Course Descriptions - 2010/2011
Accounting 11 (AC11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: Math 10
In Accounting 11 students will learn about the complete bookkeeping cycle. Many topics covered will include business transactions, trial balances, payroll and elementary financial statements.
Accounting 12 (AC12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Math 11, Accounting 11 or equivalent
Students taking Accounting 12 will continue the studies started in Account 11 with two major exceptions: the latter part of the course is project oriented and the student will be using a computerized accounting system to complete projects.
Biology 11 (BI11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Science 10, Math 10
In Biology 11, students will learn about diversity, ecology, biochemistry and evolution of plants, animals and microbes. May include practical laboratory work.
Biology 12 (BI12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Science 11, Math 10, Biology 11 preferred.
Students studying Biology 12 will expand the knowledge gained in Biology 11 to include human anatomy, physiology and metabolism. A detailed study of immunity, DNA, AIDS and homeostasis will be included. May include practical laboratory work.
Career and Personal Planning (Cappa 12 Adult)
Credits: 4
This course helps students prepare for life after High School. The Student Academic Plan is essential. Emphasis is on personal qualities and what is required to reach an occupational goal. Students may include work experience. Preparation for entering the job market and financial planning, is also included.
Chemistry 11 (CH11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Science 10, Math 10
In Chemistry 11 students will learn about atomic theory, classification of matter, the mole, chemical bonding and reactions, gas laws, the periodic table, introduction to nuclear chemistry and organic chemistry.
Chemistry 12 (CH12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Math 11, Chemistry 11
Chemistry 12 students will extend the knowledge gained in Chemistry 11 to study Reaction kinetics, energy changes and equilibrium during reactions, solubility, acid base equilibrium, oxidation-reduction reactions and electrochemistry.
Communications 11 (COM11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: English 12 or English 10 Modified
Students may take this course as an alternative to English 11. This course builds on practical reading and writing skills using Short Stories, Poetry and a novel study. A Grammar component is provided as well. This course is offered through Cool School, and ProActive.
Communications 12 (COM12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Communications 11 or English Language Arts 11
Students taking Communications 12 will use Cool School or ProActive. This course is designed to upgrade English skills and prepare the student for the Provincial Exam in Communications. Course work is divided into sections on language, prose, composition, poetry and novel study. The language section reviews grammar, mechanics and sentence structure. Students will be given a variety of opportunities to improve their writing and research skills and develop some technical and professional writing skills.
Comparative Civilizations 12 (CCN12)
Credits: 4
The study of ancient civilizations can seem remote, but much of what affects us in our everyday life is a product of our past. The primary focus of this course is to prepare students for future studies of the past and to focus their interest on history. This course studies the ancient civilizations of Europe, Middle East, Japan and South America.
Foundations English Language Arts; Level 1 & 2
Foundations Literacy 1/2 is a course designed to enable students to begin to develop the reading, writing and oral language skills that will enable them to function in society. This course will help students develop the skills they need to speak and listen effectively. It will introduce them to written English, Including the use of present, past and future tenses in complete sentences. The course will allow students to develop reading mastery of over 200 high frequency words, as well as teach them to read and recognise a range of phrases symbols and visual texts.
Foundations English Language Arts: Levels 3 & 4
Foundations Literacy 3/4 is a course designed to enable students to further develop the reading, writing and oral language skills that will enable them to function in society. This course will help students to develop the skills they need to speak and listen effectively, and engage in conversations. It will provide opportunities to practice written English, building paragraph-writing skills, and their application in a variety of texts e.g. letters, memoirs, and journals. The course will allow students to develop reading skills, through exposure to a variety of formal and informal texts e.g. web-pages, stories, and news articles.
English Language Arts 11 (En11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: English 10
English 11 students will be offered an opportunity to improve skills in the areas of poetry, short stories, composition and essay writing. An in-depth novel study and Shakespeare play will also form a significant portion of the curriculum. This course provides an excellent foundation for English Language Arts 12
English Language Arts 12 (En12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: English Language Arts 11.
The focus of this course is on technical writing, short prose, poetry, short fiction and novel studies. The final unit includes a choice of a Shakespearian play or a contemporary drama. The course work and tests are designed to complete provincial requirements for English 23 and to prepare the student for the Provincial Exam.
Equine Studies 10 (YAPPS10)
Credits: 4
Equine Studies 10 is an introductory course to horses and to the Equine Studies program. The students will gain general knowledge about horses and the horse industry, use correct terminology and knowledge of safety procedures. Previous horse experience is not necessary, but an avid interest in horses is a must. Equine Studies is fairly open-ended, so that it does not matter what equine discipline the student is interested in. Access to a computer will be beneficial.
