Teacher(s)

Asher Weinerman (Learning Centre)

Prerequisite

None

Delivery

Students can take the course in the Learning Centre, which is an asynchronous learning environment with individual support.

Assessment

Unit Assignments and Unit Tests (take home and in-class supervised).

Description

Life Sciences 11 offers students an opportunity to learn that life is a result of interactions at the molecular and cellular level, evolution occurs at the population level, and organisms are grouped according to common characteristics.  This class provides authentic learning experiences as our students are not only given the opportunity to engage in hands-on experimental activities, but they are also given guidance on how to effectively communicate their findings to their peers and instructor.

The following concepts will be covered in the course:

• the genetic basis of evolution
• taxonomy and viruses
• the world of microbes
• fungi and aquatic plants
• terrestrial plants
• plant structure and function
• early invertebrates
• invertebrates with coeloms
• the chordates

To see how this course aligns with the revised BC curriculum, click on the following link: BC’s New Curriculum

Completion Opportunities

Students who complete this course may choose to carry on to Anatomy and Physiology 12 or they may decide to use this course credit as a prerequisite for post-secondary courses/programs in fields of study such as the trades and health sciences at Camosun College or the University of Victoria.  Check with the appropriate institution for specific pre-requisites.

How to Register

Students can register for this course online by clicking the link below or by calling (250) 360-4300:

https://ce.sd61.bc.ca/course-info/registration/