Science 10 Course Outline
Canso Academy 2015-2016
Teacher: Mr. Dort
Email: brandon.dort@srsb.ca
Topics
Chapters
Unit 1: Weather Dynamics
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Observing weather quantitatively
Energy to power the water cycle
Connection between energy and weather
Evidence for heat and matter movement
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Accurate forecasting
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Unit 2: Chemical Reactions
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Periodic Table
Formula Writing
Reactions in nature
Rates of Reactions
Acids & Bases
3-4
Unit 3:Motion
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Velocity, acceleration
Graphing motion
Technological advancements in motion
5-6
Unit 4: Sustainability of Ecosystems
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What is sustainability, how do we fit in?
What factors affect sustainability of an
ecosystem?
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Extensions to the biosphere
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Science 10 is a course designed to engage students with a realistic approach to daily modern
science concepts. Emphasis will be placed on discovering, analyzing, interpreting and applying
the biological, physical, chemical and geological science to everyday life.
Evaluation:
Classroom/Lab work= 20%
Projects/Assignments=25%
Tests= 25%
Exam= 30%
It is very important that parent(s)/guardian(s) are kept informed about your courses and the
expectations placed on you by your teachers. Please take this course syllabus home and have it
signed.
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Assignments will be posted on gradebook when they are assigned and once each
assignment is corrected each mark will be put in accordingly.
Homework, tests, projects and assignments will be posted on Strait-Up along with
the course outline.
If a student passes work in late they will lose 10% of the value each day after the
due date.
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If absent it is the responsibility of the student to come and see me about what homework
or assignments may have been missed or check strait up.
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My room is always open for students who need any help.
Parent/Guardian: ______________________________________
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