St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
3801 Thomas Street
Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 7G2
(905) 285-0050
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into
the
Dufferin-Peel community to realize the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest
extent possible as we all journey from the early years to vocation.
COURSE OUTLINE
Department:
Course:
Course Code:
Technological Studies
Green Industries – Grade 12
THJ4M
Course Description:
This course focuses on more complex concepts and skills related to the green industries. Students will focus on
developing process skills, design and management techniques, and ways of enhancing environmental
sustainability. They will also examine social and economic issues related to the green industries, learn about safe
and healthy working practices, study industry standards and codes, and explore career opportunities. The
knowledge and skills acquired in this course will prepare students for more specialized studies at the college and
university level.
This course helps students to meet the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations by developing one's Godgiven potential and makes a meaningful contribution to society and by exercising Christian leadership in the
achievement of individual and group goals.
Strand & Unit Title:
Food Security - Aquaponics
Design for Healing - Methodology
Principles & Elements of Design for
sustainable built exterior
environments
Drawing Types: preparation of a
Drawing Package for presentation
to a Client.
Starting a Design/Build Company requirements (Pros & Cons)
Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
CGE1j Recognizes that "sin, human weakness, conflict and forgiveness
are part of the human journey" and that the cross, the ultimate sign of
forgiveness is at the heart of redemption. (Witnesses to Faith)
CGE1h Respects the faith traditions, world religions and the lifejourneys of all people of good will
CGE1i Integrates faith with life
CGE2b Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively
CGE2c Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with
sensitivity to others
CGE3a Recognizes there is more grace in our world than sin and that
hope is essential in facing all challenges
CGE3b Creates, adapts, evaluates new ideas in light of the common
good
Assessment and Evaluation:
Category Weightings
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking
Application
Communication
Weight
25%
25%
25%
25%
Final Summative
Assessments
Term Work
Course Culminating
Exam
Overall Weighting
70%
15%
15%
Learning Skills and Work Habits will also be assessed and reported on. For more information please refer to Growing Success pg. 11.
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/policyfunding/growsuccess.pdf