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Year 10 Course Descriptor Handbook

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Contents Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 3

English ........................................................................................................................... 4 Mathematics Level 1 ...................................................................................................... 5 Mathematics Level 2 ...................................................................................................... 6 Mathematics Level 3 ...................................................................................................... 7 Numeracy ...................................................................................................................... 8 Science .......................................................................................................................... 9 Personal Learning Plan ................................................................................................ 10 History ......................................................................................................................... 11 Advanced Dance .......................................................................................................... 12 Art Practical ................................................................................................................. 13 Business and Technology ............................................................................................ 14 Ceramics...................................................................................................................... 15 Commerce ................................................................................................................... 16 Computer Game Development ..................................................................................... 17 Computing ................................................................................................................... 18 Film Production ............................................................................................................ 19 Drama .......................................................................................................................... 20 Extension Music ........................................................................................................... 21 Food 4 Life ................................................................................................................... 22 Foundation Music ......................................................................................................... 23 Graphic Design ............................................................................................................ 24 Geography ................................................................................................................... 25 Legal Studies ............................................................................................................... 26 Media Studies .............................................................................................................. 27 Metalwork .................................................................................................................... 28 Outdoor Education ....................................................................................................... 29 Photography ................................................................................................................ 30 Photoshop .................................................................................................................... 31 Physical Education Studies .......................................................................................... 32 Physical Education/Health ........................................................................................... 33 Physical Pursuits .......................................................................................................... 34 Pop Culture Asia .......................................................................................................... 35 Sport Education ........................................................................................................... 36 Stage One Chinese Beginners ..................................................................................... 37 Stage One Chinese Continuers .................................................................................... 38 Stage One Chinese Background Speakers .................................................................. 39 Stage One Computer Applications ............................................................................... 40 Stage One Indonesian Beginners ................................................................................ 41 Stage One Indonesian Continuers ............................................................................... 42 Stage One Information Technology .............................................................................. 43 Stage One Italian Beginners ........................................................................................ 44 Stage One Japanese Beginners .................................................................................. 45 Stage One Japanese Continuers ................................................................................. 46 Stage One Modern Greek Continuers .......................................................................... 47 Stage One Spanish Beginners ..................................................................................... 48 Stylish Food ................................................................................................................. 49 Woodwork 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Introduction Darwin High School offers a wide range of subjects at Year 10, Stage 1 and Stage 2 level. In Year 10, students are required to complete four compulsory subjects each semester – Mathematics, English, Science and History (one semester) and Personal Learning Plan (one semester). This Course Descriptor Handbook is designed to give students and parents a general idea of what is covered in each subject so that informed decisions can be made when selecting subjects. Selecting appropriate subjects can be a very difficult task and it is also recommended that students discuss possible course selection with their parents, current teachers and year level coordinators before making final decisions. Students are encouraged to keep their options open enough to avail themselves of courses and career alternatives. As is often the case, if students do not have a career in mind they should choose subjects that they are good at, interested in and enjoy doing. In Year 10, students must complete four compulsory subjects and two electives each semester:

Year 10 Maths or Numeracy

Year 10 English/ESL or Literacy

Year 10 Science

Year 10 History (one semester) Year 10 Personal Learning Plan (one semester)

Two electives (either Year 10 or Stage One courses where appropriate)


English

Subject

Year 10 English Code: 10ENS1/S2 10ESLS1/S2 10LIS1/S2 10EHS1/S2

Learning Area English/Humanities

Contact Teacher: Ms S Schuman Subject Description Year 10 English is compulsory for all Darwin High School Students. Darwin High School offers courses for Students Of High Potential (SOHP) English, ESL English, Literacy and English at Year 10. Students will listen to, read, view and respond to a range of written and visual texts. Each student will meet a range of performance standards from the English Curriculum domains of Knowledge and Understanding, Analysis, Application and Communication. Students will study: Semester 1

Novel

Film

A range of short literary and non-literary texts

Extended prose texts independently. Semester 2

Drama

Poetry

A range of short literary and non-literary texts

Extended prose texts independently. Assessment Types

Text Analysis

Text Production

Extended Study (Semester 1 Connected Texts and Semester 2 Language Study). Further study These courses prepare students for all Stage 1 English courses (Studies, Communications, ESL, Literacy and Pathways).


Mathematics Level 1 Subject Mathematics Level One Code: 10MA1S1/S2

Learning Area Mathematics

Contact Teacher: Ms E Bell Subject Description In line with the Australian curriculum, this semester course involves the following: Understanding: Describing patterns in uses of indices, applying the four operations to algebraic fractions, finding unknowns in formulas after substitution and making the connection between algebraic and graphical representations of relations

Fluency: Formulating proofs using factorising and expanding algebraic expression and using a range of strategies to solve equations

Problem Solving: Calculating the surface area and volume of a diverse range of prisms and using algebraic and graphical techniques to find solutions to simultaneous equations and inequalities

Reasoning: Developing strategies in investigating sketching linear and quadratic graphs.

In Semester 1 students will study:

Algebra and the Number System

Measurement

Linear Functions & Simultaneous Equations

Quadratic Algebra. The course content for Semester 2 is currently in draft form in preparation for the new Stage 1 SACE Australian Curriculum requirements. Assessment Types

Skills and Application Tasks

Folio.

Further study This course prepares students for Pre Methods, Pre Essentials or Pre General in Semester 2.


Mathematics Level 2 Subject Mathematics Level Two Code: 10MA2S1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms E Bell Subject Description In line with the Australian curriculum, this semester course involves the following: Understanding: Describing the relationship between graphs and equations, simplifying a range of algebraic expressions and calculating areas of shapes, surface areas of prisms and finding unknowns in formulas after substitution and making the connection between algebraic and graphical representations of relations

Fluency: Applying the index laws to expressions with integer indices, expressing numbers in scientific notation, developing familiarity with calculations involving the Cartesian plane and using a range of strategies to solve equations

Problem Solving: Calculating surface areas and volumes of right prisms

Reasoning: Developing strategies in investigating and sketching linear graphs. In Semester 1 students will study:

The Number Systems and Algebra

Linear Functions and Simultaneous Equations

Consumer Mathematics

Measurement. The course content for Semester 2 is currently in draft form in preparation for the new Stage 1 SACE Australian Curriculum requirements. Assessment Types


Folio.

Further study This course prepares students for Pre Mathematical Methods or Pre Mathematical Applications in semester 2. .


Mathematics Level 3 Subject Mathematics Level Three Code: 10MA3S1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms E Bell Subject Description In line with Australian curriculum, this semester course involves the following: Understanding: Describing patterns in uses of indices, identifying commonalities between operations with algebra and arithmetic, connecting rules of relations and functions and their graphs, contrasting measurements of perimeter and area and using fractions and decimals to describe probabilities.

Fluency: Calculating accurately with simple decimals, indices and integers, recognising equivalence of common decimals and fractions including repeating decimals, simplifying basic algebraic expressions, evaluating perimeters, areas and volumes of common shapes.

Problem Solving: Formulating and modelling authentic situations involving areas and perimeters of common shapes.

Reasoning: Justifying the result of a calculation or estimation as reasonable, explaining formal and intuitive use of ratios for comparing rates and prices, deriving one probability from its complement


Number



Folio.

Further study This course prepares students for Pre Mathematical Applications or Pre Mathematical Pathways in semester 2.


Numeracy Subject Numeracy Code: 10NUS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms E Bell Subject Description In line with Australian curriculum, this semester course involves the following:

Understanding: Making connections between representations of numbers, comparing and ordering fractions, percentages and decimals and representing fractions, percentages, decimals and ratios in various ways

Fluency: Choosing appropriate units of measurement for calculation of perimeter and area and using estimation to check the reasonableness of answers to calculations.

Problem Solving: Formulating and solving authentic problems using numbers and measurements.


Number



Folio.

Further study This course prepares students for Pre Mathematical Pathways or Numeracy in semester 2.


Science Subject Science Code: 10SCS1/S2

Learning Area Science

Contact Teacher: Mr T Copland Subject Description Year 10 Science is compulsory for all Darwin High School students. In semester one, students will study the following topics:

Chemical Science – Periodic Table and chemical reactions

Earth and Space Science – the universe, the carbon cycle and other global systems. .

In semester two, students will study the following topics:

Biological Science - genetics and evolution

Physical Science – energy conservation and motion.

In 2016 Darwin High School will be offering a Girls Only Science class. This class is only open to girls who have demonstrated an above average ability in mathematics. NAPLAN data will be used to determine eligibility. Assessment Types

Investigation Folio including practicals and research reports

Skills and Application Tasks involving tests.

Further study This course prepares students for all Stage 1 Science courses.


Personal Learning Plan Subject Stage One Personal Learning Plan Code: 10FPS1/S2

Learning Area Student Career Development

Contact Teacher: Ms M Davies Subject Description The Personal Learning Plan (PLP) is a compulsory subject for all Year 10 students at Darwin High School. Students must achieve a C Grade or better to complete the subject successfully and gain their NTCET. The PLP helps students to:

plan their personal and learning goals for the future

make informed decisions about their personal development, education and training. Developing goals for the future will engage students in activities such as:

selecting subjects, courses and other learning relevant to pathways through and beyond school

investigating possible career choices

exploring personal and learning goals. Assessment Types

Folio

Reflection.


