SES 4U1 Earth and Space Science
This course develops students’ understanding of Earth and its
place in the universe. Students will investigate the properties of and
forces in the universe and solar system and analyse techniques
scientists use to generate knowledge about them. Students will closely
examine the materials of Earth, its internal and surficial processes,
and its geological history, and will learn how Earth’s systems interact
and how they have changed over time. Throughout the course, students
will learn how these forces, processes, and materials affect their daily
lives. The course draws on biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
in its consideration of geological and astronomical processes that can
be observed directly or inferred from other evidence.
PREREQUISITE: SNC 2D1
SNC 4E1 Science
This course provides students with fundamental science knowledge
and workplace skills needed to prepare them for success beyond secondary
school. Students will explore hazards in the workplace, chemicals in
consumer products, disease and its prevention, electricity at home and
at work, and nutritional science. Emphasis is placed on current topics
in science and relevant, practical activities that develop students’
literacy and mathematical literacy skills and enhance their scientific
literacy.
PREREQUISITE: SNC 2L1 or SNC 2P1
SNC 4M1 Science
This course enables students, including those pursuing
post-secondary 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
medical technologies, pathogens and disease, nutritional science, public
health issues, and biotechnology. The course focuses on the theoretical
aspects of the topics under study and helps refine students’ scientific
investigation skills.
PREREQUISITE: SNC 2D1, SBI 3C1, SBI 3U1, SCH 3U1, SPH 3U1 or SVN 3M1
SVN 3E1 Environmental Science
This course provides students with the fundamental knowledge of
and skills relating to environmental science that will help them succeed
in work and life after secondary school. Students will explore a range
of topics, including the impact of human activities on the environment;
human health and the environment; energy conservation; resource science
and management; and safety and environmental responsibility in the
workplace. Emphasis is placed on relevant, practical applications and
current topics in environmental science, with attention to the
refinement of students’ literacy and mathematical literacy skills as
well as the development of their scientific and environmental literacy.
PREREQUISITE: SNC 1D1, SNC 1L1, SNC 1P1 or SNC 2L1
SVN 3M1 Environmental Science
This course provides students with the fundamental knowledge of
and skills relating to environmental science that will help them succeed
in life after secondary school. Students will explore a range of
topics, including the role of science in addressing contemporary
environmental challenges; the impact of the environment on human health;
sustainable agriculture and forestry; the reduction and management of
waste; and the conservation of energy. Students will increase their
scientific and environmental literacy and examine the interrelationships
between science, the environment, and society in a variety of areas.
PREREQUISITE: SNC 2D1 or SNC 2P1