Equine Studies 11 (YAPPS 11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: Equine Studies 10 or permission from the teacher. Equine Studies 11 expands the student’s knowledge about horses. The course covers such topics as: goals, careers, horse care, costs, conformation, physiology and psychology of the horse. Equine Studies is fairly open-ended, so that it does not matter what equine discipline the student is interested in. Access to a computer will be beneficial.
Equine Studies 12 (YAAPS12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: Equine Studies 11 or permission from the teacher.
Equine Studies 12 continues to advance the student’s knowledge in the equestrian world. The course covers such topics as: goals, horse health and training, discussions and reflections, student activities and focus area research project. Access to a computer will be beneficial.
Family Studies 10 (FM10)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: None
This course deals with a variety of topics related to the self and interpersonal relationships, including communication, wellness and safety in family and other relationships.
Family Studies 11 (FM11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Grade 10
This course deals with a variety of topics related to individual well being, the family, stages of human development, and the community. Values, needs, skills and creative use of resources are all covered.
Family Studies 12 (FM12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: enrolment in Grade 11 or 12.
This course concentrates on the family society, the needs and wants of a family, family resource management, relationships, and human growth and development.
Fine Arts & Crafts 11 (FNASK11)
(Keremeos)
Credits: 4 (2 credits Applied skills, 2 credits Fine Arts).
This course will cover a wide variety of sills, whereby one takes everyday materials and creates individualized works of art. This will foster creativity, develop skills, and have a positive impact on personal and career choices. Skills will include: A variety of different art techniques for students to explore. Eight Projects will be completed.
First Nations 12 (FNS 12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: SS 11 or special permission
Students will examine First nations’ relationships to the land, historical journeys (1700’s through the 1900’s), legacy of colonialism and cultural expression. There are many project-based activities in this course. This course ends with a provincial exam.
French
The Rosetta Stone is a computer based program for students who want to improve their basic understanding of the French Language. This program provides students with a variety of words and phrases used in everyday interactions. Students practice reading, writing and listening skills. Tests provide feedback. Two levels are offered.
French 8 – 12 (FR 8 – 12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: for some grades. (Offered through Open School Distributed Learning).
This course is a prerequisite at most universities and colleges. Students in French will learn to use a range of vocabulary and expressions in both speech and writing. See an instructor for more information about this course.
Geography 12 (GEO 12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Social Studies 11
This course approaches geography from the physical perspective and takes an integrated approach to systems. This is an in-depth study of weather, climate, tectonic and gradational processes management and sustainability of resources. There is a practical section that includes map reading and interpretation. A case study and field study must also be completed for the course. This course is interactive using a variety of resources including the internet and videos.
German
Basic and Intermediate Levels
The German course is offered at the Learning Centres for people who want to improve their German. No previous experience in German is needed, as the course is presented on the computer with the program Rosetta Stone. Students practice their listening, reading and writing skills. These programs consist of a series of practical lessons. Tests provide valuable feedback. This is a great course for people wanting to travel to German speaking countries.
Grad Transitions (GT)
Credits: 4
This compulsory course involves achievement in three areas: personal health, community connections and preparation for career and life.
Law 12 (Law 12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Social Studies 11 is recommended.
All students will be required to complete a section on the Foundations of Law. Of the other six topics available, students will choose three to fulfill requirements for Law 12. The other six topics are: Criminal Law, Torts, Contract Law, Family Law, Civil Law, On Your Own, and Current Issues. See an instructor for a complete outline of the course. You may be required to do a research project. Each section has a number of units with tests at the end of each unit. Cumulative tests are after each section. There is no final exam.
Management Innovations 12 (Mi 12)
Credits: 4
This course introduces the organization and management skills necessary to work effectively in a business environment. The course includes management styles and issues for a global economy as well as problem solving and decision making skills. The management of business resources is also emphasized.
Math Foundations, Level 1/2
Credits: 4
Students will cover addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, integers, decimals and fractions as well as percentages, and introduction to algebra, measurement, data analysis and applications. Completion of this course leads to
Math 9.
Math Foundations 3/4
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Math 8
Students will continue the study of rational numbers and number theory, with additional study in exponents, polynomials, data analysis, geometry and trigonometry. Completion of this course leads to Math 10 (a grade of C+ or better is recommended for Principles of Math 10
Math 10 – (EMA 10) Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 10
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Math 9
This is a non-academic course which focuses on life skills math. Topics include: wages, salaries and expenses, personal banking, consumer decisions, geometry and sampling and probability. Students enrolled in Essentials of Math 10 may write a government exam at the end of the course.
