Sir John A. Macdonald Secondary School

GRADE 10 - 12 COURSE CALENDAR

2011 - 2012

Principal: Mr. G. Ayre Vice-Principals: Mr. P. Fulcher Mr. R. Hume Mr. P. Morgan Guidance Counsellors: Ms. M. Hilliard A – D Mr. D. Officer E – Ko Mrs. L. Pernfuss Kp – M, Sf – Sz Ms. A.-V. Maus N – Se Mr. A. Bearinger T – We Ms. T. Angel Wf – X Mrs. D. Lemon Y – Z

More detailed course information is available at: http://jam.wrdsb.ca

For Grade 9 Courses, please consult the SJAM

website or contact the Guidance Department 650 Laurelwood Drive

Waterloo, Ontario N2V 2V1 519-880-9979

Course Selection Timelines: Early January – Course Selection Materials handed out Wed. Feb. 9th – Course Selection Assemblies Feb. 9th – 16th – Students complete online course

selection (SOCR)

Arts – Dance Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other 10 ATC2OI Dance, Open 11 ATC3MI Dance, University/College ATC1OI or ATC2OI

Arts – Dramatic Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 ADA2OI Dramatic Arts, Open ADA2OX Dramatic Arts, Open No experience

11 ADA3MI Dramatic Arts, University/College

ADA1OI or ADA2OI

12 ADA4MI Dramatic Arts, University/College

ADA3MI

Arts – Music Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10

AMG2OB Instrumental Music – Guitar, Fast Forward

AMI2OI Instrumental Music – Band, Open

AMI1OI or AMI1OX or private instrumental & theory training at grade 9 level

AMV2OI Vocal/Choral Music, Open AMV1OI or private voice & theory training at grade 9 level

11

AMG3OB Instrumental Music – Guitar, Fast Forward

AMG2OB recommended

AMG3OI Instrumental Music – Guitar, Open

Open to experienced and beginner players

AMI3MI Instrumental Music – Band, University/College

AMI 2OI or private instrumental & theory training at grade 10 level

AMV3MI Vocal/Choral Music, University/College

AMV2OI or private voice & theory training at grade 10 level

12

AMH4MI Instrumental Jazz, University/College

AMI3MI

AMI4MI Instrumental Music – Band, University/College

AMI3MI

AMV4MI Vocal/Choral Music, University/College

AMV3MI

AMT4MI Musical Theatre, University/College

AMV3MI

Arts – Visual Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 AVI2OB Visual Arts, Fast Forward AVI2OI Visual Arts, Open AVI2OX Visual Arts, Open No experience

11

ASM3OI Media Arts, Open AVI3MI Visual Arts, University/College AVI1O or AVI2O AWM3OI Visual Arts, Drawing &

Painting, Open AVI1O or AVI2O

AWQ3OI Photography, Open AVI1O or AVI2O 12 AVI4MI Visual Arts, University/College AVI3MI

Business Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10

BBI2OB Introduction to Business, Fast Forward

BBI2OI Introduction to Business, Open

Students may only earn a credit in one of BBI1OI or BBI2OI.

BTT2OI Information and Communication Technology in Business, Open

Students may only earn a credit in one of BTT1OI or BTT2OI.

11

BDP3OB Entrepreneurship, Fast Forward

BMX3EB Marketing: Retail & Service, Fast Forward

BAF3MI Financial Accounting Fundamentals, University/College

BDI3CI Entrepreneurship: The Venture, College

BMI3CI Marketing: Goods, Services and Events, College

BTA3OI Information and Communication Technology: The Digital Environment, Open

12

BTX4EB Information and Communication Technology in the Workplace, Fast Forward

BAT4MI Financial Accounting Principles, University/College

BAF3MI

BBB4MI International Business Fundamentals, University/College

Any U/M/C course in Business Studies, English, or Canadian & World Studies BOH4MI Business Leadership

Management , University/College

Canadian & World Studies – Geography Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 CGL23I Sustainable Living, Open CGC1PI or CGC1DI

11

CGG3OB Travel and Tourism, Fast Forward

CGC1LB

CGG3OI Travel and Tourism, Open CGC1PI or CGC1DI CGF3MI Physical Geography,

University/College CGC1PI or CGC1DI

12

CGR4MI Environment and Resource Management, University/College

Any Gr. 11 or 12 U or C or M prep course in Canadian & World Studies, English, or Social Sciences & Humanities

