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2020

Year 9 and 10

Subject

Handbook

BURPENGARY STATE SECONDARY COLLEGE

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Message from the Principal

Here at Burpengary State Secondary College, we pride ourselves on ensuring our young people are taught and supported to learn core elements of the curriculum. The 2020 Year 9 and 10 subject selection handbook outlines in summary, the range of subjects available to students to assist them in choosing their elective subjects. I would ask students to choose wisely with a focus on pursuing subjects that will enhance their individual excellence and support them in the pursuit of their personal learning goals, senior secondary and post- secondary pathways. We look forward to continuing our partnership and achieving the best possible outcomes for our children. Mr Peter Hoehn College Principal

RESPECT • COURAGE • EXCELLENCE

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Curriculum

Philosophy and Values

Burpengary State Secondary College

is recognised by our strong culture of

purpose, focused on our aspiration of

“innovative learning in a global

community”. Our school culture reflects

ongoing collaboration with staff,

students, families and the broader

community. We support students to

fulfil their personal potential by

embracing challenge and connecting

with learning to create successful

futures.

Our purpose is to:

Create a positive, safe and

inclusive school culture of

learning.

Deliver the best learning

opportunities for every

student.

Create a link between

‘potential’ and ‘possibility’.

Deliver student success

through a commitment to

continuous improvement.

Provide quality teaching and

learning as our core business.

Work in partnership with

students, families and the

community.

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How to choose subjects Choose your subjects according to the following:

Subjects you enjoy

Subjects you perform well in

Subjects that you need as prerequisites for tertiary or other programs

Subjects that will be useful to your career and life

Common mistakes when choosing subjects Following your friends - There is a high chance that even your closest friends will want to do

something different to you when they leave school. You need to choose your subjects with

your intended pathway in mind, not in an attempt to have friends in your classes.

Trying to avoid or be with a particular teacher - There is no guarantee that you will have any

particular teacher. Also learning to work with and learn from a range of people is an important

skill as you move into the senior phase of learning.

Someone told you that the subject is…… (fun, easy, interesting, difficult, boring). It may be

one of those adjectives for someone else but not necessarily for you. Make up your own mind

based on what you enjoy.

Someone told you that you do/do not need that subject for the course you want to take at

university. Don’t take someone else’s word for it. Check tertiary prerequisites on My Path on

the QTAC website, directly with the university or see the Guidance Officer/Head of

Department (Senior Schooling).

Student Diversity

Burpengary State Secondary College is dedicated to ensuring that all students have equitable

access to learning. As such, students who have a disability can gain access to the Access

Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments (AARA) and the support services they need in order

to succeed in their studies. Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments are made in

accordance with the guidelines and recommendations of the QCAA. This includes making

‘reasonable’ adjustments to the conditions of assessment to ensure equitable opportunities for all

students and take into account the student’s disability or the reason for the student’s specific

educational needs. Support services (including teacher aide support) and Access Arrangements

and Reasonable Adjustments, that include adjustments to learning and assessment, are

considered on an individual basis and decisions are reached through consultation with students,

teachers and their parents/carers. At all times the school ensures that steps are taken to identify

and implement support and special provisions that maintain respect for the dignity, privacy and

confidentiality of the students, their parents/carers and associates.

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Year 9 Subject Selection Guidelines

Timetable structure 2020

Students will study 6 subjects each semester; 4 core subjects and 2 electives Students will participate in 3 x 70 minute lessons in their subjects Students will also participate in an Essential Life Skills lesson Students will have the option to participate in the Pine Rivers District Interschool Sports competition.

Core subjects Students will study 4 core subjects of English, Humanities, Mathematics and Science for the entire year.

Elective subjects Students will have to select one Technology subject Students will need to select one Arts subject Students are only allowed to select a subject once.

Subject selection process

Students will submit their selections using the One School portal accessed at http://oslp.eq.edu.au Students will select 4 elective subjects; one from each line Students will then select a second preference for each line The college will endeavour to allocate students first choice but please not that this may not be possible for all students

Subject selections are due Term 2, on Friday of Week 10 (28th June,2019)

The elective subjects that students have to choose from are:

The Arts

Dance Drama

Media Arts Music

Visual Art

Technologies

Business Studies Engineering Technology Studies

Food Technology Industrial Technology Studies

Fashion and Textiles

Health & Physical Education

Health

Physical Education

Languages

Japanese

Science

STEM

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Year 10 Subject Selection Guidelines

Timetable structure 2020

Students will study 6 subjects each semester; 4 core subjects and 2 electives Students will participate in 3 x 70 minute lessons for all their subjects Students will also participate in an Essential Life Skills class

Core subjects Students will study 4 core subjects of English, Humanities, Mathematics and Science for the entire year.

Elective subjects There are no rules regarding elective selection in Year 10; as there are in Year 9 Students are only allowed to select a subject once.

Subject selection process

Students will submit their selections using the One School portal accessed at http://oslp.eq.edu.au Students will select 4 elective subjects; one from each line Students will then select a second preference for each line The college will endeavour to allocate students first choice but please not that this may not be possible for all students

Subject selections are due Term 2, on Friday of Week 10 (28th June,2019)

The elective subjects that students have to choose from are:

The Arts

Dance Drama

Media Arts Music

Visual Art

Technologies

Community Health Care Business Studies

Design Technology Studies Early Childhood

Engineering & Technology Studies Hospitality

Industrial Engineering Studies (Metal) Industrial Furnishing Studies (Timber)

Information Technology Fashion and Textiles

Health & Physical Education

Health

Physical Education

Languages

Japanese

Science

Psychology

STEM

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How to complete subject selection from home Step one – In your search engine, type ‘oslp’

Click on the first result:

Once you click on the link you will need to use your school (Education Queensland) login, just

like you do when you are at school.

Step two – Click on ‘My education plan’ at the top, left hand side of the page in OneSchool.

Then click on the “subject Selection’ tab

Step three – Click in the checkboxes against the subjects you want to study. Make sure you

read the rules and conditions at the top of the page and follow the instructions carefully.

