SES4U: Earth and Space Science
Credit Value: 1.0 · Prerequisite: SNC2D, Grade 10 Science
Grade
Grade 12
Credit Value
1.0
Course Type
University Preparation
Total Hours
110 hours
Course Description
This course develops students' understanding of Earth and its place in the universe. Students investigate the properties of and forces within our solar system and analyse techniques scientists use to generate knowledge about them. Students examine Earth's basic materials, its geological history, and how its systems interact and change over time. They further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of Earth and Space Science concepts and principles.
Prerequisite: SNC2D, Grade 10 Science
Course Outline
| Unit | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Astronomy and Planetary Science | 25h |
| Unit 2 | Earth's Geological History | 25h |
| Unit 3 | Earth Minerals | 25h |
| Unit 4 | Geological Processes | 25h |
| Summative | Final Summative Assignment | 8h |
| Final | Final Exam | 2h |
| Final | Total | 110h |
| Total | 110h | |
Assessment & Evaluation
Evaluation Breakdown
Per Ontario's Growing Success policy
Achievement Categories
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