Courses
Everything I cover, with the course codes
44 courses across 7 stages. If your course is not listed but sits somewhere on this ladder, ask, because it is very likely still a yes.
- Math
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Science
- Computing
Grades 7 & 8
4 coursesWhere the habits that carry through high school get built.
Grade 7 Mathematics
Integers, fractions, ratios, and the first real taste of algebra.
Ontario elementary
Grade 8 Mathematics
Linear relations, solving equations, and the geometry that feeds Grade 9.
Ontario elementary
Grade 7 Science & Technology
Ecosystems, pure substances and mixtures, heat, and structural strength.
Ontario elementary
Grade 8 Science & Technology
Cells, fluids, systems in action, and water systems.
Ontario elementary
Grade 9
2 coursesThe destreamed year, where every destination is still open.
Mathematics
Number sense, algebra, linear relations, measurement, and an intro to coding.
Destreamed
Science
Chemistry, physics, biology, and earth/space science in one survey year.
Destreamed
Grade 10
4 coursesQuadratics and trigonometry arrive, and the workload steps up with them.
Principles of Mathematics
Quadratics, analytic geometry, and trigonometry, the gateway to Grade 11 U math.
Academic
Foundations of Mathematics
Measurement, similar triangles, trigonometry, and modelling linear and quadratic relations.
Applied
Science
Tissues and organ systems, chemical reactions, light and optics, climate change.
Academic
Science
The same four strands, taught through hands on and applied contexts.
Applied
Grade 11
8 coursesSciences split into their own courses and the pace steps up.
Functions
Function notation, quadratics, exponentials, trigonometry, and sequences and series.
University preparation
Functions and Applications
Quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric functions with an applied slant.
University/college preparation
Foundations for College Mathematics
Trigonometry, quadratics, statistics, and personal finance.
College preparation
Physics
Kinematics, forces, energy, waves and sound, electricity and magnetism.
University preparation
Chemistry
Matter and bonding, reactions, quantities in chemistry, solutions, and gases.
University preparation
Biology
Diversity of living things, evolution, genetics, plants, and animal systems.
University preparation
Biology
Cellular biology, microbiology, genetics, and anatomy with an applied focus.
College preparation
Environmental Science
Sustainability, human impact, conservation, and environmental health.
University/college preparation
Grade 12
11 coursesThe courses university admissions read when they assess your application.
Advanced Functions
Polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, the prerequisite calculus assumes.
University preparation
Calculus and Vectors
Rates of change, derivatives, curve sketching, vectors, lines and planes.
University preparation
Mathematics of Data Management
Counting, probability, distributions, statistical analysis, and the culminating project.
University preparation
Foundations for College Mathematics
Measurement, geometry, data, and personal finance for college programs.
College preparation
Mathematics for College Technology
Trigonometry, exponentials, polynomials, and applications for technology programs.
College preparation
Physics
Dynamics, energy and momentum, fields, waves, and modern physics.
University preparation
Chemistry
Organic chemistry, structure and properties, energy changes, equilibrium, electrochemistry.
University preparation
Biology
Biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and populations.
University preparation
Earth and Space Science
Astronomy, planetary geology, the rock record, and Earth systems.
University preparation
Physics
Motion, mechanical systems, electricity, energy transfer, and hydraulics.
College preparation
Chemistry
Matter and qualitative analysis, organic chemistry, electrochemistry, and chemical calculations.
College preparation
Engineering, Year 1
7 coursesFirst year moves fast and assumes the Grade 12 material is fluent.
Calculus I
Limits, continuity, derivatives, and applications, at university pace and rigour.
First year engineering
Calculus II
Integration techniques, applications of the integral, sequences, and series.
First year engineering
Linear Algebra
Matrices, systems, vector spaces, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
First year engineering
Physics I: Mechanics
Kinematics, Newtonian dynamics, work and energy, momentum, rotation.
First year engineering
Physics II: Electricity & Magnetism
Electrostatics, potential, capacitance, DC circuits, magnetic fields, induction.
First year engineering
Engineering Chemistry
Bonding and structure, thermochemistry, equilibrium, electrochemistry, materials.
First year engineering
Introduction to Programming
Python, C, or MATLAB. Control flow, functions, data structures, and debugging.
First year engineering
Engineering, Year 2
8 coursesThe applied math year, which is the heaviest workload on the ladder so far.
Multivariable Calculus
Partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector fields, Green/Stokes/divergence theorems.
Second year engineering
Differential Equations
First and second order ODEs, Laplace transforms, systems, and series solutions.
Second year engineering
Probability & Statistics
Distributions, expectation, joint variables, estimation, and hypothesis testing.
Second year engineering
Numerical Methods
Root finding, interpolation, numerical integration, and error analysis.
Second year engineering
Statics & Dynamics
Equilibrium, trusses, friction, centroids, kinetics of particles and rigid bodies.
Second year engineering
Circuit Analysis
Nodal and mesh analysis, transients, phasors, AC power, and frequency response.
Second year engineering
Thermodynamics
First and second laws, properties of pure substances, cycles, and entropy.
Second year engineering
Data Structures & Algorithms
Lists, trees, hashing, graphs, sorting, and complexity analysis.
Second year engineering
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