Current Topics in Science 30S (CTS30S)

Course Description

Explore, discover, and create, as you investigate a variety of topics within science. Current Topics in Science is a project-based science course with a focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). These areas will be explored through experimentation, inquiry, and problem-based learning that is guided by student interest and relevant scientific topics. ​

Recommended Prerequisite

• Successful completion of grade 9

Units Covered

• ​Forensic Science 
• Epidemiology (Study of Diseases) 
• Vaccinology (Study of Vaccines) 
• Science behind Magic 
• Rube Goldberg Machines 
• Bad Science in Cinema
• Examples of Independent Research
  
  • ​Soil Components (Plant Growth/Fertilizers)
    
  • ​Vegetarianism
    
  • Psychology of Colour
    
  • Musicology
    
  • Dreams and Sleep
    
  • Neurology
    
  • Caffeine/Caffeine content in Chocolate
    
  • Skin Allergies
    
  • Dyslexia and Other Learning
    
  • Memorization
    
  • Stealth
    
  • ​​Physical Adaptations in Occupational Therapy