History Subject History Code: 10HIS1/S2

Learning Area English and Humanities

Contact Teacher: Ms S Schuman Subject Description History is a compulsory subject for all Year 10 students at Darwin High School. Students will complete one semester of History. The Year 10 curriculum covers the history of Australia and the Modern World from 1918 to the present. The twentieth century was an important period in Australia’s social, cultural, economic and political development. The transformation of the modern world during a period of global conflict and international cooperation provides a necessary context for understanding Australia’s development and Australia’s place within the Asia-Pacific region. The course will begin with an Overview of Australia in the Modern World. The study of History will occur through depth studies. Depth Studies are a closer investigation of a particular topic which allows time for more detailed discussion. It provides students with the opportunity to develop and apply the concepts and skills of historical understanding to events, periods, people and societies of particular significance. Depth studies commonly employ close reading of historical texts, investigation of primary sources, activities (such as site and museum visits) and student inquiries. Two of the three depth studies are mandated by the Australian Curriculum.

World War II

Rights and Freedoms

The Globalising World. Assessment Types

Sources Analysis

Folio. Further study This course prepares students for all Stage 1 History courses.


Advanced Dance Subject Advanced Dance Code: 10ADS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms S Calver, Ms J Quinn, Mrs A Bryett Subject Description This is a practical subject that explores the four components of dance: technique, composition, performance and appreciation. Students will develop creative tools and devices for composition skills, extending their vocabulary of contemporary dance. Students will further develop an understanding and competency in dance through extending skills gained in Year 9. Students will also develop their compositional skills, terminology use and analytical abilities towards their own work as well as works of others. Assessment Types

Technique

Composition

Performance and Response.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Dance in Stage 1.


Art Practical Subject Art Practical Code: 10APS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description This subject encourages students to use imagination, explore ideas and a variety of resources for self expression in two dimensional and three dimensional studies. This subject will foster enjoyment in the visual arts and assist in the preparation of students for Stage 1 Art Practical and Stage 2 Visual Art – Art Practical. The course content will engage students in:

The development of themes through to the creation of art works

The development of skills in the production of art works and the processes involved

Researching, analysing and responding to artworks. Assessment Types

Folio

Practical

Visual Study.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Visual Arts subjects in Stage 1.


Business and Technology

Subjects Year 10 Business and

Technology Code: 10BTS1/S2

Learning Area Business, Enterprise & Technology

Contact Teacher: Mr J Prakash, Mr M Atfield Business and Technology aims to develop students learning in areas of business environment, nature and role of business, marketing and the impact and role of technology in businesses. Students will make field trips to see the various forms of technology used in businesses and also have the opportunity of learning and using various types of E-commerce to do business. Content Year 10 Business and Technology comprises topics four major topics and there is scope to integrate other issues relating to business and technology. Topics

Introduction to Business and Technology

E-commerce

Technology for Business

Technology for marketing Assessment Type The following assessment types enable students to demonstrate their learning in Year 10 Business and Technology:

Report

Investigation.


Ceramics Subject Ceramics Code: 10CES1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description Ceramics is designed to develop skills and enjoyment in the use of clay. Areas of study include:

3D sculpture

Ceramics

Record ideas and development in a visual journal

Research several ceramic artists reproducing the styles with short notes on techniques.

Assessment Types

Folio

Practical

Visual Study.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Visual Arts subjects in Stage 1.


Commerce Subject Commerce Code: 10COS1/S2

Learning Area Business Enterprise and Technology

Contact Teacher: Mr J Prakash, Mr M Atfield Subject Description This subject will focus on two main areas. The first half of the course will focus on Personal Financial Intelligence where students will develop their financial literacy skills. The second half of the course will focus on the rights and responsibilities of young consumers at home and in the workplace. Topics covered may include:

Earning an income

Spending and saving

Financial services and systems

Managing finance

Consumer awareness and protection

Investment Types

E-Commerce

Assessment Types

Investigation

Research Report. Further study This course prepares students for studying Stage 1 Business and Enterprise, Accounting and Economics.


Computer Game Development Subject Game Development Code: 10AGS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Mr D Clayton

Subject Description Students will gain experience in the design and development of computer games for mobile devices and the internet. This subject focuses on developing skills for game development including the analysis of a variety of game genres, graphic design and computer programming basics. Students will critically evaluate a number of popular games and investigate careers in the game development industry. The tasks will develop a range of IT skills in each student. They will use Photoshop to design and edit graphics and Game Salad to build engaging computer games. Students will work in teams to build a portfolio of games in a range of styles. The system development lifecycle will be followed to encourage the critical analysis of products developed. Assessment Type

Folio

Project.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Information Technology courses in Stage 1


Computing Subject Computing Code: 10CAS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir

Subject Description Students will gain experience in a broad range of computer programs, including introductory programming, the use of various programs and computer game design. This subject focuses on developing skills for creative and problem-solving strategies. Students will use a systems development approach to plan their work. They will critically evaluate the development process and the impact of the computer development industry in society. The tasks will develop a range if IT skills in each student. They will use HTML code, Photoshop and editing applications to make websites, and Game salad to make engaging compute games. Students will develop and use a variety of research and application skills for the Currency exerc2ise. In completing the task they will also use a range of image editing software e.g. Adobe Photoshop CS6, Adobe InDesign CS6 etc. The Rhino modeling task will teach the class how to build a 3d virtual model and then print it on the 3d printer. Assessment Types Skills and Applications

Project. Further study This course prepares students for studying Information Technology courses in Stage 1.


