| Science
Grade 9
SNC 1D
SCIENCE - GRADE 9 - ACADEMIC
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables students to understand essential concepts in biology,
chemistry, earth and space science, and physics; to develop skills in
the processes of scientific inquiry; and to relate science knowledge to
technological, social, and environmental knowledge. Students will learn
about scientific theories and pursue inquiries related to cell division
and reproduction, atomic and molecular structures, properties of elements
and compounds, the universe and space exploration, and the principles
of static and current electricity.
SNC 1P
SCIENCE - GRADE 9 - APPLIED
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables students to understand essential concepts in biology,
chemistry, earth and space science, and physics; to develop practical
skills in scientific investigation; and to apply their knowledge of science
to everyday situations. Students will design and conduct investigations
into practical problems and issues related to cell division and reproduction,
the structure and properties of elements and compounds, astronomy and
space exploration, and static and current electricity.
SNC 141
SCIENCE-GRADE 9 - ESSENTIAL
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables students to deepen their knowledge and understanding
of the basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space, and physics;
to develop practical skills in science investigation into practical problems
and issues related to cells and reproduction, the structure and properties
of elements and compounds, static and current electricity, and astronomy
and space exploration. A variety of hands-on activities assist students
to acquire concepts. Students will use different reporting strategies
to facilitate the development of communication skills.
Science
Grade 10
SNC 2D
SCIENCE - GRADE 10 - ACADEMIC
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of concepts
in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics; to develop
further their skills in scientific inquiry; and to understand the interrelationships
among science, technology, and the environment. Students will conduct
investigations and understand scientific theories related to: ecology
and the maintenance of ecosystems; chemical reactions, with particular
attention to acid-base reactions; factors that influence weather systems;
and motion.
SNC 2P
SCIENCE - GRADE 10 - APPLIED
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of concepts
in biology, chemistry. Earth and space science, and physics; to develop
further their practical skills in scientific investigation; and to apply
their knowledge of science to real-world situations. Students will design
and conduct investigations into everyday problems and issues related to
ecology sustainability, chemical reactions, weather system, and motion.
Science
Grade 11
SBI 3U
BIOLOGY, GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course furthers students' understanding of the processes involved
in biological systems. Students will study cellular functions, genetic
continuity, internal systems and regulation, the diversity of living things,
and the anatomy, growth, and functions of plants. The course focuses on
the theoretical aspects of the topics under study, and helps students
refine skills related to scientific investigation.
SB13C
BIOLOGY, GRADE 11, COLLEGE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course focuses on the processes involved in biological systems. Students
will learn concepts and theories as they conduct investigations in the
areas of cellular biology, microbiology, animal anatomy and physiology,
plant structure and physiology, and environmental science. Emphasis will
be placed on the practical application of concepts and skills needed for
further study in the various branches of life sciences and related fields.
SCH 3U
CHEMISTRY,
GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course focuses on the concepts and theories that form the basis of
modem chemistry. Students will study the behaviors of solids, liquids,
gases, and solutions; investigate changes and relationships in chemical
systems; and explore how chemistry is used in developing new products
and processes that affect our lives and our environment. Emphasis will
also be placed on the importance of chemistry in other branches of science.
SPH 3U
PHYSICS,
GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course develops students' understanding of the basic concepts of
physics. Students will study the laws of dynamics and explore different
kinds of forces, the quantification and forms of energy (mechanical, sound,
light, thermal, and electrical), and the way energy is transformed and
transmitted. They will develop scientific-inquiry skills as they verify
accepted laws and solve both assigned problems and those emerging from
their investigations. Students will also analyze the interrelationships
between physics and technology, and consider the impact of technological
applications of physics on society and the environment.
SNC 3M
SCIENCE,
GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables student, including those who do not intend to pursue
science-related programs at the post-secondary level, to increase their
understanding of science and its technological applications. Students
will explore a range of topics, including the safe use of everyday chemicals;
the science of nutrition and body function; waste management; the application
of scientific principles in space; and technologies in everyday life.
Emphasis will be placed on the role of science and technology in daily
life and in relation to social and environmental issues.
SNC 3E
SCIENCE,
GRADE 11, WORKPLACE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course provides students with the science-related knowledge and skills
they need to help them make informed decisions in the workplace and in
their personal lives. Students will explore a range of topics, including
materials and safety; electrical circuits; micro-organisms; the human
immune system and defences against disease; and the impact of technology
on the environment. Emphasis is placed on relating these topics directly
to students' experiences both in the world of work and in daily life.
Science
Grade 12
SBI 4U
BIOLOGY, GRADE 12,
UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course provides students with the opportunity for in-
depth study of the concepts and processes associated with biological systems.
Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of
metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, evolution, and population
dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on achievement of the detailed knowledge
and refined skills needed for further study in various branches of the
life sciences and related fields.
SCH 4U
CHEMISTRY, GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry
through the study of organic chemistry, energy changes and rates of reaction,
chemical systems and equilibrium, electrochemistry, and atomic and molecular
structure. Students will further develop problem-solving and laboratory
skills as they investigate chemical processes, at the same time refining
their ability to communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be
placed on the importance of chemistry in daily life, and on evaluating
the impact of chemical technology on the environment.
SCH 4C
CHEMISTRY, GRADE 12,
COLLEGE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course introduces students to the concepts that form the basis of
modem chemistry. Students will study qualitative analysis, quantitative
relationships in chemical reactions, organic chemistry and electrochemistry,
and chemistry as it related to the quality of the environment. Students
will employ a variety of laboratory techniques, develop skills in data
collection and scientific analysis, and communicate scientific information
using appropriate terminology. Emphasis will be placed on the role of
chemistry in daily life and in the development of new technologies and
products.
SPH 4U
PHYSICS, GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of the concepts
and theories of physics. Students will explore further the laws of dynamics
and energy transformations, and will investigate electrical, gravitational,
and magnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, and the interface between
energy and matter. They will further develop inquiry skills, learning,
for example, how the interpretation of experimental data can provide indirect
evidence to support the development of a scientific model. Students will
also consider the impact on society and the environment of technological
applications of physics.
SPH 4C
PHYSICS, GRADE 12, COLLEGE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course develops students' understanding of the basic concepts of
physics. Students will explore these concepts as they relate to chemical,
electrical, fluid (hydraulic and pneumatic), and communications systems,
as well as to the operation of commonly used tools and equipment. They
will develop scientific inquiry skills as they verify accepted laws of
physics and solve both assigned problems and those emerging from their
investigations. Students will also consider the impact of technological
applications of physics on society and the environment.
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