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2021

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 2021 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 2021

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Students will study 6 subjects each semester; 4 core subjects and 2 electives. Students will participate in 3 x 70 minute lessons per week in their subjects. Students will also participate in a Personal and Life Long Learning 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

The elective subjects that students have to choose from are:

The Arts

Dance

Drama

Media Arts

Music

Visual Art

Technologies

Business

Food Technology

Fashion and Textiles

Robotics and Coding

Trade Engineering (Metal)

Trade Furnishing (Timber)

Health & Physical Education

Early Childhood Studies

Health

Physical Education

Languages

Japanese

Science

Catalyst

Phoenix Project

EDGE

http://oslp.eq.edu.au/

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Year 10 Subject Selection Guidelines Timetable structure 2021

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 Personal and Life Long Learning 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

The elective subjects that students have to choose from are:

The Arts

Dance

Drama

Media Arts

Music

Visual Art

Technologies

Business

Community Health Care

Design Studies

Engineering Studies

Fashion and Textiles

Information Technology


Trade Furnishing (Timber)

Health & Physical Education

Health

Physical Education

Sport Recreation and Fitness

Languages

Japanese

Science

Psychology

STEM

Sustainable Agriculture

VET

Certificate II Introduction – Hospitality

Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care

Phoenix Project

EDGE

http://oslp.eq.edu.au/

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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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Subjects Year level

offered Head of Department Contact Email Page

CORE SUBJECTS

English Year 9 Year 10

Nikarri Kristic [email protected] 12

Humanities Year 9 Year 10

Clayton Barry [email protected] 13

Mathematics Year 9 Year 10

Sana Stephan [email protected] 14

Science Year 9 Year 10

Katherine Hart [email protected] 15

ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

Business Year 9 Year 10


Catalyst Year 9

Matthew Brooks Chris Clarke

Katherine Hart Sana Stephan

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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Community Heath Care Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 20

Dance Year 9 Year 10

Scott Campbell [email protected] 21

Design Studies Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 22

Drama Year 9 Year 10


Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate III

Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 24

Early Childhood Studies Year 9 Erin Carswell [email protected] 25

EDGE Year 9 Year 10

Chris Clarke [email protected] 26

Engineering Studies Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 27

Fashion Year 9 Year 10

Erin Carswell [email protected] 28

Food Technology Year 9 Erin Carswell [email protected] 29

Health Year 9 Year 10


Hospitality Certificate II

Year 10 Erin Carswell [email protected] 31

Information Technology Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 32

Japanese Year 9 Year 10


Media Year 9 Year 10


Music Year 9 Year 10


Physical Education Year 9 Year 10


Psychology Year 10 Katherine Hart [email protected] 37

Robotics and Coding Year 9 Deashni Pillay [email protected] 38

Sustainable Agriculture Year 10 Katherine Hart [email protected] 39

Trade Engineering (Metal) Year 9 Year 10 Matthew Brooks [email protected] 40

Trade Furnishing (Timber) Year 9 Year 10

Matthew Brooks [email protected] 41

Visual Arts Year 9 Year 10


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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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Unit 4 Literary Texts

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.

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 podcast.

Year 11 Courses and Pre requisites

English (B 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 their 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 to be completed via BlackBoard 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.


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


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, algebra, measurement, geometry, statistics and probability. Students in Year 9 continue to work with the Maths Pathway program as an additional tool to the current year level curriculum.

Students in Year 10 will be completing a preparatory course to senior mathematics. They will have a choice between the Mathematical Methods prep course and the General Mathematics prep course. Results in year 9 will be used to identify the most suitable preparatory course for students.

Out of class requirements: Students in year 9 and 10 are required to access the learning place for their course materials. The content is broken into leaning goals, and each learning goal has resources that need to be completed by students. The resources are PPTs, worksheets, worksheet answers, and online quizzes. Students in year 9 are also required to complete their maths pathway modules with a minimum of three modules per week.

What is important for this subject: Students will require access to a device to complete their maths pathway modules and access the learning place. Both are web based and can be accessed from home. 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


Year 9 Year 10 General Mathematics Year 10 Mathematics Methods Math Pathway

Unit 1: Number, Algebra & Measurement 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


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 skills. 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 hours 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 and Earth Science. These applied sciences afford students an excellent grounding in the understanding of real world applications with a strong emphasis on cross curricular linkages.


Scientist Nursing

Engineering Air traffic control

Mechanic Paramedic

Doctor Forensic Analyst

Teacher Lab Technician

Environmental Consultant Meteorologist

Pharmacist


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 Report, End of Semester Exams with the final exam 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- C Science, C Maths and a B 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 Science Competitions

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

Business

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.