Film Production Subject Film Production Code: 10VIS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms K Young Subject Description This is a predominantly a practical based course that explores the creative concepts and skills used in film, television and video production but may involve investigating newspapers, radio, video games, the internet and mobile media. This is an introduction course in analysing, creating ideas and making media arts. Students will develop technical skills in the use of video equipment. Industry standard video editing software, digital video cameras, portable sound recording and tripods will be used to enable students to gain knowledge of the production skills for a specific purpose, meaning and style in the creation of their own media arts. Students participate in individual and group work. Assessment Types . Analyse and respond to a range of media artworks . Create, make and display media artworks for a specific purpose, meaning and style Further study This course prepares students for studying Visual Arts or Creative Arts - in Stage 1 and Stage 2, with an interest in media, television, film or video production.


Drama Subject Drama Code: 10DRS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description Students will have the opportunity to develop and extend a range of skills including

Improvisation

Characterisation

Scriptwriting

Performance. Students will develop a short piece of theatre suitable for a particular audience. This may be student devised or scripted or a combination of both. The students will also learn how to critique theatre performances and keep a journal reflecting on their work. Assessment Types

Performance

Investigation and Presentation

Folio.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Drama in Stage 1.


Extension Music Subject Extension Music Code: 10EMS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description This subject has been designed for students with a music background who wish to engage in further intensive musical studies. Students undertaking this course are expected to have a minimum of two years music experience. This course will allow students to continue developing their theoretical knowledge, performance, technical work and aural skills. It will help set the ground work for further music studies in Stage One and onto Stage Two Music. Areas of study include:

Performance Studies (solo and/or ensemble)

Technique

Musicianship Theory and Aural

Composing and arranging activities Assessment Types

Skills Presentation

Skills Development

Folio.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Music in Stage 1.


Food 4 Life Subject Food 4 Life Code: 10FLS1/S2

Learning Area Health and Physical Education

Contact Teacher: Ms P McIntyre Subject Description In this course, students explore a range of basic food preparation techniques and gain skills to assist them in making wise food choices to suit their independent needs. Practical lessons are a feature of the program and are conducted almost every week. Students will cook a wide variety of recipes which will give them the skills they need to take care of themselves in a health conscious manner. Students will also examine their diet in relation to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating. Assessment Types

Practical with written component Further study This course prepares students for studying Home Economics courses in Stage 1 .


Foundation Music Subject Foundation Music Code: 10FMS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the world of music. The knowledge and skills that will be gained in this course will allow students to continue into Stage One Music. Students will study:

Performing

Composing

Listening

Music Appreciation

Electronic Music

Theory. Assessment Types

Skills Presentation

Skills Development

Folio.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Music in Stage 1.


Graphic Design Subject Graphic Design Code: 10GRS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Mr T O’Connor, Ms A Bryett Subject Description The focus of this class is to make students better visual problem solvers and be challenged by a range of project based activities including logo design and branding, packaging design, poster and t-shirt design. Students will learn fundamental technical skills in the creative industry standard Adobe software applications Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign. In addition to learning these versatile programs students will learn the basic creative functions of digital cameras, flatbed scanners, graphics tablets and digital printing. The course will cover the design process from start to finish, so along with technical skills students will be more confident in responding to a design brief and generating creative ideas. students will produce an individual visual folio that showcases creative work and include finished design concepts and artworks. Assessment Types

Folio

Practical

Visual Study. Further study This course prepares students for studying Visual Arts Design or Photography in Stage 1.


Geography Subject Geography Code: 10GES1/S2

Learning Area English and Humanities

Contact Teacher: Ms S Schuman Subject Description Students investigate our world to understand how people and the environment interact. The climate, environment, vegetation, communities, water, landscape are subjects of investigation; through exploration and discussion of them, students will understand the natural world and how we shape it. In the course students will:

develop geography skills, including map reading and interpretation, and a working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), computer based tools for mapping and analysing geographic information

investigate the geography of their local area, recording and analysing geographic data on local coastlines, land use and transport used to produce reports examining current and likely future uses.

Assessment Types


Inquiry

Fieldwork and Investigation.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Geography at Stage 1.


Legal Studies Subject Year 10 Legal Studies Code: 10LEGS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms S Schuman

Subject Description Year 10 Legal Studies is designed to provide an introductory course in civics and the law. The course is very much hands on, with students participating in mock trials, parliaments and debates. Students will take part in excursions to the law courts and parliament house, as well as listening to guest speakers from the police, Legal Aid and other organisations that are stakeholders in the legal system. Students will explore ‘celebrity’ cases, as well as studying key moments in Australian legal history. Students will also discuss and analyse the way the law is portrayed in TV shows such as CSI and Law and Order. Assessment Types

Folio

Issues Study Text Production

Presentation.

