At Metro Prep, we use the Ontario Ministry of Education’s course code system to clearly identify each course. Each code has five characters:
The First Three Characters:
- Subject: The first three letters identify the subject area (e.g., ENG for English, SNC for Science).
- Course Level: The number after the subject letters indicates the level of the course within that subject (e.g., ENG1 is the first course in the English sequence).
The Fourth Character:
This indicates the grade level or proficiency level of the course:
- Grades 9-12: Represented by numbers 1 through 4 (e.g., Grade 9 = 1).
- Language Courses: Letters A through E indicate proficiency levels (A being beginner, E being advanced).
The Fifth Character (Course Type):
The final letter shows the type of course and its intended pathway:
- D (Academic): For students planning to pursue post-secondary education, emphasizing theory and abstract thinking.
- C (College): Prepares students for college programs, often with a practical focus.
- M (University/College): Suitable for students considering both university and college, these courses balance both theory and practice.
- U (University): Specifically prepares students for university, focusing on theoretical knowledge and academic skills.
- O (Open): Available to all students, regardless of academic pathway.
Example:
ENG1D means:
- ENG: English
- 1: First English course
- D: Academic course intended for students in grade 9 or 10 planning for post-secondary studies.
We hope this helps you understand our course codes! For further questions, please contact our guidance department.