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Year 9 and 10 Subjects Subjects

Year level offered

Head of Department

Contact Email Page

CORE SUBJECTS

English Year 9

Year 10 Nikarri Kristic [email protected] 11

Humanities Year 9

Year 10 Clayton Barry [email protected] 12

Mathematics Year 9

Year 10 Sana Stephan [email protected] 13

Science Year 9

Year 10 Amanda Wiebe [email protected] 14

ELECTIVES

Community Heath Care Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 16

Business Studies Year 9

Year 10 Clayton Barry [email protected] 17

Dance Year 9

Year 10 Scott Campbell [email protected] 18

Design Technology Studies

Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 19

Drama Year 9

Year 10 Scott Campbell [email protected] 20

Early Childhood Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 21

Engineering Technology Studies

Year 9 Year 10

Matthew Brooks [email protected] 22

Fashion and Textiles Year 9

Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 23

Food Technology Year 9 Erin Carswell [email protected] 24

Health Year 9

Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 25

Hospitality Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 26

Industrial Engineering Studies (Metal)

Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 27

Industrial Furnishing Studies (Timber)

Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 28

Industrial Technology Studies

Year 9 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 29

Information Technology Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 30

Japanese Year 9

Year 10 Clayton Barry [email protected] 31

Media Year 9

Year 10 Scott Campbell [email protected] 32

Music Year 9

Year 10 Scott Campbell [email protected] 33

Physical Education Year 9

Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 34

Psychology Year 10 Amanda Wiebe [email protected] 35

STEM Year 9

Year 10 Amanda Wiebe [email protected] 36

Visual Arts Year 9

Year 10 Scott Campbell [email protected] 37

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CORE subjects

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CORE SUBJECTS

English

The study of English is central to the learning and development of all students at Burpengary State Secondary College. It helps create confident communicators, imaginative thinkers and informed citizens. It is through the study of English that our students learn to analyse, understand, communicate with and

build relationships with others and with the world around them.

Subject description: The study of English requires students to engage with

a variety of texts to interpret, create, evaluate and discuss meaning in a wide variety contexts. These include literary texts and various types of media texts, including newspapers, film, fiction, poetry, dramatic performances and multimodal texts. Abstract themes and issues are explored through higher order reasoning and critical analysis.

Out of class requirements In an average week, students will need to complete 1-2 hours of homework and/or revision of in-class content. During assessment weeks, some class time will be used for drafting and conferencing but students will need to complete additional drafting and prepare their final submission at home.

What’s important for this subject The Australian Curriculum determines three important strands of knowledge in the study of English: Language: knowing about the English language. Literature: understanding, appreciating, responding to, analysing and creating literature. Literacy: expanding the repertoire of English usage.

Possible career paths

Lawyer Speech pathologist

Journalist Sociologist

Editor Publisher Teacher

Critic

Writer Actor

Public relations

Advertising Historian

Interpreter Film and TV director/editor

Media presenter

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10 Unit 1 Perspectives in Texts

Students evaluate representations of Australian identity in literary and non-literary texts in order to understand how social change impacts on the relevance of traditional Australian mythologies.

Through film, students understand that identities and cultures have been, and are, a source of strength and resilience for First Nations Peoples against historic and contemporary impacts of colonisation.

Unit 2 Texts in Culture Cultural experiences are explored through literary appreciation. In 12 Angry Men, values, attitudes and beliefs are represented through the words and deeds of characters in the fictional world.

A study of power dynamics in social media culture, this unit questions the social, economic and political impact of new media and social networking on individuals and groups.

Unit 3 Text Connections In this unit, students compare interpretations of poetry to evaluate meaning. With analysis of figurative language at its core, the unit has a literary focus that is essential for success in future study.

An introduction to Shakespeare that focuses on how modern texts borrow narrative elements from the love tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. Students produce an innovative response in the form of a vodcast.

Unit 4 Literary Texts A novel study – applying knowledge and skills gained throughout the year, students write a literary analysis in response to an unseen question.

A novel study – applying knowledge and skills gained throughout the year, students write a narrative intervention that reveals and challenges a cultural assumption present in the novel.

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

English (C semesters 1 & 2, year 10) Essential English (no pre requisite)

Extra-Curricular Opportunities Debating (Queensland Debating Union) Various short story writing competitions

Premier’s Reading Challenge

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CORE SUBJECTS

Humanities

The Humanities, Languages and Business Department invites students to explore how people process and document the human experience, through subjects such as Geography, History and Legal Studies, Business

and Japanese. The Humanities has both an historical and contemporary focus. They offer students insight into the cultural, economic, environmental, and philosophical dimensions that shape the contemporary world.

Subject description: The Humanities (History, Geography and Civics) and Social Sciences (which includes Business and Legal Studies) offer a way for our species to look in on itself to determine how decisions that are made (both historical and into the future) contribute to the well-being. What it means to be human, what it means to be a good human and what it means to be a human on a finite planet, are central to our investigations. What it will help students do: Importantly, the Humanities equip students with a range of skills and a disposition to actively engage in creating a better society. Through a study of Humanities, students are invited to consider the importance of democracy, cultural understanding, social justice, peace, and sustainability as key pillars in the creation of a better future. Skills developed: Through studying Humanities, students will develop the ability to:

Ask critical questions

Analyse, evaluate, and interpret sources

Communicate effectively across cultures

Make decisions to create a better future Out of class requirements: Homework booklets to be completed as required.

What’s important for this subject: An open and questioning mind about the world we live in will build capacity for students to be successful learners, confident and creative individuals and informed globally aware citizens.

Possible career paths

Archaeologist Journalist

Geographic Information Systems Officer

Environmental Engineer Community Support Worker

International Relations Officer for Multinational Companies or

Charity Organisations Writer

Museum Officer Lawyer Miner

Tourist Information Officer Travel Consultant

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10 Unit 1: History: Industrial Revolution Exam Unit 1: Geography: Environmental Change Field Report

Unit 2: History: World War One Research Essay Unit 2: History: World War Two Exam

Unit 3: History: Modern China Historical Fiction Unit 3: History: Rights and Freedoms Research Essay

Unit 4: Geography: Biomes Field Report Unit 4: Legal Studies: Democracy in Action Spoken Task

Year 11 Courses and Pre Requisites C in Semester 1 Year 10 Humanities (Business, Geography, Legal, History)

Business Geography Legal Studies Modern History Social &

Community Studies Tourism

Extra-Curricular Opportunities Debating (Queensland Debating Union)

Various Excursions related to units of study National History, Geography and Civics Competitions

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CORE SUBJECTS

Mathematics

The mathematics curriculum aims to ensure that students are confident, creative users and communicators of mathematics. They are able to investigate, represent and interpret situations in their

personal and work lives and as active citizens.