Accountant Banker

Financial Advisor Treasurer

Finance Manager Economist


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


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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Selected students will have the opportunity to join our signature Catalyst program in Year 9. This signature program is designed to extend and engage selected students to deepen their understanding of the applied mathematical sciences. Enrolment in

Catalyst is through invitation only.

ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

Catalyst (Invitation only)

Subject description: This subject is designed to challenge and inspire students through inquiry based learning experiences. The course is purposefully designed to extend upper two bands students to develop their 21st Century Skills which are essential to success in their future careers. Students will have opportunities to interact with external experts, leverage digital technologies and solve authentic real world problems. Skills developed:

Critical thinking Creative thinking Communication Collaboration and teamwork Personal and social skills ICT 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: It is important students have a sound understanding of mathematics and sciences, along with a willingness to solve problems.


Mathematician Statistician

Computer Systems Analyst Biochemist

Environmental Scientist Geoscientist.

Aerospace Engineer Civil Engineer

Environmental Engineer Chemical Engineer


Year 9

Unit 1: Applied Mathematical Sciences Reviewed

Unit 2: Coding

Unit 3: Computer Aided Drafting

Unit 4: Assessment : Project Development and Testing


This subject leads into all senior Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics courses.

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

Community Health Care


Year 10

Unit 1: Community Aged Care

Aged Care Quality Standards

Barriers and Enablers of the Aged Care System

Safety and Improvement

Unit 2: Indigenous Health

Determinants of Health

Life Expectancy and Disparity factors

Bridging the Gap - Initiatives


Certificate III course in Health Support Services


Potential for traineeships in Year 11 and 12

With an aging population young people of today have an obligation to provide support services to our elderly / ATSI 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 and the Aboriginal Torres Strait Islanders have made to our community alongside the barriers they experience.

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.


Aged care facilitator Nursing

Palliative care

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

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


Dancer Costume maker and designer

Stage manager Dance teacher

Performance artist Children’s entertainer


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 1 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: Comparative analysis essay comparing past and modern pioneer inspired contemporary dances

Unit 2 All The Jazz – exploring the world of musical theatre dance through performance skills Task 1: Performance of a teacher devised musical theatre dance focusing on movement and style

Unit 2 Music Videos – creating a group music video through hip hop and jazz dance Task 1: Choreography task of a hip hop or jazz solo Task 2: Performance task of a teacher devised hip hop/jazz dance with a music video focus


To study Dance in Year 11 - C or better in Year 10 English; C or better in Year 10 Dance; Dance in Practise.


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

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

Design Studies

Students studying Design 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 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

Learn how to apply Human Centred Design principles

Design Studies heavily utilises Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software with a 50:50 mix of theory and practical. 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.


Industrial Design Engineering – Mechanical

Architecture Interior Design

Industrial Design Graphic Design


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)


CAD Design and prototyping

Development of product to meet needs


This subject can lead into senior Design (General)

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

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.


Actor Director

Stage Manager Producer

Playwrights Sound Technician Stunt Performer

Theatrical Costume designer and maker

Theatrical Make-Up Artist Multimedia Developer

Recreation Officer


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


C or better in Year 10 English; C or better in Year 10 Drama; Year 11 Drama; Year 11 Drama in Practise


Drama Troupe Drama Club

The Scene Project

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate III (2.5 Yr Course to be completed over years 10, 11 & 12)

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care introduces students to the field of early childhood and the care, education and well-being of young children. It is the minimum qualification required to gain employment in ACECQA approved Early Childhood services and often the qualification studied for those wanting to begin their

career in Early Childhood education.

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

Caring for children within an Early Learning Framework

Out of class requirements: Set cluster and vocational placement hours (approx. 20 in Early Childhood Approved Facility)

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

*Please note that there is no obligation for students to continue this course in Year 11 and 12. Also a student who has not started this course in Year 10, may elect to start in Year 11.


Long day care assistant OSHC assistant

Additional pathways with

further study Kindergarten teacher

Primary teacher Bachelor of Education

(Early Childhood or Primary)

For further information and associated costs on VET

courses offered please see

the VET subject handbook.


Year 10

CLUSTER 1 CHCLEG001 - Work legally and ethically

HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety

CLUSTER 2 CHCECE007 - Develop positive and respectful relationships with children CHCECE006 - Support Behaviour of Children and Young People


Cert lll Early Childhood Education and Care Course aligned to continue into clusters for Year 11/12.


Possible traineeships in Year 11 and 12

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

Early Childhood Studies 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.


