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.