COURSE DESCRIPTION

Research I for Grade 7 is a course in the Special Science Class designed to equip
learners with essential scientific attitudes and science process skills that will
prepare them in conducting science investigations. These skills include observing,
measuring, inferring classifying, predicting, communicating, formulating research
Research I problems, formulating hypothesis, defining and identifying variables, and
describing relationships between variables, designing an investigation,
experimenting and writing simple scientific report. The simple science
investigations shall be confined within the school premises. This course provides
an excellent groundwork or prerequisite background for higher research work.
Research II for Grade 8 introduces the nature of research and processes to
learners. This will help them generate a researchable problem, formulate
hypotheses, select, synthesize and cite relevant literature following ethical
Research II standards., apply the principles of experimental design and methodology,
determine the basic statistical tools, and enhance scientific writing skills in
preparing a research proposal. This subject is also designed to prepare the
learners in establishing strong linkages, collaboration and consultation with
research institutions, industries and nearby communities.
Research III for Grade 9 is the phase where the actual conduct of
investigation/experimentation of learners starts. Topics were geared to equip
learners with the necessary skills in conducting experimental research. In
acquiring proficiency in conducting sound researches, the learners shall establish
Research III strong linkages, collaborate and maximize the available resources of research
institutions and the community. Constant coaching, mentoring and consultation
with experts will result to robust and well-guided execution of the research
project. Learners should be able to acquire mastery and competence in writing
the scientific paper by exposing them to the rigors of writing research reports.
Research IV for Grade 10 aims to enhance the previous project study or develop
a new scientific research. Competencies are designed to strengthen the learner’s
research capability using advance scientific applications for different research
Research IV designs, stronger linkages, collaboration and consultation with research
institutions and industries. Research IV will serve as an avenue for the learners to
demonstrate much higher level of competence, mastery and proficiency in
research through continuous development of the scientific research project.
 COURSE DESCRIPTION OF ROBOTICS

Robotics I is an introduction to working with computer-controlled devices and

software development. Students use the engineering design process to create
prototypes, and to test, analyze, and improve designs. The focus is on basic robot
ROBOTICS I construction and programming for robotic control. This is a project-based
environment that requires students to build prototypes or use simulation
software to test designs. Integrating sensors for closed feedback loops and
automated decision making is emphasized. Students develop critical thinking and
communication skills by analyzing and presenting results using Google tools.

Robotics II continues the work from Robotics I by expanding systems design to

include data collection and analysis. Use of LabVIEW, the industry standard
engineering design software, is emphasized and the software engineering
ROBOTICS II process is used to design more complex products. Additionally, students explore
career opportunities, employer expectations, and educational needs in the
robotics industry.