Grade 10

The four years of high school, referred to as “The High School Program”, consists of two basic units, the 9/10 program and the 11/12 program. The basic core of skills, knowledge, competencies and experiences necessary for future learning in the 11/12 program and beyond is the central focus of public education from kindergarten to grade 10. The distinguishing features of grade 9 are the common curriculum, heterogeneous grouping, scheduling by classes or teams and student promotion decided by teachers/the teaching team on an all or nothing basis. Grade 10 is defined by the opportunity for some curriculum choice, heterogeneous grouping in some subjects with the option to ability grouping in others, teaming where possible, and promotion by subject.

The curriculum focus for this course is reading, writing, speaking, listening and thinking. Students continue developing their ability to write clear sentences, paragraphs, and essays. Short stories, novels, poetry, and plays are the genres for achieving academic outcomes. A Shakespearean play is studied. In some circumstances, students may be grouped according to ability.

Grade 10 Mathematics is a full year course for which students must earn a minimum grade of 60% before proceeding to Geometry and Applications 111 or 112 or Applications in Mathematics 113. Students will be grouped according to ability, based on Grade 9 Math teacher recommendation. Students recommended for Pre AP Grade 10 Mathematics will complete this course in semester one, and should register for Geometry and Applications 111 in the second semester of their Grade 10 year. Grade 10 Mathematics expands on concepts learned in Mathematics 9, as well as additional concepts including linear and quadratic functions, solving linear systems, graphing on the Cartesian plane, trigonometry and statistics. See below for an explanation on the three groupings.

Pre-AP Mathematics 10 / F.I. Pre-AP Mathematics 10

Students will be introduced to the cultural foundations of our society through the study of the development of western civilization in the ancient and medieval periods. Specific topics include ancient Greece, ancient Rome, medieval Europe, and the Renaissance and Reformation. Students may be grouped according to ability.

This course is designed to offer students an opportunity to learn about the varied disciplines of science. The course is divided into four components. They include Sustainability of Ecosystems, Weather Dynamics, Chemical Reactions and Motion.

This course is designed to develop students’ basic conversational skills in French. The four linguistic abilities are used: oral and reading comprehension and oral & reading production. However, more emphasis is placed on developing the speaking and listening skills. Therefore, students will be expected to participate actively in classroom sessions (dialogues, role playing and group work). This course covers the language skills necessary for effective communication in French in daily situations.

Texts: Ça marche (-Nous, les Canadiens –films à l’affiche), Communi-Quête (Mission survie)

This course emphasizes communication in order to foster growth of the language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It encourages the use of the language as a vehicle for communication and reflection, and as a factor in the student's personal development. It will also increase the student's cultural knowledge and experience. This course will deal with the following aspects: vocabulary, oral expression, composition, literature and culture. It is taken in conjunction with F.I. Math 10, F.I. Science 10 and F.I. Social Studies 10.

This course emphasizes communication in order to foster growth of the four language skills as well as increase the student's cultural knowledge and experience. This course emphasizes the use of the language as an instrument for communication and reflection, and as a factor in the students' personal development. The course deals with the following aspects: vocabulary and oral expression, literature, composition, and culture. It is to be taken in conjunction with F.I. Math 10, F.I. Science 10 and F.I. Social Studies 10.

Texts: Rencontres, Language Modules (MPEF), Readings from various sources, Short Stories

Choose one (1) 90 hours of: Health & Physical Education 10 or Music 10 or Visual Arts 10
Choose two (2) 45 hours of: BBT-Broad Based Technology 10 or Health & Physical Education 10 or Music 10 or Visual Arts 10

The purpose of this course is to provide an in-depth knowledge of skills and strategies in various physical recreation activities.

Prerequisite: Music 9 & Must be able to “solo” on an instrument or voice

Emphasis will be placed on both the practical aspect of music – performing in solos and ensembles and theory, ear training, sight singing and music history. This course leads into Music 111/112. The aim of this course is to help develop well-rounded knowledgeable individuals and competent musicians of the high school level.

