Sciences 11/12

You must select at least one of these Science 11 or 12 courses in your grade 11 or 12 year. Additional Science classes can be taken as elective course choices.

life sciences 11

Students will investigate the living world

The cell
Classification of life
The evolutionary history of different life forms
In depth investigation of the main animal groups with several dissections of creatures
Plants and their many groups and major structures
Ecology: the study of living systems.

chemistry 11

Students will continue to develop their science skills including designing and conducting experiments, finding relationships and patterns in data and drawing conclusions. Topics covered include:

atomic theory,
chemical reactions,
quantitative analysis (amounts of chemicals)
bonding theory.

A grade of B or higher in Science 10 and a solid background in numeracy is strongly recommended.

physics 11

Students will investigate four big ideas:

An object’s motion can be predicted, analyzed, and described.
Forces influence the motion of an object.
Energy is found in different forms, is conserved, and has the ability to do work.
Mechanical waves transfer energy but not matter.

Students will develop authentic physics skills and solve real world problems through designing and carrying out experiments and projects. A strong background in numeracy is recommended.

environmental science 11

This is an academic course intended for students interested in taking environmental or natural resource sciences in post secondary. Students will investigate four big ideas :

Complexity contributes to the diversity of ecosystems,
Natural processes maintain changing ecosystems,
Human practices affect the sustainability of ecosystems,
Our role in the stewardship and restoration of ecosystems.

There will be an emphasis on local ecosystems, and students will learn environmental sampling techniques. This course does not replace Life Sciences 11 as a post-secondary prerequisite for the natural resource science program.

Astronomy 11/12

in Astronomy 11/12, students are provided with an opportunity to learn about the formation of the universe and the many astronomical bodies contained within it. Contributions of astronomers throughout history and the significance of their discoveries to our understanding of the universe will be examined. This course looks at the many tools, technologies and theories developed to further our understanding of the universe and solar system.

science for citizens 11

Looking for a Science 11 credit but struggled with Science 10? Science for Citizens is the course for you. Students will investigate how scientific knowledge and processes impact our daily lives, our workplace, and our ability to respond and adapt to local and global changes.

Topics include:

Safe use of household and workplace chemicals/WHMIS
Natural hazards, extreme weather events and responses
Scientific literacy
Forensic Science
Human impacts on Earth's systems and sustainability
Beneficial and practical applications of science
Personal and public health practices

honours physics 11

DP Physics is a rigorous course that explores fundamental scientific principles, including mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and quantum physics. Students develop problem-solving skills, conduct hands-on experiments, and apply mathematical concepts to real-world challenges, preparing them for university studies in science, engineering, and technology.

While this is an honours-level course for non-IB students, those who wish to receive partial IB recognition must commit to taking both DP French B or DP Spanish abinitio and a second year of DP Physics in their Grade 12 year. Students must remain in the course for the full second year and cannot drop midway through Grade 12, as the courses will run every other day throughout the year. If a student is interested in obtaining an IB certificate for their efforts, students can choose to register for the IB exams at the start of their grade 12 year.

honours biology 11

DP Biology provides students with an in-depth understanding of living systems, covering topics such as cell biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, and human physiology. Through laboratory work, research, and data analysis, students develop scientific inquiry skills and an appreciation for the complexities of life. The course highlights the connections between biological concepts and their real-world applications in medicine, biotechnology, and environmental science.

As an honours-level course for non-IB students, those who wish to receive partial IB recognition must commit to taking both DP French B or DP Spanish ab initio and a second year of DP Biology in their Grade 12 year. Students must remain enrolled for the entire second year and cannot drop the course midway through Grade 12, as the courses will run every other day throughout the year. If a student is interested in obtaining an IB certificate for their efforts, students can choose to register for the IB exams at the start of their grade 12 year.

anatomy and physiology 12

Exploration of the major organ systems of the human body. Including

Circulatory system and the heart
Digestive system
Urinary system
Nervous system
Respiratory system

Through the inquiry process the major organ systems of the human body will be explored.

Completion of Chemistry 11 and/or Life Sciences 11 is strongly recommended for success in this course.

Physics 12

Students will investigate four big ideas:

Measurement of motion depends on our frame of reference.
Forces can cause linear and circular motion.
Forces and energy interactions occur within fields.
Momentum is conserved within a closed and isolated

Students will develop authentic physics skills and solve real world problems through designing and carrying out experiments and projects. An A or B in Physics 11 is strongly recommended for success in this course.

chemistry 12

Students will continue to develop their science skills including designing and conducting experiments, finding relationships and patterns in data and drawing conclusions. Topics covered include:

dynamic equilibrium,
rates of reactions,
acid base chemistry,
electrochemistry and solubility.

An A or B in Chemistry 11 is strongly recommended for success in this course.

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