Academic Course Catalog
Course catalog 2023-2024 - pdf download
English
| Technical Communications IA & IB | Honors English 11 |
| Technical Communications IIA & IIB | Honors English 12 |
| AP/Advanced Literature | |
Technical Communications IA & IB
2 Trimesters
Each trimester .5 credits for a total of 1 credit
Course Description: Technical Communications I is a two trimester course designed to effectively develop communication skills in students. Each course is graded separately. The students will learn to utilize and refine their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Specific skills that are addressed in these courses are speaking, writing of business documents (including letters and resumes), editing skills and listening critically. Students will take part in a mock job interview as part of the course. Vocabulary and journal writing are an integral part of all assignments. A collection of literature and nonfiction/technical readings, supplement this course.
Honors English 11
2 Trimesters
1 credit
Weighted course
Course Description: Honors English 11 is a two trimester weighted course and will include a variety of material. The students will read an assortment of novels across many genres as well as learn job preparation skills, and writing techniques including MLA format. Students will be evaluated on a variety of ways through participation, summative and formative assessment, and observations. Students will also be required to work in small and large groups to do projects and partake in discussions. They will read and write on topics from advanced American, British, and contemporary literature. Admission to the course will be based on past grades in English, assessments, and recommendations.
Prerequisite: Admission to the course will be based on past grades in English (students must earn an A average in English 9 and 10 or B or better in Honors English 9 or 10),
Technical Communications IIA and IIB
2 Trimesters
Each trimester .5 credits for a total of 1 credit
Course Description: Technical Communications II is a two trimester course designed to prepare students to enter the job market and post secondary education in the 21st century. Each course is graded separately. The students will learn to utilize and refine their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Specific skills that are addressed are updating of all business documents, developing leadership and presentation skills, and improving research skills. A research paper and a job skill demonstration, both parts of the senior graduation project, are integral parts of this course. A collection of literature and technical readings supplement this course including poetry, novels, and short stories. This literature demonstrates important aspects of living and working effectively with others.
Honors English 12
2 Trimesters
1 credit
Weighted course
Course Description: This two-trimester weighted course has been designed to prepare advanced students for the demands of a college course. In addition to meeting or exceeding the requirements of senior technical communications classes, students will analyze advanced U.S. and world literature, poems, stories, essays, and novels. The course curriculum encompasses literacy skills needed to succeed in literary analysis papers and discussions at the college level.
Prerequisite: Admission to the course will be based on past grades in English (students must earn an A average in TC1A and TC1B or B or better in Honors English 11), recommendation of past English teachers, and completion of interim assignments.
AP/Advanced Literature
3 Trimesters
1.5 credit
Weighted course
AP/Advanced Literature is available on-line available to those students that have completed Honors English 11 and wish to sit for the AP exam. This course meets the Advanced Placement criteria required by the College Board.
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation—Completion of Honors English 11 with a 92% or higher
Mathematics
| Principles of Algebra | Algebra II |
| Geometry | Intensive Geometry and Algebra (IGA) |
| Applied Technical Math (ATM) | Statistics |
| Trigonometry | Calculus |
| AP /Advanced Calculus On-Line |
Principles of Algebra
2 or 3 Trimesters
1 or 1.5 Credits
Course Description: Principles of Algebra is designed as an intermediate course between Algebra I and Algebra II for students requiring reinforcement of concepts through the use of real world applications. Concepts from both courses are studied with emphasis on strengthening skills for future study.
Prerequisite: Algebra I or equivalent
Algebra II
2 or 3 Trimesters
1 or 1.5 Credits
Course Description: Algebra II begins with a review of basic terminology, notation, concepts, skills, and applications studied in Algebra I. After the algebraic properties and applications have been explored, the fundamental operations of polynomials are reviewed and extended. Operations with complex numbers, linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions are presented. Equations with singular and multiple variables are solved. Patterns and the continuation of data analysis are explored. Concepts, structure, precision of language, and the inductive reasoning approach are stressed. This course is designed to give a sound basis for further study of more advanced mathematics.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Geometry
2 or 3 Trimesters
1 or 1.5 Credits
Course Description: Geometry introduces the study of points, segments, triangles, polygons, circles, solid figures, and their associated relationships as a mathematical system. Emphasis is placed on solving real-world applications of geometric concepts, often using algebraic properties as well. Algebra I and logical reasoning skills are used throughout the course. Topics include but are not limited to similarity and congruence, logical reasoning/writing proofs, analytic and coordinate geometry, comparing and using angle measurements of both two and three dimensional objects.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Intensive Geometry and Algebra (IGA)
1 Trimester
0.5 Credits
Course Description: IGA is a course for those students who completed Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. It reviews the concepts of previous Algebra and Geometry courses to prepare the students for the next course in the math sequence. This course is a one-trimester course and students completing this course will receive 0.5 math credit toward graduation.