Texts: Essentials of Music (theory) Book I & Standard of Excellence (history) Book I

This course is the foundation course for Art and Design. It introduces students to a variety of art materials, techniques and concepts. The course explores the basic elements of line, shape, texture, colour and value through a series of drawings, painting, printmaking or sculpture projects. Throughout the course students are encouraged to discuss, analyse and evaluate their own work and that of others. Students will need to purchase an art kit, the cost of which will be kept to $20.00.

This course builds on skills developed in grade 9 B.B.T. Students explore computer graphics, animations, digital imaging, digital audio and web publishing. Students develop computer-based projects.

Computer literacy graduation requirement will be met with successful completion of this course.

The main objective of Advanced Keyboarding 110 is to develop the skill of typewriting and to use it as a writing tool. The course content includes developing an acceptable production rate in many areas of business typing, such as letters and envelopes, tabulation, outlines, manuscripts and resumes. Word processing applications are also explored.

Prerequisite: Science 10 or FI Science 10 with an average of 85% or above and recommendation of Science teacher

This course is intended for students with above average interest and ability. It is a more intensive course than Biology 112 and concepts are investigated in greater depth. The course aim is to acquaint students with the nature of life's processes. Laboratory work of greater depth is an essential element of this course.

Science graduation requirement will be met with successful completion of this course.

This course is an introductory course in the field of biology. The course places emphasis on the basic biological principles needed for further study in biology. Concepts discussed include cellular structure and function, biodiversity and maintaining dynamic equilibrium part 1. Laboratory work supplements regular classroom instruction, with concentration in the areas of microscopy and dissections of earthworms, grasshoppers, frogs, and fetal pigs. Science graduation requirement will be met with successful completion of this course.

This course should be selected by students who want to gain a general knowledge of the functioning of the human body. Major concepts to be learned are: the cell, circulation, respiration, nutrition, digestion, and reproduction. Some laboratory work is included as part of the course, including dissections of earthworm and fetal pig. Individual projects may also be assigned. Good study skills are an asset to prospective students.

Science graduation requirement will be met with successful completion of this course.

This introductory drafting course introduces students to the visualization and presentation of ideas in the form of technical drawings. Students are introduced to the tools, equipment, and procedures necessary to communicate graphically using the Autocad drafting program.

This course will be of benefit to those planning to further their education in an area where a knowledge of graphic communication would be an asset, such as careers in engineering, graphic arts, industry, etc.

Computer literacy graduation requirement will be met with successful completion of this course. This course is recognized officially as an elective for the Bachelor of Science in Engineering programs at U.N.B.

This course explores and demonstrates the Computer Assisted Machining (CAM) aspect of modern manufacturing methods. Students will use computers to create a data base which describes objects that are to be manufactured. The students will then use the computer-generated information to operate computer-controlled machines and will actually manufacture those products. Instruction time will be divided between theory, computer labs and production labs. This course will appeal to and benefit a variety of students, such as those having an interest in computers and computer applications, those considering a future education in mechanical engineering or drafting technology, and those interested in pursuing a career in the metals processing areas.

Computer literacy graduation requirement will be met with successful completion of this course. This course is recognized as an elective in Bachelor of Science in Engineering at U.N.B.

This course is designed to give an overview of computer technology in today's society with special emphasis on computers in the world of Business. (This is not a programming course.) Information Technology provides students with hands-on computer experience in the use of operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet and database software. Other areas explored include: computer competency, basic tools, systems software, the central processing unit, secondary storage, and input/output. About 70% of the class time will be spent on computers. Basic typing skills would be an asset.

This course will enable students to gain experience and confidence in the proper and safe use of tools, equipment and practices commonly found in industry. Students will have the opportunity to gain practical hands-on experience in areas such as: computer aided design, woodworking, mechanical, metals and electronics. This is an opportunity for students to identify their interests and aptitudes to help in their future educational and career decisions.

This course allows the student to explore electron behaviour in simple and complex circuits and to investigate its behaviour in direct current devices under laboratory conditions. This course will also explore electronics, introducing basic electronic components such as diodes transistors, integrated circuits, inductors and capacitors along with basic electronic circuitry. All labs are simulated on computer and built on proto boards. Introductory electronics will be of interest to students with a career objective in the electrical occupational area as well as those who plan to continue their education at the technical or engineering level.

Science graduation requirement will be met with successful completion of this course.