Subject description: Mathematics provides students with

essential mathematical skills and knowledge in number and

algebra, measurement and geometry, statistics and probability.

Students in year 9 continue to work with the Maths Pathway

model along with current year level curriculum through the

inquiries. Math Pathway allows us to differentiate student

learning by either extending students beyond their current year

level or work through knowledge they have not understood

previously.

Students in year 10 will be completing the Mathematical

Methods prep or the General Mathematics Prep courses.

Results in year 9 will be used to identify the most suitable

mathematics course for students.

Out of class requirements: complete homework modules

through Maths Pathway in year 9 and through Math Space in

year 10.

What is important for this subject: Students will require

access to a laptop to complete modules and access One

Note. A scientific calculator will also be required.

Possible career Paths

General Mathematics

Trades Hospitality & Tourism

Administration Education

Health and retail services

Methods & Specialist Mathematics

Engineering sciences, including avionics, chemical, civil,

communications, electrical, mechanical and mining.

Statistics Natural and Physical Sciences Information and Technology

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10 General Mathematics

Year 10 Mathematics Methods

Math Pathway

Unit 1: Number & Algebra Unit 2: Geometry Unit 3: Statistics Unit 4: Geometry & Algebra

Unit 1: Number, Measurement Unit 2: Data & Algebra Unit 3: Geometry & Algebra Unit 4: Statistics

Unit 1: Algebra Unit 2: Statistics & Algebra Unit 3: Geometry & Algebra Unit 4: Probability

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Essential Mathematics – no pre-requisite General Mathematics – Minimum C in Year 10 General Mathematics prep Mathematics Methods – Minimum C in Year 10 Mathematical Methods prep Specialist Mathematics – Minimum C in Year 10 Mathematical Methods prep

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CORE SUBJECTS

Science

Science is a dynamic, collaborative and creative human endeavour arising from our desire to make sense of our world through exploring, investigating, making predictions and solving problems.

Subject description: Science is all about exploring how and why things happen through inquiry based hands on learning. Studying science will help students engage with new knowledge through experiments, investigations and a range of other methods. Skills developed

Information retrieval from listening, observing and research.

Scientific reading and writing.

Data representation and analysis.

Out of class requirements It is expected that students will need to complete approximately 2 hour of homework/study each week. What’s important for this subject This is a generic introduction to the specific sciences of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. These applied sciences afford students an excellent grounding in the understanding of real world applications with a strong emphasis on cross curricular linkages.

Possible career paths

Nursing Engineering

Air traffic control Mechanic Paramedic Scientist Forensics

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10 Unit 1 Biological science: Students will study ecosystems and how organisms respond to their environments.

Unit 1 Biological science: Students will study evolution and how heritable characteristics involve DNA and genes.

Unit 2 Physical science: Students examine how different forms of energy can be transferred in a variety of ways through different mediums.

Unit 2 Physical science: Students will examine energy transfers and transformations and how the motion of objects can be described and predicted using the laws of physics.

Unit 3 Chemical science: Students will examine that all matter is made of atoms and investigate how chemical reactions relate to the non-living and living systems.

Unit 3 Chemical science: Students will examine the science of molecular structure which aids in the understanding of chemical reactions.

Unit 4 Earth and space science: Students will study plate tectonics to explain geological activity and movement.

Unit 4 Earth and space science: Students will study the universe and global systems.

Assessment techniques used: Student Experiment, Student Research Task, Data Test and End of Semester Exams with the final exam in Year 10 being a Year exam.

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites General Subjects Biology – B Science and a C English Chemistry - B Science and a C English Psychology - B Science and a C English Aerospace Systems- B Science, C Maths and a C English Physics - B Science, B Maths Methods and a C English

Essential Subjects Science in Practice – no prerequisite Aquatic Practices - no prerequisite

Extra-Curricular Opportunities National Science Week

STEM Innovation Program Various Science Competitions

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ELECTIVE subjects

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Electives

Community Health Care

With an aging population young people of today have an obligation to provide support services to our elderly

now and into the future. Aligned with the College core values of Respect, Courage and Excellence, students will

enhance their understanding and appreciation for the contributions senior citizens have made to our community.

Subject description: This subject provides students with the introductory skills and knowledge required by those working in aged care services. Students will consider how to create individualised service plans in residential, home or community based environments. Students will study a variety of topics including:

Facilitating the empowerment of older people

Implementing interventions for older people at risk

Safe work practices

Ethical compliance and independence

Supporting relationships with families Out of class requirements: Set homework tasks What’s important for this subject: Compassion and interest

in assisting the elderly.

Possible career paths

Aged care facilitator Nursing

Palliative care

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10

Unit 1: Empowerment and Quality of Life

Intervention

Risks

Safety and movement

Unit 2: Ethics and Relationships

Developing family support

Positive relationship building

Increasing independence

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Certificate III course in Health Support Services

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Potential for traineeships in Year 11 and 12

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Electives

Business Studies

The Humanities, Languages and Business Department invites students to explore how people process and document the human experience, through subjects such as Geography, History and Legal Studies,

Business and Japanese. The Humanities has both an historical and contemporary focus. They offer students insight into the cultural, economic, environmental, and philosophical dimensions which shape

the contemporary world.

Subject Description: Business provides opportunities for students to develop practical knowledge and skills to participate and work in a range of business contexts. Students will learn the basics of economics and law while understanding how to apply the topics to a range of markets, businesses and personal finance decisions. Business equips students with a range of skills and a disposition to actively engage in creating a better society. Business students are invited to consider the importance of democracy, cultural understanding, social justice, peace, and sustainability as key pillars in the creation of a better future.

What it will help students do:

Skills developed: Analyse the reasoning behind pricing, demand and supply.

Compare and contrast types of businesses.

Understand the different types of markets and competition.

Learn how to manage personal finances

Understand the workings of savings accounts, term deposits and credit cards.

Out of class requirements: Homework completed as required. What’s important for this subject: A keenness to understand how the world functions from an economic perspective and an interest in learning how the business world works.

Possible career paths

Accountant Banker

Financial Advisor Treasurer

Finance Manager Economist

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: Marketing Exam Unit 1: Introduction to Economics Exam

Unit 2: Business Ventures Spoken Task Unit 2: Personal Financial Management Spoken Task

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Business (C in Semester 1 of Humanities); Preference to have studied Year 10 Business

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Various excursions related to units studied National Business Competitions

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Electives

Dance

We study The Creative Arts because we want to create and communicate ideas and stories through sound, movement, words and images. We work individually, and in groups, to inspire understanding and

happiness in ourselves and our audiences.

