Course Information & Graduation Requirements 2010-2011

• 2010/2011 Course Selection Form
• Graduation Requirements

• English
• Fine Arts
• French Immersion
• Language
• Mathematics
• Physical Education
• Practical & Applied Arts
• Science
• Social Science

SASKATCHEWAN GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of 24 credits are required to graduate, with at least five being at the 30 level. The 15 compulsory classes include English Language Arts A10, B10, 20, A30, and B30; Math 10 and another math at the 20 or 30 level; History 10, History 30 and another Social Science at the 20 or 30 level; Wellness 10; Science 10 and another science at the 20 or 30 level; & two of any Fine Arts and/or Practical and Applied Arts courses.

English Program

French Immersion Program

The number of credits that a student must earn in French in order to be granted an official bilingual designation by Saskatchewan Learning is 12.

The sequence of Immersion Courses required to obtain 12 credits include:

Note: Depending on course offerings French Immersion course offerings may alter from the list above. However, students will be provided with the necessary 12 French Immersion credits to obtain the Immersion status by the time they complete grade 12.

Course Descriptions

ENGLISH COURSES
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS A10
The literature component of the A10 course consists of two of three possible units dealing with the issues of what it means to be human. These units include Canadian Frontiers and Homeland, Challenges, and The Unknown. The course provides many opportunities for speaking, listening, reading and writing.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS B10
As well as focussing on reading, writing, listening and speaking, the B10 course contains two literature components. These units will be chosen from the following issues of contemporary society: Decisions, Environment and Technology, and Equality.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 20
English Language Arts 20 continues an integrated approach to the practices of reading, writing, speaking and listening. The themes which will be explored in literature include 2 units: Recollections - A Journey Back (the student of childhood) and Anticipation - On the Threshold, (a look at adult experiences).

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 30 (Two Credits)
Grade 12 English consists of two separate classes, English Language Arts A30 and English Language Arts B30, both of which integrate the study of literature with the development of composition, speaking and listening skills. The foundation of A30 is Canadian literature while B30 involves world literature. Prerequisite: English Language Arts 20.

Students may, in addition to English Language Arts 20, choose Creative Writing 20 or Media Studies 20 as an English elective in their grade 11 or 12 year.

CREATIVE WRITING 20
Students in this course will refine their writing skills and develop their creative writing abilities. A wide variety of forms will be explored including poems, plays, short stories, and will require the students to employ increasingly complex levels of thought and imagination. Prerequisite: ELA 20.

MEDIA STUDIES 20
This course provides students with better understanding of mass communication and popular culture. The impact of mass media on the individual and society will be explored through the study of television, popular novels, magazines, photography, radio, film and video. Prerequisite: ELA 20.

FINE ARTS COURSES

BAND 10, 20 and 30
Students will be marked on regular in-class performance, regular practice on assigned materials, performance in sectionals, and ensemble and solo preparation. Attendance at all performances is compulsory. Private practice is essential. Band members require a uniform. Care and maintenance of instruments will be the responsibility of the student. This class meets outside of the regular schedule.

CHOIR 10, 20 AND 30
One credit may be earned for each of these courses. Objectives for the course are related to performance, theory and musical literature. Participation at all performances is required. Students will be marked on the basis of vocal development, reading skills, performance and written work. This class meets outside of the regular schedule.

DRAMA 10
This course extends the general areas covered in Grade 9. It deals more specifically in the building of characters, improvisation, movement, effective use of the voice, some stage management, set design and scene work.

DRAMA 20
This class examines Readers Theatre, Video Production and scene work from one-act plays. Prerequisite: Drama 10.

DRAMA 30
This class will study theatre through the development of a one-act play. The students will read one act plays and investigate areas of theatre such a Set Design, Costume Design, Directing and Acting. All investigations will be done with the final goal the public performance of a one-act play. If time allows, other areas of study will include acting for television and stand-up comedy. Prerequisite: Drama 20.

