Grade 12 or Fourth Level

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SCH4U - CHEMISTRY, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course focuses on the concepts and theories that form the basis of modern chemistry. Students will study the behaviours of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions; investigate changes and relationships in chemical systems; and explore how chemistry is used in developing new products and processes that affect our lives and our environment. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of chemistry in other branches of science. Prerequisite: Chemistry Grade 11, University Preparation

ICS4M - COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE, Grade 12 University/College Preparation
This course helps students use programming and software engineering principles to design and develop algorithms and programs. Students will use software development and diagnostic tools, implement data structures and algorithms, and use file management techniques in project settings. They will also develop an understanding of the ethics of computer use and the impact of information technology on the community and will explore postsecondary education and career paths in computer science. Prerequisite: Computer and Information Science, Grade 11, University/College preparation

SPH 4U - PHYSICS, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of the concepts and theories of physics. Students will explore further the laws of dynamics and energy transformations, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields; electromagnetic radiation; and the interface between energy and matter. They will further develop inquiry skills, learning how the interpretation of experimental data can provide indirect evidence to support the development of a scientific model. Students will also consider the impact on society and the environment of technological applications of physics. Prerequisite: Physics, Grade 11, University Preparation

SBI4U - BIOLOGY, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and processes associated with biological systems. Students will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, evolution, and population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on achievement of the detailed knowledge and refined skills needed for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields. Prerequisite: CBiology, Grade 11, University Preparation

ENG 4U - ENGLISH, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will analyze a range of challenging texts from various time periods, countries, and cultures; write analytical and argumentative essays an a major paper for an independent literary research project; and apply key concepts to analyze media works. An important focus will be on understanding academic language and using it coherently and confidently in discussion and argument. Prerequisite: English Grade 11, University Preparation

OLC401 - ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL LITERACY COURSE Grade 12
This course is designed to help students with significant gaps in their literacy skills. This course is offered to students who have been unsuccessful on the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (a compulsory requirement for Ontario Secondary School diploma). Prerequisite: Students who have been eligible to write the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test at least twice, and have been unsuccessful at least once, are eligible to take this course to achieve both a Grade 12 credit and their literacy credential for graduation.

CIA4U - ECONOMICS, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course explores the choices that individuals and societies make about the use of resources in a competitive global economy. Students will use economic concepts and models, as well as methods of economic inquiry to analyze current economic issues and make informed economic choices based on their analysis. Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and World studies, English, or social sciences and humanities.

MDM4U - MATHEMATICS OF DATA MANAGEMENT, Grade 12 University Preparation
This course broadens students' understanding of mathematics as it relates to managing information. Students will apply methods for organizing large amounts of information; apply counting techniques, probability, and statistics in modeling and solving problems; and carry out a culminating project that integrates the expectations of the course and encourages perseverance and independence. Students planning to pursue university programs in business, the social sciences, or the humanities will find this course of particular interest. Prerequisite: Grade ll. Functions and Relations University Preparation or Functions, Grade 11 University/College Preparation.

MGA4U - GEOMETRY, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course enables students to broaden mathematical knowledge and skills related to abstract mathematical topics and to the solving of complex problems. Students will solve problems involving geometric and Cartesian vectors, and intersections of lines and planes in three-space. They will also develop an understanding of proof, using deductive, algebraic, vector, and indirect methods. Students will solve problems involving counting techniques and prove results using mathematical induction. Prerequisite: Functions and Relations, Grade 11, University Preparation

MCB4U - CALCULUS, Grade 12, University preparation
This course builds on students' experience with functions and introduces the basic concepts and skills of calculus. Students will investigate and apply the properties of polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions; broaden their understanding of the mathematics associated with rates of change; and develop facility with the concepts and skills of differential calculus as applied to polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Students will apply these skills to problem solving in a range of applications. Prerequisite: Functions and Relations, Grade 11 University Preparation of Functions 11 University/College Preparation

BAT4M - PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING, Grade 12, University/College Preparation
This course emphasizes study of accounting principles related to financial statements. Students will learn about the ways in which information in these statements is used in making business decisions, and about the effects on financial statements of using different methods of inventory valuation and adjusting and reversing entries. Students will also study various means of financing a business and ways in which the strength of a corporation can be determined through the reading of its annual report. Prerequisite: Introduction to Financial Accounting, Grade 11, University/College Preparation.

HZB30 - PHILOSOPHY QUESTIONS AND THEORIES Grade 12
This course addresses the main areas of philosophy: Metaphysics, logic, epistemology, ethics, social and political philosophy, and aesthetics. Students will learn critical thinking skills, how to develop and explain their own philosophical ideas and how to apply those ideas to contemporary social issues and personal experiences. Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English or Canadian and world studies.

In addition, Southern Ontario College, retains an in-house full-time tutor to assist students with remedial English grammar, syntax, oral/aural, or comprehension difficulties. Options are also available for remedial work in science, computer technology and/or mathematics.