Subject description: Studying the art of dance is to learn the language of movement as it expresses and interconnects the essence of communication. Dance education serves to stimulate conscious understanding of the language of movement and to develop aesthetic knowledge and skills in movement expression. What it will help students do: Education in dance provides students with thought-provoking experiences that combine many art forms and disciplines. The results of learning dance include the instrumental benefits of physical health, emotional maturation, social awareness, cognitive development, and academic achievement along with a creative outlet in a kinaesthetic learning style. Learning the art of dance is a full, enriching, and physically joyful experience. Skills developed:

Performance qualities

Choreography skills

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Motivation and Commitment

Time-management skills

A healthy self-image

Self-discipline

A goal-oriented approach to work

Adaptability and flexibility Out of class requirements Students will be required to rehearse, polish and choreography dance in their own time. They will also be required to complete written assessment components at home. What’s important for this subject? Having enthusiasm for dance Confidence to perform in front of peers, having a basic level of co-

ordination

Possible career paths

Dancer Costume maker and

designer Stage manager Dance teacher

Performance artist Children’s entertainer

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1 Dance me a story – telling stories though movements and expression Task 1: Choreography task of a contemporary dance performed in pairs Task 2: Analytical exam deconstructing a contemporary dance piece focusing on choreographic intent

Unit 2 Those who have come before – exploring the pioneers of contemporary dance and how their contributions has shaped dance today Task 1: Chorography taking direct inspirations from a pioneer’s style in pairs Task 2: Analytical essay deconstructing a contemporary dance focusing on choreographic intent

Unit 2 Kids Today – exploring the movement and style of hip hop dance Task 1: Teacher devised hip hop performance task focusing on movement and style

Unit 1 Dancing to the beat – exploring the differences between hip hop and jazz dance Task 1: Performance of a hip hop dance taught by a guest choreographer performed in groups of 4 Task 2: Performance of a jazz dance performance in groups of 3

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites To study Dance in Year 11 - C or better in Year 10 English; C or better in Year 10 Dance;

Dance in Practise.

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Junior Dance Troupe – Year 7/8/9 Senior Dance Troupe – Years 10/11/12 Eisteddfod, excursions, performances

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Electives

Design Technology Studies

Students studying Design Technology Studies will consider ways that materials, technologies and systems can work together to produce sustainable products and services in today’s global community. Projects are

designed through consultations with real clients, then manufactured and evaluated against their needs.

Subject description: Design Technology Studies focuses on computer aided drafting and product design. Students’ research and design solutions to consumer needs using computer aided drafting software used in industry by product designers. Students will:

Study graphical and product design fundamentals

Research and apply ergonomic principles to product design

Create practical prototypes to design challenges provided by real clients

Design Technology Studies heavily utilises Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software with a 60:40 mix of practical workshop projects. Completion of this subject prepares students for academic pathways in senior. Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework, design

sketching, CAD design.

What’s important for this subject: Competent in mathematics

with an interest in design and technologies.

Possible career paths

Industrial Design Engineering – Mechanical

Architecture Interior Design

Industrial Design Graphic Design

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10

Unit 1: Client Project 1 (TBA each year)

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric, Assembly, and Perspective.

CAD Design and prototyping

Development of product to meet needs

Unit 2: Client Project 2 (Trophy Design)

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric, Assembly, and Perspective.

CAD Design and prototyping

Development of product to meet needs

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

This subject can lead into senior Design (General)

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Electives

Drama

We study The Creative Arts because we want to create and communicate ideas and stories through sound, movement, words and images. We work individually, and in groups, to explore and understand

ourselves and others. We aim to engage, inspire, challenge and educate audiences.

Subject description: Drama is a practical and creative process that draws on life experiences to express thoughts, ideas and feelings. Drama is a dynamic practice that invites students to experience, reflect on, communicate and appreciate different perspectives of themselves and the world in which they live. Drama helps students to:

Explore and develop issues, ideas and themes.

Take on and explore different personalities outside their own.

Develop roles and characters.

Understand how to create dramatic meaning. Skills developed

Develop and refine their expressive and public speaking skills.

Analyse the historical and cultural significance of drama for entertainment, education and rebellion.

Out of class requirements: Students may be required to rehearse and learn lines outside of class time. Students will need to view live theatre for the Responding task.

What’s important for this subject: willingness to participate and demonstrate respect to other people’s points of view.

Possible career paths

Actor Director

Stage Manager Producer

Playwrights Sound Technician Stunt Performer

Theatrical Costume designer and maker

Theatrical Make-Up Artist Multimedia Developer

Recreation Officer

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: Contemporary Comedy Students will study contemporary clowning and comedy to present a scene from The Clown From Snowy River. Students will also view live theatre to respond to. Task 1: Presenting Task Task 2: Responding Task

Unit 1: From Page to Stage Students explore a contemporary Realism script while developing skills of performance. In a group, students will present a scene from Juice or Skate Students will also view live theatre performance to respond to. Task 1: Presenting Task Task 2: Responding Task

Unit 2: Children’s Theatre Students will study Children’s Theatre and use George’s Marvellous Medicine as stimulus to create a piece of Children’s Theatre Task 3: Forming Task

Unit 2: Political Theatre Students will explore the style of Documentary Drama. Students will research write their own script. Students will then form groups to present a Documentary Drama performance. Task 3: Forming Task Task 4: Presenting Task

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites C or better in Year 10 English; C or better in Year 10 Drama;

Year 11 Drama; Year 11 Drama in Practise

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Drama Troupe Drama Club

The Scene Project

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Electives

Early Childhood

Society has a responsibility to provide a safe, nurturing and challenging environment for children in their

early years, as this is crucial to optimal growth and development. Study of this course will promote an

awareness and sense of understanding for children, their parents, caregivers and those who have the

potential to influence a child’s learning environments.

Subject description: Early Childhood provides an introduction to

caring for children. Students will study a range of topics that will give

them a broad overview of early childhood development along with an

insight into how the child care industry operates. Comprising of both

theoretical and practical components students will have the

opportunity to develop their knowledge using both research skills and

hands on experiences.

Students will study a variety of different topics such as:

Physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of

children

Reproduction, sexual health and childbirth

Prenatal development

Caring for children within an Early Learning Centre

Out of class requirements: Set homework tasks

What’s important for this subject: Compassion and interest in assisting the very young.

