Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute
301 Charles St. E., Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 2P8 (519) 578-8330 http://chc.wrdsb.ca
Course Outline: Science, Grade 11 IB Biology, SBI 3UW
Semester: 1
Block: D/E
Room:
Teacher:
Teacher Contact Information:
email: wendy_shaw@wrdsb.on.ca
Course/Teacher Website:
Work in progress
Mrs. Shaw
F432
Course Description
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of Biology through the study of cells and cell processes, molecular
biology, genetics, ecology and evolution and biodiversity. Students will further develop their lab design and writing skills, to
prepare for the individual investigation that will occur in the Grade 12 portion of the IB Biology course.
Required Learning: Essential Ideas
To earn this credit, students must demonstrate learning of the following essential ideas:
Topic 1: Cell biology
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The evolution of multicellular organisms allowed cell specialization and cell replacement.
Topic 2: Molecular biology
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Living organisms control their composition by a complex web of chemical reactions.
Topic 3: Genetics
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Every living organism inherits a blueprint for life from its parents.
Topic 4: Ecology
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The continued survival of living organisms including humans depends on sustainable communities.
Topic 5: Evolution and biodiversity
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There is overwhelming evidence for the evolution of life on Earth.
More detail about the content of these topics is available on the IB Biology syllabus, available for students to use.
Evidence of Learning includes: (please note that labs may vary in content)
Cell biology quiz(s) and unit test
Molecular biology quiz(s) and unit test
Genetics quiz(s) and unit test
Ecology quiz(s) and unit test
Evolution and biodiversity quiz(s) and unit test
Osmosis and enzyme lab (conclusion and evaluation)
Enzyme lab (design)
Mesocosm lab (personal engagement and design)
Vitruvian man and osmosis lab (analysis)
Chi-square corn lab (conclusion and evaluation)
Assignments
Final Evaluation: Exam
SBI 3UW Course Outline
70%
of final mark
30% of final mark
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Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute
301 Charles St. E., Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 2P8 (519) 578-8330 http://chc.wrdsb.ca
Course Evaluation
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Throughout the course, teachers will gather evidence of student learning through observations, conversations, and studentproduced work.
Seventy percent (70%) of the final mark will come from term work, and thirty percent (30%) will come from final
evaluations. Report card grades will reflect the student’s most consistent level of achievement, with consideration given to
more recent evidence.
Learning Skills
The Learning Skills and Work Habits section of the provincial report card is an integral part of a student’s learning. Students
will be assessed in the following areas:
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Responsibility
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Independent Work
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Organization
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Initiative
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Collaboration
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Self-Regulation
The following scoring system is used for Learning Skills: E=Excellent; G=Good; S=Satisfactory; N=Needs Improvement
Course Materials
In order to be successful it is important to be organized and prepared for each class. You will be expected to have the following
items with you in class each day:
 Pens, pencils, ruler and calculator (cell phones and other electronic devices are not permitted)
 Binder with plenty of lined paper
 Biology Course Companion textbook, 2014 ed.
Labs and assignments are expected to be completed using a computer, and a working knowledge of software such as Word and
Excel is needed. Sometimes internet access is required and although students have access to computers at the school, these
resources are often limited.
Absences
Absences must be validated and missed work completed outside of class time. If you miss a unit test or major lab for a valid
reason, be prepared to complete it on the day you return. It is your responsibility to find out what you missed and catch up after
being absent. If you know ahead of time about an absence make arrangements beforehand!
Extra help is available– your teachers are pleased to assist you! The Science Office is Room F434; please make
arrangements with your subject teacher or visit tne peer tutoring in room A202 if extra help is needed.
For more information about the content of this course outline, please consult:
 Higher Level IB Biology syllabus (available in class and online)
 WRDSB’s Administrative Procedure 1660 (Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting)
 The appropriate CHCI teacher or administrator.
Signatures
Please share the information with your parents. Sign below indicating you have read and understood this course outline,
including the requirements for successful completion of this course.
Student
SBI 3UW Course Outline
Parent/Guardian
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