CURRICULUM GUIDE 2014
SCIENCE
ACADEMIC SCIENCE I
(SCI1A)
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. Prerequisite: None.
APPLIED SCIENCE I
(SCI1P)
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. Prerequisite: None.
ACADEMIC SCIENCE II
(SCI2A)
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 scientific investigation skills as well as their understanding of scientific
theories related to the connections between cells and systems in animals and plants; chemical reactions; forces that
affect climate and climate change; machinery and systems, and the interaction of light and matter. Prerequisite: 75%
or better in SCI1A
APPLIED SCIENCE II
(SCI2P)
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. Prerequisite: SCI1A or SCI1P
SCIENTIFIC SURVEY
(SCI3S)
This course enables students, including those pursuing postsecondary programs outside the sciences, to increase
their understanding of science and contemporary social and environmental issues in health-related fields. Students
will explore a variety of topics within the fields of biology, chemistry, healthcare, biotechnology, and space science
in order to better understand their direction to continue in the sciences at the Academy or at a post-secondary level.
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