Havergal College Course Calendar, 2017-18 Academic Year

GRADE 11 SBI3U – Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation 1 CREDIT 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: SNC2D – Science, Grade 10, Academic SCH3U – Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation 1 CREDIT This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment. Prerequisite: SNC2D – Science, Grade 10, Academic SPH3U – Physics, Grade 11, University Preparation 1 CREDIT This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear motion; different kinds of forces; energy transformations; the properties of mechanical waves and sound; and electricity and magnetism. They will enhance their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics. In addition, they will analyse the interrelationships between physics and technology and consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment. Prerequisite: SNC2D – Science, Grade 10, Academic

GRADE 12 APBIO – Advanced Placement Biology Tutorial (non-credit course) The Advanced Placement biology course is a laboratory tutorial course offered once a week. Students wanting to write the AP Biology exam are encouraged to attend this tutorial session, which will include the completion of the inquiry based laboratory investigations that are part of the AP Biology curriculum. Students must be enrolled in SBI4U in order to take this course. The Advanced Placement biology tutorial is designed to be the equivalent of the lab tutorial portion of a college level introductory biology course. Students may take it after successfully completing SBI3U and SCH3U. It is highly recommended that students also be concurrently enrolled in SCH4U and be self-motivated, independent learners with a keen interest in the biological sciences. The Advanced Placement exam in May includes course content from SBI3U, SBI4U, and the 13 AP biology laboratory exercises. This is a non-credit course. Prerequisites: SBI3U – Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation and SCH3U – Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation Co-requisite: SBI4U Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation, Suggested co-requisite: SCH4U – Chemistry, Grade 12, University Preparation SBI4U – Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation 1 CREDIT This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and processes that occur in biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on the achievement of detailed knowledge and the refinement of skills needed for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields. Prerequisites: SBI3U – Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation

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