This course exposes students to the major topics found in the field of psychology. Students explore the scientific methods upon which psychology is based. It…
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Staff at Westgate strive to provide students with an excellent education, and we wish for students to develop academically, spritually, physically and emotionally during their time with us. We encourage students to be involed in our co-curricular programs and to take classes in a wide range of subject areas. Grade 9 and 10 students must select 10 credits. Grade 11 students are expected to take a minimum of nine credits per year and Grade 12 students a minimum of eight credits.
40S Physics
Topics include mechanics, fields, electricity, and modern physics.
Prerequisite: Minimum of 60% in Physics 30S40S Chemistry
Topics include atomic theory, kinetics, equilibria, acids and bases, solubility, and redox.
Prerequisite: Minimum of 60% in Chemistry 30S40S Biology
Topics studied include: Genetics, DNA structure, function and technologies, evolution, zoology and botany.
Prerequisite: Science 20F30S Physics
Topics include the nature of physics, mechanics, fields, waves and radiation. An emphasis is placed on advanced problem solving and engineering.
Prerequisite: Students need at least 60% in the grade 10 Physics unit or special permission to register for this class. Corequisite: Pre-Calculus Mathematics 30S30S Current Topics in Science
Current Topics in Science is a unique alternative to the three classic sciences offered in high school. Instead of examining several topics within a specific…
30S Chemistry
Topics include atomic theory, physical properties of matter, chemical reactions, gases and organic chemistry.
Prerequisite: Students need at least 60% in the grade 10 Chemistry unit or special permission to register for this class.30S Biology
This course involves the study of human body structures and functions. Topics studied include biochemistry, cell biology, and many systems within the human body.
Prerequisite: Students need at least 60% in the grade 10 Biology unit or special permission to register for this class.20F Science
The Grade 10 course offers students topics in chemistry, physics and biology. Students have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in these areas, and to…
10F Science
The junior high science program works at attaining basic knowledge and attitudes needed to function in today’s scientific and technological world and also at developing…
8 Science
The junior high science program works at attaining basic knowledge and attitudes needed to function in today’s scientific and technological world and also at developing…
7 Science
The junior high science program works at attaining basic knowledge and attitudes needed to function in today’s scientific and technological world and also at developing…
6 Science
The junior high science program works at attaining basic knowledge and attitudes needed to function in today’s scientific and technological world and also at developing…