SBI 3U
North Toronto Collegiate Institute
Grade 11 Biology
COURSE OF STUDY
2010/2011
Course Objectives:
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.
(- excerpted from the Ontario Curriculum, Science Grades 11 and 12, 2008)
Please refer to www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/2009science11_12.pdf for
a concise summary of the big ideas.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science (Academic) SNC 2D
Textbook:
B. Ritter, C. Adam-Carr and D. Fraser,
Nelson Biology 11 (Toronto: Nelson Thomson, 2002).
Replacement cost:
Unit Sequence
Diversity of Living Things – September/October
Evolution – November/December
Genetic Processes – January/February
Animals: Structure and Function – March/April
Plants: Anatomy, Growth and Function – May/June
Assessment and Evaluation
Every effort will be made to provide on-going formative assessment and feedback
throughout each unit. Marks will be based on a variety of evaluation techniques including
tests and quizzes, lab reports, written assignments, posters and field work.
There will be two formal reports (January and June) and two interim reports (November
and April) made during the year.
Report Card
Term Work
End of Unit Tasks
December Exam
Summative Mark –
including June Exam and
practical evaluation
January
35 %
35 %
30 %
June (Final Mark)
30 %
30 %
10 %
30 %
Expectations
A certain level of dedication and independence is expected of students in this university
preparation course.
 Readings will be assigned regularly. Students are expected to read actively, to
take notes and to bring questions to class.
 Stay on top of things! This course moves quickly. Don’t let yourself fall behind.
 All assigned work must be completed and submitted on time.
 Assignments and labs will not be accepted after they have been returned to the
class.
 All tests are compulsory and are included in your term mark. Severe illness is the
only legitimate reason for missing a test. It may not always be possible to write a
make-up test.
 If a test or lab date conflicts with an existing appointment, inform your teacher
before the test so that other arrangements may be made. If you do miss a test,
report to your teacher before school on the day you return to school.
 Remember that a note, including date and reason, validated by the VPO is
required for any absence. In addition, if a test was missed, an indication that a test
was missed is required on the note.
Office Hours:
Location:
If you need help, get it as soon as possible!
Don’t procrastinate.
Make an appointment with your teacher.