Algona High School

BIO-168 Human Anatomy & Physiology  I, 4 cr.
An advanced study of anatomy and physiology. The relationship between body structure and function and homeostasis forms the basis of the course. Pathological processes that result in dysfunction and disease are presented. Major topics include cell biology, histology, skin, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Lecture and laboratory.

BIO-173 Human Anatomy & Physiology II, 4cr.
An advanced study of anatomy and physiology. The relationship between body structure and function and homeostasis forms the basis for the course. Pathological processes that result in dysfunction and disease are presented. Major topics include digestive, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, immune, blood, metabolism, reproduction, urinary, fluid, electrolyte and acid=base balance. Lecture and laboratory.

BUS-211 Business Statistics, 4cr.
The use of statistics by the methods of descriptive and inferential statistics. Both single and bivariate data are analyzed. Elementary probability and normal probability distributions are studied along with hypothesis testing, linear correlation, regression analysis and analysis of variance. Prerequisite: MAT-102 or 2 years of high school algebra.

CON-113 Construction Printreading, 2cr.
Studies the builder’s visual language and communication.

CON-137 Foundations and Concrete, 7cr.
Covers structure foundations, concrete and concrete block construction. Lecture and laboratory.

CON-201 Framing Techniques and Lab I, 2cr.
Basic framing techniques with emphasis on identification and application. Lecture and Lab.

CON-202 Framing Techniques and Lab II, 5cr.
This course covers the framing of a structure including floor systems, exterior and interior bearing/nonbearing walls, stairways, roof systems, exterior fascia and soffit framing along with exterior sheathing. Lecture and lab.

FLS-141 Elementary Spanish I, 4cr.
 Introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Practice in all the basic skills.

FLS-142 Elementary Spanish II, 4cr.
Continuation of FLS-141 which is a prerequisite.

FLS-241 Intermediate Spanish I 4cr.
Review and expansion of grammar, selected reading and further practice in oral and written communication. Prerequisite: FLS-142.

FLS-242 Intermediate Spanish II, 4cr.
Continuation of FLS-2141 which is a prerequisite.

HIS-110 Western Civilization: Ancient to Modern, 3cr.
Surveys the origins of human civilization in the Near Ease, the great rise of Greece and Rome and concludes with the Enlightenment.

HIS-111 Western Civilization: Modern to Present, 3cr.
Examines an extremely dynamic phase of European and world history.

HIS-151 U.S. History to 1877, 3cr.
Study of national foundations, colonial background, revolution, confederation and institutions, nationalism and expansion. The growth of democracy and war plus reconstruction are analyzed.

HIS-152 U.S. History since 1877, 3cr.
Covers re-union growth of big businesses, expansion and World War I, rise to world power, isolation, modern industry, depression, recovery and internationalism.

MAT-157 Statistics, 4cr.
The use of statistics by the methods of descriptive and inferential statistics. Both single and bivariate data are analyzed. Elementary probability and normal probability distributions are studied along with hypothesis testing, linear correlation, regression analysis and analysis of variance. Prerequisite: MAT-102 or 2 years of high school algebra.

MAT-211 Calculus I, 4cr.
The general course in differential and integral calculus and its applications. Topics include limits and continuity, differentiation, application of differentiation, integration, logarithmic, exponential and other transcendental functions and applications of integration. Prerequisite: MAT-127 or equivalent.

PEC-115 Athletic Development & Human Growth, 1cr.
Human growth and development in children and youth in relations to physical activity.

PEC-120 body Structure & Function, 1cr.
The structure and function of the human body in relation to physical activity.

PEC-126 Athletic Injury Prevention, 2cr.
Course provides a knowledge and understanding of the prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

Course offerings are subject to change. Students should check with their high school counselor for current offerings.