Prerequisite: Algebra II & Geometry
Applied Technical Math (ATM)
Two Trimesters
1 Credit
Course Description: This math class will reinforce algebraic and basic geometric concepts. Students will be reviewing key mathematical concepts in order to solve problems they would encounter in their technical areas. Only seniors will be eligible to enroll in this course and must have recommendation from their math instructor.
Prerequisites: Senior Only - completion of Algebra I, Principles of Algebra, Algebra II or Geometry - Teacher Recommendation Required
Statistics
Two Trimesters
1 Credit
Course Description: Statistics is a course for those students who completed Algebra I and Algebra II. It introduces the concepts of using statistical analysis to make informed decisions. This course also introduces the concept of probability.
Prerequisites: Algebra II
Trigonometry
Two Trimesters
1 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: Trigonometry is for those students who have completed Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. This course covers the trigonometric and algebraic functions and their graphs. Due to the difficulty of this topic this is a weighted course.
Prerequisites: Algebra II and Geometry
Calculus
Two Trimesters
1 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: Calculus is a college preparatory course basic to the further study of mathematics, engineering, and the physical sciences. It includes the study of coordinates and related variables, polynomials, and their graphs, differentiation of functions with applications, and integration of functions with applications.
Prerequisite: Trigonometry
AP /Advanced Calculus On-Line
Full Year
1.5 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: AP/Advanced Calculus Part 1-3 is available on-line available to those students that have completed Trigonometry and wish to sit for the AP exam. This course meets the Advanced Placement criteria required by the College Board. Successful completion of both Part 1 and Part 2 of this course is required for students to earn the AP designation.
Prerequisite: Trigonometry (92% or higher)
Science
| Applied Biology/Chemistry | Chemistry I |
| Biology II | Chemistry II |
| Principles of Technology I | Medical Chemistry |
| Physics | Principles of Technology II |
| AP/Advanced Biology—On-Line |
Applied Biology/Chemistry
3 Trimesters
1.5 Credits
Course Description: Applied Biology/Chemistry is a science course that focuses on the practical application of chemical and biological concepts and theories to industry, technology, and everyday life in the real world. Students will be provided the opportunity to investigate practical application of the concepts of biology and chemistry. The core curriculum will be applied to medicine and health practices, forensic studies, food science, transportation and auto technology, environmental concerns, household products, exploration of a science topic of personal interest, and science related careers. The first half of the course covers biology content ( ecology, chemistry of life, cells in living organisms, nucleic acid and protein synthesis, genetics and inheritance). The second half of the course covers chemistry content ( classifications of matter, atomic structure, periodic trends, atomic emission spectra, bonding and nomenclature). Both trimesters utilize laboratory investigation and integration of career areas.
Prerequisites: Biology I
Biology II
2 Trimesters
1 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: Biology II is an inquiry driven study of advanced biological topics. The class includes an in-depth study of comparative anatomy and physiology, advanced genomic studies, evolution, and biochemical metabolic processes. The course was designed for those students with an interest in the biological sciences and those students who plan to further their careers in medicine, research, pharmacy, or other science fields. Through the inquiry driven curriculum, students will gain practical knowledge of laboratory skills, including scientific measurement, experimental design, evaluation of data, and analyzing scientific journals. Both trimesters utilize integration of career areas.
Prerequisites: 77% or above in Fundamentals of Biology or equivalent
Chemistry I
3 Trimesters
1.5 Credits
Course Description: Course Description: Chemistry I provides an introduction to the science of chemistry which is the study of matter and energy and the changes they undergo. It is designed as a college preparatory course to provide an adequate background for students to enter introductory level college chemistry curricula without need for remediation and to use chemistry as required in the workplace. Chemistry is used by workers in virtually every technical program – from automotive technology to computer electronics technology to welding. Because of its integral nature in the health and agriculture/ environmental science curriculum, Chemistry I is strongly suggested for students enrolled in these programs.
Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra I
Medical Chemistry
2 Trimesters
1 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: Medical Chemistry is an organic- chemistry- based discipline designed to build on the skills learned by students in their first year chemistry course as they apply to medical science. It is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive background in the chemistry of the allied health professions (e.g., medicine, medical technology, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, radiology, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, veterinary medicine, etc.). Topics and laboratory applications covered in this course include a review of basic chemistry applications, an emphasis in biochemistry, organic structure and conformations, reactions of organic chemicals, introductory chemical applications to drug design, human physiology and drug metabolism, and basic pharmacokinetics. The course is college preparatory and provides a solid foundation for those students who pursue further education in the health sciences. However, it also gives students who do not go on to higher education a basic knowledge of the chemistry used by health professionals that will affect them throughout their career. The course includes more detailed and involved class and laboratory work in these and other areas than that provided in basic chemistry courses.
Prerequisite: 77% or above in General Chemistry or Chemistry I course
Chemistry II
2 Trimesters
1 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: Chemistry II is an extension of the chemistry program for those students who have demonstrated a special aptitude and/or interest in Chemistry. The course is taught at the community college level and is designed to expand the problem-solving and laboratory skills acquired in a first year Chemistry course. Chemistry II covers topics commonly taught in first year university chemistry. The course is recommended for all qualified students who intend to pursue an associate or a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or the allied health professions. After a review of basic chemistry, topics of a more advanced nature are presented in greater detail than in a basic chemistry course. Extensive coverage will be given to organic chemistry, biochemistry and analytical chemistry.
Prerequisite: 85% or above Chemistry I or Medical Chemistry
Principles of Technology I
2 or 3 Trimesters
1 or 1.5 Credit
Course Description: The goal of Principles of Technology I is to give students a hands-on learning experience in the fundamentals behind technology. Four technological systems will be studied: mechanical, fluid, electrical, and thermal. In this science course students apply physics and mathematics concepts through a unified systems approach to develop a broad knowledge base of the principles underlying modern technical systems. Using mathematics as a tool, the students will be expected to improve problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Principles of Technology II
2 Trimesters
1 Credit
Course Description: The goal of Principles of Technology II is to cover in depth the mechanical, fluid, electrical, and thermal systems presented in Principal of Technology I. During the course, students will experience hands-on learning in the fundamentals behind the technology. Using mathematics as a tool, the students will be expected to improve problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Prerequisite: Principles of Technology I at Lenape Tech or equivalent
Physics
2 Trimesters
1 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: Physics is the study of the way the universe works. Conceptual understanding of the subject will be emphasized.. Classroom activities will incorporate laboratory experiment. The topics covered include motion, forces, gravity, energy, and momentum. The course may also include a study of heat, fluids, waves, sound, light, optics, electricity, magnetism, and/or atomic structure. This is a fast-paced course that teaches problem-solving techniques using mathematics as a tool and improves critical thinking skills.
Prerequisite: Algebra II, Concurrent enrollment in, or completion of Trigonometry.
AP/Advanced Biology—On-Line
3 Trimesters
1.5 Credit
Weighted Course
AP/Advanced Biology is available on-line available to those student that have completed High School biology and wish to further their education in the field of Biology. This course meets the Advanced Placement criteria required by the College Board. Students completing the course may sit for the AP exam.
Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry (92% or higher); Teacher Recommendation
Social Studies
Comprehensive American Government
2 Trimesters
1 Credit
Course Description: The American Government course will examine the system of government established by the United States Constitution. Students will analyze the three branches of government and the checks and balances they place on one another. Students will also examine the ideals and realities of federalism and democracy. They will explore their rights and responsibilities as citizens of both the United States and Pennsylvania. Lastly, it will explore how the government and elections have changed given the reality of modern political parties, the media, and special interests. Comprehensive American Government is a 1 credit, two trimester required course for all first year part time students who have not completed an American Government class or its equivalent.
Comparative Cultures
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This course gives students the opportunity to examine, compare, and evaluate various cultures throughout the modern world, leading them to appreciate the differences in other cultures as well as the ability to evaluate their own. They will investigate, research, and present materials concerning various aspects of many cultures and problems facing us today. Students will be given the opportunity to integrate some of their technical skills into the Social Studies Curriculum. An emphasis is placed on information gathering and presenting skills that will enable students to continue their roles as lifelong learners.
Contemporary Issues
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: Contemporary Issues gives students the opportunity to examine and evaluate social issues concerning citizens of the U.S. and inhabitants of the world. Students will investigate, research, and present materials concerning these issues and problems facing us today. An emphasis is placed on information gathering and presentation skills that will enable students to continue their roles as lifelong learners.
Entrepreneurship
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: Entrepreneurship is a one trimester course to help develop the necessary skills to become an entrepreneur (someone who creates and operates their own business). Students will examine, compare, and evaluate the traits and skills of successful entrepreneurs, problem solving techniques, the benefits of goal setting, and economic influences on business.
