S1 SCIENCE OUTLINE February 2006 SCIR1F

UNIT 1 The Power of Reproduction

The Cell Cycle and Asexual Reproduction

Sexual Reproduction and Variation

Understanding Human Development

DNA and Reproductive Technologies

Mr. Clasper Rm. 15 & Mr. Lloyd Rm. 17

UNIT 2 Atoms and Elements

Properties and Changes

Meet the Elements

Models of Atomic Structures

Chemical Bonding

Ms Davidson Rm. 4 & Mr. Romu Rm. 11

UNIT 3 Characteristics of Electricity

Static Electricity

Electricity on the Move

Practical Electricity

Electricity and the Environment

Ms Davidson Rm. 4 & Mr. Romu Rm. 11

UNIT 4 Exploration of the Universe

The Changing View from Earth

The Lives of Stars

Exploring the Cosmos

Earth and Space

Mr. Clasper Rm. 15 & Mr. Lloyd Rm. 17

Course evaluation:

The final mark for this course has two components

1) Term Mark: 70% and 2) Final Exam: 30%

The term marks are based on unit tests, class work, assignments and labs. Regular attendance is important. Missed unit tests and in class assignments can only be made up for if the student can provide a note from their parent or guardian. Make your best effort to complete assigned work to the best of your ability and hand it in on time. Late labs and other late assignments may have marks deducted from them.

It is expected that students will arrive on time with all necessary supplies.

Rotations and Topic Changes:

1. Change topic Tuesday March 13 (Test on Mon. Mar.12)

2. Rotate teachers and change topic Wednesday April 12 (Test on Tues. Apr. 11)

3. Change topic Friday May 19 (Test Thur.May18)

Course review for exam: Tuesday June 13 to Friday June 16