PLO's: (Prescribed Learning Outcomes)  These are Learning outcomes as set out by the BC and Yukon Education Curriculum, i,e., these are the learning objectives that are assessed and become your "Grade" for this course.

Processes of Science

• A1 demonstrate safe procedures
• A2 perform experiments using the scientific method
• A3 represent and interpret information in graphic form
• A4 use models to explain how systems operate
• A5 demonstrate scientific literacy
• A6 demonstrate ethical, responsible, cooperative behaviour
  
• A7 describe the relationship between scientific principles and technology
• A8 demonstrate competence in the use of technologies specific to investigative procedures and research

 Life Science: Cells and Systems

• B1 demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of living things
• B2 relate the main features and properties of cells to their functions
• B3 explain the relationship between cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems
• B4 explain the functioning of the immune system, and the roles of the primary, secondary, andtertiary defence systems

Physical Science: Optics

• C1 demonstrate knowledge of the behaviour of waves
• C2 explain the properties of visible light
• C3 compare visible light to other types of electromagnetic radiation
• C4 explain how human vision works

Physical Science: Fluids and Dynamics

• C5 explain the concept of force
• C6 describe the relationship between solids, liquids, and gases, using the kinetic molecular theory
• C7 determine the density of various substances
• C8 explain the relationship between pressure, temperature, area, and force in fluids
• C9 recognize similarities between natural and constructed fluid systems (e.g., hydraulic, pneumatic)

 Earth and Space Science: Water Systems on Earth

• D1 explain the significance of salinity and temperature in the world’s oceans
• D2 describe how water and ice shape the landscape
• D3 describe factors that affect productivity and species distribution in aquatic environments