CGW4UI Canadian and World Issues, University

Canadian & World Studies – History Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10

CHC2PB Canadian History in the 20th Century, Fast Forward

CHC2PI Canadian History in the 20th Century, Applied

CHC2DI Canadian History in the 20th Century, Academic

CHV2OB Civics, Fast Forward

0.5 credit

CHV2OH Civics, Open

0.5 credit

11

CHA3UI American History, University CHC2PI or CHC2DI CHW3MI World History to the 16th

Century, University/College CHC2PI or CHC2DI

CLU3EB Canadian Law, Fast Forward

CHC2PI or CHC2DI

CLU3MI Canadian Law, University/College

CHC2PI or CHC2DI

12

CHY4CI World History: The West & the World, College

Any Gr. 11 or 12 U or C or M prep course in Canadian & World Studies, English, or Social Sciences & Humanities

CHY4UI World History: The West & the World, University

CIA4UI Analysing Current Economic Issues, University

CLN4UI Canadian & International Law, University

*For more courses offered by the History Department, see Native Studies or Social Science & Humanities – History

Computer Studies Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 ICS2OI Introduction to Computer Studies, Open

11 ICS3UI Introduction to Computer Science, University

Academic math strongly recommended

12 ICS4UI Computer Science, University ICS3UI

Co-operative Education Grade Course Descriptor

11

GLD2OB GLD2OO

Discovering the Workplace & Co-operative Education, Fast Forward (2 credit package)

COP3O2 Co-operative Education (2 credits) COP3O3 Co-operative Education (3 credits) COP3O4 Co-operative Education (4 credits) OYBODY Co-operative Education in Auto Body

12 COP4O2 Co-operative Education (2 credits) COP4O3 Co-operative Education (3 credits) COP4O4 Co-operative Education (4 credits)

WHAT IS CO-OP? Co-operative Education is a program designed to provide students with “real world” experiential work placements in jobs or career areas they would like to explore. It can help to confirm career choices prior to entering the workplace or selecting a post-secondary program. The classroom component assists students to develop the skills and knowledge directly applicable to entering the world of work. Opportunities to learn on the job and reflect upon experiences are key components. In order for students to be placed in the workplace they must have taken or currently be taking the related in-school course. Co-op students are responsible for their transportation to and from the co-operative education placement. Co-operative Education courses can be taken in all subject disciplines and at all levels.

Note: Students indicate their desire to take co-op through the online course selection process. All students who have requested Co-operative Education will go through an application, interview and selection process. *For more information about Co-operative Education and other opportunities, please see reverse side.

English Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10

ENG2LB English, Fast Forward ENG2PI English, Applied ENG1DI or ENG1PI ENG2DI English, Academic ENG1DI or

ENG1PI (NOT recommended)

11

ENG3EB English, Fast Forward ENG2LB ENG3CI English, College ENG2PI ENG3UI English, University ENG2DI EMS3OI Media Studies, Open ENG2PI or ENG2DI EPS3OI Presentation and Speaking

Skills, Open ENG2PI or ENG2DI

12

EBT4OI Communication in the World of Business & Technology, Open

ENG3EB or ENG3CI or ENG3UI

ENG4EB English, Fast Forward ENG3EB ENG4CI English, College ENG3CI ENG4UI English, University ENG3UI ETS4CI Studies in Literature, College ENG3CI ETS4UI Studies in Literature,

University ENG3UI

EWC4UI The Writer’s Craft, University ENG3UI OLC4OB Literacy Course, Open Intended for students who

have been unsuccessful on Literacy Test

Guidance & Career Education Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 GLC2OB Career Studies, Fast Forward 0.5 credit GLC2OH Career Studies, Open 0.5 credit

11 GPP3OI Leadership and Peer Support,

Open Required application will be given to registered students.