JAZZ BAND 10, 20, 30
Jazz Ensemble groups focus on instrumental music in jazz styles and provide students with opportunities to begin or further their improvisation skills. Students playing trumpet, trombone, baritone, saxophone, clarinet, piano, bass, drums and guitar are encouraged to audition for the ensembles. Every effort will be made to accommodate all those interested with opportunities in the jazz genre including small group combos of varying instrumentation. This class meets outside of the regular schedule. There is also an audition required.

THEATRE ARTS 20
This course explores the technical side of theatre. The course will cover Set Design, stage lighting, stage properties, costumes, stage construction and stage management. The class is a combination of short assignments and lab time. The course will be conducted outside of the regular school day. Prerequisite: Drama 90 or permission from the teacher.

VISUAL ART 10
This course stresses self-enrichment, creative problem solving, and developing skills for enjoyment and art-related careers. A variety of media and techniques will be experienced using subjects such a people, cars, still-life, animals, buildings and landscapes. Cartooning and caricature, logo design, advertising techniques, graphic arts, fashion design, air brush, architecture and interior design, crafts, watercolour painting, wheel thrown pots and sculpture are some of the areas available.

VISUAL ART 20
A more individualized approach is used in this class, with students developing skills to a higher level and having more option suited to their own areas of interest. Self-enrichment and career preparation skills are both stressed. Prerequisite: Art 10 or permission of the instructor.

VISUAL ART 30
This is a more specialized and individualized course where students may select one or two areas of interest to focus on, or may work in a wide variety of media and techniques. Portfolios, career choices, display and marketing skills are emphasized. Self-motivation and creative thinking are stressed. Prerequisite: Art 20 or permission of the instructor.

VOCAL JAZZ 10, 20, 30
Central's Vocal Jazz course(s) focus on vocal music in jazz styles. Students will be admitted into the class upon approval of the director after an audition in the early fall semester. A commitment to attend regular rehearsals is essential. This course also has openings for a rhythm section: piano, guitar, bass, and drum set.

FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM

FRANÇAIS 20
Ce cours continue à développer les compétences langagières (l’écoute, la parole, l’écriture et la lecture) des élèves. On presénte parmi d’autres: le roman, les médias électroniques, la bande dessinée ou le photo-roman, et une révision détaillée des concepts grammaticaux de base. Préalable: Français 10

FRANÇAIS 30
Ce cours continue également à développer les compétences langagières (l’écoute, la parole, l’écriture et la lecture) des élèves. On présente parmi d’autres: le roman, la poésie, le théâtre, et un sommaire détaillé des concepts grammaticaux de base. Préalable: Français 20

FRANÇAIS INTÉGRÉ A20
L’accent est mis sur les capacitiés langagières: l’orale, l’écrit l’écoute, et la lecture. Essentiellement, le cours sera divisé en 2 grandes unités: la psychologie et le cinéma. On étudiera l’influence de la société dans les films ainsi que la psychologie humaine dans la littérature, la culture populaire et l’expérience personelle. On fera divers projets écrits et oraux afin de faire les liens entre le cours et les connaissances antérieures de l’élève. Le but de ce cours est de donner à l’élève l’occasion de pratiquer et d’améliorer sa production orale et écrite donc il y aura l’opportunité d’étudier la langue plus en détail. Préalable: Français 10.

Mieux-être 10

Le cours Mieux-être 10 intègre l’hygiène et l’éducation physique. Quelques sujets traités sont : la gestion du stress, les loisirs, la bonne alimentation, les relations, le VIH et le sida, les blessures liées à l’activité physique et le mieux-être local planétaire.

HISTOIRE 10
Le cours d'histoire aide les élèves à comprendre la structure et le fonctionnement des organisations sociales, politiques et économiques au sien de la société. Les élèves étudieront l'organisation politique de la France; la société britannique et la révolution industrielle; les principales idéologies politiques de l'Europe au XIX siecle; l'impact de l'impérialisme sur l'Europe. Préalable: Sciences Humaines 90.

