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GRADE 11
SBI3U – Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation 1 CREDIT
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.
Prerequisite: SNC2D – Science, Grade 10, Academic
SCH3U – Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation 1 CREDIT
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.
Prerequisite: SNC2D – Science, Grade 10, Academic
SPH3U – Physics, Grade 11, University Preparation 1 CREDIT
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.
Prerequisite: SNC2D – Science, Grade 10, Academic
GRADE 12
APBIO – Advanced Placement Biology Tutorial (non-credit course)
The Advanced Placement biology course is a laboratory tutorial course offered once a week.
Students wanting to write the AP Biology exam are encouraged to attend this tutorial session, which
will include the completion of the inquiry based laboratory investigations that are part of the AP
Biology curriculum. Students must be enrolled in SBI4U in order to take this course. The Advanced
Placement biology tutorial is designed to be the equivalent of the lab tutorial portion of a college level
introductory biology course. Students may take it after successfully completing SBI3U and SCH3U. It
is highly recommended that students also be concurrently enrolled in SCH4U and be self-motivated,
independent learners with a keen interest in the biological sciences. The Advanced Placement exam in
May includes course content from SBI3U, SBI4U, and the 13 AP biology laboratory exercises. This is a
non-credit course.
Prerequisites: SBI3U – Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation and SCH3U – Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation
Co-requisite: SBI4U Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation,
Suggested co-requisite: SCH4U – Chemistry, Grade 12, University Preparation