Further study The course will provide students with oral and written skills which will provide a solid grounding for Humanities subjects in Stage 1 and 2.


Media Studies Subject Media Studies Code: 10MSS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms S Schuman Subject Description Media Studies at Year 10 offers students an introduction to media literacy and production skills. Students analyse, interact with and produce media texts from a range of media types. The purpose of the unit at this year level is to introduce students to key concepts in Media Studies and develop their understanding and knowledge of these concepts. Essential production skills will also be taught, which students can then carry into Stage 1 and 2. In Year 10 Media Studies is designed to provide a basis of understanding of different media types which would then provide a platform for students going on to complete Media Studies in Stage 1 and 2. In a 20 week course, the unit will cover three topics chosen from those listed below: Topic One: An introduction to Media Studies Topic Two: Written Media Topic Three: Visual Media Topic Four: Audio/Aural Media Topic Five: Multimedia. Assessment Types

Folio

Interaction

Product.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Media Studies at Stage 1


Metalwork Subject Metalwork Code: 10MWS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description In this course students will have the opportunity to develop a complex range of metalworking skills. This will include the processes of machining, arc, mig, and oxy-acetylene welding, precision operation of equipment and advanced hand techniques. Students will complete practical set test pieces on a regular basis while also designing and executing a major fabricated project. All students will become familiar with portable power tools; their safe and competent use. Projects will include the fabrication of a tool box and the machining of a number of small hand tools such as hammers and punches. Assessment Types

Skills and Applications Tasks,

Folio

Product.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Metalwork in Stage 1. The skills developed may be of assistance if students are applying for metal fabrication or building apprenticeships.


Outdoor Education

Subjects

Stage 1 Outdoor Education 1 Code: 11OEDS1 Credits 10

Stage 1 Outdoor Education 2 Code 11OEDS2 Credits 10

Stage 2 Outdoor Education Code 2OEDY Credits 20

Learning Area Health & Personal Development

Outdoor Education is the study of the human connection to natural environments through outdoor activities. Students develop leadership, resilience and teamwork through participating in activities and trips. Outdoor Education explores environmental issues through observation and evaluation. The study of Outdoor Education also gives students opportunities to achieve good health and develop personal skills. Students reflect critically on environmental practices and are introduced to employment options in the outdoor and environmental fields. Content A 10-credit subject consists of the following four topics:

Environment and Conservation Planning and Management Outdoor Activities Outdoor Journey.

Assessment Types

Practical

Folio

Report: a report on the outdoor journey. Further study This course prepares students for studying Outdoor Education at Stage 2.


Photography Subject Photography Code: 10PHS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description This course is a theoretical and practical introduction to photography in which you will learn the basic technical considerations associated with camera operation and image formation. The course introduces digital capture and will provide you with technical skills associated with manual camera control and composition. You will also learn editing of photographic images using Adobe Photoshop and specialist programs including Colour Efex Pro, Analogue Efex and Silver Efex. This program fosters excellence, curiosity, creativity, imagination and problem solving skills. This course encourages opportunities for the development of individuality, confidence, cooperation and communication. Assessment Types

Folio

Practical

Visual Study.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Photography or Design in Stage 1.


Photoshop

Subject Photoshop Code: 10PSS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description This course will give students the skills to master Photoshop’s core functions including basic corrections and adjustments, photographic manipulations and digital painting and restoration. In addition to learning this versatile piece of software students will learn the basic creative functions of digital cameras, flatbed scanners, graphics tablets and digital printing. This class will take students through the basics of the program and provide plenty of opportunities to explore and develop more advanced techniques. Students will produce a visual folio of artworks from class projects as well as initiate personal creative works. In addition to practical skills students will study the work of contemporary artists working in Photoshop, and have the opportunity to develop students creative problem solving skills and sense of individuality and personal expression through art. Assessment Types

Folio

Practical

Visual Study.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Visual Arts Design or Photography in Stage 1.


Physical Education Studies Subject Physical Education Studies Code: 10PES1/S2


Contact Teacher: Mr S Lewis Driver Subject Description This course will allow students to participate in a range of individual and team sports and develop knowledge and understanding of basic anatomy and physiology and skill acquisition. For each practical activity undertaken basic rules, skills, tactics and individual responsibilities will be covered in game situations. Theory components will focus on developing the necessary background to progress to Stage One Physical Education Studies. In semester one, students will complete practical activities based on student/class interest and will complete the following theory topics:

Basic Anatomy and Physiology

Training and Fitness

Issues in Sport. In semester two, students will complete practical activities based on student/class interest and will complete the following theory topics:

Skill acquisition

Biomechanics

Issues in Sport

Students must bring a change of clothes for each practical lesson, as well as appropriate footwear. Assessment Types

Practical

Folio. Further study This course prepares students for studying Physical Education Studies at Stage 1.