HISTOIRE 20
Ce cours consiste de l’étude de l’histoire du 20e siècle, donc
l’élève sera initié aux sujets suivants: la Première Guerre mondiale, la Révolution russe, la Grande Crise des années 1930, la montée du totalitarisme, la Deuxiéme Guerre mondiale, le Holocauste, la décolonisation, la Guerre froide, et les enjeux mondiaux contemporains. Préalable: Histoire 10

MATHÉMATIQUES
Le programme de mathématiques intègre divers domaines dans chaque cours. Le cours Mathématiques 10 est un cours d'introduction et Mathématiques 20 est un cours plus avancé.

MATHÉMATIQUES 10
Les sujets à étudier incluent les équations et inéquations linéaires, les relations et fonctions linéaires, les droites et segments de droites, les angles et polygones, les habiletés algébriques et les mathématiques pour les consommateurs. Préalable: Mathématiques 90.

MATHÉMATIQUES 20
Ce cours sera pris également durant la 10e année et les sujets à étudier incluent: les nombres irrationnels, la factorisation des polynômes, les expressions rationnelles, les fonctions et équations quadratiques, la probabilité, les angles, polygones et cercles, et les mathématiques pour les consommateurs. Préalable: Mathématiques 10.

MATHÉMATIQUES A30
Dans le programme d'immersioncours de Mathématiques A30 est normalement pris dans le premier semestre du 11e année.Ce cours comprend l'étude des permutations et des combinaisons, l'analyse des données, les polynômes, les expressions rationnelles, les exposants et les radicaux, les relations et les fonctions, les systèmes d'équations linéaires et les angles et les polygones.
Préalable: Mathématiques 20.

SCIENCES SOCIALES 30
Ce cours consiste de l'étude des interactions des êtres-humains qui ont contribué au développement du Canada actuel. En outre, les sujets suivants seront abordés: le développement des relations française-anglaises de 1760 jusqu’au présent, le développement du gouvernement responsable, la confédération, la constitution, le developpement économique, les changements sociaux, les défis politques, la géographie, et les faits d’actualité.
Préalable: Histoire 10

PSYCHOLOGIE 30

Ce cours s’agit de l’étude de la psychologie du développement de l’individu au cours de sa vie. On étudiera le fonctionnement psychologique (cognitif et social) d’une personne durant les diverses stades de sa vie de l’enfance aux dernières années de la vie. En plus, les étudiants apprendront comment les études psychologiques sont menées et ils auront l’occasion d’en participer.

ART DRAMATIQUE 30

En plus d'être une excellente occasion d'améliorer les habiletés en communication orale, une expérience dramatique créée par les élèves sert de déclencheur à l'écriture. Tout en jouant son rôle, l'élève sera appelé à écrire une lettre, rédiger une liste ou présenter un rapport. L'enseignante ou l'enseignant lui demandera aussi de réfléchir par écrit sur l'expérience dramatique pour prendre conscience de ce qui s'est passé.

LANGUAGE COURSES

FRENCH 10
This course allows students to build upon those skills that were acquired in French 90. As in French 90, the goal of this course is to allow students to learn grammatical structures as well as vocabulary through an experiential approach to language acquisition. Students will use French in a practical and meaningful way in order to develop and strengthen their written and oral skills. Students are active participants in this course.
Prerequisite: French 90.

FRENCH 20
This course allows students to build upon those skills that were acquired in French 10. As in French 10, the goal of this course is to allow students to learn grammatical structures as well as vocabulary through an experiential approach to language acquisition. Students will use French in a practical and meaningful way in order to develop and strengthen their written and oral skills. Students are active participants in this course.
Prerequisite: French 10.

FRENCH 30
This course allows students to build upon those skills that were acquired in French 20. As in French 20, the goal of this course is to allow students to learn grammatical structures as well as vocabulary through an experiential approach to language acquisition. Students will use French in a practical and meaningful way in order to develop and strengthen their written and oral skills. Students are active participants in this course.
Prerequisite: French 20.

SPANISH 10

This course introduces students to the Spanish language as well as the Spanish and Latin cultures. Major emphasis is on developing listening and speaking skills. Students will have opportunities to develop their reading comprehension and writing skills as well. Students participate in a variety of exercises and activities to achieve language acquisition.

