Course Description

 


Course Title:
Science

Course Code:
SNC1D1

Course Type:
Grade 9, Academic

Subject Area:
Science

Program Differentiation:
Regular One Credit course

Description:
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.

Prerequisites:
None



Course Title:
Science

Course Code:
SNC1D3

Course Type:
Grade 9, Academic

Subject Area:
Science

Program Differentiation:
Enriched course

Description:
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.

Prerequisites:
None



Course Title:
Science

Course Code:
SNC1D8

Course Type:
Grade 9, Academic

Subject Area:
Science

Program Differentiation:
ESL course

Description:
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.

Prerequisites:
None



Course Title:
Science

Course Code:
SNC1L8

Course Type:
Grade 9, Locally Developed Compulsory

Subject Area:
Science

Program Differentiation:
ESL course

Description:
This course emphasizes reinforcing and strengthening science-related knowledge and skills, including scientific inquiry, critical thinking and the relationship between science, society, and the environment to prepare students for success in everyday life, in the workplace and in the Science Grade 11 Workplace Preparation course. Students explore a range of topics including science in daily life, properties of common materials, life-sustaining processes in simple and complex organisms, and electrical circuits. Students have the opportunity to extend mathematical and scientific process skills and to continue developing their skills in reading, writing, and oral language through relevant and practical science activities.



Course Title:
Science

Course Code:
SNC1P1

Course Type:
Grade 9, Applied

Subject Area:
Science

Program Differentiation:
Regular One Credit course

Description:
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.

Prerequisites:
None



Course Title:
Science

Course Code:
SNC1P8

Course Type:
Grade 9, Applied

Subject Area:
Science

Program Differentiation:
ESL course

Description:
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.

Prerequisites:
None