Physical Education/Health Subject Physical Education/Health Code: 10PEHS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms A Pedersen Subject Description This semester length integrated course will allow students to participate in a range of individual and team sports. For each sport studied, basic rules, skills, tactics, game awareness and individual responsibilities will be covered in game situations. Practical unit selection is based on availability of resources/facilities, teacher expertise and student interest. Theory components will focus on current health issues relevant to adolescents. Assessment Types

Practical

Folio. Further study This course prepares students for studying Health at Stage 1.


Physical Pursuits

Subject Physical Pursuits Code: 10PPS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Mr S Lewis Driver Subject Description This subject is designed to prepare students to participate in future outdoor education and PE programs. The subject will have an emphasis on developing safe and effective behaviours through a range of sporting and outdoor activities. Students will participate in a variety of physically and mentally challenging activities to facilitate development of personal and interpersonal skills including: discipline, resilience, effective communication, leadership and conflict resolution. Assessment Types

Practical

Folio. Further study This course prepares students for studying Physical Education or Outdoor Education at Stage 1.


Pop Culture Asia Subject Pop Culture Asia Code: 10PCAS1/S2

Learning Area Languages

Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description Asian pop culture has grown in global popularity in recent years. In this course, students will increase their understanding of popular culture in contemporary Asian societies and explore the languages and values of Asian cultures through this medium. This subject focuses on developing skills in inquiry and research. Students will compare cultural values evident in pop culture with their own and explore how pop culture is viewed across generations within Asian and Australian communities. Students will view and create texts using multimedia to demonstrate their understanding. Students will learn about different forms of pop culture in Asia, including Anime, k-pop, Manga, Kungfu movies, Balinese art, Bollywood and Taiwanese dramas. Students will learn key vocabulary (in the related Asian language) encountered in these and be able to explain the meanings of these in English to others. Students will explore their own connections and responses to the values and ideas commonly presented in Asian pop culture thereby increasing their intercultural competence. Assessment Types

Text Analysis

Text Production

Investigation. Further study

This course prepares students for studying Languages at Stage 1 level.


Sport Education Subject Sport Education Code: 10SES1/S2


Contact Teacher: Mr J Maclean Subject Description This semester length develops skills in leadership, coaching/ staff development, fitness and cooperating in a team setting. Students are given the opportunity to participate and learn rules involved in running a competitive sport session. This would include umpiring, coaching, administration, team selection, media, statistician or equipment officer. Four sports are covered in the semester. Assessment Types

Practical

Folio. Further study This course prepares students for studying Sport and Recreation at Stage 1.


Stage One Chinese Beginners Subject Stage One Chinese Beginners Code: 11CHIS1/S2

Learning Area LOTE and IT

Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Students will be able to communicate in Chinese at a basic level and increase their current knowledge and understanding of the Chinese culture. This will involve Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing in Chinese and English, about topics relevant to China and Australia. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, which is an essential component to living in 21st Century Australia. Themes will include:

Relationships

Lifestyles

Experiences. Topics covered will include:

Personal World

Chinese Speaking Communities.

Bilingual dictionary (Chinese to English, English to Chinese) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge This is a subject for students with little or no previous knowledge of Chinese. Students who learn Chinese at Middle Schools are not eligible for this course. Students therefore need to give evidence to support this condition and must sign an eligibility form to this effect. Assessment Types

Interaction (Individual or in pairs)

Text Production (Creative Writing)

Text Analysis (Read texts in Chinese and answer questions in either English or

Chinese as required).

Further study This course prepares students for studying Chinese Beginners at the Stage 2 level.


Stage One Chinese Continuers Subject Stage One Chinese Continuers Code: 11CCIS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. This subject will increase students’ current knowledge and understanding of the Chinese language, Putonghua, and the culture of China. This will involve Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing in Chinese and English, about topics relevant to China today. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, an essential component to living in 21st Century Australia. Themes will include:

The Individual

Chinese Speaking Communities

The Changing World. Topics covered will include:

Personal Identity

Leisure and Entertainment

Travel and Tourism in China. Bilingual dictionary (Chinese to English, English to Chinese) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge Completed at least 2 years of Chinese study at Middle School or have equivalent language knowledge through Chinese School or frequent home use. Assessment Types

Interaction

Text Production

Text Analysis

Investigation.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Chinese Continuers at the Stage 2 level.