SPANISH 20

This course is a continuation of the Spanish studies from Spanish 10. Students are required to have successfully completed Spanish 10 before enrolling.

GERMAN 10

This is a beginning German course aimed at students who have no previous experience with the German language. Basic grammar and vocabulary will be learned through oral and written activities, as well as games and videos. Vocabulary will be covered on a wide variety of topics including school, food, leisure activities, travel, animals, and others. Emphasis is on spoken German; however students will learn how to write simple paragraphs using correct grammar and spelling. German culture will be explored through projects and pen pals in German speaking countries.

GERMAN 20

This course is a continuation of the Geman studies from German 10. Students are required to successfully complete German 10 before enrolling.

MATHEMATICS COURSES

CALCULUS 30
The study of calculus combines concepts learned in Algebra and Geometry-Trigonometry. It starts with simple concepts of slope and tangent, progressing to the concept of the derivatives as a limit. The derivative is used to solve various problems. Integration is introduced as a different way of calculating volumes. Calculus principles are applied to trigonometric functions. The prerequisites Math B30 and Math C30 should be completed. A high average in Math A30, Math B30 and Math C30 is recommended. With permission, a student may take Math C30 at the same time as Calculus 30.

AP CALCULUS 30
This course is a fast-paced college course that prepares students for success on the AP Calculus exam and college placement. Students who successfully complete this course and the corresponding examination may be eligible to receive credit for their first year calculus class at university. Prerequisite: Math C30 and permission of the teacher.

FOUNDATIONS MATH & PRE-CALCULUS 10
This is a new course for 2010 and is a component of what is know as "Pathways" of mathematics. Students who are considering post secondary education should study the foundations mathematics and pre-calculus pathways. The topics of study in this course include equations, relations and functions, trigonometry, and permutations. We recommend all grade 10 students take this course along with teh workplace and apprenticeship math 10. Also, students intending on taking Math 20 in their grade 10 year should take this course in the first semester. Prerequisite: Mathematics 90.

WORKPLACE & APPRENTICESHIP MATH 10
This is a new course for 2010 and is a component of what is know as "Pathways" of mathematics. Students who are considering trade or general workplace careers should study the workplace & apprenticeship math pathway The topics of study in this course include measurement, geometry, statistics, and probability. We recommend all grade 10 students take this course. Prerequisite: Mathematics 90.

MATHEMATICS 20
This course may be taken during the grade 10 year, and will extend study into the areas of irrational numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, quadratic functions and equations, probability, angles, polygons, circles and consumer mathematics. Prerequisite: Mathematics 10.

MATHEMATICS A30
This course may be taken in grade 11 and will extend study into permutation and combinations, data analysis, polynomials and rational expressions, exponents and radicals, relations and functions, systems of linear equations and angles and polygons. Prerequisite: Mathematics 20.

MATHEMATICS B30
For students strong in mathematics and wanting to take Mathematics C30 and Calculus 30, this course must be taken in grade 11 or 12. Course content includes probability, data analysis, matrices, complex numbers, quadratic equations, polynomial functions and exponential and logarithmic functions. Prerequisite: Mathematics A30.

MATHEMATICS C30
This course will be taken in grade 12. The topics of study include mathematical roofs, conic sections, circular functions, applications of trigonometry, trigonometric identities and trigonometric equations. With permission a student may take Math C30 with Math B30 or with Calculus 30.

MODIFIED MATHEMATICS 11
This grade 10 level class is designed to help students make the transition from arithmetic to algebraic skills. The topics include exponents, polynomials, linear equations, linear functions, angles and polygons. This course will also offer a section on consumer mathematics. This course is designed for students who lack skills to proceed directly into mathematics 10. The prerequisite is mathematics 90. Parent and Teacher permission is required.

