Description:
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and procedures of accounting. Students will develop financial analysis and decision-making skills that will assist them in future studies and/or career opportunities in business. Students will acquire an understanding of accounting for a service and a merchandising business, computerized accounting, financial analysis, and ethics and current issues in accounting.
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of matter, energy, and the quantitative relationships in chemical systems. Students will explore the properties of solutions and gases, chemical reactions, and atomic and molecular structures. Emphasis is placed on the use of quantitative analysis and mathematical relationships to solve problems, and on the role of chemistry in daily life and technology. Students will also develop laboratory techniques, inquiry skills, and communication skills while investigating chemical concepts and processes.
Prerequisite:
Science, Grade 10, Academic (SNC2D)
Strands & Topics Covered:
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Matter, Chemical Trends, and Chemical Bonding – Periodic table, atomic structure, bonding theories, and molecular geometry.
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Chemical Reactions – Types of reactions, balancing equations, energy changes, and reaction applications.
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Quantities in Chemical Reactions – Mole concept, stoichiometry, limiting reagents, and percent yield.
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Solutions and Solubility – Properties of solutions, concentration, solubility curves, and qualitative/quantitative solution analysis.
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Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry – Gas laws, kinetic molecular theory, applications in real-world contexts, and environmental impact.
Course Format:
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A mix of theory, lab investigations, and problem-solving exercises.
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Strong focus on inquiry skills, safe lab practices, and scientific communication.
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Integration of real-world applications to connect chemistry with technology, health, and the environment.
Credit Value: 1.0
Type: University Preparation
Course Description:
This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore the laws of dynamics and energy transformations, the properties of mechanical waves and sound, and the behavior of electricity and magnetism. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of the relationships between physics and technology, and on the connections between scientific knowledge and society. Students will enhance their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by applying their knowledge of physics to both familiar and new situations. They will also refine their ability to communicate scientific information through discussions, written work, and lab reports.
Prerequisite:
Science, Grade 10, Academic (SNC2D)
Strands & Topics Covered:
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Kinematics – Motion in one and two dimensions, vectors, velocity, acceleration.
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Forces – Newton’s laws, friction, forces in two dimensions, applications of dynamics.
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Energy and Society – Work, energy transformations, power, efficiency, energy conservation.
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Waves and Sound – Properties of waves, sound transmission, resonance, and real-world applications.
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Electricity and Magnetism – Electric fields, current, potential difference, Ohm’s law, series and parallel circuits, electromagnetism.
Course Format:
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Strong focus on inquiry-based investigations, hands-on experiments, and the application of mathematical analysis.
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Students develop skills in data collection, interpretation, and communication of scientific findings.
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Real-world contexts and connections to modern technology are highlighted throughout the course.
Credit Value: 1.0
Type: University Preparation
Description:
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.
Prerequisite: Science, Grade 10, Academic
Description:
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will analyse challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, and cultures, as well as a range of informational and graphic texts, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using language with precision and clarity and incorporating stylistic devices appropriately and effectively. The course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 university or college preparation course.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic
Description:
This course introduces the mathematical concept of the function by extending students’ experiences with linear and quadratic relations. Students will investigate properties of discrete and continuous functions, including trigonometric and exponential functions; represent functions numerically, algebraically, and graphically; solve problems involving applications of functions; investigate inverse functions; and develop facility in determining equivalent algebraic expressions. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Prerequisite: Principles of Mathematics, Grade 10, Academic