Health & Physical Education Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10

PAF2OX Live-Fit, Open Female PAF2OY Power-Fit, Open Male PPL2OX Healthy Active Living, Open Female PPL2OY Healthy Active Living, Open Male

11

IDC3OA* Leadership: Athletics, Open Co-ed, IDC3OA is an interdisciplinary credit

PAF3OX Live-Fit, Open Female PAF3OY Power-Fit, Open Male PPL3OX Healthy Active Living, Open Female PPL3OY Healthy Active Living, Open Male

12

PAF4OX Live-Fit, Open Female PAF4OY Power-Fit, Open Male PLF4CI Recreation and Fitness

Leadership, College Co-ed

PPL4OI Healthy Active Living, Open Co-ed PSE4UI Exercise Science, University Gr. 11 or 12 Phys. Ed.

or Gr. 11 U or M Science

IDC4UY** Interdisciplinary Studies: Leadership (Athletic), University ENG3UI, IDC 4UY is an

interdisciplinary credit

Interdisciplinary Studies Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

11

IDC3OA* Interdisciplinary Studies: Leadership (Athletic), Open

IDC3OI*

Interdisciplinary Studies: Yearbook, Open

IDC3OB* Interdisciplinary Studies: Leadership (Student Activities), Fast Forward Students interested in

Confederation (Students’ Council) should select a Student Activities Leadership course.

IDC3OX* Interdisciplinary Studies: Leadership (Student Activities), Open

12

IDC4OX Interdisciplinary Studies: Leadership (Student Activities), Open IDC3OX

IDC4UI** Interdisciplinary Studies: Leadership (Student Activities), University

IDC4UY** Interdisciplinary Studies: Leadership (Athletic), University ENG3UI

* students are only able to earn one IDC3O credit. **students are only able to earn one IDC4U credit.

Languages – French Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 FSF2DI French, Academic FSF1DI FSF2DX French, Enhanced Academic FSF1DX

11 FSF3UI French, University FSF2DI FSF3UX French, Enhanced University FSF2DX

12 FSF4UI French, University FSF3UI FSF4UX French, Enhanced University FSF3UX

Languages – Spanish Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 LWSBDI Spanish, Academic 11 LWSCUI Spanish, University LWSBDI 12 LWSDUI Spanish, University LWSCUI

Mathematics Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10

MAT2LB Mathematics, Fast Forward

MAT1LB or MFM1PI or MPM1DI

MFM2PI Mathematics, Applied

MFM1PI or MPM1DI

MPM2DI Mathematics, Academic

MPM1DI (a min. of 65% is recommended)

11

MEL3EB Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life, Fast Forward

MAT2LB or MFM1PI or MPM1DI

MBF3CI Foundations for College Mathematics, College

MFM2PI (a min. of 60% is recommended)

MCF3MI Functions and Applications, University/College

MPM2DI or MFM2PI (recommended for students who earned less than 75% in MPM2DI or at least 85% in MFM2PI)

MCR3UI Functions, University

MPM2DI (a min. of 75% in MPM2DI is recommended)

12

MEL4EB Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life, Fast Forward

MEL3EB

MAP4CI Foundations for College Mathematics, College

MBF3CI or MCF 3MI or MCR3UI (a min. of 60% in MBF4CI is recommended)

MCT4CI Mathematics for College Technology, College

MCF3MI or MCR3UI (a min. of 60% in MCF3MIis recommended)

MHF4UI Advanced Functions, University

MCR3UI or MCT4CI (a min. of 60% in either course is recommended)

MCV4UI Calculus and Vectors, University

MHF4UI (a min. of 65% is recommended)

MDM4UI Mathematics of Data Management, University

MCF3MI or MCR 3UI (a min. of 70% in MCF 3MI or a min. of 60% in MCR 3UI is recommended)

Native Studies Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other 11 NDA3MI Current Aboriginal Issues in

Canada, University/College

12 NDW4MI Issues of Indigenous Peoples in a Global Context, University/College

Any Gr. 11 or 12 U or C or M prep course in Canadian & World Studies, English, or Social Sciences & Humanities

Science Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 SNC2LB Science, Fast Forward SNC1LB SNC2PI Science, Applied SNC1PI or SNC1DI SNC2DI Science, Academic SNC1PI or SNC1DI

11

SBI3CI Biology, College SNC2PI or SNC2DI SBI3UI Biology, University SNC2DI SCH3UI Chemistry, University SNC2DI SPH3UI Physics, University SNC2DI SVN3MI Environmental Science,

University/College SNC2PI or SNC2DI

12

SNC4EB Science, Fast Forward SBI4UI Biology, University SBI3UI SCH4CI Chemistry, College SNC2PI or SNC2DI SCH4UI Chemistry, University SCH3UI SPH4UI Physics, University SPH3UI SES4UI * Earth and Space Science,

University SNC2DI

*SES 4UI: Dual Credit Opportunity – Qualifying students can use this course as a first year half credit in Earth Sciences if enrolling in a Science program at University of Waterloo.

