Science Department
Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School
Course Code:
Course Name:
Level:
SNC2P1
Science 10
Applied
Course Overview:
This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and
space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science in real-world situations. Students are given
opportunities to develop further practical skills in scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct
investigations into everyday problems and issues related to human cells and body systems; chemical reactions;
factors affecting climate change; and the interaction of light and matter.
Specific Strands of Study and Expectations include:
Unit 1: Chemistry: Chemical Reactions and their Practical Applications
Students will analyse how chemical reactions are used in common products and processes, and assess the safety and environmental hazards
associated with them. Students will also investigate the characteristics of simple chemical reactions and demonstrate an und erstanding of the
associated language and ways to represent them.
Unit 2: Biology: Tissues, Organs and Systems
Students will analyse some current technologies or substances that have an impact on human tissues, organs or systems, and evaluate their
effects on human health. Students will investigate cell division, cell specialization, and the organization of systems in animals, including
humans, using various laboratory techniques. Students will demonstrate and understanding of the hierarchical organization of cells, from
tissues to organs, to systems in animals, including humans
Unit 3: Earth and Space Science: Earth’s Dynamic Climate
Students will analyse the effects of human activity on climate change and the effects of climate change on living things and natural systems.
Students will also investigate and demonstrate an understanding of the various natural and human factors that have an impact on climate
change and global warming.
Unit 4: Physics: Light and Applications of Optics
Students will analyse how properties of light and colour are applied in technology and the impact of these technologies on society. Students
will investigate and demonstrate an understanding of the properties of light, particularly with respect to reflection and ref raction, and additive
and subtractive colour theory.
Efforts will be made to meet the individual learning needs of students in order to
ensure these expectations are being met .
Resources:
Course Breakdown
The course will use a variety of resources
including
video,
demonstrations,
Internet
applications and a variety of print sources. The
textbook Nelson Science Connections 10 may be
distributed to students. The text and all other
resources assigned to students are the
responsibility of the student. Any damage
incurred will result in payment for replacement.
Replacement cost for the text is $75.00.
Evaluation Structure:
Knowledge/Understanding
25%
Thinking/Investigation
35%
Communication
15%
Application
25%
The above is reflected both in the term work
(worth 70% of the final mark) and the
summative work (worth 30% of the final mark).
Summative work consists of the Final Exam
(15%) and a Culminating Activity (15%).
During this course, several different types
of evaluation will occur. Tests and quizzes
will be worth approximately 40% of the
term weighting. Labs, assignments,
notebook and reports will be worth
approximately 60% of the term weighting.
Evaluation Policy
Students will be assessed & evaluated according to the work produced & skills displayed. Methods of providing
feedback will include assessing work in process & evaluating completed assignments, tests, co-operative learning
activities, simulations and presentations. Peer & self-evaluations will also be utilized.
Student marks will be determined by evaluating process & product according to 4 categories & 4 levels. Please see the
chart below for specific skills and key words used to determine student competency in the different categories.
Level
Category
Knowledge/Understanding
Knowledge of facts & terms
Understanding of concepts & relationships
Thinking/Inquiry
Critical thinking skills
Creative thinking skills
Inquiry Skills
Communication
Communication of ideas and information
Use of symbols & visuals
Oral & written communication
Level 1:
50-59%
Level 2:
60-69%
Level 3:
70-79%
Level 4:
80-100%
-Limited
display of
knowledge,
skills and
ability to
apply
concepts
-Some
success in
displaying
knowledge,
skills and
application
of concepts
-Considerable
display of
knowledge
skills and
ability to apply
concepts
-Thorough
understanding
of concepts and
ability to
communicate,
think creatively
and apply
concepts
Application
Applications in familiar contexts
Transfer of concepts to new contexts
Making logical conclusions and predictions
Use of technology
Making connections
Feedback will also be provided for student learning skills. Skills like working independently, team work, organization,
work habits and homework, and initiative are assessed independently student achievement and will be conducted
through the use of a rubric indicating specific criteria to be achieved to receive each of the following letter grades:
E –Excellent
Other Evaluation Issues
G – Good
S – Satisfactory
N - Needs Improvement
LATE ASSIGNMENTS: For all assignments the teacher will establish the Primary Due Date and Closure Date. Assignments
submitted after the Primary Due Date will be accepted with a penalty of 10% until the Closure Date. After the Closure Date no
further assignments will be accepted and a mark of zero will be assessed. Repeated lateness in submissions indicates poor
organization skills and will result in parental contact and will be reflected in the learning skills section of the report card.
INCOMPLETE ASSSIGNMENTS: Assignments will be graded according to the extent with which they meet the criteria
established in the rubric or evaluation structure.
MISSED TESTS: Tests missed with a legitimate reason will be written on the day that the student returns from the absence.
Student eligibility to write the test will be at the discretion of the teacher in consultation with the department head. (See your
agenda for the details of the school policy).
CULMINATING ACTIVITIES: This activity will be done near the end of the semester and is worth 15% of the final mark.
PLAGIARISM: in any form reflects academic dishonesty and will result in a mark of zero for the assignment in question.