Possible career paths Childcare Facilitator Day-care Facilitator

Adolescent nutritionist Dietician

Kindergarten Teaching Primary Teaching

BA Early Years Education BA Education

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10

Unit 1: The Child, Development and Families

Conception and pre-natal development

Physical development

Speech and language development

Unit 2: Childcare and Play

Families and Lifestyle

Childcare Centres

Importance of Play

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Cert lll Childcare

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Possible traineeships in Year 11 and 12

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Electives

Engineering Technology Studies

Students studying subjects in the Engineering, Design and Technology (EDT) department will consider ways that materials, technologies and systems can work together to produce sustainable products and

services in today’s global community.

Subject description: Engineering Technology Studies focuses on applying the theoretical concepts of mathematics and physics to practical engineering solutions. Students explore the application of motion and forces in static and dynamic structures as well as the basic principles behind product design. Students will:

Develop critical thinking skills through problem solving

Understand fundamental engineering principals

Analyse forces in structures

Design and construct projects to test concepts and theories

Utilise Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and techniques

Engineering Technology is a 50% theoretical and a 50% practical subject that prepares students for academic pathways in senior. Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework, design sketching, CAD design.

What’s important for this subject: Competent in mathematics, interest in engineering, design and technologies.

Possible career paths

Architectural Engineer Mechanical Engineer

Civil Engineer Aircraft Engineer

Industrial Designer

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: Marble Machine

Motion Study – Forms of motion and applications

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric Prototyping – Manufacturing, Testing, Evaluation

Unit 1: Hydraulic Crane

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric, Assembly, and Perspective.

Engineering Principles – Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Pressure, Fluid Dynamics, Volume, and Leverage.

CAD Design – Laser cut linkage, 3D print bucket.

Unit 2: Engineering Materials Testing

Material Properties

Force analysis, composite materials

Material Testing and Force Calculations

Unit 2: Marble Lift

Mechanical advantage and calculations

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric, Assembly

Prototype manufacturing

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

This subject can lead into either senior Engineering (General) or Engineering Skills (Applied)

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Electives

Fashion and Textiles

Students studying subjects in Textiles are encouraged to think critically and creatively to make social and ethically responsible decisions to enhance the wellbeing of their self, family and wider community.

Subject description: Textiles Technology engages students in developing innovative skills for a sustainable society through recycled textile items and charitable donations on a global level. Students will:

Investigate design principles.

Implement practical sun-safe and sustainable solutions

Develop critical thinking skills through researching and analysing

Create unique designs Students will be introduced to:

Product design principles

Recycling textile items

Production of real world designs

Out of class requirements: Set homework tasks and fabric

What’s important for this subject: Interest in fabrics and sewing

skills.

Possible career paths

Production design Musical and set dressing

Dressmaker Seamstress Upholsterer

Fashion Designer

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: Pencil Case

Client interview

Design and preparation of materials

Production of functional pencil case with zip insertion and embellishment

Evaluation

Unit 1: Recycled Furniture

Upholstery and timber products

Restoration processes

Surface Finishes

WH&S

Unit 2: Pattern Development

Basic Pattern Alteration

Garment construction through design process

Fibre and fabric properties / characteristics

Sustainability and fit for purpose design.

Creation of prototypes to establish design development process

Unit 2: Fashion

Design Processes

Fabric Properties

Understanding body shape

Trend forecasting and draping techniques

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Furnishing Skills

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Potential involvement with College productions (Dance and Drama)

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Electives

Food Technology

Students studying subjects in Food Technology are encouraged to think critically and creatively to make social and ethically responsible decisions to enhance the wellbeing of their self, family and wider

community.

Subject Description: Food Technology is concerned with the theoretical concepts and practical applications of food preparation, safety, hygiene and nutrition with particular attention to food practices in other cultures and sustainability. Students will:

Immerse themselves in international cuisine and presentation

Understand the principles of food preparation techniques from other

cultures

Design and manufacture products that meet nutritional and quality standards

Implement practical and sustainable solutions to real world problems

Develop critical thinking skills through researching and analysing practical and written projects

Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework and preparation

What’s important for this subject: Interest in cooking and culinary skills.

Possible career paths

Cook Chef Baker Pastry

Food industry Domestic

Course Outline & Assessment:

Year 9

Unit 1: Food Selection

Understanding Staples

Basic preparation methods

Health and Hygiene

Unit 2: Food and Culture

International Cuisine

Flavours and Cultural Significance

Sustainable Practices

Food Cleanliness

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Year 10 – Hospitality Year 11 - Cert lll Hospitality

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Work placement, Traineeships, catering College events

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Electives

Health

The focus of Health Education is understanding of health in the context of society and the mechanisms necessary to develop and promote health for individuals and communities.

Subject description: Studying health allows students to gain an understanding of health issues and how to promote better health for all. Health is a theory based subject that focuses on health promotion. By using an inquiry approach, students will investigate, analyse, apply social justice practices and principals to advocate and promote justified health promotion. Skills developed

Researching and analysis of a range of data sets

Critical thinking and problem solving

Collaboration and Team work Out of class requirements It is expected that students will need to complete approximately 1 hour of homework/study each week due to the demands of this subject. What’s important for this subject A desire to improve health outcomes for people at school, local community, national and global levels

Possible career paths

Nurse Health care worker

Aged care Early childhood Medical scientist

Allied health Physiotherapy

Medicine

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1 – Mental Health Unit 1 – Organ Donation

Unit 2 – Sustainable Health Unit 2 – Youth Homelessness

Assignment techniques may include supervised exams, research assignments and multimodal

presentations.

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

General Subjects Health – C in English Physical Education – C in English

Applied Subject for Sport and Recreation Dual Cert II in Health Support Services Cert III in Fitness

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Involvement in organisation of school wide positive initiatives District and Regional Sport

Various other sporting competitions

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Electives

Hospitality

Students studying Hospitality are encouraged to think critically and creatively to make social and ethically responsible decision to enhance the wellbeing of their self, family and wider community.

