.

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 9-12 ● Prerequisite: None


Commercial Art (FA, CTE) 

This course focuses on applied visual art principles and techniques. Students will learn strategies for effectively communicating ideas and information to businesses and consumer audiences. The course will explore a broad range of media including: computers, illustration, cartooning, painting and drawing. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 9-12 ● Prerequisite: None



Career & Technical Education


Business Capstone (CTE)

The purpose of this course is to research and solve real world business needs. The business capstone encourages students to think analytically, logically, and creatively to integrate experience and knowledge in real world situations. 

0.5 Credit ● Grade: 12 ● Prerequisite: None