MODIFIED MATHEMATICS 21
This is a grade 11 course to help students who lack skills to proceed directly into Math 20. The course is designed to give students an opportunity to study consumer mathematics and at the same time continue to develop algebraic skills. Topics in the algebra area include irrational numbers, ratio and proportion, geometry, radius of a circle tangents, and factoring. Consumer math topics include banking, (credit cards, loans and service charges), budgeting, investment alternatives, property taxes and income taxes.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSES

WELLNESS 10
This is a compulsory course where the aims are life long participation and increasing life enhancing healthy behaviors. This course is a combination of Health and Physical Education. The required classroom component of this course focuses on total wellness of the mind, body, spirit and environment, physical fitness, nutrition, spirit and environment, stress management, and HIV/AIDS awareness. The course also focuses physical fitness and a variety of skill development activities including recreational team/individual sports. This curriculum also includes a community volunteer component.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 20
This class meets every day for a semester and it gives students the opportunity to learn more about an activity (individual and group) by studying it in greater depth. Most activities take place off campus at locations throughout the city. There may be a fee charged to participants depending upon activities offered. This is to help rental costs of various facilities. Transportation to each site is the responsibility of individual students. Some of the activities include tennis, golf, canoeing, curling, physiology, 5-pin bowling, archery and swimming.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 30
This course gives students a further opportunity to continue their interest in the field of physical education. For this class, preference will be given to grade 12 students. A fee is charged to help offset the cost of outside instructors and/or facilities. The course includes such activities as curling, golf, archery, bowling, racquetball, weight training, stroke improvement, scuba diving, tennis board and table games, dance, billiards, and canoeing. Be prepared to participate in some activities which begin at 7:00 a.m. All students are to exhibit regular attendance at these classes as well. Students are required to supply their own transportation to and from various sites in the community.

FEMALE PHYSICAL EDUCATION 20
This class is designed for females who are interested in taking Physical Education and are specifically looking for an all female learning environment. There will be a focus on life long participation by experiencing a variety of new activities, be developing individual fitness and weight training programs, and by touring various facilities and participating in activities that promote fitness and Wellness. This class will have an off-campus and Outdoor Education component to it which will concentrate on developing social skills in a unique and experiential learning environment. This course will have a fee charged to help offset the cost of instructors/facilities.

FEMALE PHYSICAL EDUCATION 30
This course provides female students an opportunity to further their interest in the field of Physical Education in an all female learning environment. The focus will again be on life long participation by experiencing a variety of activities. A fee will be charged to help offset the cost of instructors and /or facilities. This curriculum has a volunteer community component.

PRACTICAL AND APPLIED ARTS COURSES

ACCOUNTING 10
This class provides an introduction to accounting. Basic principles are established and the Accounting Cycle is set up for service-based businesses. The student learns how to make up a balance sheet, ledger and journal and how to close the books.

IT ESSENTIALS 20 (CISCO® Computer Networking)

IT Essentials 20: PC Hardware and Software, introduces students to information technology and data communications. This hands-on, lab-oriented course stresses laboratory safety and working effectively in a group environment. Students will learn how to build a computer and install different versions of the Windows operating system. This course will help prepare students for exciting career opportunities in computer technology.

CLOTHING/FOOD STUDIES 10
This course includes almost 50 hours each of foods and clothing. For the unit on clothing, students must supply the necessary materials to complete a sewing project. During food studies students are certified in food handling and learn basic food preparation techniques.
Note: Students who register in this course cannot take Food Studies 10 or Clothing, Textiles and Fashion 10.

CLOTHING, TEXTILES AND FASHION 10
Topics include intermediate sewing skills, design fundamentals, and the science of textiles. Students must supply the materials necessary for sewing projects.

CLOTHING, TEXTILES AND FASHION 30
Topics include advanced sewing techniques, the history of fashion, the fashion industry and making a pattern using computer software. Students must supply materials necessary for sewing projects.

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN 10
The course introduces students to computer assisted drafting. Elements of orthographics, isometrics and oblique projections are the core components of the class. As well, students will complete a major project in design.

