Earth Science 11 is a survey course designed to introduce students to the diverse aspects of Earth and Space Science. Students entering this course should have a good knowledge of Science skills and course content from their junior grades. The course itself is based on five (5) key subject areas: Earth Materials and History (Geological Time, Rocks and Minerals), Plate Tectonics (Earthquakes and Volcanoes), Astronomy, as well as Atmosphere and Climate and the Hydrosphere. Activities encourage critical thinking in environmental issues, as well as interpreting the impact of human activities on the planet through time.  It is important to note that this course, although a credit for Science, will not necessarily transfer into further Science education at the post secondary level; whereas, the other Grade 11 Science courses are vetted in support of moving forward in Scientific pursuits at the post secondary level.

Recommended prerequisite: successful completion of Science 10