BC Graduation Requirment

THE GRADUATION PROGRAM

In order to graduate with a Dogwood, every student has to pass certain basic courses. The table below is an overview of what you need to graduate. Each course is worth 4 credits. 48 credits from required courses 28 credits from elective courses 4 credits from Career Life Connections 12 & Capstone. Effective in the 2023/24 School Year, all students must complete 4 credits from an indigenous-focused course.

Courses in Royal Bridge High School

Chemistry 11

Everything is made up of atoms. This course explores the impact of atoms and molecules and their bonds in all aspects of life. The specific focus of Chemistry 11 is on applications of reactions (stoichiometry) for everyday and industrial uses. There is an emphasis on solution chemistry and on the applications of reactions and solutions and their impact on human health, society and the environment.

Chemistry 12

This course is designed for students who intend to pursue physical science or engineering in university. Chemistry 12 is a physical chemistry course concentrating on quantitative and qualitative analysis of chemical equilibria. Reaction mechanisms, solubility products, acids and bases, oxidation and reduction reactions, and electrochemistry are all addressed in this curriculum. Although different in content, this material builds on the concepts covered in Chemistry 11. In addition, a thorough understanding of algebra will be required in this course because of its significant mathematical component.

Pre-Calculus 10

Foundations and Pre-Calculus 10 is designed to provide students with mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies. Topics include operations on powers with integral exponents, relationships among data and graphs, linear relations, including slope, equations of lines and solving systems, multiplication and factoring of polynomial expressions, primary trigonometric ratios and financial literacy, gross and net pay.

Pre-Calculus 11

Students will learn and develop mathematical skills that are foundational for use in pre-calculus and calculus thereafter. Pre-Calculus 11 focuses on quadratic relationships, their prevalence around us, and the use of algebra to generalize these relationships through abstract thinking. Students will explore the meanings of and connections between operations extending to powers, radicals and polynomials. Students will use proportional reasoning to solve indirect measurement trigonometric problems, and work with formulas for financial literacy.

Pre-Calculus 12

Pre-Calculus 12 is a course designed to give students who are interested in pursuing future studies that require calculus, the necessary foundation of algebraic skills. The core curriculum consists of working extensively with functions: polynomial, radical, trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic, and rational. Graphing calculators are used throughout the course as an exploration tool and links are made between the similarities and differences from one function to the next. Function notation, operations and transformations are applied throughout the course.

Physics 11

Physics 11 explores the world of motion and energy. It is designed to build students’ knowledge of core physics concepts. The course focuses on four big ideas. An object’s motion can be predicted, analyzed and described. Forces influence the motion of an object. Energy is found in different forms, is conserved, and has the ability to do work. Mechanical waves transfer energy but not matter. Physics 11 emphasizes real-life applications and helps students connect their learning to the world around them. Physics 11 provides a solid foundation for students carrying on to physics 12.

Physics 12

This course is designed for students who intend to pursue physical sciences, astronomy or engineering in university. Physics 12 covers a broad range of classical physics material including kinematics and dynamics in multiple dimensions, circular motion and dynamics, gravity, statics and electromagnetism. This integrated course requires a thorough understanding of Physics 11 and an aptitude for mathematics. Due to the emphasis on problem solving – the course is challenging to some students.

Science 10

Science 10 continues to build scientific literacy and skills, preparing the young citizens of today for the world of tomorrow. There are four main topics covered: genetics (biology), chemical reactions (chemistry), energy transformations (physics) and the formation of the universe (astronomy).