Science 08
Teacher(s)
Chris Vickers
Prerequisite
It is recommended that students complete Grade 7.
Description
The Science 8 course consists of four modules, each module has a module test. Use of a CD Rom is recommended.
Type
Delivery
Student-paced
students can correspond in writing with the course marker through the submission sheets with each assignment. Students will communicate with the teacher/advisor to get any needed support.
Summary
4 print modules
4 module tests, 2 hours each
Assessment
40% Coursework
60% Tests
Support
Limited tutorial support at SIDES by appointment
Materials
BC Science Probe 8 (Nelson) $100.00
OR BC Science 8 (McGraw-Hill Ryerson) $85.00
Science Kit (for modules 1 and 2) $4.95
Science Orientation Skills Package (Optional) $20.00
Science 8 Media CD Optional $35.00
Requirements
Print-based: none
More Info
MODULE 1 Life Science: Cells and Systems
SECTION 1: Characteristics of Living Things and Cell Theory, Plant and Animal Cells, Bacterial Cells, Osmosis and Diffusion, Your Body’s Systems.
SECTION 2: Levels of Organization in Organisms, The Circulatory System, The Digestive System, The Excretory System – Taking care of Wastes, Respiratory System, Cell Specialization, Relationships and Interactions of the Systems, The Defence Systems.
SECTION 3: Pathogens and Antigens, Primary Defence System, Secondary Defence System, Tertiary Defence.
Test 1
MODULE 2 Physical Science: Optics
SECTION 1: Waves, The Electromagnetic Spectrum, Light, Mirrors and Lenses.
SECTION 2: Properties of Visible Light, Light Transmission and Absorption, Reflection of Light, Refraction of Light, Human Light
SECTION 3: Introduction to the Eye, Getting Ready to Dissect an Eye-Safety First!, Correcting Vision Problems, Seeing Beyond the Normal.
Test 2
MODULE 3 Physical Science: Fluids and Dynamics
SECTION 1: Kinetic Molecular Theory, States of Matter, From One State to Another.
SECTION 2: Define and Calculate Density, Measuring Mass and Volume, How Temperature Affects Density, The Concept of Force
SECTION 3: Types of Force, Friction, Forces in Motion, Fluids.
SECTION 4: Force and Pressure, The Habits of Fluids, Natural and Constructed Fluid Systems
Test 3
MODULE 4 Earth Science: All About Water
SECTION 1: Distribution of Water, The Water Cycle, Fresh and Salt Water, Ocean Currents and Temperature, Ocean Currents and Climate.
SECTION 2: Weathering and Erosion, The Movement of Water and Ice, Glaciation, Generation of Waves and Tides, Life in Aquatic Environments.
SECTION 3: Productivity and Species Distribution in Aquatic Environments, Biodiversity, Human Use of Aquatic Ecosystems.
Test 4