Subject description: Hospitality empowers students to enhance their skills and knowledge from previous focus within in domestic applications of food technology and apply this to real life commercial situations. Students will learn basic principles for working in the hospitality industry along with Food and Nutrition Properties and their functions when preparing food items. Students have the opportunity to prepare functions for the International Program and Staff at BSSC as part of curriculum rich assessment tasks. Study of this course will include:

Introduction to Senior Hospitality (WH&S, Safety and Hygiene)

Food preparation, safety and hygiene and nutrition

Function Planning and Menu Costing Completion of this course will prepare students for study and work placement in senior Hospitality (Year 11 and 12) Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework and practical cookery preparation (workplans) What’s important for this subject: Interest in cooking and culinary skills.

Possible career paths

Restaurant Manager Bar Manager

Caterer Chef

Events Coordinator

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10

Unit 1: Function Planning - International High Tea

Processes and tools of the hospitality trade

Safe handling of food

Function planning and menu costing

Unit 2: Food and Nutrition – Mystery Box Challenge

What is Food Science

Food cycles, preservation and experimentation

Properties of Food

Mystery Box challenge practical cookery task

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Cert lll in Hospitality

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Involvement with the International Functions that take place on a regular basis within BSSC school community. Café and Barista Training with Neli Coffee (Year 11 and 12 only), LIVET Hospitality Camp

(Year 11 and 12 Only)

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Electives Industrial Engineering Studies (Metal)

Students studying subjects in the Engineering, Design and Technology (EDT) department will consider ways that materials, technologies and systems can work together to produce sustainable products and

services in today’s global community.

Subject description: Industrial Engineering Studies focuses on the introductory skills and knowledge used by industry. Predominantly a practical subject, students will work with a range of metal materials and products to design and manufacture a series of projects that meet specific design briefs and specifications. Students will:

Identify and apply properties of materials to a range of different situations

Learn how to safety operate a broad range of tools and machinery

Understand how to interoperate working drawings / plans to manufacture products to specific specification

Develop critical thinking skills through practical problem solving Industrial Technology is an 80% practical and a 20% theoretical subject that leads to vocational pathways offered in senior. Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework

What’s important for this subject: Confident and safe use of tools and machines, interest in manufacturing.

Possible career paths

Boiler Making Diesel Fitting

Machinist Fitter and Turner

Automotive Sheet Metal Worker

Concreter Bricklayer

Landscaper Plasterer

Tiler Scaffolder Plumber Roofer

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10 Unit 1: Sheet Metal Fabrication – Folding Drill Box

Introduction to Metal Manufacturing

Introduction to Senior Machinery

Workplace Health and Safety

Interoperating Working Drawings

Industry standards and WH&S

Unit 2: Fitting and Turning - Knurled aluminium scriber sleeve

Introduction to Specialised Metal Machinery and Power Tools

Unit 3: Folding Shovel

Introduction to CNC Plasma Cutter

Multi Materials Project

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

This subject can lead into senior Engineering Skills, Furnishing Skills or Building and Construction Skills (Applied).

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Electives

Industrial Furnishing Studies (Timber)

Students studying subjects in the Engineering, Design and Technology (EDT) department will consider ways that materials, technologies and systems can work together to produce sustainable products and

services in today’s global community.

Subject description: Industrial Furnishing Studies focuses on the introductory skills and knowledge used by industry in relation to timber and timber products. Predominantly a practical subject, students will work with a range of materials, machines and processes to design and manufacture a series of projects that meet design briefs and specifications. Students will:

Identify and apply properties of materials to a range of different situations

Learn how to safety operate a broad range of tools and machinery

Understand how to interoperate working drawings / plans to manufacture products to specific specification

Develop critical thinking skills through practical problem solving Industrial Technology is an 80% practical and a 20% theoretical subject that leads to vocational pathways offered in senior. Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework

What’s important for this subject: Confident and safe use of tools

and machines, interest in manufacturing.

Possible career paths

Carpenter Shop Fitter Concreter Bricklayer

Landscaper Plasterer

Tiler Scaffolder Plumber

Roofer

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10 Unit 1: Timber Camp Stool

Introduction to Timber Joinery

Introduction to Senior Machinery

Workplace Health and Safety

Interoperating Working Drawings

Unit 2: Laminated Chopping Board

Introduction to Specialised Timber Machinery and Power Tools

Sustainable Timbers

Unit 3: Card Box

Introduction to more advanced Timber Joinery

Manufacturing jigs

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

This subject can lead into senior Engineering Skills, Furnishing Skills or Building and Construction Skills (Applied).

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Electives

Industrial Technology Studies

Students studying subjects in the Engineering, Design and Technology (EDT) department will consider ways that materials, technologies and systems can work together to produce sustainable products and

services in today’s global community.

Subject description: Industrial Technology Studies focuses on the introductory skills and knowledge used by industry. Predominantly a practical subject, students will work with a range of materials including timber, metal and plastic to design and manufacture a series of projects that meet specific design briefs and specifications. Students will:

Identify and apply properties of materials to a range of different situations

Learn how to safety operate a broad range of tools and machinery

Understand how to interoperate working drawings / plans to manufacture products to specific specification

Develop critical thinking skills through practical problem solving Industrial Technology is an 80% practical and a 20% theoretical subject that leads to vocational pathways offered in senior. Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework

What’s important for this subject: Confident and safe use of tools

and machines, interest in manufacturing.

Possible career paths

Boiler Making Diesel Fitting

Machinist Fitter and Turner

Automotive Sheet Metal Worker

Carpenter Concreter Bricklayer

Landscaper Plasterer

Tiler Scaffolder Plumber Roofer

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Unit 1: Timber Manufacturing - CO2 Dragster and Timber Puzzle

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric

Aerodynamics

Timber Manufacture and Finishing

Introduction Timber Joinery

Unit 2: Metal Fabrication – Sheet Metal Carryall and Drill Gauge

Sheet Metal Fabrication Tools and Processes

Drill Gauge Introduction to Metal Manufacturing Machinery

Interoperating Working Drawings

Introduction to CNC Plasma Cutting

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

This subject can lead into senior Engineering Skills, Furnishing Skills or Building and Construction Skills (Applied).

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Electives

Information Technology

Information Technology (IT) is an area well known for frequent and rapid change. IT focuses on the way people use technologies to manipulate and share information in its various forms such as text, graphics, sound and video, on a range of devices. This course aims to help prepare students to meet these rapid

changes and to respond to emerging technologies and trends, enabling students to contribute and participate in a global community.

