Applied Science & Applied Science & Technology ASTTechnology AST

OverviewOverview

Science OverviewScience Overview

Learning ContentLearning Content

In this course, the content will be divided into four worlds – material world, living world, earth and space, technology world.

This content will be evaluated separately and as part of the competencies listed below.

CompetenciesCompetencies

Competency 1 - Seeks answers or solutions to scientific or technological problems & communicates in the language used in science and technology 

Competency 2 - Makes the most of his/her knowledge of science and technology & communicates in the languages used in science and technology

ActivitiesActivitiesC1: Practical - Use knowledge (40%)C1: Practical - Use knowledge (40%)

Application ProblemsApplication ProblemsPerforming LabsPerforming Labs

C2: Theory - Solve science problems (60%)C2: Theory - Solve science problems (60%)Complex TasksComplex TasksTestsTestsQuizzesQuizzesPresentationsPresentationsAnalysesAnalyses

SyllabusSyllabusTerm 1: Bats & BeyondTerm 1: Bats & BeyondChapter 10: EcosystemsChapter 10: EcosystemsChapter 5: Electricity & MagnetismChapter 5: Electricity & MagnetismTerm 2: Wind Powered GenerationTerm 2: Wind Powered GenerationChapter 4: Changes in MatterChapter 4: Changes in MatterChapter 3: Different Forms of EnergyChapter 3: Different Forms of EnergyTerm 3: Moving AlongTerm 3: Moving AlongChapter 6: The Lithosphere & The HydrosphereChapter 6: The Lithosphere & The HydrosphereChapter 7: The Atmosphere & SpaceChapter 7: The Atmosphere & SpaceChapter 13: Mechanical EngineeringChapter 13: Mechanical EngineeringChapter 14: Electrical EngineeringChapter 14: Electrical EngineeringChapter 8: The BiosphereChapter 8: The Biosphere

Class SuccessClass SuccessTo be successful in this class you will

need to: Review material Try your bestHave an open mindComplete all workCome to class prepared to learn and work

Materials Needed for Every Materials Needed for Every ClassClass

TextSchool AgendaBinder 3-ringed with dividers & spiral

notebook and graph paperRuler / Geometry SetPen/cil caseCalculator ***Most important – A Positive Attitude

Tests & ReTestsTests & ReTests

Students are to enter their evaluation Students are to enter their evaluation marks in their agendas.marks in their agendas.

Students are expected to show their tests Students are expected to show their tests to their parents and get them to sign it.to their parents and get them to sign it.

No re-tests.No re-tests.

Extra HelpExtra Help

As there is a lot to cover in this course, if As there is a lot to cover in this course, if there are any concerns, difficulties, or you there are any concerns, difficulties, or you need clarification of the material covered in need clarification of the material covered in class, arrange a time with me at lunch or class, arrange a time with me at lunch or after school.after school.

Math-Science Advisory HelpMath-Science Advisory Help Use of LearnQuebec.ca online helpUse of LearnQuebec.ca online help DO NOT PROCRASTINATE, time flies fast.DO NOT PROCRASTINATE, time flies fast.

AttendanceAttendance

Preparedness allows us to work together more effectively.

Be on time and be prepared for class. Lates to class will be recorded and may

result in detention time, a phone call home or a visit to the office.

Absence from ClassAbsence from Class

You are responsible for catching up on class notes and completing any assignments, quizzes or tests for which you were absent.

You should find a “Buddy” to count on to help bring you up to par when were absent.

Use the blog.