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                           Science

Science is a method of investigating nature, a way of knowing and discovering reliable knowledge about nature. At WISOC, students will be exposed to the concepts of science and nature, scientific thinking, and the advanced science and technology. Students will be trained to practice logical and scientific reasoning.

Credits: 5 each

Prerequisite: 50% or better in previous science level

Science 1

Knowledge of the diversity of organisms begins with careful observations. Students use their senses to investigate the diverse characteristics of a variety of local plants and animals. They observe appearances, behaviour, similarities, and differences, and classify the plants and animals accordingly. Through appropriate experimentation, students determine the needs of plants. By following collaboratively developed guidelines, they care for a plant or animal.

Science 2

Day, night, and seasonal changes affect human activity. Students are interested in and aware of the sun, moon, planets, stars, and other objects in the sky. Through demonstrations and models, they distinguish the unique features of the Earth and develop an awareness of how day, night, and the seasons are caused by the Earth's movement around the sun.

Science 3

People require an understanding of how their bodies work, how to protect themselves, and how to communicate effectively. Students examine the structure and function of the organs involved in hearing and speech. They identify what the organs require to work, investigate and explain ways to protect these organs from damage, and consider how technology has affected these organs. Students may construct models, create megaphones or telephones, or use sign language and speakers or other technologies to explore these organs and enhance their understanding of how to keep their bodies working properly.

Science 4

Awareness and understanding of electricity are fundamental to making wise energy choices. Students use a variety of materials and equipment to explore the concepts of static and current electrical charges, conductors, and insulators. Through constructing series and parallel circuits students begin to understand electrical circuits and their use. Through exploring the historical perspective of electrical usage, students further their understanding of its impact on society.

Science 5

Knowledge of the environmental impact of using various materials is relevant to our economy and our existence. Students study the various sources and uses of natural and synthetic materials to explore the building blocks of all matter. They examine and classify synthetic and natural materials found in their environment to make generalizations about their properties and usefulness. They compare the environmental impact of their use.

Science 6

Through observation and space exploration, people have collected data and made inferences about the characteristics of the planets in our solar system. By using models, pictures, and diagrams, students begin to explore the spatial relationships and primary features unique to each planet. They can then compare and contrast the conditions that support life on Earth with those conditions on other planets and our moon. They investigate relationships between the Earth, its moon, and the sun and relate them to the seasons, tides, eclipses, and phases of the moon, and discuss how they have affected humans throughout history.

Science 7

This course introduces students to a general understanding and fundamentals of the basics for living organisms dealing with energy, structure, function, systems, and interactions. Topics covered will include cells, heredity, evolution, classification, and 5 kingdoms of living organisms with the integration of environmental issues.

Science 8

This course introduces student to the basic understanding of the development, structure, composition, meteorology and oceanography of our planet Earth. Topics covered will be geology, the weathering, erosion, the atmosphere, oceanography, and the solar system.

Science 9

This course is the basic science that introduces students to the general understanding of the physical aspects of the environment, and how matters work and change. Topics will include scientific measurement, energy, chemistry, motion, electricity, magnetism, light, and sound.

Science 10

Science 10 is an integrated academic course that is necessary for the understanding and application of the fundamental concepts and skills common to Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It is the pre-requisite course leading to Biology 11, Chemistry11, and Physics 11.

Science 10 consists of three units of study: