APPRENTICESHIP & WORKPLACE MATH 11
NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED. This is a self-paced course delivered via animated video series. This course is a part of the pathway designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics covered include: Measurement - SI and Imperial; Geometry - right triangles, scale, perspective; Numbers - personal budgets, compound interest, financial services, credit options, numerical reasoning puzzles and games; Algebra - formula manipulation, slope, proportional reasoning and unit analysis. Prerequisite: AW Math 10 or Foundations of Math or Pre-Calculus 10.
BIOLOGY 11
Biology 11 is a study of the relationships and differences among living creatures and the ways in which unity and diversity are used in the classification of organisms. Students study DNA, basic genetics, and the theory of evolution to understand the basis upon which the biological classification system is built.
BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 11
This computer course offers students the opportunity to improve computer skills and learn how programs are used in a business environment. Students will be introduced to the production of business documents and to desktop publishing, spreadsheets and databases.
CHEMISTRY 11
Chemistry 11 is an introductory course concerned with the description, classification, and theory of matter. It is also deals with the transformation of matter and the energy changes in those transformations. Students electing to take Chemistry 11 should have completed Principles of Math 10 or Applications of Math 10. It is recommended that they have taken, or be concurrently taking Principles of Math 11 or Applications of Math 11. A scientific calculator is required.
COMMUNICATIONS 11
Communications 11 best suits students who would find regular English 11 or 12 too difficult.. It is important to note, that Communications 12 does not qualify the student for entry to universities.
EARTH SCIENCE 11
Earth Science 11 examines our Solar System, the Rock Record, Earth's Crust and Weathering and Erosion. It is a good course as an introduction to Earth Science or for students that require a science 11 credit but do not want to pursue a career in the science field. Students are evaluated on 16 unit assignments, unit quizzes and four labs.
ENGLISH 11
Students will complete two novel studies, a Shakespeare section, a poetry section, a short story unit, and a writing skills unit. Students will also be required to write a mid-term and a final exam. It is assumed that students have mastered fundamental grammatical principles.
FAMILY STUDIES 11
This course introduces key issues facing teens such as adolescent mental and physical health, stress management and social needs. The emphasis is on personal life and family management.
FOOD STUDIES 11
Foods 11 focuses on planning and preparing nutritious foods for individuals, groups and families. Students also increase their knowledge of the nutritional, social and economic factors that affect food selection and preparation.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH 11
NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED. This is a self-paced course delivered via animated video series. This course is a part of the pathway designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus. Topics covered include: Measurement - proportional reasoning (rates, scale diagrams, scale factors); Geometry - properties of angles and triangles (proofs and problems), sine law and cosine law; Logical Reasoning - inductive and deductive reasoning, spatial reasoning puzzles and games; Statistics - normal distribution (standard deviation, z-scores), confidence intervals, confidence levels and margin of error; relations and functions, systems of linear inequalities in two variables, characteristics of quadratic functions. Prerequisite: Foundations of Math or Pre-Calculus 10.
FRENCH 11
Following completion of grade 10 French, the French 11 class is currently offered on a project base system. There are 12 units covering many aspects of the French language and culture. The work includes watching clips, listening to audio files, producing audio files, reading and writing.
GUITAR 11
Designed for students who have studied guitar before but need to review basic guitar technique. This is a continuation of the Guitar 8 course, with more emphasis on different styles of music, soloing, improvisation, theory and listening. It will focus on basic chord skills, strumming and finger-picking technique, note reading, and tabulature reading. A variety of musical styles will be studied including classical, latin, blues and rock as well as music from different cultures.
INDEPENDENT STUDIES 10, 11, 12 (IDS)
Independent Directed Studies allows students to initiate their own learning under teacher supervision. Student must be prepared to invest a minimum of 120 hours of learning & instructing time. IDS allows two options: 1. The student may complete the required curriculum and pursue current curriculum in more detail to receive course credit plus IDS credit 2. The student may focus on one or more of the learning outcomes of a course that has not already been taken. The student receives an IDS credit only. The course must be based on the learning outcomes of a Ministry-Authorized or Board Authority grade 10, 11, or 12 course. Please contact the EBUS Academic Advisor for eligibility. Prerequisite: None Credits: 1-4
ICT: MODULAR SURVEY 11
The prescribed learning outcomes for ICT 11 and 12 are grouped into four pathways; each pathway consists of eight modules. The four pathways are as follows: Applied Digital Communications; Digital Media Development; Computer Information Systems; Computer Programming. A Grade 11 course consists of four modules from the first level (Modules 1 to 4), while the Grade 12 course consists of four modules from the second level (Modules 5 to 8).
