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Course name: Science Course code: (SNC4M)

Grade: 12
Type: University/College Preparation
Course description: This resource enables Learners, including those pursuing postsecondary programs outside the sciences, to increase their understanding of science and contemporary social and environmental issues in health-related fields. Learners will explore a variety of medical technologies, pathogens and disease, nutritional science, public health issues, and biotechnology. This resource focuses on the theoretical aspects of the topics under study and helps refine Learners` scientific investigation skills.
Grade: 12
Type: University/College Preparation
Prerequisites: None
Course description: This resource enables Learners, including those pursuing postsecondary programs outside the sciences, to increase their understanding of science and contemporary social and environmental issues in health-related fields. Learners will explore a variety of medical technologies, pathogens and disease, nutritional science, public health issues, and biotechnology. This resource focuses on the theoretical aspects of the topics under study and helps refine Learners` scientific investigation skills.
announcement

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

For independent study, Learners may engage in active notebook reflection whenever prompted to participate in Discussions, Partner Activities, or Quizzes. No assignments can be submitted to TVO for grading or credit.

Educators may refer to the For Teachers page for extra information.

announcement

These learning resources support both Teacher led instruction and independent study.

For independent study, Learners may engage in active notebook reflection whenever prompted to participate in Discussions, Partner Activities, or Quizzes. No assignments can be submitted to TVO for grading or credit.

Educators may refer to the For Teachers page for extra information.

36 Lessons

9 Lessons

1.1   Intro to science

1.2   Bias and confounding

1.3   Vital signs

1.4   Spirometry

1.5   Medical imaging

1.6   Medical devices

1.7   Blood

1.8   Alternative therapies

1.9   Assisted reproductive technologies

9 Lessons

2.1   Microorganisms

2.2   Bacteria

2.3   Immune response

2.4   Bacteria microscope lab

2.5   Viruses and plasmodium

2.6   Treating disease

2.7   Preventing disease

2.8   Investigating anti-microbial agents

2.9   Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)

9 Lessons

3.1   Digestive system

3.2   Macromolecules and micronutrients

3.3   Enzymes

3.4   Titration

3.5   Emulsification

3.6   Energy content in food

3.7   Food additives

3.8   Food labels

3.9   Fad diets

5 Lessons

4.1   Public health in Canada

4.2   Researching public health

4.3   Assessing public health

4.4   Pandemics

4.5   The relationship between public health and mental health

4 Lessons

5.1   DNA, RNA, and proteins

5.2   Early biotechnology

5.3   Modern biotechnology

5.4   Ethics in biotechnology