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Course List with Brief Descriptions and Flow Chart of Courses
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Course List with Brief Descriptions and Flow Chart of Courses
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This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic
concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics,
and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment.
Throughout the course, students will develop their skills in the
processes of scientific investigation. Students will acquire an
understanding of scientific theories and conduct investigations related
to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecular structures and the
properties of elements and compounds; the study of the universe and its
properties and components; and the principles of electricity.
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This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic
concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics,
and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment.
Throughout the course, students will develop their skills in the
processes of scientific investigation. Students will acquire an
extensive understanding of scientific theories and conduct in-depth
investigations related to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecular
structures and the properties of elements and compounds; the study of
the universe and its properties and components; and the principles of
electricity. There will be a nominal cost for some additional resources.
This will be communicated at the beginning of the course.
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| This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic
concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics,
and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment.
Throughout the course, students will develop their skills in the
processes of scientific investigation. Students will acquire an
understanding of scientific theories and conduct investigations related
to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecular structures and the
properties of elements and compounds; the study of the universe and its
properties and components; and the principles of electricity. Students
taking this course must have approval of a Guidance Counsellor or an ESL
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This course prepares students for Grade 10 Locally-developed Science
(SNC2L) and/or Grade 11 Workplace Science (SNC3E). This course
reinforces and strengthens science-related knowledge and skills,
including scientific inquiry, critical thinking and the relationship
between science, society and the environment. Students explore a range
of topics including Science in Daily Life, Properties of Common
Materials, Staying Alive: Life Sustaining Processes, and Electrical
Circuits.
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This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic
concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics,
and to apply their knowledge of science to everyday situations. They are
also given opportunities to develop practical skills related to
scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations
into practical problems and issues related to the impact of human
activity on ecosystems; the structure and properties of elements and
compounds; space exploration and the components of the universe; and
static and current electricity.
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This course enables students to enhance their understanding of concepts
in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and of the
interrelationships between science, technology, society, and the
environment. Students are also given opportunities to further develop
their scientific investigation skills. Students will plan and conduct
investigations and develop their understanding of scientific theories
related to the connections between cells and systems in animals and
plants; chemical reactions, with a particular focus on acid–base
reactions; forces that affect climate and climate change; and the
interaction of light and matter.
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This course enables students to enhance their understanding of concepts
in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and of the
interrelationships between science, technology, society, and the
environment. Students are also given opportunities to further develop
their scientific investigation skills. Students will plan and conduct
investigations and develop their understanding of scientific theories
related to the connections between cells and systems in animals and
plants; chemical reactions, with a particular focus on acid–base
reactions; forces that affect climate and climate change; and the
interaction of light and matter. Students taking this course must have
approval of a Guidance Counsellor or an ESL teacher.
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This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic
concepts in biology, chemistry and physics. It strengthens and
reinforces major concepts in conducting "fair" experiements, lab
technique, data collection, data interpretation, graphing and
mathematics. Students will explore the following topis: Science &
Media, Energy, Ecology & Sustainability and Chemistry.
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This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of
concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics,
and to apply their knowledge of science in real-world situations.
Students are given opportunities to develop further practical skills in
scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations
into everyday problems and issues related to human cells and body
systems; chemical reactions; factors affecting climate change; and the
interaction of light and matter.
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| This course furthers students’ understanding of the processes that occur
in biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct
investigations in the areas of biodiversity; evolution; genetic
processes; the structure and function of animals; and the anatomy,
growth, and function of plants. The course focuses on the theoretical
aspects of the topics under study, and helps students refine skills
related to scientific investigation. |
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| This course furthers students' understanding of the processes that occur
in biological systems. It is expected that students enrol in the
Advanced Placement (AP) biology course next year. Students will study
theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biodiversity;
evolution; genetic processes; the structure and functions of animals;
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. Additional lab
activities provide enrichment and preparation for Advanced Placement
Biology. Students should be highly motivated, independent learners
with a strong science background to consider this course. There will be a
nominal cost for some additional resources. This will be communicated
at the beginning of the course. |
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| This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry
through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds;
chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions;
solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of
gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and
investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as
well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the
environment. |
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| This course is designed to give students a strong foundation in the
concepts and mathematical skills of general chemistry. Topics that will
be covered in great detail include the structures and properties of
matter;the quantum theory and chemical bonds; balancing chemical,
nuclear and redox reations; stiochiomentry, thermochemistry and the
behaviour of gases. During lab experiments students will investigate the
qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the
impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment.
There will be a nominal cost for some additional resources. This will
be communicated at the beginning of the course. |
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| This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of
physics. Students will explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear
motion; different kinds of forces; energy transformations; the
properties of mechanical waves and sound; and electricity and magnetism.
They will enhance their scientific investigation skills as they test
laws of physics. In addition, they will analyse the interrelationships
between physics and technology, and consider the impact of technological
applications of physics on society and the environment. Grade 10
academic mathematics is highly recommended prior to taking grade 11
physics. |
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| This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of
the concepts and processes that occur in biological systems. Students
will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of
biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and
population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on the achievement of
detailed knowledge and the refinement of skills needed for further study
in various branches of the life sciences and related fields. Grade 11
academic chemistry is highly recommended prior to taking grade 12
biology. |
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| This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of
the concepts and processes that occur in biological systems. Students
will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of
biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and
population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on the achievement of
detailed knowledge and the refinement of skills needed for further study
in various branches of the life sciences and related fields. Students
should be highly motivated, independent learners with a strong science
background to consider this course. There will be a nominal cost for
some additional resources and the AP exam fee set by the USA College
Board. This will be communicated at the beginning of the course. |
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| This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry
through the study of organic chemistry, the structure and properties of
matter, energy changes and rates of reaction, equilibrium in chemical
systems, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop their
problem-solving and investigation skills as they investigate chemical
processes, and will refine their ability to communicate scientific
information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in
everyday life and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the
environment. |
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| This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry
through the study of organic chemistry, the structure and properties of
matter, energy changes and rates of reaction, equilibrium in chemical
systems, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop their
problem-solving and investigation skills as they investigate chemical
processes, and will refine their ability to communicate scientific
information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in
everyday life and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the
environment. There will be a nominal cost for some additional resources
and the AP exam fee set by the USA College Board. This will be
communicated at the beginning of the course. |
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| This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics
concepts and theories. Students will continue their exploration of
energy transformations and the forces that affect motion, and will
investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields and
electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore the wave nature of
light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They will further
develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example,
how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a
variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider
the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the
environment. |
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Please note: Courses may not all be available at Thornlea Secondary School, and may vary based on student interest, staffing and funding. To access courses not currently available please discuss with Guidance.
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