ST. THOMAS AQUINAS SECONDARY SCHOOL
25 Corporation Drive
Brampton ON, L6S 6A2
Phone: 905.791.1195
COURSE OUTLINE
Department Name:
Science
Course Name:
Course Code:
Grade 9 Applied Science
SNC1P1
Course Description:
Strands/ Units:
Catholic Graduate
Expectations:
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 the
properties of elements and compounds; space exploration and the
components of the universe; and static and current electricity.
 Physics: Electrical Applications
 Chemistry: Exploring Matter
 Biology: Sustainable Ecosystems
 Earth and Space Science: Space Exploration
This course helps students to meet the Ontario Catholic School
Graduate Expectations by examining, evaluating and applying
knowledge of interdependent systems (physical, political, ethical,
socio-economic and ecological) for the development of a just and
compassionate society.
Assessment and Evaluation:
Category Weightings
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking
Application
Communication
Weight
25%
35%
25%
15%
Final Summative
Assessments
Term Work
Culminating Performance Task
Exam
Grade
Distribution
70%
15%
15%