College Electives

The following courses have been approved to meet the UC "G" requirement.

BIOTECHNOLOGY 1 (First Semester) - 061234 Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Either Human Biology or AP Biology; Chemistry is highly recommended
Students will be provided with a hands-on experience using some of the important tools & techniques used in the biotech field. They will also explore topics relevant to the industry including forensic science, pharmaceutical drugs & drug development, and genetically modified organisms.

BIOTECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIP (Second Semester) - 061235 Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Biotechnology 1
Upon successful completion of Biotechnology 1, students will be eligible for internships in the field of Medicine & Biotechnology. These internships may be either off site or on Mt. Carmel’s campus.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND PSYCHOLOGY 1-2 0932, 0933 Grades 10-12
Recommended Prerequisites: Life Management Skills during first semester with a grade of A or B
Child Development and Psychology 1-2 is a comprehensive study of the developmental stages of children from conception through early adolescence. This course includes theories, research and the range of practices related to the development of children. Hereditary, environmental, cultural, and socio-economic factors that influence human behavior and abilities are also addressed. The students will understand how the role of families, schools, and communities are integral to the successful development of children throughout their lives. Studies include field practicum experiences for observation, interaction, investigation, and application of behavioral and learning theories presented in the course. *This class is an A-G/UC approved course. ROP Certificate will be awarded upon 90+ class hours. The student may have a choice of receiving Practical Art credit or college elective credit.

WORLD CULTURE/GEOGRAPHY - 1309 Grades 10-12
This elective course will serve as an introduction for 9th graders to gain knowledge of social science concepts and develop skills that will prepare students to be successful in the required social science courses. The first part of the course will be devoted to world and U.S. geography: physical, political, and cultural. This will be followed with a comparative world-religions unit and the development of western civilization to 1400 A.D., with emphasis on Judeo-Christian heritage and classical civilizations. Emphasis will also be given to developing critical thinking skills. This course has been approved to meet the UC "a" or "g" requirement.

PSYCHOLOGY 1 - 1325 Grades 10 12
Recommended Prerequisite: None
Psychology 1 deals with the factors that influence human behavior and personality. The topics covered include: nature vs. nurture, the evolution of psychology as a science, approaches to treatment, mind over matter, the biology of behavior, sensation and perception, motivation and abnormal behavior.

SOCIOLOGY - 1360 Grades 10 12
Recommended Prerequisite: None
Sociology is the study of human relationships through analysis of groups: types, structure, dynamics, function. Since the individual belongs to various kinds of social groups, the purpose of this course will be to show: why groups form, how they are organized, what their purpose is in fulfilling the needs of individual members and of society as a whole, and how they are affected by outside influences. This course will help students identify the commonality of human behavior in groups and the similarity of those groups throughout the world.

JOURNALISM – 0355 Grades 9-12
Recommended Prerequisite: "C" grade or better in previous composition course.
Journalism 1 is a course in which students are taught news writing and other aspects of newspaper production. Included are lead writing, news writing, editorial writing, feature writing, and headline writing. Also included are the legal aspects of copy reading, layout, makeup, and journalism. (Does NOT count as a High School English credit)

SPEECH AND DEBATE – 0332 Grades 10 12
Speech Workshop is an advanced, intensified course in the study and practice of giving speeches. Communication theory is taught and examined along with the important elements of delivery. The ethics of communication, literature interpretation, organization, delivery strategies, and debate techniques will also be taught. The student will prepare a contest speech for use in the San Diego Speech League or any service club contest. One semester of this course has been approved to meet the UC "g" requirement.