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AUTHENTIC INDEPENDENT CONNECTED CREATIVE DYNAMIC Grade 12 Courses Art 40S Art 40S is a project based course. Students will be encouraged to explore various media to develop and refine their personal artistic style. Themes include art history, art appreciation and the importance of art in society. Students will be expected to participate in field trips to various galleries. Students intending to enter a post secondary art based program will have the opportunity to work on formal portfolio projects. Biology 40S This course presents students with a survey of the diversity of living things and the nature of their interactions. Broad themes to be covered include evolution, and the transmission, expression, and technological applications of genes. Emphasis will be placed on the historical and social impact of biology and biotechnology, and upon the connectedness of life science with other disciplines. Objectives • To increase student awareness and understanding of basic biological concepts in selected topics, as listed in the course outline. • To enable the student to develop and apply the skills of scientific methods and research. • To promote scientific literacy and interdisciplinary thought. • To promote an understanding of the relationship between biology and technology, and their impact upon the individual, society, and the environment. Prerequisite Although there are no prerequisites for the course, the completion of Biology 30S and/or Chemistry 30S would provide the student with significant advantages. Course Outline Part I Genetics • Understanding Biological Inheritance • Mechanisms of Inheritance Part II Biodiversity • Evolutionary Theory and Biodiversity • Organizing Biodiversity • Conservation of Biodiversity Assignments Course activities include lectures, reading assignments, class discussions, independent research, group projects, problem solving, video, multimedia presentations, and use of the Internet and web-based learning communities. Benefits This course provides a sound foundation for future courses and careers related to biology, and serves to increase awareness of the living world around us. A background in biology is especially useful for those seeking careers in medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, dentistry, pharmacy, laboratory technology, and other science-related disciplines. Chemistry 40S Chemistry 40S is a continuation and enhancement of the Chemistry 30S course, ideal for students who intend to take science courses in university or other post-secondary institutions. Objectives The objective of the course is to have students develop and demonstrate their understanding of chemical concepts. Students will have an opportunity to engage in practical and inquiry-based activities. The goal of the course is for students to see the relationships and patterns in the reactivity of substances. Topics • Aqueous Reactions • Atomic Structure • Kinetics • Equilibrium • Acids and Bases • Electrochemistry Prerequisite Chemistry 30S (It is strongly recommended that students take 40S Precalculus Mathematics concurrently with Chemistry 40S) Assignments Term marks will be based on tests, quizzes, laboratory work and projects. Benefits A background in chemistry is especially useful for those seeking careers in dentistry, engineering, laboratory technology, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and other science-related disciplines. T H E C O L L E G I A T E 2 0 1 1 – 2 0 1 2 3 3
AUTHENTIC INDEPENDENT CONNECTED CREATIVE DYNAMIC Course Descriptions (continued) Computer Science 40S Computer Science 40S is the advanced course in data management and computer programming and includes a review of work from previous courses. Objectives This course will take students deep into the representation and manipulation of data using computers. The emphasis is on understanding of the concepts and the methods of computer science using project work to develop individual skills and communication techniques needed for teamwork. This course involves programming in a conventional language as well as in an object-oriented, rapid application and development (RAD) language. Topics • Program Structure and style • Random numbers • One dimensional arrays • Parallel arrays • Two dimensional arrays • Sets • Records • Units • Objects and Object Oriented Programming • Algorithms and toolkits • Sorting and searching • Character and String manipulation • Pointer and their uses • Linked lists and their manipulation • Stacks, Queues, and Binary Trees • Recursion • Learning a new programming language • Current trends in information and communication technologies • Teamwork and project management • Visual programming Prerequisite Computer Science 30S or approval of the instructor Introduction to Computers 42U: ACS-1453/3 Introduction to Computers is a half-credit course designed to enable the student to become competent in the use of the four major components of the modern office software suite. Students learn to use Microsoft Office 2007 Word (word processor), spreadsheet (Excel), Access (database), and Powerpoint (presentations). This is a hands-on course emphasizing practical use of this office suite. Topics • Operating in a Network • Introduction to “Microsoft Word 2007” • Creating a Research Paper • Creating a Worksheet and Embedded Chart • Formulas, Functions, Formatting and Web Queries • Creating a Database • Querying a Database • Creating a PowerPoint Presentation (Template) • Creating a PowerPoint Presentation (Outline View) Evaluation Students will be assessed though the use of tests and course assignments. University of Winnipeg Dual Credit Introduction to Computers 42U is equivalent to The University of Winnipeg course ACS: 1453/3 Introduction to Computers. This course can be registered as a first year university credit as well as a Grade 12 credit. Advanced Debate and Advocacy 41G (half-credit) Advanced Debate and Advocacy 41G is designed to further instruct students in the art of rhetoric and the varying conventions of many traditional styles of debate, and to fine-tune skills necessary to become strong advocates for important causes that they wish to support. Topics • Detailed history of rhetoric and its major theorists • Commonly used debating devices • Styles of debates • Debate formats • Research for debate preparation • Adopting and changing beliefs in society • Activism Assignments Students will engage in a wide variety of assignments including conducting research, entering speech and debate tournaments, and supporting recognized and appropriate political, social, special interest or advocacy groups. Prerequisite Debate and Critical Thinking 31G Dramatic Arts 40S Dramatics Arts 40S has performance as its main focus. The class will work on two production components, chosen to build on elements developed in Dramatic Arts 30S and to reflect the interests of the students. Objectives The students will learn how theatre is developed into a communicative art form, through active participation in at least two projects. One of these will use collective theatre techniques, where students create, develop, and write their own dramatic presentation, reflecting their interests, awareness, and perceptions. The second production will offer students the opportunity to interpret, rehearse, and present a scripted play. In Dramatic Arts 40S students will also be introduced to and explore different historical theatrical styles through play analysis and interpretation and rehearsal of a variety of scenes representing these diverse theatrical styles. Prerequisite Students must have completed Dramatic Arts 30S or the equivalent. Please note that previous performance experience alone does not fulfill this requirement. Knowledge of the classroom/workshop creative process is required. 3 4 T H E C O L L E G I A T E 2 0 1 1 – 2 0 1 2
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