Subject description: Information Technology will provide students a range of skills enabling them to become independent and creative users of technology. Students will study systems ranging from those that support the development of information, such as documents and websites, to those that support technology, such as computer hardware and networks. Students will work towards becoming intermediate users of:

Hardware – function of the major components of a PC, designing for the modern user

Adobe Illustrator – Visual design theories and applications Program solutions – Project and task management, Scratch

programming language

Out of class requirements: Theoretical homework, completion of set

tasks

What’s important for this subject: Interest in and basic knowledge of

computer hardware and software.

Possible career paths

Web Designer Web Developer Game Designer IT Technician

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10

Unit 1: Hardware and Visual Design

Typical hardware components

Visual Design theories

Adobe Illustrator theory and practical applications

Unit 2: Game Design and Coding

Project and Task management

Scratch coding

Languages and syntax

Game app design and testing

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

This subject can lead into senior Information and Communication Technology (Applied).

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Electives

Japanese

Japan plays an important role in the Asia-Pacific region and makes significant contributions to the area’s economic, political and diplomatic climate. Japan and Australia have a close relationship, trading resources in economics, education and tourism. In addition to this, the influence of Japanese culture on modern Australian society is evident in areas such as fashion, food, popular culture, technology and the arts.

Subject description: Why: Japan’s geographical proximity to Australia makes it easy to access and facilitate communication between the two countries. In particular, Burpengary State Secondary College encourages students to interact with, and develop genuine relationships with people from Japan through video conferencing and annual visits from a sister schools (japan trip). These relationships and the general study of Japanese foster cultural awareness, tolerance and empathy for people from other countries What it will help students do: The ability to interact effectively with people from other cultures, along with intercultural competence, enables students to become active and informed citizens in a global world.

Skills developed: Another key aspect of Japanese language learning is communication. In addition to learning the linguistic elements of a language, students participate in a range of interactions allowing them to develop skills in exchanging and negotiating meaning in various contexts.

Out of class requirements: Home completed as required.

What’s important for this subject: An enthusiasm to learn about a different culture, the relationship between Australia and Japan and a desire to speak Japanese.

Possible career paths

International Trade and Business

Tourism and Hospitality Education

Journalism and Media Gaming Industry

Animator Translator

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: My Town Writing and Listening Exam

Unit 1: Health and Fitness Reading and Writing Exam

Unit 2: Youth Culture Writing and Speaking Exam

Unit 2: My Future Listening and Writing Exam

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

Japanese - B in Semester 1 Year 10 Japanese

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Various excursions related to units studied Japan Trip Anime Club

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Electives

Media Arts

We study The Creative Arts because we want to create and communicate ideas and stories through sound, movement, words and images. We work individually, and in groups, to inspire understanding and

happiness in ourselves and our audiences.

Subject description: The media is a powerful entity which plays a significant role within society. It's about actively engaging with media practice, theory and production. Media is about working within the industry, and requires skills like good project management and critical thinking. Studying media helps students gain an understanding of how media surrounds our society and has an impact on almost every aspect of our lives. Along with equipping students with the technical capabilities needed for their craft such as storyboarding, filming and editing techniques, students will learn a range of skills such as analysis and critical thinking techniques. Skills developed:

Production skills

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Team work and role delegation

Visual design

Editing skills

Time-management skills

Adaptability and flexibility Out of class requirements: E.G. homework Students will be required to plan and find footage outside of class times and work with others during their own time. Students will also be required to complete written components of assessment at home.

Possible career paths

Director/editor cinematographer

Media planner Multimedia specialist Program researcher,

broadcasting/film/video Runner,

broadcasting/film/video Animator

Game designer Social media manager Television/film/video

producer Advertising

Broadcast journalist Event manager

Magazine journalist Market researcher

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10 Unit 1 Lights, Camera… Western – exploring the characteristics of different film genres Task 1: A Photoshop movie poster that follows the characteristics of a chosen genre Task 2: Planning, filming and editing of a movie trailers that follows the characteristics of a chosen genre

Unit 1 Stop…Motion Time – exploring the differences between stop motion animation and computer animation Task 1: Creation of stop motion and computer animation in pairs Task 2: Comparative analyse essay comparting the two types of animation and commenting in their relevance in a 21st century world

Unit 2 I’ll take two! – Deconstructing television advertisements looking at target audience and advertising techniques Task 1: Planning, filming and editing of a television commercial Task 2: Analytical essay deconstructing a television commercial focusing on target audience and advertising techniques

Unit 2 Silence Please – a leap into the past to the world of 1920s silent films Task 1: Planning, filming and editing of a silent film that includes all elements of the genre

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

To study Film Television and New Media in Year 11 - C or better in Year 10 English; C or better in Year 10 Media; Can also lead to Year 11 Media Studies.

Extra Curricular opportunities

Arts Innovation Media Group, Backstage and Technical Production Crew

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Electives

Music

We study The Creative Arts because we want to create and communicate ideas and stories through sound, movement, words and images. We work individually, and in groups, to inspire understanding and

happiness in ourselves and our audiences.

Subject description: Music is for you if enjoy singing, playing instruments, writing and composing Music, listening and responding to Music, exploring and experiencing new and previously unknown genres, performers and styles of Music. Studying music will help students to improve group working skills to collectively perform and rehearse music; Improve individual creative thinking processes and apply them to performing, composing and listening. Skills developed: singing, playing an instrument, composing music, analysing and responding to Music

Out of class requirements:

Extra-curricular performances during lunchtimes and after school for College and Community audiences Participation in College ensembles, groups, Musicals, Showcase events, Community Music events What’s important for this subject: an interest and passion for music in its many forms

Possible career paths

Musician Solo performer, Band

member, Orchestra member, Session musician Music Teacher

Primary/Secondary, Private tuition, University

Sound and Lighting Operator

Composer/Songwriter Disc Jockey

Retail Sound/Lighting/Technology

Instrument technician/repairer Group leader/director

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1 Keyboard and Advertising Jingles - Perform 1 and 2 hands keyboard solo - Compose 16 bar advertising jingle

Unit 1 Vocal Music - Perform small group Vocal with harmony - Compose Verse and Chorus song for voice and

piano/guitar

Unit 2 Guitar and Song writing - Perform 16 bar 3 chord rock song - Compose 16 bar song for voice and guitar

Unit 2 Digital Music Composing and Live Performance - Compose original electronic/dance piece 1-2

mins - Written - Aural Analysis of works/composers

studied

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

To Study Year 11 Music - C or better in Year 10 English; C or better in Year 10 Music;

Extra-Curricular opportunities

Arts Innovation Music Groups, Rock Band, Instrumental Music Ensembles

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Electives

Physical Education

Physical Education helps students explore how they are able to enhance their own and others’ health through physical activity.

