2024 - 2025 MCPS High School Course Bulletin

SCI5085B/SCI5085A Astronomy with Physics B

0.5 credit per semester

Students explore the universe beyond our solar system: stars and starlight, galaxies and cosmology. Students develop an understanding of physics and earth space science content through the lens of astronomy, and build connections to chemistry and life science. Students learn about the universe through experiences in the laboratory and sites beyond the classroom, such as NASA and the Air and Space Museum. Astronomy with Physics B provides NGSS physical science credit for high school graduation.

Geometry A/B
9 - 10 - 11 - 12
No repeats for credit

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