2024 - 2025 MCPS High School Course Bulletin

SCI2016 Optics

0.5 credit per semester

Students examine geometrical optics, physical (wave) optics, and instrumentation applications. Knowledge of basic calculus topics is necessary for understanding mathematical derivations. This course is not NGSS aligned

Prerequisite: Advanced Science 1 or Honors or AP Physics and AP Calculus BC or Analysis 1A
Grade Level: 9 - 10 - 11 - 12
No repeats for credit

Special Program or Cluster Designations:

• Montgomery Blair HS Science/Math/Computer Science Magnet - Science
• Poolesville HS Whole-School Magnet - Science, Mathematics & Computer Science House

Additional Course Information:

• Certificate of Merit (CM)
• Advanced-Level
• National Collegiate Athletic Association Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse (NCAA/IEC)