Social Sciences & Humanities – Family Studies

Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10 HFN2OB Food & Nutrition, Fast Forward HFN2OI Food & Nutrition, Open

11

HLS3OB Living Spaces and Shelter, Fast Forward

HLS3OI Living Spaces and Shelter, Open

HNC3OB Fashion and Creative Expression, Fast Forward

HNC3OI Fashion and Creative Expression, Open

HPC3OB Parenting, Fast Forward HPC3OI Parenting, Open HPW3CI Living & Working with

Children, College

TFJ3EB Hospitality & Tourism, Fast Forward

This is a technology credit, NOT a social science credit

TFJ3CI Hospitality & Tourism, College This is a technology credit, NOT a social science credit

12

HNB4OB The Fashion Industry, Fast Forward

HNB4OI The Fashion Industry, Open

HHS4MI Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society, University/College

Any Gr. 11 or 12 U or C or M prep course in Canadian & World Studies, English, or Social Sciences & Humanities

TFJ4EB Hospitality & Tourism, Fast Forward

TFJ 3EB This is a technology credit, NOT a social science credit

TFJ4CI Hospitality & Tourism, College TFJ3CI This is a technology credit, NOT a social science credit

Social Sciences & Humanities – History

Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

11

HRT3MI World Religions: Beliefs, Issues and Traditions, University/College

HSP3MB Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology, Fast Forward

HSP3MI Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology, University/College

12

HSB4MI Challenge and Change in Society, University/College

Any Gr. 11 or 12 U or C or M prep course in Canadian & World Studies, English, or Social Sciences & Humanities

HZT4UI Philosophy, University

Technology Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

10

TCJ2OB Construction Technology, Fast Forward

TCJ2OI Construction Technology, Open

TDJ2OI Technological Design, Open TEJ2OI Computer Technology, Open TGJ2OI Communications Technology

& Design, Open

TMJ2OI Manufacturing Technology, Open

TPJ2OB Health Care, Fast Forward TPJ2OI Health Care, Open TTJ2OB Transportation Technology –

Auto Body & Auto Service, Fast Forward

TTJ2OI Transportation Technology – Auto Body & Auto Service, Open

11

TCJ3EB Construction Technology, Fast Forward

TCJ3CI Construction Engineering Technology, College

TDJ3MI Technological Design, University/College

TEJ3MI Computer Engineering Technology, University/College

TFJ3EB Hospitality & Tourism, Fast Forward

TFJ3CI Hospitality & Tourism, College TGJ3OI Communications Technology:

Broadcast & Print Production, Open

TGJ3MI Communications Technology, University/College

TMJ3EB Manufacturing Technology, Fast Forward

TMJ3CI Manufacturing Technology, College

TPJ3CB Health Care, Fast Forward TPJ3CI Health Care, College TTJ3CI Transportation Technology,