Math 10 – (MA10) Foundations and Pre-calculus Mathematics 10
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Math 9 (C+ or higher recommended)
In addition to the topics learned in the previous course, students will learn radicals, functions and relations, and graphing. They will also expand on this knowledge of trigonometry and solving unknowns in triangles. Completion of this course leads to Principles of Math 11 (a grade of c+ or better is recommended). Students enrolled in Principles of Math 10 may write a government exam at the end of the course.
Math 11 – Essentials (EMA11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Principles of Math 10, or Essentials of Math 10.
This is a non-academic course which focuses on life skills math. Topics include: income and debt, data analysis and interpretation, management technology, owning and operating a vehicle, personal income tax. This course is available on Nautikos and can be sued as a math graduation credit.
Math 11 – Principles (MA 11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Principles of Math 10 (a grade of C+ or better is recommended).
This demanding course is required for university entrance, and is also a prerequisite for Principles of Math 12. Topics include algebra, functions and relations, geometry and data analysis. This course is available on Nautikos. The use of a graphing calculator is optional but recommended.
Math 12 – Principles (MA12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Principles of Math 11 (a grade of C+ or better is recommended). This highly academic course is required by most universities and institutes of technology for any math or science field. Topics include trigonometry, geometry, exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomials, sequence and series. Use of a graphing calculator is part of the curriculum. Students enrolled in Math 12 must write a government exam at the end of the course. This course is available using local resources.
Physical Education 10 – 12 (PE 10-12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: None
These courses are designed to encourage students to participate regularly in activities they enjoy, try new things, assess how they are doing, and take responsibility for their own active lifestyle.
Physics 11 (PH11)
(Available Online)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Math 10, Science 10
Students in Physics 11 will study the wave nature of light and wave theory, motion in one dimension, electricity and nuclear energy. As physics is essentially a course on the mathematical aspects of nature, a strong mathematics background is essential.
Physics 12 (PH12)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Physics 11, Math 11
Students in Physics 12 will prepare for post secondary courses in physics. Topics in the course include vector kinematics and dynamics, mechanical energy and vector momentum, mechanical equilibrium, circular motion and gravitation, electrostatics, electric circuitry, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics. (Available from SCIDES).
Planning 10 (PLAN10)- Online
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: None
The aim of Planning 10 is to enable students to develop the skills they need to become self-directed individuals who set goals, make thoughtful decisions and take responsibility for pursuing their goals throughout life. This course may be taken on-line or in a paper-based format.
Psychology 11
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: None
Psychology 11 delves into developing an understanding of human psychological development, along with how our behaviour impacts upon others. This course is offered through ProActive.
Science 10 (SC10)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Science 9
This course is delivered from a ProActive platform and covers the following topics: Science and You, Harnessing Energy, Investigating Matter, Examining the Earth, Exploring the Basis of Life. Students enrolled in Science 10 explore several branches of science. Student must write a government exam at the completion of the course.
Socials Studies 10 (SS10)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites; Social Studies 9
This course explores the development of Canada in terms of confederation, the settlement of the West, the Gold Rush, the history of British Columbia and Canada’s economic activities. This course has many activities and is offered through Cool School, Nautikos, or ProActive.
Socials Studies 11 (SS11)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Social Studies 10
Students will study aspects of Canadian government, history and geography. The government section covers political systems, the Canadian parliamentary and electoral systems, and the Canadian constitution. Canadian influence, diversity and challenges make up the history section; the geography segment addresses the global environment in terms of social, human, environmental and economic perspective. This course may be offered using Cool School or a paper modified version in ProActive.
Introduction Spanish 11 (BSP11)
Basic and Intermediate Levels
The Spanish course is offered at the Learning Centres for people who want to improve their Spanish. No previous experience in Spanish is needed, as the course is presented on the computer with the program The Rosetta Stone. Students practice their listening, reading and writing skills. These programs consist of a series of practical lessons. Tests provide valuable feedback. This is a great course for people wanting to travel to Spanish speaking countries.
Work Experience 12 (WEX12)
Credits: 4
This course combines practical work experience with career exploration whereby students complete interest assessments along with resumes and cover letters.
Computer Courses
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Intro to Computers
Instructor Led:
An introduction to Computers and the Windows Operating System for Beginners.
Windows 7
Instructor Led:
An introduction to the Windows 7 Operating system – available later in the year.
Intro to Internet & Email (ICTC11)
Instructor Led:
Internet Explorer, Internet Based Email, Interesting Internet Sites and Internet Security
Intro to Digital Media (ICTM11)
Instructor led:
Digital Photography with Picasa, Windows Movie Maker and useful Internet Photo Websites.