Subject description: In PE, students develop the knowledge, skills, processes and dispositions to promote health and wellbeing, actively engage in physical activity and enhance their personal development. PE develops healthy and active citizens with critical inquiry skills to analyse and understand the influences on their own and others’ health, safety, wellbeing, and physical activity participation. Skills developed:

Physical movement skills

Develop health literacy

Critical inquiry skills Out of class requirements: It is expected that students will need to complete approximately 1 hour of homework/study each week due to the demands of this subject. What’s important for this subject This subject requires you to actively participate in theory and practical activities.

Possible career paths

Ambulance Officer Army Soldier

Dietician Fitness Instructor

Health Promotion Officer Police Officer

Physiotherapist

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: Principals of training and AFL/Touch Unit 1: Sports Psychology and Volleyball/Athletics

Unit 2: Drugs and Alcohol and Soccer Unit 2: Biomechanics and Badminton

Assessment techniques to be used include supervised examinations, research assessment and practical performance.

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

General Subjects Health – C in English Physical Education – C in English

Essential Subject - Sport and Recreation Dual Cert II in Health Support Services Cert III in Fitness

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Sports Innovation District and Regional Sport

Various other sporting competitions

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Electives

Psychology

Students who are interested in why human beings behave the way they do may choose Psychology. This is the scientific study of mind and behaviour, so an interest in Maths and Science is also essential.

Subject description: Psychology aims to develop students’: • interest in psychology and their appreciation for how this knowledge can be used to understand contemporary issues

• appreciation of the complex interactions, involving multiple parallel processes, that continually influence human behaviour

• understanding that psychological knowledge has developed over time and is used in a variety of contexts, and is informed by social, cultural and ethical considerations Skills developed:

Information retrieval from listening, observing and research.

Scientific reading and writing.

Data representation and analysis. Out of class requirements It is expected that students will need to complete approximately 2 hour of homework/study each week. What’s important for this subject: It is expected that an appreciation of, and respect for, evidence-based conclusions and the processes required to gather, scrutinise and use evidence. Students will be required to learn and apply aspects of the knowledge and skill of the discipline (thinking, experimentation, problem-solving and research skills), understand how it works and how it may impact society.

Possible career paths

Clinical Psychologist Research Psychologist Social Worker Health Services Forensic Science Education Law Business Management Marketing Human Resources Sports Psychologist Community Services

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 10 Unit 1 Students investigate the structure and function of the human brain and nervous system. Students examine factors within cognitive development and explore changes that occur over the lifespan of an individual. Students are introduced to free will vs determinism and nature verse nurture. Unit 2 Students explore theories of emotion and how emotions can influence behaviour. They will develop scientific skills and conceptual understanding of intelligence, attention and memory and the factors that can impact them.

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites General Subjects Biology – B Science and a C English Chemistry - B Science and a C English Psychology - B Science and a C English Aerospace Systems- B Science, C Maths and a C English Physics - B Science, B Maths Methods and a C English

Essential Subjects Science in Practice – no prerequisite Aquatic Practices - no prerequisite

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Electives

STEM

STEM is the all about asking questions and being challenged in the fields of Science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Subject description: Studying STEM means learning about the world around you and finding innovative solutions to real-world challenges. It’s been predicted that 75 per cent of all jobs will require STEM skills over the next decade. What it will help students do: It allows for students to immerse themselves in advanced collaborative STEM based projects. Skills developed:

Team building

Problem solving and critical thinking

Communication and Collaboration Out of class requirements: E.G. homework It is expected that students will need to complete approximately 1 hour of homework/study each week due to the demands of this subject. What’s important for this subject This subject is for students that have a passion for the STEM subjects.

Possible career paths

Financial analyst Engineer

Medical scientist Business services

manager Researcher

Aviation specialist

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1 – Rocketry

Introduction to Flight and Aerodynamics

Physics of Flight

Rapid Prototyping

Unit 1 – Aviation: Arduino Coding and Drones

Arduino Coding Language

Industry Drone Applications

Computer Aided Drafting and Laser Cutting

Drone Flight and Control

Unit 2 – Biomedical Engineering

Introduction to Anatomy

Biomedical Breakthroughs – Engineering Materials

Prototyping and Ergonomics

Unit 2 – Formula 1 in Schools CO2 Cars

Computer Aided Drafting

Computer Numerical Controlled Milling

Rapid Prototyping

Assessment techniques that will be used are supervised exams, multimodal presentations and portfolios.

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites These STEM electives lead into all senior Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics subjects.

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Electives

Visual Art

We study The Creative Arts because we want to create and communicate ideas and stories through sound, movement, words and images. We work individually, and in groups, to inspire

understanding and happiness in ourselves and our audiences.

Subject description: Visual Art is a powerful and pervasive means which students use to make images and objects, communicating aesthetic meaning and understanding from informed perspectives. In a world of increasing technologies, knowledge and understanding of how meanings are constructed is critical to being a consumer or producer of images. What it will help students do: Visual Art uses an inquiry model, enabling multi-modal thinking and individual responses through researching, developing, resolving and reflecting. Skills developed:

Define and solve visual problems.

Experiment with and apply media to communicate meaning.

Analysing, interpreting and synthesizing information.

Making informed judgements. Out of class requirements: Students will be required to collect, organise, arrange and display research and development of ideas in a visual diary. The visual diary is used to assess students on their ability to describe, analyse and evaluate work of their own and other artists. Students will need to use out of class time to work in and complete visual diary. What’s important for this subject: An enjoyment for creating artworks

and an ability to write paragraphs explaining your point of view.

Possible career paths

Graphic designer Digital illustrator

Web design Animator

Photographer Food stylist

Florist Personal stylist

Primary/ high school teacher

Art instructor Art therapist

Fashion designer Fine artist

Tattoo artist

Course Outline & Assessment

Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: My Style

Ceramic shoe inspired by popular culture

Visual diary

Unit 1: My Self

Mixed media portfolio and self-portrait

Visual diary

Unit 2: My World

Lino print design inspired by geometry and insects

Visual diary

Unit 2: My Place

Painting of a place or space

Visual diary

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites Certificate III in Visual Art – C in English Recommended

Year 10 Visual Art Recommended

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Arts Innovation Visual Art Group

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