2469.1 Scientific Investigations (AM)
5 units	T/F, 8:30-12:00	Jerry Liang	$490
FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADE 7 OR 8. Take a little chemistry, mix in some biology, add a drop of social science, and what do you get? A class that introduces students to what it means to be a scientist. More than just Bunsen burners and microscopes, this class will help students to think like scientists and to approach questions like they do. To begin the class, students will learn about the inquiry cycle and the scientific method that scientists follow when they conduct their research. Students will then come up with their own questions for research, develop a few hypotheses, design their investigation and experiments, analyze their data, and finally present their findings and conclusions. Throughout the class, students will engage in a number of hands-on activities and labs that will investigate questions such as: Why do we breathe? What gives fireworks their color? Are you fit? What's the best paper towel? What's new in science? From these projects and investigations, students will gain a deeper understanding of science and the scientific method. Homework per class meeting: 3-4 hours

2469.2 Scientific Investigations (PM)
5 units	T/F, 1:00-4:30	Jerry Liang	$490
(Same as Course #2469.1, except for the schedule.)

2470 Introduction to Engineering
5 units	M/Th, 1:00-4:30	Bryan Cooley	$500
FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADE 8 AND UP. The Introduction to Engineering course is designed to give students an overview of the diverse field of engineering disciplines in order to find out what engineers actually do. Students will practice their own engineering skills, finding out how things work in the real world, through various projects, hands-on activities, and a field trip or two. The course emphasizes creative and analytical problem solving, hands-on building activities, design, and teamwork. Homework per class meeting: 3-4 hours

2472.2 Introduction to Chemistry (PM)
5 units	M/Th, 1:00-4:30	Chris DeJong	$490
Throughout this course the laboratory activities and discussions will focus on how chemists investigate matter and its changes. By understanding the periodic table, the particulate nature of matter, ionic compounds, and solution chemistry, students will learn to think about the world in terms of particles and their interactions. This course provides a grounding in scientific principles which will prepare students to continue on to a high school chemistry class. Homework per class meeting: 4-6 hours Prerequisite: Students must have completed one year of Algebra I.

2472.3 Introduction to Chemistry (AM) (NEW SECTION ADDED)
5 units	M/Th, 8:30-12:00	Chris DeJong	$490
(Same as Course #2472.2, except for the schedule.)

2474.1 Robotics (AM)
5 units	M/Th, 8:30-12:00	Morgan Curley	$490
Robotics is an interdisciplinary field that brings together various branches of engineering, computer science, physics, biology, and cognitive science. By building and programming robots that maneuver through obstacles, to robots that begin to replicate animal instincts, students will explore basic robotics in this project-based course. The class will also address societal and human related issues, such as cognition and the increasing use of robots in the workforce. Students will work in teams throughout the course. Note: In addition to the tuition and material fees, students will be required to purchase Lego Mindstorms programmable robots (approximately $225). No prior experience with programming is necessary. Completion of Algebra I and Geometry recommended. Homework per class meeting: 4-6 hours

2474.2 Robotics (PM)
5 units	M/Th, 1:00-4:30	Morgan Curley	$490
(Same as Course #2474.1, except for the schedule.)

2475 Dynamic Physics: The Physics and Politics of Energy
5 units	T/F, 8:30-12:00	Thomas Philip	$490
From rainbows to rockets, and magnetism to machines, students will explore principles in physics through the context of energy use. Through this course, they will develop a strong conceptual understanding of topics in physics that include mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, and electromagnetism. The class will investigate these topics through hands-on activities and develop skills that will serve as a strong foundation for students planning on continuing to higher level physics. By addressing issues around energy use, students with interests outside of the sciences will also appreciate the importance of physics in understanding fields such as politics, economics, and the humanities. Homework per class meeting: 4-6 hours Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra 1 and Geometry.

2477 Advanced Chemistry
5 units	M/Th, 8:30-12:00	Jennifer Claesgens	$490
This course is intended for students who are planning to take AP Chemistry or who have taken high school chemistry and wish to deepen their knowledge. In this laboratory course, students will learn to conduct and explain the demonstrations ordinarily performed by chemistry teachers. Laboratory activities and discussions will focus on how chemists can control the type of reactions that occur--everything from color changes to explosions! During the course students will investigate combustion reactions, thermodynamics, reaction rates, and equilibrium and acid-base equilibria. The final project will be to prepare a demonstration for the ATDP science fair: it's showtime! Homework per class meeting: 4-6 hours Prerequisite: Students must have completed one year of Algebra, one year of high school chemistry and/or will enroll in AP Chemistry in the fall. Familiarity with using the periodic table is required.

2479 Advanced Placement Biology
10 units	MWF, 8:30-4:30	Allison Kittay	$900
This course provides an opportunity for students to accelerate their study of biology with an introductory college level biology course, and to prepare for the May 2005 AP Exam in Biology. The course uses a college level textbook and follows the College Board course outline. Laboratory work is extensive and will be included in each class session. ATDP students will be invited to attend four additional review sessions in April and May 2005 in preparation for the May 2005 Exam. Topics include: molecular and cellular biology (biochemistry, cells, energy transformations), genetics and evolution (genetics, molecular genetics, evolution), and population biology (plant biology and animal biology, including that of humans), and ecology. Homework per class meeting: 8-10 hours Prerequisites: Algebra I, at least one year of college-prep laboratory science, and a background in Chemistry. Priority is given to returning students. New students will be considered on a space-available basis. Completion of at least freshman year of high school or permission of the Director is required. Completion of at least sophomore year is recommended.