Health Science 12 Mr. C. Lesiuk
Ph 762 – 2805 ext 4992
http://lesiuk-biology.wikispaces.com/
COURSE OUTLINE
Course Description
Health Science 12 is a course that has been designed for students who have an interest in pursuing a career in health sciences after they have completed grade 12. The intent of the course is to present students with opportunities and information that will help facilitate their transition to post-secondary health science programs.
Course Outcomes
Health Science 12 will include a number of different topics:
1. Careers in Health Science: students will be expected to explore a number of different health science professions. Several guest speakers will visit to share information in regards to their own career in the health sciences. Health science students are expected to complete their work experience with a health science professionals and will be given first priority to take on those appropriate work experience opportunities.
2. Human anatomy and physiology: students will gain knowledge in the structure and function of the systems of the human body. Note: some overlap will occur between health science 12 and biology 12 however our focus will be on the bodily systems not covered within Biology 12. Students will also research to become more familiar with a number of common disorders or diseases commonly dealt with by health care professionals.
3. Nutrition: students will gain knowledge about basic nutrition principles in order that they can make educated decision in regards to the way they will fuel their bodies.
4. Health and Wellness: students will gain knowledge about lifestyle choices and their affect on quality of life. They will also investigate a number of main disorders and diseases that health care professionals commonly deal with.
5. Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention: students will gain knowledge in basic injury assessment and rehabilitation principles as well as simple bracing and taping methods.
6. Exercise Management: Students will gain basic knowledge of the key components of physical fitness and the principle benefits associated with regular exercise.
Note: Please be aware that these are very large and diverse topics that can only be briefly introduced in a course of this nature and length.
Throughout the year a number of guest presenters will be invited into our classroom. The information they present may not fall into one of the specific categories listed above, however, any material presented to you in class may be a part of assignments or tests.
Evaluation
The following is a break down of how your school mark will be determined:
Term Marks
Tests and Quizzes 75%
Labs, Class Work and Assignments 25%
The combined components will always total 100%
Final Mark
Term 1 40%
Term 2 40%
Final Project 20%
Total 100%
Course Expectations:
1. Projects and Assignments
· In this course you can expect to have a few larger assignments and projects. You will have plenty of daily in-class assignments. All assignments should be fully completed and of superior quality. There will be little to no homework in this course, as I can appreciate that many of you will already be carrying the burden of a heavy course load and all the expectations that these courses will demand of you. For each guest speaker you will be required to be in attendance and you will need to fill in a "Career Spotlight" summary sheet for marks.
2. Tests and Quizzes
· You can expect a few quizzes and tests . . . you will be given plenty of advance notice for major tests. This course is not heavy on testing.
· If you miss a quiz or test for any reason, it will be entirely your responsibility to make up the test/quiz immediately upon your return. IF YOU SKIP AN EXAM OR CHEAT YOU WILL RECEIVE A MARK OF ZERO FOR THAT TEST ! THERE ARE NO “RE-WRITES” !!!!
3. Progress
· If you do not maintain an adequate mark in this course, I will recommend that you drop this course and pick up a course more suitable to your ability and effort. There are always a number of students on the waiting list that want to be in your seat!
Attendance and Lates
The school’s attendance policy will be strictly followed; you need to arrive to class on time, truancy will not be accepted. Health Science 12 is a course that requires full commitment; poor attendance will guarantee you a failing mark. If you skip a class or neglect an assignment; take your lumps and get on with it.
I encourage you to be proactive if you are absent . . . find out what was covered from me or other students, have your parent/guardian call the school to excuse your absence. Pretending or assuming nothing happened while you were away will ultimately hurt your mark. It is your responsibility to make sure that a parent/guardian phones in to excuse your absence.
Good luck and enjoy the class!
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Mr. C. LESIUK