Stage One Chinese Background Speakers Subject Stage One Chinese Background Speakers Code: 11CBSS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Students are able to communicate in Chinese at a competent level and increase their current knowledge and understanding of the Chinese culture. This will involve Public Speaking, Analytical Listening and Reading and Writing in various genres in Chinese and English. Students will be able to apply their intercultural understanding of Chinese to promote globalisation as a responsible citizen in 21st Century Australia. Themes will include:

China and the World

Modernisation and Social Change

Overseas Chinese Speaking Communities

Language in use in Contemporary China. Topics covered will include:

Population Issues

Student Issues

Cultural Evolution and Adaption

The Environment. Bilingual dictionary (Chinese to English, English to Chinese) is highly recommended. Assessment Types

Interaction

Text Production

Text Analysis

Investigation.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Chinese Background Speakers at the Stage 2 level.


Stage One Computer Applications Subject Stage One Computer Applications Code: 11CAS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. This subject focuses on the use of technology to design and implement information processing solutions. The subject emphasises the acquisition and development of practical skills in identifying, choosing, and using the appropriate computer hardware and software for communicating in a range of contexts. It focuses on the application of practical skills to provide creative solutions to text-based communication tasks. Students create both hard copy and electronic text-based publications, and critically evaluate the development process. Students develop solutions to text-based problems in information processing and publishing, using imagination and creativity to make proposals and choices. They use the design process to apply problem-solving, critical-thinking and decision-making skills. They learn a variety of strategies for meeting identified needs. Throughout their learning, students are provided with opportunities to develop an appreciation of the current social, legal, and ethical issues that relate to the processing, management, and communication of text-based information, and to assess their impact on individuals, organisations, and society. Assessment Types

Practical Skills

Produce and Documentation

Issues Analysis.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Computer Applications at the Stage 2 level.


Stage One Indonesian Beginners Subject Stage One Indonesian Beginners Code: 11INDS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Students will be able to communicate in Indonesian at a basic level and increase their current knowledge and understanding of the Indonesian culture. This will involve speaking, listening, reading and writing, in Indonesian and English, about topics relevant to Indonesia and Australia. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, which is an essential component to living in 21st Century Australia. Themes will include:

Relationships

Lifestyles

Experiences. Topics covered will include:

Personal World

Indonesian Music

Visiting Indonesia. Bilingual dictionary (Indonesian to English, English to Indonesian) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge This is a subject for students with little or no previous knowledge of Indonesian. Students who learn Indonesian at Middle Schools are not eligible for this course. Students therefore need to provide evidence to support this and must sign an eligibility form to this effect. Assessment Types



Text Analysis (Read texts in Indonesian and answer questions in either English or Indonesian as required)

Further study This course prepares students for studying Indonesian at the Stage 2 level.


Stage One Indonesian Continuers Subject Stage One Indonesian Beginners Code: 11ICIS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Students will increase their current knowledge and understanding of the Indonesian language and the culture of Indonesia. This will involve speaking, listening, reading and writing, in Indonesian and English, about topics relevant to Indonesia today. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, an essential component to living in 21st Century Australia. Themes will include:

The Individual

Indonesian speaking

Communities

The Changing World. Topics covered will include:

Personal World

Art and Craft Entertainment

World of Teenagers. Bilingual dictionary (Indonesian to English, English to Indonesian) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge Completed at least 2 years of Indonesian study at Middle School. Assessment Types

Interaction

Text Production

Text Analysis

Investigation.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Indonesian Continuers at the Stage 2 level..


Stage One Information Technology Subject Stage One Information Technology Code: 11CPS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Information technology is a dynamic area characterised by frequent change. The use of information technology systems has changed how tasks and jobs are undertaken, creating new opportunities in many aspects of people’s lives. Through the study of Information Technology, students have the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes required by active, informed and self-reliant members of society who are able both to initiate and manage change. The study of information technology systems allows students to critically analyse the limitations and consequences of present technologies and to consider the implications of potential technologies. Students develop the ability to critically analyse and reflect on issues related to the increased use of, dependence on, and ethics associated with computer-based systems in society, and to recognise the potential of information technology to support what people do today and will do in the future. Students learn how a computer-based system comprises people, software and hardware, and how to apply their knowledge and skills to a range of methods to collect and process data and transmit and produce information. Assessment

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Project.


Stage One Italian Beginners Subject Stage One Italian Beginners Code: 11IBS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Students will be able to communicate in Italian at a basic level and increase their current knowledge and understanding of the Italian culture. This will involve Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing in Italian and English about topics relevant to the Italian Speaking world. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, which is an essential component to living in 21st Century Australia. Themes will include:

The Individual

Italian Speaking Communities. Topics covered will include:

Personal Identity

Family

Leisure

School Life

Italian Cuisine

Travel and Tourism. Bilingual dictionary (Italian to English, English to Italian) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge This is a subject for students with little or no previous knowledge of Italian. Students who learn Italian at Middle Schools are not eligible for this course. Students therefore need to give evidence to support this condition and must sign an eligibility form to this effect. Assessment Types



Text Analysis (Read texts in Italian and answer questions in either English or Italian as required)

Further study This course prepares students for studying Italian Beginners at the Stage 2 level. .