PHOTOGRAPHY 11
Recommended: Standard automatic digital or film cameras may be used for this course, though more advanced equipment such as digital or manual SLR cameras can also be used. This beginner’s course will enable students to gain the necessary skills to take clear, well-exposed, interesting photographs with a manual camera. There will be some written work related to well-known photographers.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11
This course continues to develop skills and build on concepts introduced in Grade 10. Students will be expected to complete a number of required assignments/projects in order to earn credit for this course.
PHYSICS 11
Physics 11 is a self-paced course that will provide students with the basic knowledge and skills needed for the study of Physics. There is no text book as the course material is all online except for a CD which contains videos. Student will examine how waves work, learn about optics with mirrors and lenses, as well as kinematics, the dynamics of motion and energy. Students should have a basic understanding of mathematics and be able to manipulate equations, create graphs and find their slope. The course assignments include activities, video assignments as well as unit exams.
PIANO 11
Description to come.
PRE-CALCULUS 11
NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED. This is a self-paced course delivered via animated video series. This course is a part of the pathway designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary studies in programs that do require the study of theoretical calculus. Topics covered include: Algebra and Number - absolute value, radicals and radical expressions, rational Expressions (permissible and non-permissible values, operations, simplify); Trigonometry - primary trigonometric ratios, sine law and cosine law; Relations and Functions - polynomial factoring, absolute value graphs, quadratic functions (standard form, general form, characteristics), quadratic equations, systems of linear–quadratic and quadratic-quadratic equations, linear and quadratic inequalities, arithmetic and geometric sequences and series, reciprocal linear and quadratic functions. Prerequisite: Foundations of Math or Pre-Calculus 10.
PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology 11BAA is intended to be both an academic and a practical course. The course is ideally suited to students who are planning on entering careers that deal with human behaviour.
SOCIAL STUDIES 11
Social Studies 11 takes as its theme the idea of responsible citizenship. Students enrolled in this course are expected to understand and analyze important events in the history of Canada during this century, to develop a knowledge of Canada’s system of government, and to examine Canada’s role in the world today. Social Studies 11 is a required course for all students. There is a provincial exam worth 20% of the student’s final mark in this course.
SPANISH 11
This class is a continuation of Introduction to Spanish 11. It deepens the knowledge of the Spanish language and culture through the use of video clips, dialogues, written exercises and the use of a text book. Online bilingual tools such as dictionaries, translators and spell check are used extensively. Main topics covered are; review of acquired knowledge, past tense, future tense, body parts, orders, prepositions of location, directions and common communicative phrases related to daily activities. Prerequisite: Spanish 10 or Intro Spanish 11 Credits: 4
Intro to SPANISH 11
Introductory Spanish 11 is a course specifically designed for students that have no previous knowledge of Spanish. The basic tools used in this class are a book, audio files, many video clips and written exercises. Many aspects of Spanish speaking cultures and its contribution to our society are covered in this class. Main topics covered are; greetings, present tense, basic descriptive words, question words, basic possessive words and common communicative phrases related to tourism. Credits: 4
STUDIO ARTS: DRAWING AND PAINTING 11
Students will study drawing and painting techniques, including the elements and principles of art and design, colour, and art history. Through flexible assignments, students are encouraged to expand their personal artistic styles and use a variety of art materials. Students considering enrolling should have credit for previous high school art and a passion for drawing.
STUDIO ARTS: FABRICS AND FIBRE 11
Students will address basic and advanced skill development, the use of variety of materials, the impact of historical and contemporary context, and the application of the elements and principles of design as related to fibre, fabric and textile design.