College

TTA3CB Transportation Technology – Auto Service, Fast Forward

TTB3CB Transportation Technology – Auto Body, Fast Forward

TTA3CX Transportation Technology – Auto Service, College

TTB3CX Transportation Technology – Auto Body, College

TTJ3OB Transportation Technology: Vehicle Ownership, Fast Forward

Females only

TTJ3OI Transportation Technology: Vehicle Ownership, Open

Females only

Technology (continued) Grade Course Descriptor Prerequisite/Other

12

TCJ4EB Construction Technology, Fast Forward

TCJ3EB

TCJ4CI Construction Engineering Technology, College

TCJ3CI

TDJ4MI Technological Design University/College

TDJ3MI

TEJ4MI Computer Engineering Technology, University/College

TEJ3MI

TFJ4EB Hospitality & Tourism, Fast Forward

TFJ3EB

TFJ4CI Hospitality & Tourism, College TFJ3CI TGJ4MI Communications Technology,

University/College TGJ3MI

TMJ4EB Manufacturing Technology, Fast Forward

TMJ3EB

TMJ4CI Manufacturing Technology, College

TMJ3CI

TTA4CB Transportation Technology – Auto Service, Fast Forward

TTJ3C or TTA3C or TTJ3O TTA4CX Transportation Technology –

Auto Service, College TTB4CB Transportation Technology –

Auto Body, Fast Forward TTB4CX Transportation Technology –

Auto Body, College TTJ4CI Transportation Technology,

College

WHAT ABOUT ENHANCED COURSES? The enhanced Math & Science and/or English & History programs provide students with the opportunity to study in an integrated class. Students will cover the same curriculum but in an atmosphere that allows for deeper understanding and greater extensions. An application is required to be considered for theses courses. See your Guidance Counsellor for more information. OTHER PROGRAMS: Specialized Co-op Programs

Co-operative Education also offers specialized programs in Militia, Police, Big Brothers/Sisters Mentorship and Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Programs (OYAP). Acceptance into these programs requires additional paperwork and screening procedures by the host organization. If you are interested in any of these specialized areas, please indicate your preference on your co-op application or contact the Co-operative Education Coordinator.

Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) enables students to get a head start on their career as a skilled trades professional while still in high school. Students earn credits toward their apprenticeship and high school diploma. To take an OYAP program, students must be selected through an application process. For a listing of the OYAP programs visit the WRDSB website at www.gooyap.ca or contact the OYAP Program Manager at 519-570-0300.

Dual Credit Programs

College-Delivered Dual Credit Programs are available for students who have obtained 26 or 27 credits including all compulsory credits. These programs give students the opportunity to work in a Cooperative Education placement, attend college and earn both high school and college credits. Students in the apprenticeship programs will receive Level 1 of the applicable MTCU apprenticeship curriculum. Dual Credit Programs may exist in the following areas (subject to change):

College Programs: Business Applications, Early Childhood Education, Intro. To Sociology, Law and Security, Personal Support Worker, Psychology

College Apprenticeship Programs: Brick and Stone Mason, Cook, Educational Assistant, Industrial Mechanic Millwright, Metal Fabricator/Fitter, Truck and Coach Technician

Students who are interested in a Dual Credit Program must choose the appropriate program in SOCR.

O N T A R I O S E C O N D A R Y S C H O O L D I P L O M A O N T A R I O S E C O N D A R Y S C H O O L D I P L O M A

R E Q U I R E M E N T SR E Q U I R E M E N T S

In order to earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma a student must: • earn 30 credits (18 compulsory and 12 elective) • complete 40 hours of community involvement activities (For direct assistance contact:

• Kitchener Volunteer Action Centre (519-742-8610) • Website: www.volunteerkw.ca

• meet the provincial secondary school literacy diploma requirement through successful completion of either the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test or the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course

Credit Requirements Compulsory Credits: Students must earn the following 18 compulsory credits in order to obtain the Ontario Secondary School Diploma: • 4 credits in English (1 credit per grade) • 1 credit in French as a Second Language • 3 credits in Mathematics (at least 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12) • 2 credits in Science • 1 credit in Canadian History • 1 credit in Canadian Geography • 1 credit in the Arts • 1 credit in Health and Physical Education • .5 credit in Civics • .5 credit in Career Studies • Group 1: 1 additional credit in English, or French as a second language, or a Native language,

or a classical or an international language, or social sciences and the humanities (any course beginning with H) or Canadian and world studies (any Gr. 11 or 12 course beginning with C), or guidance and career education, or cooperative education*

• Group 2: 1 additional credit in health and physical education, or the arts, or business studies, or French as a second language, or cooperative education*

• Group 3: 1 additional credit in science (grade 11 or 12), or technological education (grades 9-12), or computer science, or French as a second language, or cooperative education*

*A maximum of 2 credits in cooperative education can count as compulsory credits and a

maximum of 2 credits in French as a second language can count as compulsory courses (group 1 plus either group 2 or 3)

Elective Credits: In addition to the 18 compulsory credits, students must earn 12 elective credits selected from the course calendar.