Stage One Japanese Beginners Subject Stage One Japanese Beginners Code: 11JBVS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Students will increase their knowledge and understanding of the Japanese language and the culture of Japan. This will involve Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing in Japanese in Japanese and English, about topics relevant to Japan today. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, an essential component to living in 21st country. Themes will include:

The Personal World

Japanese Speaking Communities. Topics covered will include:

Family Life, Home and Neighbourhood

Friends, Recreation and Pastimes

People, Places and Community

Education. Bilingual dictionary (Japanese to English, English to Japanese) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge This is a subject for students with little or no previous knowledge of Japanese. Students who learn Japanese at Middle Schools are not eligible for this course. Students therefore need to give evidence to support this condition and must sign an eligibility form to this effect. Assessment Types


Type 2: Text Production (Creative Writing)

Text Analysis (Read texts in Japanese and answer questions in either English or

Japanese as required)

Further study This course prepares students for studying Japanese Beginners at the Stage 2 level. .


Stage One Japanese Continuers Subject Stage One Japanese Continuers Code: 11JCS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. This subject is only available to students who have completed Semester 1 Japanese or who have an equivalent level of proficiency. Students will increase their knowledge and understanding of the Japanese language and the culture of Japan. This will involve Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing in Japanese in Japanese and English, about topics relevant to Japan today. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, an essential component to living in 21st country. Themes will include:

The Individual

Japanese Speaking Communities. Topics covered will include:

Leisure

Education

Life in Japan

Personal Identity. Bilingual dictionary (Japanese to English, English to Japanese) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge Completed at least 2 years of Japanese study at Middle School.

Assessment Types Interaction

Text Production

Text Analysis

Investigation

Further study This course prepares students for studying Japanese Continuers at the Stage 2 level..


Stage One Modern Greek Continuers Subject Stage One Modern Greek Continuers Code: 11MGS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. At Continuers level, students will develop their skills to communicate meaningfully with people across cultures. Students will be given opportunities to develop knowledge, awareness and understanding of other languages in relation to their own. Students will develop and apply linguistic and intercultural knowledge and understanding and skills by interacting with others to exchange information, ideas, opinions and experiences in Greek. Students will create texts in Greek for specific audiences, purposes and contexts to express information, feelings, ideas and opinions. Themes will include:

The World of Work

Diverse Individuals and Groups

Personal World. Topics covered will include:

The Individual

Greek Speaking Communities

The Changing World.

Bilingual dictionary (Greek to English, English to Greek) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge Completed at least 2 years of Greek study at Middle School. Assessment Types

Interaction

Text Analysis

Text Production

Investigation.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Modern Greek Continuers at the Stage 2 level.


Stage One Spanish Beginners Subject Stage One Spanish Beginners Code: 11SPBS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms M Dhir Subject Description This is a Stage 1 (Year 11) course offered to Year 10 students. Students will be able to communicate in Spanish at a basic level and increase their current knowledge and understanding of the Spanish culture. This will involve Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing in Spanish and English, about topics relevant to Spanish Speaking world and Australia. Students will be in a position to develop intercultural understanding and sensitivity, which is an essential component to living in 21st Century Australia. Themes will include:

The Individual

Spanish Speaking Communities. Topics covered will include:

Personal Identity

Leisure

School Life

Spanish Cuisine

Travel and Tourism in Spain. Bilingual dictionary (Spanish to English, English to Spanish) is highly recommended. Assumed Knowledge This is a subject for students with little or no previous knowledge of Spanish. Students who learn Spanish at Middle Schools are not eligible for this course. Students therefore need to give evidence to support this condition and must sign an eligibility form to this effect. Assessment Types



Text Analysis (Read texts in Spanish and answer questions in either English or

Spanish as required).

Further study This course prepares students for studying Spanish Beginners at the Stage 2 level.


Stylish Food Subject Stylish Food Code: 10SFS1/S2


Contact Teacher: Ms S Redwood Subject Description Students will have the opportunity to explore how food production can link with Information Technology. They will be exposed to a range of basic food preparation techniques and gain skills to assist them in making food choices to suit their independent needs. Students will be required to create some of their own food publications. This course will be very practical, with hands on cooking lessons every week. Assessment Types

Practical with written component. Further study This course prepares students for studying Home Economics courses in Stage 1.


Woodwork Subject Woodwork Code: 10WWS1/S2

Learning Area Arts

Contact Teacher: Ms A Bryett Subject Description This course will enable students to develop woodworking skills, plan and construct a major project, and present quality designs of possible projects. At the end of the course the students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in all areas of wood work including, cabinet/furniture making, wood turning, basic building construction techniques and fine finishing. Projects could include coffee tables, cabinets, wood turned items, solid wood accessories, shelving etc. Assessment Types

Skills and Applications Tasks

Folio

Product.

Further study This course prepares students for studying Woodwork in Stage 1. The skills developed may be of assistance if students are applying for building apprenticeships.

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