Geography and Natural Resources
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: Students will describe the geographic features, natural resources, climates, and populations of the United States, South America, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Students will analyze how these specific elements of the regions impact the local and global economies as well as their standards of living. Students will compare and contrast standard of living in Pennsylvania to that of other areas and regions. Students will discuss and analyze how projected changes in technologies or resources could impact local and global economies.
20th Century History and Innovation
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: The 20th Century History and Innovation course will examine the major events and technological advances that came to define the 20th century. Students will examine the relevance of the technological advances within their own technical areas in relationship to what was happening in the world as well. Topics to be covered will include but are not limited to World War I, the Roaring 20s, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the 1960s, Vietnam, Water Gate, The Gulf War, and the 1990s.
Applied Economics
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: Applied Economics is a course in which students learn basic economic concepts, the working of the free enterprise system, as well basic consumer skills. An emphasis is placed on skills that will help students create and operate their own business. Theoretical concepts are enriched by the experience of organizing a student company and periodic visits from volunteers from the local business community.
Prerequisites: Entrepreneurship
Introduction to Sociology
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: Sociology is a one trimester weighted class. Students can earn 3 college credits for Sociology through the Butler County Community College dual enrollment program. This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and methods of sociology. Students will explore the development of sociology, major theoretical perspectives, sociological research, ethics of research, elements of culture, socialization, social interaction, and deviance through readings, multimedia resources, in-class experiments, analysis writings, and explorations of real world examples. Sociology can play a valuable role in teaching critical thinking skills by helping students to better understand the workings of their own lives as well as their society and other cultures. This course is offered in even numbered school years (ex. 2014-2015).
Prerequisites: GPA 2.75 or higher; A or B grades in Social Studies and English courses
Introduction to Psychology
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: General Psychology is a one trimester weighted class. Students can earn 3 college credits for General Psychology through the Butler County Community College dual enrollment program. This class is designed as an introduction to the basic concepts and methods of psychology and the scientific study of behavior. Students will explore modern psychological perspectives, classical and operant conditioning, processes of memory, consciousness, motivation, emotion, stress, social influence, theories of personality, psychological disorders, and psychological therapies through readings, multimedia resources, in-class experiments, analysis writings, and explorations of real world examples. This course is offered in odd numbered school years (ex. 2015-2016).
Prerequisites: GPA 2.75 or higher; A or B grades in Social Studies and English courses
American Government II
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Weighted Course
Course Description: American Government II is a one trimester dual enrollment class and is weighted. The course will examine the system of government established by the United States Constitution. Students will analyze the three branches of government and the checks and balances they place on one another. Students will also examine the ideals and realities of federalism and democracy. They will explore their rights and responsibilities as citizens of the United States. Lastly, it will explore how the government and elections have changed given the reality of modern political parties, the media and special interests. The material in the course is similar to American Government, but will be covered in less time, more detail, and expectations will be more rigorous.
Prerequisites: GPA 2.75 or higher; A or B grades in Social Studies and English courses
**Dual Enrollment courses are those classes in which students may also enroll as a Butler County Community College student at the same time they are a Lenape student. Tuition is required in order to receive college credit**
Health & PE
| Health | Physical Education |
| Adapted Physical Education |
Health
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This course is designed to guide the students to a greater understanding of themselves, their relationship with others, and make them more aware of the health concerns of today. The students will study positive health enhancing behaviors and disease prevention. This will provide the students with information to make positive decisions concerning healthy living.
Physical Education
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: Physical Education is a twelve week course that offers programs to develop the health-related fitness, physical competence, and cognitive understanding about physical activity for all students so that they can adopt healthy and physically active lifestyles.
Adapted Physical Education
1 Trimester
0.5 Credit
Course Description: Adapted physical education is instruction for students who are unable to participate in the regular physical education program. This includes individual instruction in movement concepts and motor skill development, depending on the student's needs and capabilities.
Business Electives
| Accounting I | Related Business Skills |
| Accounting II | Medical Office Procedures |
| Accounting III | Hospitality |
Accounting I
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This is an introductory course in Accounting. Students will become familiar with the vocabulary theory and procedures for starting and working in a sole proprietorship. Students will learn to use T accounts to understanding analyzing transaction, eventually using journals and ledgers to record day to day operations. They will also be introduced to banking and checks as they relate to the business.
Accounting II
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This course will continue on with the Accounting cycle using journals and ledgers to create reports, calculate profit, and close the cycle for the next calendar year. They will also be taught the basics of taxes and use their knowledge of the accounting cycle to complete simulations on both the computer and on paper.
