WCDSB Course Calendar 2012-2013 - Wellington Catholic

ScienceGrade 9 Science(Academic – SNC 1D1)This course enables students to develop theirunderstanding of basic concepts in biology,chemistry, earth and space science, and physics,and to relate science to technology, society, andthe environment. Students will develop their skillsin the processes of scientific investigation.Students will acquire an understanding of scientifictheories and conduct investigations related tosustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecularstructures and the properties of elements andcompounds; the study of the universe and itsproperties and components; and the principlesof electricity.Grade 9 Science(Applied – SNC 1P1)This course enables students to develop theirunderstanding of basic concepts in biology,chemistry, earth and space science, and physics,and to apply their knowledge of science to everydaysituations. They are also given opportunities todevelop practical skills related to scientificinvestigation. Students will plan and conductinvestigations into practical problems and issuesrelated to the impact of human activity onecosystems; the structure and properties ofelements and compounds; space exploration andthe components of the universe; and static andcurrent electricity.Grade 9 Science(LOCALLY DEVELOPED – SNC 1L1)This course reinforces and strengthensscience-related knowledge and skills, includingscientific inquiry, critical thinking and therelationship between science, society, and theenvironment, to prepare students for success ineveryday life and in the workplace. Studentsexplore a range of topics including science in dailylife, properties of common materials, lifesustainingprocesses in simple and complexorganisms, and electrical circuits. Students havethe opportunity to extend mathematical andscientific process skills and to continue developingtheir skills in reading, writing, and oral languagethrough relevant and practical science activities.28Grade 10 Science(Academic – SNC 2D1)Prerequisite: SNC 1D1 or SNC 1P1This course enables students to enhance theirunderstanding of concepts in biology, chemistry,earth and space science, and physics, and of theinterrelationships between science, technology,society, and the environment. Students are alsogiven opportunities to further develop theirscientific investigation skills. Students will plan andconduct investigations and develop theirunderstanding of scientific theories related to theconnections between cells and systems in animalsand plants; chemical reactions, with a particularfocus on acid–base reactions; forces that affectclimate and climate change; and the interaction oflight and matter.Grade 10 Science(Applied – SNC 2P1)Prerequisite: SNC 1D1 or SNC 1P1This course enables students to develop a deeperunderstanding of concepts in biology, chemistry,earth and space science, and physics, and toapply their knowledge of science in real-worldsituations. Students are given opportunities todevelop further practical skills in scientificinvestigation. Students will plan and conductinvestigations into everyday problems and issuesrelated to human cells and body systems; chemicalreactions; factors affecting climate change; andthe interaction of light and matter.Grade 10 Science(LOCALLY DEVELOPED – SNC 2L1)Prerequisite: SNC 1P1 or SNC 1L1This course emphasizes reinforcing andstrengthening science-related knowledge andskills, including scientific inquiry, critical thinkingand the environmental impact of science andtechnology, to prepare students for success ineveryday life and in the workplace. Studentsexplore a range of topics including science in themedia, interactions of common materials,interdependence of organisms in communities,and using electrical energy. Students havethe opportunity to extend mathematical andscientific process skills and to continue developingtheir skills in reading, writing, and oral languagethrough relevant and practical science activities.Grade 11 Biology(University Preparation – SBI 3U1)Prerequisite: SNC 2D1This course furthers students’ understandingof the processes that occur in biologicalsystems. Students will study theory and conductinvestigations in the areas of biodiversity;evolution; genetic processes; the structure andfunction of animals; and the anatomy, growth,and function of plants. The course focuses on thetheoretical aspects of the topics under study, andhelps students refine skills related to scientificinvestigation. Students may have an opportunityto attend an overnight field trip related to the uniton diversity.Grade 11 Chemistry(University Preparation – SCH 3U1)Prerequisite: SNC 2D1Students will deepen their understanding ofchemistry through the study of the properties ofchemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactionsand quantitative relationships in those reactions;solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistryand the behaviour of gases. Students will furtherdevelop their analytical skills and investigate thequalitative and quantitative properties of matter, aswell as the impact of some common chemicalreactions on society and the environment.Grade 11 Physics(University Preparation – SPH 3U1)Prerequisite: SNC 2D1This course develops students’ understanding ofthe basic concepts of physics. Students willexplore kinematics, with an emphasis on linearmotion; different kinds of forces; energytransformations; the properties of mechanicalwaves and sound; and electricity and magnetism.They will enhance their scientific investigationskills as they test laws of physics. In addition, theywill analyze the interrelationships between physicsand technology, and consider the impact oftechnological applications of physics on societyand the environment.Grade 11 Environmental Science(University/College – SVN 3M1)Prerequisite: SNC 2P1 or SNC 2D1This course provides students with thefundamental knowledge of and skills relating toenvironmental science that will help them succeedin life after secondary school. Students will explorea range of topics, including the role of science inaddressing contemporary environmentalchallenges; the impact of the environment onhuman health; sustainable agriculture and forestry;the reduction and management of waste; and theconservation of energy. Students will increase theirscientific and environmental literacy and examinethe interrelationships between science, theenvironment, and society in a variety of areas.There will be an extensive use of Guelph Lake.Grade 11 Biology(College Preparation – SBI 3C1)Prerequisite: SNC 2D1 or SNC 2P1This course focuses on the processes that occur inbiological systems. Students will learn conceptsand theories as they conduct investigations in the