Fundamentals of Music in Mathematics
The Fundamentals of music course will provide students with a general knowledge of music through a variety of different resources. Students interested in taking this course should have a strong interest in music, have a good math and science background, and feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas with their fellow students. Students should expect a number of reading and writing assignments throughout the year as well as a number of independent and group activities and projects.

The first section of the course will provide students with a general knowledge of music theory and the mathematics and physics behind music. We will discuss topics such as key scale, frequency, pitch, harmony and tune and and discuss the mathematical and physical concepts behind each.

The course will focus on the history of american popular music. We will analyze and discuss the progression that popular music has made over the last century, from early American folk music to the rock & roll of the 1960's and up to modern popular musical styles such as alternative rock, hip hop and heavy metal. In addition to exposing students to the changing scene of American popular music, a goal of this section is to investigate the themes in American social and cultural history which are present in popular music and witness the relationship that society has on music and art.

We will then turn our attention to the business end of music. Topics could include: song writing, music publishing, national and international copyright law, music licensing, artisit management, concert promotion, music merchandishing, record promotion, marketing and distribution, radio and television broadcasting, advertising and jingle production, and film scoring.

Art History
An art history course will provide an understanding and knowledge of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within diverse historical and cultural contexts. Students will learn to look at works of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, and to analyse what they see. We will include in this course the direct study of orginal works of art inlocal collections. Local architecture will be studied first hand when available. The time span will cover the Ancients, Oceania, and gloabl Islamic tradition and deal with the Renaissance to the present. Assesments will be through multiple-choice questions, long and short essay questions and comparisons of works of art. The students will reflect an understanding of elements of art, terminology and technical processes as well as works of art in context.

Aquatic Eco Systems
Aquatic Eco Systems gives student a basic understanding of the importance of our oceans. the course will be divided into seven major areas of study. These will include an introduction to the world's oceans, geological oceanography, chemical oceangraphy, biological oceangraphy, fisheries oceangraphy, and meteorological oceangraphy.

Current Issues
Students will become familiar with current issues relating to a selected topic. Each student will select a topic of interest and will be expected to participate in discussion groups with classmates working on similiar topics. This course should assist students to develop topic areas for future research projects. the students will primarily responsible for locating readings; however, the instructor will make recommendations.

Robotics
Robotics is a class that involves the design, control, and programming of robots with an emphasis on programming. Students will construct robots to perform specific tasks. They will program the robots using a simple computer program and various sensors and switches.

Creative Writing/Illustration
this course in the writing of poetry and the short story, uses a workshop format. Works by other writers are studied in the light of basic principles of form: Including parodies, spoofs, dramatic writing and soap opera.

Sociology
Sociology is the study of relationships in which all of us learn, make choices and grow as a society. This course id designed to accentuate the reality of growing up as an adolescent in today's world. Its purpose is to foster an understanding and application that everyone(no matter the race, religion, culture, gender or age) is an important part in our growth. In our society today, adolescents find it difficult to know their importance which may develop into low self-esteem, a lack of motivation, encouragement and education. The tools for this course are to enhance positive ideas for creating a more inspiring outlook in the world we live in today. Our involvement in our community is vital to having a strong tommorrow.