Ministry of Education Expectations
Science, Grade 9
Applied SNC1P
This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science to everyday situations. They are also given opportunities to develop practical skills related to scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations into practical problems and issues related to the impact of human activity on ecosystems; the structure and properties of elements and compounds; space exploration and the components of the universe; and static and current electricity.
Prerequisite: None
Big Ideas
Biology
- Ecosystems consist of a variety of components, including, in many cases, humans.
- The sustainability of ecosystems depends on balanced interactions between their components.
- Human activity can affect the sustainability of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
Chemistry
- Elements and compounds have specific properties that determine their uses.
- The use of elements and compounds has both positive and negative effects on society and the environment.
Earth and Space Science
- Celestial objects in the solar system and universe have specific properties that can be investigated and understood.
- Technologies developed for space exploration have practical applications on Earth.
Physics
- Electricity is a form of energy produced from a variety of non-renewable and renewable sources.
- The production and consumption of electrical energy has social, economic, and environmental implications.
- Static and current electricity have distinct properties that determine how they are used.
Applied SNC1P
This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science to everyday situations. They are also given opportunities to develop practical skills related to scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations into practical problems and issues related to the impact of human activity on ecosystems; the structure and properties of elements and compounds; space exploration and the components of the universe; and static and current electricity.
Prerequisite: None
Big Ideas
Biology
- Ecosystems consist of a variety of components, including, in many cases, humans.
- The sustainability of ecosystems depends on balanced interactions between their components.
- Human activity can affect the sustainability of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
Chemistry
- Elements and compounds have specific properties that determine their uses.
- The use of elements and compounds has both positive and negative effects on society and the environment.
Earth and Space Science
- Celestial objects in the solar system and universe have specific properties that can be investigated and understood.
- Technologies developed for space exploration have practical applications on Earth.
Physics
- Electricity is a form of energy produced from a variety of non-renewable and renewable sources.
- The production and consumption of electrical energy has social, economic, and environmental implications.
- Static and current electricity have distinct properties that determine how they are used.