SCIENCE 9

COURSE OUTLINE
Ms. Moore
2016-2017
TEXTBOOK:
B.C. Science 9, McGraw-Hill Ryerson
B.C. Science 10, McGraw-Hill Ryerson
Additional Resources:
www.bcscience.com
www.learnnowbc.com
SCIENCE 9 UNITS OF STUDY:
Processes of Science

demonstrate safe procedures

perform experiments using the scientific method
represent and interpret information in graphic form
demonstrate scientific literacy
demonstrate ethical, responsible, cooperative behaviour
describe the relationship between scientific principles and technology
demonstrate competence in the use of technologies specific to investigative
procedures and research

Life Sciences

cells are derived from cells

asexual reproduction: mitosis, different forms
sexual reproduction: meiosis, human sexual reproduction
compare sexual and asexual reproduction in terms of advantages and disadvantages

Physical Sciences
Physical Science: Atoms, Elements, and Compounds
use modern atomic theory to describe the structure and components of atoms and
molecules
use the periodic table to compare the characteristics and atomic structure of
elements
write and interpret chemical symbols of elements and formulae of ionic compounds

 write and interpret formulae of covalent compounds

Physical Science: Characteristics of Electricity
explain the production, transfer, and interaction of static electrical charges in various
materials
explain how electric current results from separation of charge and the movement of
electrons
current flow in a circuit: alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
compare series and parallel circuits involving varying resistances, voltages, and
currents
Ohms Law
relative dangers of current and voltage

Earth Sciences

effects of solar radiation

matter cycles: water, nitrogen, carbon, phosphorus
human impacts on sources and sinks
bioaccumulation and biomagnification
sustainability of systems
interconnectedness of systems

Materials needed every day:

Binder
Assigned textbook
Pen
Pencil
Eraser and ruler
Lined paper
Pencil crayons
EVALUATION:
Term 1 = 42.5%
Term 2 = 42.5%
Final Exam = 15%
-term 1 exam
-term 2 exam

Term Evaluation:
Assessments
Assignments
Lab Work

= 60%
= 20%
= 20%

I am available at most lunch times for extra help, extra time on

assignments or test rewrites. EXPECTATIONS
Property

*Ask permission to use things belonging to other people or the

school.
*Keep track of your work and belongings.

Self

*Do your best at all times.

*Maintain a positive attitude.
*Get help when you need it before major difficulties arise.

Others

*Respect other peoples right to learn.

*Use appropriate language and attitude.
*Listen to others questions and answers.

Responsibility

*Be on time, prepared to work every class.

*Keep up with your homework and study for tests.
*You are responsible for work missed due to absences.
*When there is a problem, deal with it right away.

CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
Absences and
Lates

Homework
and Tests
Incompletes

Banned
Substances

*Bring a dated note from home explaining any absence.

*Get homework ahead of time if you know youll be away.
*Make an appointment to complete a test missed for any excused
absence.
*If you are late, come in quietly & see me when Im able to talk to
you (after the lesson, notes, instructions, etc.).
*Time lost for chronic lateness/skipping will be made up at lunch.
*Homework is due at the beginning of each class.
*Late assignments will not be accepted after the chapter test
date.
*If you have less than 50% or are in danger of having less than
50% for the term, you will be expected to study for and write an
I-test or I-assignment for that term. Your I-test or Iassignment will be averaged with your term mark.
*Cell phones are to be used when permitted by the teacher.
*Personal music players (ipods, etc) are not allowed during
instruction time.
*Food and drink are permitted within reason. Water, in a sealed
container, is allowed at the desk. NO FOOD or DRINK during

LAB WORK.