Prerequisites: C or better in Accounting I
Accounting III
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This advanced class will cover the accounting cycle for a merchandising business organized as a corporation. This will include things like sales tax and depreciation. Other topics will include special journals, general and subsidiary ledgers, payroll records, taxes, and financial reports on paper and on the computer.
Prerequisites: C or better in Accounting II
Related Business Skills
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This course is designed to provide introductory business skills. Students use Ten-Key Calculators to solve business math problems. Other areas of study include financial literacy, writing letters to deal with specific issues in their chosen field, decision making, problem solving, and computer applications including projects to explore the for profit and non-profit business sectors. Several projects in this class are integrated with Lenape’s technical programs.
Medical Office Procedures
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This one trimester course compliments the Allied Health/Sports Medicine curriculum. It provides training in a variety of tasks needed for the medical office professional, including scheduling appointments, establishing and maintaining patient records, insurance coding procedures, medical transcription and medical billing. The material is presented in a realistic simulation format following the day to day experiences of an office of practicing physicians.
Hospitality
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: Hospitality Management is a program that introduces high school juniors and seniors to careers in hotel and lodging industry and teaches them the basic skills and knowledge they need for success in this industry. On the job training and experience, coupled with a dynamic and industry driven curriculum fuel the hospitality program. The classes encourage high school students to experience all aspects of operating and managing a lodging establishment, and also help students build good business and management skills.
General Electives
| Journalism | Public Speaking |
| Financial Literacy | Intro to CAD |
| Intro to Robotics |
Journalism
1 Trimester
.5 Credits
Course Description: Journalism is a one trimester elective. The students are required to use Microsoft Publisher and Word to create original articles and newspaper layouts, as well as learn media writing skills. Students that are in the Journalism course produce the monthly school newspaper, and the Lenape Tech Times. They should be strong writers with a history of high English scores or teacher recommendation. Students are required to work in small and large groups, with peers to complete editing and give feedback, with adults or other students to perform interviews for articles, operate a camera for picture taking, and partake in discussions. Students must be independently or internally motivated to work towards deadlines in a setting that is run similar to a business.
Prerequisite: Strong writing skills; works well independently; English grade of 80% or higher
Public Speaking
1 Trimester
0.5 Credit
Course Description: Public Speaking will require students to prepare and present formal and informal speeches that focus on a variety of topics that are student and teacher generated. The class is designed to push students out of their comfort zone to become well-rounded and confident speakers. This course will proceed at a rapid pace and therefore students enrolled in this course should be independently motivated.
Financial Literacy
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This course presents financial topics that provides students with a foundation and understanding of money management. In addition students will be exposed to a number of topics and engaged in activities that will allow them to exercise good financial decision making and the benefits accorded as well as realize the consequences of not applying good financial judgment.
Intro to CAD
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: This course provides students with a basic introduction to industry standard 2D and 3D computer assisted drafting with a focus on integrating CAD into their technical programs. Students will learn to use basic drawing commands, dimensioning, editing tools, and printing while creating drawings that apply to their technical program. Example projects might include carpentry students designing and drawing plans for a woodworking project, culinary arts students designing and drawings plans for their gingerbread house or creating their own custom cookie cutter.
Intro to Robotics
1 Trimester
.5 Credit
Course Description: The student will be introduced to basic concepts in robotic through a hands-on approach. Students will work in teams to build and test increasingly more complex robotics projects which will use motors, pulses, servos, switches, sensors, LEDs, mounting boards and much more.
CDL Elective
2 Trimesters
1 Credit
Course Description: The Introduction and Preparation for a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) course is designed to prepare students to understand the information required to successfully obtain a CDL. The course will fast-track students to prepare for and ultimately complete the required training to be able to test for the CDL for entry into the trucking and logistics industry. Students will complete the required theory for the current federal standards regarding qualifications for a CDL. Students will also explore career opportunities and requirements of a professional tractor trailer driver. This year-long course consists of classroom instruction, demonstrations, hands-on exercises, field trips and guest speakers. Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to apply for the Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) written exam and begin their behind-the-wheel training. This course will be a hybrid course in which students will utilize a learning management system that is specific to Lenape Tech and meets the standards and monitors student progress for a CDL. The course instructor who also has a CDL, will coordinate activities with various industry representatives to remediate, as well as provide a hands-on experience to engage students in the retention of required federal trucking standards. The course will also prepare students to complete the behind-the-wheel training required to test for a CDL Type A license. The behind-the-wheel training and testing is not included in the course and should be completed after graduation. This course meets the Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Entry Level Driver Training Standards. This course will allow for adaptations and modifications to accommodate special education student needs as per their IEP.