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN 20

Computer Aided Drafting is the tool used for the majority of this course. Students will progress through sectional, piping, and architectural drawings. Also included is the development of floor plans as well as scale model presentations. Design projects will conclude the course.
Prerequisite: CAD 10

ELECTRONICS 10

The course is designed to develop a basic understanding of electrical and electronic theory and its applications. The course covers the following core topics: Atomic theory ,OHMS Law, Circuits, AC vs DC Current, Residential Wiring, Electrical omponents, and Soldering. The students will be required to complete two soldered electronic projects. There is a lab fee for the course. Prerequisite: Science 90

FOOD STUDIES 10
The focus is on cooking basics and the preparation of foods from three food groups. This course includes certification in food handling and an independent international foods project.

FOOD STUDIES 30
This course emphasizes nutrition, food preparation techniques and current issues in food production and processing.

INDUSTRIAL ARTS 10
This course begins with a drafting segment which deals with isometric projections. The second component is student mastery of safe use of all major saws. The final section of work is a project chosen from five teacher-approved options.

INDUSTRIAL ARTS 20
This course will include sectional drafting, a brief review of wood joinery, a detailed study of shop safety, and a hands-on major project.
Prerequisite: Industrial Arts 10.

INDUSTRIAL ARTS 30
Course components include architectural drafting and a project on cabinetry, with doors and drawers being the main focus.
Prerequisite: Industrial Arts 20.

**NOTE: THERE IS A COST INVOLVED FOR ALL INDUSTRIAL ARTS’ CLASSES.**

INTERIOR DESIGN 30
Topics include design fundamentals, reading floor plans, and a study of window treatments, wall coverings, flooring, furniture and accessories. This course includes a hands-on redecorating project and culminates with an extensive design project which integrates the semester’s work.

CAREER & WORK EXPLORATION 10 (CWEX 10)

This 100-hour, one-credit course may consist of 60 hours of classroom learning and 40 hours of workplace learning. It offers students an opportunity to access career development information in school and in the workplace. Students are introduced to career development. They participate in a variety of self-awareness activities and instruments and gain valuable experiences both in and out of the classroom. Career awareness is the primary career development focus of this course.

CAREER & WORK EXPLORATION 20 (CWEX 20)

This 100-hour, one-credit course may consist of 40 hours of classroom learning and 60 hours of workplace learning. It offers students an opportunity to access career development information in school and in the workplace. Students are introduced to career development. They participate in a variety of self-awareness activities and instruments and gain valuable experiences both in and out of the classroom. Career awareness is the primary career development focus of this course.

CAREER & WORK EXPLORATION 30 (CWEX 30)

This 100-hour, one-credit course consists of 25 hours of classroom learning and 75 hours of workplace learning. It provides students with an opportunity to explore career development as well as do some career planning. The career planning process is facilitated by a wide range of interactive activities and work experience components. The focus in Career and Work Exploration 20 is on the exploration stage of the career development continuum.

VIDEO PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY 10

The Communication Production Technology 10 is designed to provide opportunities for students to acquire and develop knowledge, skills, and abilities in audio, video, and multimedia production technologies. Students will design, film, and produce a video project.

VIDEO PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY 20

This class is an extension of the Communication Producation Technology 10 course.The Communication Production Technology 20 is designed to provide opportunities for students to acquire and develop knowledge, skills, and abilities in audio, video, and multimedia production technologies. Students will design, film, and produce a video project.

SCIENCE COURSES

COMPUTER SCIENCE 20
This course provides an introduction to advanced use of computer technology. This includes the study of computer hardware, software, and industry. A large component of the course is computer programming. The computer language utilized is Microsoft Visual Basic. Evaluation is based upon programs, tests, and assignments.

COMPUTER SCIENCE 30
Based on Computer science 20, this course continues the study of computer technology. Programming concepts are revisited and extended through the learning of a new language PHP and MySQL. Other topics studied include the impact of technology on society, applications of computer technology, and the creation of multimedia such as computer animation and web pages. Evaluation is based on programs, tests, and assignments. Prerequisite: Computer Science 20.

BIOLOGY 20
This course is a basic introduction to ecology, ecological concepts and taxonomy. This deals with the diversity of life and inter-relationship of all organisms, nature of scientific inquiry, and limitations of science in dealing with the living world.
Prerequisite: Science 10.

