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Disciplines
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| Science | | SCIENCE | SNC1P1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Applied | GRADE: 9 | | SCIENCE | SNC1D1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Academic | GRADE: 9 | | SCIENCE (LAPTOP) | SNC1DE | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Academic | GRADE: 9 | | SCIENCE | SNC1L1 | | 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. This course helps students to meet Ontario Catholic Graduate Expectations by enabling each person to become a reflective and creative thinker who examines, evaluates and applies knowledge of interdependent systems (physical, political, ethical, socioeconomic and ecological) for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Locally Developed | GRADE: 9 | | SCIENCE | SNC2P1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become self directed, responsible, life-long learners who think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Applied | GRADE: 10 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC1D1 - SCIENCE or SNC1DE - SCIENCE (LAPTOP) or SNC1P1 - SCIENCE or SNC1PT - SCIENCE | | SCIENCE | SNC2D1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who adopt a holistic approach to life by integrating learning from various subject areas and experience. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Academic | GRADE: 10 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC1D1 - SCIENCE or SNC1P1 - SCIENCE or SNC1PT - SCIENCE | | SCIENCE (LAPTOP) | SNC2DE | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who adopt a holistic approach to life by integrating learning from various subject areas and experience. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Academic | GRADE: 10 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC1DE - SCIENCE (LAPTOP) | | BIOLOGY | SBI3U1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 11 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC2D1 - SCIENCE or SNC2DD - SCIENCE | | BIOLOGY (LAPTOP) | SBI3UE | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 11 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC2DE - SCIENCE (LAPTOP) | | CHEMISTRY | SCH3U1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become self directed, responsible, life-long learners who think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 11 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC2D1 - SCIENCE or SNC2DD - SCIENCE or SNC2DE - SCIENCE (LAPTOP) | | PHYSICS | SPH3U1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become self directed, responsible, life-long learners who think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 11 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC2D1 - SCIENCE or SNC2DD - SCIENCE | | PHYSICS (LAPTOP) | SPH3UE | | 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. This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students study the laws of dynamics and explore different kinds of forces, the quantification and forms of energy (mechanical, sound, light, thermal, and electrical), and the way energy is transformed and transmitted. They develop scientific-inquiry skills as they verify accepted laws and solve both assigned problems and those emerging from their investigations. Students analyse the interrelationships between physics and technology, and consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment. An emphasis will be placed on using technology (data analysis software, mathematics software, internet web sites, concept mapping software, etc.) to explore the concepts in the course. This course helps students meet the Ontario Catholic Graduate Expectations by enabling each person to become a reflective and creative thinker who examines, evaluates and applies knowledge of interdependent systems (physical, political, ethical, socioeconomic and ethical) for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 11 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC2DE - SCIENCE (LAPTOP) | | BIOLOGY | SBI3C1 | | This course focuses on the processes that occur in biological systems. Students will learn concepts and theories as they conduct investigations in the areas of cellular biology, microbiology, genetics, the anatomy of mammals, and the structure of plants and their role in the natural environment. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of concepts, and on the skills needed for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: College | GRADE: 11 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC2D1 - SCIENCE or SNC2DD - SCIENCE or SNC2DE - SCIENCE (LAPTOP) or SNC2P1 - SCIENCE | | BIOLOGY | SBI4U1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who create, adapt, and evaluate new ideas in light of the common good. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 12 | | PREREQUISITE: SBI3U1 - BIOLOGY or SBI3UE - BIOLOGY (LAPTOP) | | CHEMISTRY | SCH4U1 | | 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. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 12 | | PREREQUISITE: SCH3U1 - CHEMISTRY | | PHYSICS | SPH4U1 | | 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 relating to a variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment. This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: University | GRADE: 12 | | PREREQUISITE: SPH3U1 - PHYSICS or SPH3UE - PHYSICS (LAPTOP) | | INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES - SCIENCE AND THE EVOLUTION OF HUMANITY | IDP4O1 | This course emphasizes the development of practical skills and knowledge to solve problems, make decisions, create personal meaning, and present findings beyond the scope of a single subject or discipline.Through individual and collaborative inquiry and research into contemporary issues, real-life situations, and careers, students will apply the principles and skills derived from the complementary subjects and disciplines studied, evaluate the reliability of information, and examine how information technology can be used safely, effectively, and legally.They will also learn how to select strategies to define problems, research alternative solutions, assess their thinking in reaching decisions, and adapt to change as they acquire new knowledge. The key Catholic Graduate Expectations developed are those of an Effective Communicator, a Reflective and Creative Thinker, a Collaborative Contributor and ultimately a Responsible Citizen.
NOTE: students can only complete one grade 12 open Interdisciplinary Studies course | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: Open | GRADE: 12 | | PREREQUISITE: Any Grade 10 course in Science or Canadian and World Studies. | | PHYSICS | SPH4C1 | | This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore these concepts with respect to motion; mechanical, electrical, electromagnetic, energy transformation, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; and the operation of commonly used tools and machines. They will develop their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics and solve both assigned problems and those emerging from their investigations. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment. . This course will help students address the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectation that they become reflective and creative thinkers who examine, evaluate and apply knowledge of interdependent systems for the development of a just and compassionate society. | | CREDIT: 1 | TYPE: College | GRADE: 12 | | PREREQUISITE: SNC2D1 - SCIENCE or SNC2DD - SCIENCE or SNC2DE - SCIENCE (LAPTOP) or SNC2P1 - SCIENCE |
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