Extending the Web – Internet Applications
Instructor Led:
Prerequistes: Internet/Email Course or equivalent skills
This course will introduce students to a number of FREE online software apps which extend the topics covered in the Internet/Email and Picasa course using Web 2.0. Students will focus on SumoPaint for a portion of the course which is a “Photoshop” like application which is both powerful and easy to use. Students will be exposed to Graphics Tablets as an alternative to using the mouse. We will also look at a number of other free internet based apps. Including Myna for creating soundtracks for your slideshows and movies, Skype and/or Google Talk for communications, Twitter and/or Facebook and Blogger for creating blogsites/websites.
Information Technology 10 (INT10)
This course will provide students with an exploration of Google Services and Apps focusing on three areas: DOCS, Internet/Email and Picasa. This course will be entirely delivered on-line.
Business Information Management (BIM 12) (Publisher 2007 or 2003)
Intro to Desktop Publishing – project based – Restaurant Menus, ads, CD Covers, Newsletters, Brochures, Business Station, Forms etc…
Word 2007 (ICTC11C)
Thorough introduction to Work processing – project based - includes mail merge, reference for longer documents, tables and graphics and much more
PowerPoint 2007 or 2003 (ICTM11)
Multimedia Presentation Software – Project Based including custom interactions, narrations, charts, graphics, outlines and advanced features – integration with other software.
Spreadsheets & Database (DM12)
In depth study of Spreadsheet and Database Software MS Excel and Access 2007/2203
Project based
Office 2007 (ICTC12)
In depth study of Office 2007
Project Based
Office 2007 is an amazing program which should not be overlooked! The upgrade from 2003 is really quite impressive!
Vector Illustration (ICTX11)
Two flavours: Adobe Illustrator or Corel Draw
Project based
A must for the computer graphics student! IN DEPTH
Industry Standard
Photoshop (ICTX12)
A full featured graphics program for the digital artist or photographer – Project based!
Industry Standard
Digital Painting (VAMT12B)
Painter IX or better using WACOM tablets
Project based simulate all sort of natural artist media – an absolute must for the future graphic artist!
Industry Standard
HTML & CSS for Web Designers (ICTP11A)
It is essential to learn the code behind web pages if you intend on being a competent web designer. This course will provide that background.
Web Design – Dreamweaver CS3 (ICTM111B)
This is the industry standard for web design and is feature packed. Project based
IN DEPTH & Technical
Industry Standard
Adobe Flash CS3 (ICTM12A)
Add Multimedia to your web sites with Flash. Flash is becoming more and more prevalent throughout the web and is certainly worth learning for the professional web designer.
Industry Standard
Digital Video (ICTM12B)
This course comes in two flavours. Adobe Premiere elements for the enthusiast or Premiere Pro for the aspiring professional. Students will complete a number of projects.
Professional Digital Video Effects (ICTM12C)
Adobe After Effects 7 or better. This is a professional program where you can do amazing things to your video. You will also be introduced to Particle Illusion 3.0 for particle effects.
IN DEPTH & technical
Programming L1 & L2 (ICTP11B & ICTP12)
Computer Programming using Visual Basic.
Requires a good solid grade 10 mathematical background.
L2 requires a solid foundation of L1 skills.
IN DEPTH
Intro to 3D Graphics (CG11B)
Introducing the virtual 3D world using Bryce 5.5 3D. This is a great program to learn the basics of creating 3D graphics and virtual worlds.
Sound Design for Video & Music (MCT 11 & 12)
This course allows students to compose and create their own music using REASON 4.0 – music production software and Adobe Audition 2.0 – multitrack recording and production software. Students must have some musical background and enrolment is LIMITED!
BCA 11
This is primarily a typing and basic Office survey course including Word Processing and Spreadsheets.
New This Fall! Certificate Programs
Accounting Certificate Program:
MS Word 2007, MS Publisher 2007, Accounting 11, Accounting 12, Data Management 12, Communications 12 or English 12
Web Design Certificate Program:
Adobe Flash, Computer Programming 11, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Communications 12 or English 12
Business Certificate Program:
Intro to Web Design, Advance Web Design, MS Word 2007, Ms Excel & Access 2007, MS Publisher 2007, Communications 12 or English 12
Digital Graphics Certificate Program:
Adobe Indesign CS, Bryce 3D, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Corel Painter/Wacom Tablet, Communications 12 or English 12
*NOTE: Some courses are only offered in selected locations. Please check with the school to find out about the latest course offerings.