BIOLOGY 30
This course offers a basic introduction to the anatomy and physiology of cells, genetics, evolution and animal systems. The biological basis of problems in medicine, public health, agriculture and conservation and biotechnology are studied. Course provides a basic understanding of biological concepts, evolution, development, and inheritance.
Prerequisite: Science 10.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY 30
This course is a fast-paced college course that prepares students for success on the AP Biology exam and college placement. Topics include in-depth study of biochemistry, cell biology, cellular energy, genetics, DNA & protein synthesis, classification and taxonomy, structure & functions of plants and animals, human systems, evolution, and ecology. Students who successfully complete this course and the corresponding examination may be eligible to receive credit for their first year biology class at university. Prerequisite: Biology 20
**Please note that enrolment in this class is limited to 20 students. Students’ grades in Biology 20 will be used as the determining factor should it be necessary to determine eligibility.

BIOLOGY RESOURCE MANAGMENT 20

This course is formally referred to as biology resource management. This course immerses students into scientific thought and problem solving, using modern case examples to meet learner outcomes and indicators. Through group work in the problem based learning model, students, will be introduced to areas such as ecology, physiology, biotechnology, scientific research, environment, and conservation. In this course, students gain skills to enable them to successfully transition from high school to post-secondary education. This class inspires curiosity and supports student development in sciences.

CHEMISTRY 20
The Chemistry 20 course is based on seven core units: introduction to chemistry, laboratory activities, independent research, atoms and elements, chemical reactions and molecules, the mole concept and stoichiometry. Students will develop basic chemistry concepts and mathematical calculations related to chemistry. The skills of research and experimentation are developed through independent research and laboratory activities. Prerequisite: Science 10 and Mathematics 10.

CHEMISTRY 30
This course is based on nine core units: Review of Basic Principles, Laboratory Activities, Independent Research, Solubility and Solutions, Energy Changes in Chemical Reactions, Reaction Kinetics, Equilibrium, Acid-Base Equilibria and Oxidation Reduction. Prerequisite: Chemistry 20.

PHYSICS 20
This class involves an intensive study of Sound, Light, Properties of Light, Colour, Waves and Lasers. Prerequisites: Science 10

PHYSICS 30
Students in this class study Kinematics (motion), Dynamics (cause of motion), Radiation and Nuclear Energy. Prerequisites: Physics 20 or Mathematics A30.

SCIENCE 10
The course covers the following topics: chemical reactions; weather dynamics; sustainability of ecosystems, and physics of motion.
Prerequisite: Science 90

SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSES

GEOGRAPHY 20
This course will focus on topics in physical geography such as weather, land forms and mapping skills. Canadian geography will also be a focus for this course.

GEOGRAPHY 30
This course will focus more on human geography and its related issues such as population, environmental issues and economics. International and regional studies of South America, Africa and the Middle east will be the focus for this course.

HISTORY 20
This course deals with twentieth century world history. Among the topics studied are the causes of World War I, the horrors of World War I, post-war treaties and attitudes, Germany in the 1920s and 1930s, World War II, and the Holocaust. Prerequisite: History 10.

HISTORY 30
History 30 examines the following topics in Canadian history: development of French-English relations from 1760 to present; development of responsible government; confederation; the constitution; the Red River Resistance, the Treaty Years, and the Northwest Rebellion; Contemporary First Nations issues; and the Great Depression. The emphasis in this course is on the development of critical thinking skills through reading, discussion and writing. A major research paper is required in this course. Prerequisite: History 10.

LAW 30
This course focuses on the law, not becoming a lawyer. The topics covered include; the History of Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law, Powers of Police, Trial Procedures, Drug Law, Impaired Driving, Drug Recognition, and the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

PSYCHOLOGY 20
Psychology 20 examines the social behaviour of individuals as they interact individually, in small groups, in families, and society in general. Some of the specific areas of study include self-esteem, teen concerns, abnormal behaviour and problems in society.

PSYCHOLOGY 30
This course of study examines the development of an individual from the beginning of life through to the end of life. Some of the specific areas of study include birthing, parenting and teenage sexuality.