Science Courses at
Vaughan Secondary School
Students will be
required to pay a $5.00 lab fee in this department (once per semester).
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SNC1D1 |
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Grade 9, Academic |
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This course enables students to
understand essential concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science,
and physics; to develop skills in the processes of scientific inquiry; and to
relate science knowledge to technological, social, and environmental
knowledge. Students will learn about scientific theories and pursue inquiries
related to cell division and reproduction, atomic and molecular structures,
properties of elements and compounds, the universe and space exploration, and
the principles of static and current electricity. |
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SNC1D2 |
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| Grade 9, Academic |
Credit |
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| This course prepares students for the
advanced placement courses in grades 10, 11 and 12. The SNC1D1 curriculum
is covered with additional enrichment laboratory activities and projects. |
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Grade Nine Academic
Science ESL |
SNC1DL |
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Grade 9, Academic |
Credit |
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This course enables students to
understand essential concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science,
and physics; to develop skills in the processes of scientific inquiry; and to
relate science knowledge to technological, social, and environmental
knowledge. Students will learn about scientific theories and pursue inquiries
related to cell division and reproduction, atomic and molecular structures,
properties of elements and compounds, the universe and space exploration, and
the principles of static and current electricity. |
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Science |
SNC1P1 |
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Grade 9, Applied |
Credit |
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This course enables students to
understand essential concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science,
and physics; to develop practical skills in scientific investigation; and to
apply their knowledge of science to everyday situations. Students will design
and conduct investigations into practical problems and issues related to cell
division and reproduction, the structure and properties of elements and
compounds, astronomy and space exploration, and static and current
electricity. |
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Locally Developed
Science |
SNC14M |
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Grade 9, Essential |
Credit |
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Essential courses are chosen in
consultation with an elementary school S.E.R.T. and the Special Education
Department Head. |
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Locally Developed
Science |
SNC23M |
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Grade 10, Essential |
Credit |
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Students must be identified through an
IPRC process and placed in this course. |
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Science |
SNC2D1 |
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Grade 10, Academic |
Credit |
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This course enables students to develop
a deeper understanding of concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space
science, and physics; to develop further their skills in scientific inquiry;
and to understand the interrelationships among science, technology, and the
environment. Students will conduct investigations and understand scientific
theories related to: ecology and the maintenance of ecosystems; chemical
reactions, with particular attention to acid-base reactions; factors that
influence weather systems; and motion. |
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SNC2D2 |
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| Grade 10, Academic |
Credit |
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| This course prepares students for the
advanced placement courses in grade 11 and 12. The SNC2D1 curriculum
is covered with additional enrichment laboratory activities and projects. |
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Science |
SNC2P1 |
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Grade 10, Applied |
Credit |
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This course enables students to develop
a deeper understanding of concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space
science, and physics; to develop further their practical skills in scientific
investigation; and to apply their knowledge of science to real-world
situations. Students will design and conduct investigations into everyday
problems and issues related to ecological sustainability, chemical reactions,
weather systems, and motion. |
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Science |
SNC3E1 |
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Grade 11, Workplace
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course provides students with the
science-related knowledge and skills they need to help them make informed
decisions in the workplace and in their personal lives. Students will explore
a range of topics, including materials and safety; electrical circuits;
micro-organisms; the human immune system and defenses against disease; and
the impact of humans on the environment. Emphasis is placed on relating these
topics directly to students' experiences both in the world of work and in
daily life. |
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Science |
SNC3M1 |
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Grade 11,
University/College Preparation |
Credit |
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This course enables students, including
those who do not intend to pursue science-related programs at the
post-secondary level, to increase their understanding of science and its
technological applications. Students will explore a range of topics,
including the safe use of everyday chemicals; the science of nutrition and
body function; waste management; the application of scientific principles in
space; and technologies in everyday life. Emphasis will be placed on the role
of science and technology in daily life and in relation to social and
environmental issues. |
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Biology |
SBI3U1 |
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Grade 11, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course furthers students'
understanding of the processes involved in biological systems. Students will
study cellular functions, genetic continuity, internal systems and
regulation, the diversity of living things, 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. |
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Biology |
SBI3C1 |
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Grade 11, College
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course focuses on the processes
involved in biological systems. Students will learn concepts and theories as
they conduct investigations in the areas of cellular biology, microbiology,
animal anatomy and physiology, plant structure and physiology, and
environmental science. 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. |
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Biology Advanced
Placement |
SBI3U2 |
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Grade 11, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course furthers students'
understanding of the processes involved in biological systems. Students will
study cellular functions, genetic continuity, internal systems and
regulation, the diversity of living things, 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. |
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Chemistry |
SCH3U1 |
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Grade 11, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course focuses on the concepts and
theories that form the basis of modern chemistry. Students will study the
behaviors of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions; investigate changes and
relationships in chemical systems; and explore how chemistry is used in
developing new products and processes that affect our lives and our
environment. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of chemistry in
other branches of science. |
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Chemistry Advanced
Placement |
SCH3U2 |
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Grade 11, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course focuses on the concepts and
theories that form the basis of modern chemistry. Students will study the
behaviors of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions; investigate changes and
relationships in chemical systems; and explore how chemistry is used in
developing new products and processes that affect our lives and our
environment. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of chemistry in
other branches of science. |
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Physics |
SPH3U1 |
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Grade 11, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course develops students'
understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will 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 will develop
scientific-inquiry skills as they verify accepted laws and solve both
assigned problems and those emerging from their investigations. Students will
also analyze the interrelationships between physics and technology, and
consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and
the environment. |
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT
PHYSICS |
SPH3U2 |
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Grade 11, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course develops students'
understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will 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 will develop
scientific-inquiry skills as they verify accepted laws and solve both
assigned problems and those emerging from their investigations. Students will
also analyze the interrelationships between physics and technology, and
consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and
the environment. |
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Biology |
SBI4U1 |
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Grade 12, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course provides students with the
opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and processes associated with
biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in
the areas of metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, evolution,
and population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on achievement of the
detailed knowledge and refined skills needed for further study in the various
branches of life sciences and related fields. |
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Biology Advanced
Placement |
SBI4U2 |
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Grade 12, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course provides students with the
opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and processes associated with
biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in
the areas of metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, evolution,
and population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on achievement of the
detailed knowledge and refined skills needed for further study in the various
branches of life sciences and related fields. |
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Chemistry |
SCH4U1 |
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Grade 12, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course enables students to deepen
their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry,
energy changes and rates of reaction, chemical equilibrium, atomic and
molecular structure, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop
problem-solving and laboratory skills as they investigate chemical processes,
at the same time refining their ability to communicate scientific
information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in daily
life, and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the environment. |
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Chemistry Advanced
Placement |
SCH4U2 |
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Grade 12, University
Preparation |
Credit |
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This course enables students to deepen
their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry,
energy changes and rates of reaction, chemical equilibrium, atomic and
molecular structure, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop
problem-solving and laboratory skills as they investigate chemical processes,
at the same time refining their ability to communicate scientific
information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in daily
life, and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the environment. |
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