10  (SC 10)                     4 credits

Science 10 completes the three-year junior science program. The four core units in this third year are chemistry, biology, physics and earth science. The basic concepts of chemistry are explored in grades eight and nine.  In grade 10 they are extended into the area of ionic and covalent compounds and the major types of chemical reactions they undergo. Biology focuses on the sustainability of ecosystems.  Physics examines motion.  Earth Science includes plate tectonics and energy transfer in natural systems.
There is a required Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 20% of the final mark.

Science 10 Honours  (SC 10)     4 credits

This course emphasizes independent study for able students who are inquisitive and have an interest in science. There is an attempt to teach thinking skills rather than rote memory. The basic course content is an extended version of that offered in the regular science courses with a special emphasis on graphing both curved and straight line relationships and the use of mathematic calculations in science.
The student is encouraged and directed to study areas of personal interest in depth. An independent science project is part of the course.
There is a required Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 20% of the final mark.

Science 11  (ESC 11)         4 credits

Earth Science is a course designed to investigate the Earth and its structure. This includes the study of the lithosphere, space science and how the Earth fits into the realm of space.  The basic units are Geological Science and Space Science.
Earth Science 11 satisfies the university entrance requirements for a grade 11 Science course.

Biology 11  (BI 11)                       4 credits

Biology 11 introduces the student to the study of life in all its forms. The course begins with an introduction to the methods and principles of biological science. This includes the scientific method, evolution, classification and taxonomy, and levels of organization. A significant portion of the course involves examination of the four biological fields.
1) Microbiology
2) Botany (Plant biology)
3) Zoology (Animal biology)
4) Evolution

Biology 11 Honours  (BI 11H)     4 credits

Biology 11 Honours includes all topics covered in regular Biology 11. The honours course examines these topics in greater depth and includes a number of additional ones (e.g. biochemistry). This course is designed to prepare the student for Advanced Placement Biology 12. It is strongly recommended that students enrolling in Biology 11 Honours have an "A" or high "B" standing in Science 10 Honours. This course is contingent on enrollment.

Chemistry 11  (CHEM 11)            4 credits

Chemistry 11 is a lab-oriented course concerned with the identification, characterization, and transformation of matter. The course has a strong mathematical emphasis. Specific units dealt with include: the scientific method, classification and description of matter, atomic theory, including introductory quantum mechanics, the mole concept, including stoichiometric applications, chemistry of solutions, and an introduction to organic chemistry. Students taking Chemistry 11 can expect a variety of laboratory activities.

Chemistry 11 Honours  (CH 11) 4 credits

Physics 11  (PH 11)                     4 credits

Physics 11 Honours  (PH 11)     4 credits

Prerequisite: “B” or better in Science 10 or 10H and Math 10 or Math 10H. Trigonometry and algebra will be used.
     Physics 11 Honours is a course for those who want a challenging program or who wish to get a head start on the Physics 12 core material. Topics will be the same as those for Physics 11, but with a faster pace and at a greater
depth so that some Physics 12 material may be learned. These extra topics will be circular motion, inclines, and 2-D momentum. More elaborate studies of wave theory will also be included. This course concentrates on problem solving and the use of mathematics in analyzing and describing physical situations. This course is contingent on enrollment. A non-programmable calculator is recommended.

Biology 12  (BI 12)                       4 credits

Prerequisite: "B" in Biology 11
Biology 12 continues the study of life with a greater emphasis on the human being. Like Biology 11, it begins with a review of the methods and principles of biological science. Biochemistry and Physiology are heavily emphasized in Biology 12. The majority of the course is composed of three major units.
1) Cell Biology
2) Biochemistry
3) Human Biology
There is also a minor unit on Scientific Method and Experimental Design.
Due to the detail of the study of the biochemistry of the cell, Chemistry 11 is recommended as a prerequisite to this course. It is strongly recommended that students have a high "B" or better in Biology 11 before attempting Biology 12.
There is an optional Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 40% of the final mark.

Geology 12  (GEOL 12)                  4 credits

Prerequisite: Completion of “Chemistry, Biology or Earth Science 11
This course is intended for Grade 12 students seeking a provincially examinable Science credit.
This course will focus primarily on the study of the Earth’s crust, with emphasis on local geology. Specific topics include: composition of the Earth (minerals, rocks), economic importance (mining, oil drilling), geological history (time scale, dating techniques, fossils), earth building processes (plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes), earth wasting processes (streams, glaciers) and comparative planetology. It is recommended that students have strong reading and writing skills and a willingness to work outdoors. There is an optional Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 40% of the final mark.

Physics 12  (PH 12)                     4 credits

Prerequisite: "B" in PH 11
Physics 12 extends the basic concepts of Physics 11 to motion in two dimensions, forces, energy, circular motion, torque, electrostatics, electric circuits and electromagnetism. Students with satisfactory standing (C+ or better) in Physics 11 will find this course challenging. This course concentrates on problem solving and the use of mathematics in analyzing and describing physical situations. Laboratory work will be ongoing. This course will be similar to first year post-secondary physics. A non-programmable calculator may be required for the provincial exam.

****Note: Mathematical ability should be C+ in Mathematics 11 or 12, as trigonometry and algebra will be required.

There is an optional Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 40% of the final mark.

Chemistry 12  (CH 12)                 4 credits

Prerequisite: "B" in Chemistry 11
Chemistry 12 is intended for Grade 12 students who have shown an aptitude for the subject and plan to take Chemistry and related courses at the post-secondary level. Problem solving and lab work is much more prevalent than in Chemistry 11 and a good understanding of mathematics is essential. The course contains extensive laboratory investigation of five topic areas including reaction kinetics, solubility principles, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, and oxidation-reduction reactions. Due to a large number of mathematical calculations in the course, students should have a reasonably good standing in Math 11 before attempting Chemistry 12.
There is an optional Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 40% of the final mark.

Y Lab Tech Assistant 11  (YLTA 11)   4 credits

Prerequisite: Teacher Permission
This course is intended for senior students with a strong science background and a desire to continue on to post secondary instruction in the science area. This is a laboratory course in which students expand upon some of the basic laboratory work performed within regular science courses. Students are involved in the preparation and organization of lab materials, including solutions, chemical supplies and equipment. In addition they will be trained in the working procedures of lab preparation. Students will work independently under the supervision of a science teacher.