At Liberty High School, our Science department offers a rigorous curriculum spanning biology, chemistry, physics, and earth sciences. Our courses, from foundational Grade 9 science to advanced Grade 12 subjects, are designed to deepen students’ understanding of scientific concepts and their real-world applications. We aim to foster analytical skills, encourage scientific inquiry, and prepare students for further education and careers in science-related fields.
Course: Grade 12 Physics
Code: SPH4C
Description: This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore these concepts with respect to motion; mechanical, electrical, electromagnetic, energy transformation, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; and the operation of commonly used tools and machines. They will develop their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics and solve both assigned problems and those emerging from their investigations. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Physics, Grade 11, University
Code: SPH3U
Description: This course develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear motion; different kinds of forces; energy transformations; the properties of mechanical waves and sound; and electricity and magnetism. They will enhance their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics. In addition, they will analyse the interrelationships between physics and technology, and consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Science, Grade 10, Academic
Code: SNC2D
Description: This course enables students to enhance their understanding of concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and of the interrelationships between science, technology, society, and the environment. Students are also given opportunities to further develop their scientific investigation skills. Students will plan and conduct investigations and develop their understanding of scientific theories related to the connections between cells and systems in animals and plants; chemical reactions, with a particular focus on acid/base reactions; forces that affect climate and climate change; and the interaction of light and matter.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Science, Grade 9, De-streamed
Code: SNC1W
Description: This course enables students to develop their understanding of concepts related to biology, chemistry, physics, and Earth and space science, and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment. Throughout the course, students will develop and refine their STEM skills as they use scientific research, scientific experimentation, and engineering design processes to investigate concepts and apply their knowledge in situations that are relevant to their lives and communities. Students will continue to develop transferable skills as they become scientifically literate global citizens.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Chemistry, Grade 12, University
Code: SCH4U
Description: This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry, energy changes and rates of reaction, chemical systems and equilibrium, electrochemistry, and atomic and molecular structure. Students will further develop problem-solving and laboratory skills as they investigate chemical processes, at the same time refining their ability to communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in daily life, and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the environment.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Chemistry, Grade 12, College
Code: SCH4C
Description: This course enables students to develop an understanding of chemistry through the study of matter and qualitative analysis, organic chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical calculations, and chemistry as it relates to the quality of the environment.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Chemistry, Grade 11
Code: SCH3U
Description: This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Biology, Grade 12
Code: SBI4U
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and processes associated with biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on achievement of the detailed knowledge and refinement of skills needed for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Biology, Grade 11
Code: SBI3U
Description: This course furthers students’ understanding of the processes that occur in biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biodiversity; evolution; genetic processes; the structure and function of animals; and the anatomy, growth, and function of plants. The course focuses on the theoretical aspects of the topics under study, and helps students refine skills related to scientific investigation.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Science Grade 11: Biology (College)
Code: SBI3C
Description: This course focuses on the processes that occur in biological systems. Students will learn concepts and theories as they conduct investigations in the areas of cellular biology, microbiology, genetics, the anatomy of mammals, and the structure of plants and their role in the natural environment. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of concepts, and on the skills needed for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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Course: Physics (University)
Code: SPH4U
Description: This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories. Students will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect motion, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.
Duration: Up to 6 months
Credits Earned: 1.0
Enrollment: TBA
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