Childcare Facilitator Day-care Facilitator

Kindergarten Teaching Primary Teaching

BA Early Years Education BA Education


courses offered please see

the VET subject handbook.


Year 9

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 10/11 Courses and Pre requisites

Cert lll Childhood Education and Care


Possible traineeships in Year 11 and 12

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E.D.G.E – Phoenix Project

Ever imagined...What can I do to enact change? How can I creating a better future? We are on the E.D.G.E of discovering new and exciting things each and every day.

If you’re passionate about social justice, sustainability, global involvement, cultural needs, Space and Ocean Innovation E.D.G.E is the subject for you.

Subject description: E.D.G.E (Engage, Design, Generate, Evaluate) is an inquiry based learning program that will encourage a generation of thinkers, dreamers and revolutionaries. This subject requires the students to design and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. Students will design and develop innovative solutions for a variety of topics which may include:

The Deep Blue – Ocean Innovation

Our Backyard – Community Engagement

Above and Beyond – Space Exploration

Future Living – Urban Environment Students will be exposed to a new way of thinking, allowing them to explore and bring new innovative ideas to life. Skills developed: Critical thinking, planning, design and production skills, problem solving, communication and collaboration, goal setting. Out of class requirements Research and product development tasks. What’s important for this subject: Students in this class will need to be highly involved and passionate about such themes as social justice, sustainability, global involvement, cultural needs, Space and Ocean Innovation.


Due to the nature of this subject

possible career paths may include medical, sciences,

humanitarian avenues, political, business ventures, research and

development, environmental, fields in sustainability

….and much more.


Year 9 & 10

Projects will be run over a full Semester. Topics for E.D.G.E will be determined each year based on current events.

Year 11 Courses and Pre Requisites

This subject can lead into multiple senior courses, these include but not limited to senior Engineering (General) or Engineering Skills (Applied), Aerospace Systems, Aquatic Practices, Business, Design, Film, Television and Media, Legal Studies, Psychology,

Tourism.

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Engineering 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.


Architectural Engineer Mechanical Engineer

Civil Engineer Aircraft Engineer

Industrial Designer


Year 10

Unit 1: Hydraulic Crane


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

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

Unit 2: Marble Lift

Mechanical advantage and calculations

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric, Assembly

Prototype manufacturing


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

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Fashion

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.


Production design Musical and set dressing

Dressmaker Seamstress Upholsterer

Fashion Designer


Year 9 Year 10 Unit 1: 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 1: Recycled Furniture

Upholstery and timber products

Restoration processes

Surface Finishes

WH&S

Unit 2: Fashion

Client interview

Design and preparation of materials

Production of functional pencil case with zip insertion and embellishment

Evaluation

Unit 2: Fashion

Design Processes

Fabric Properties

Understanding body shape

Trend forecasting and draping techniques


Furnishing Skills, Applied Fashion


Potential involvement with College productions (Dance and Drama)

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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.


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 10 – Hospitality Year 11 - Cert lll Hospitality


Work placement, Traineeships, catering College events

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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


Nurse Health care worker

Aged care Early childhood Medical scientist

Allied health Physiotherapy Medicine


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.


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


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

Various other sporting competitions

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Hospitality-Certificate III Introduction (2.5 Yr Course to be completed over years 10, 11 & 12)

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:

Blueprint Career Development Course over 2.5 Years. Completion of this course will continue into year 11 and 12 Out of class requirements: Theoretical modules and vocational placement hours (approx. 25). What’s important for this subject: Interest in cooking and culinary skills. *Please note that there is no obligation for students to continue this course in Year 11 and 12. Also a student who has not started this course in Year 10, may elect to start in Year 11.


Restaurant Manager Bar Manager

Caterer Chef

Events Coordinator


courses offered please see the VET subject handbook.


Year 10

Theory Modules

BSBWOR203 – Working Effectively with Others

SITXWHS001 - Participate In Safe Work Practices

SITXFSA001 – Use Hygenic Practices for Food Safety

Practical Modules

SITHFAB005 – Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee (Portfolio and Practical in Café)


Cert lll in Hospitality aligned to continue modules and vocational placement in year 11/12.


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

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.


Web Designer Web Developer Game Designer IT Technician


Year 10 Unit 1: Hardware, Software and Visual Design

Typical hardware and software components

Visual Design theories

Data types and security concepts

Unit 2: Game Design

Project and Task management

Languages and syntax

Visual design

Unit 3: Game Development

Game development software

Project and task management


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

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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: 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: Homework 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.


International Trade and Business

Tourism and Hospitality Education

Journalism and Media Gaming Industry

Animator Translator


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


Japanese - B in Semester 1 Year 10 Japanese


Various excursions related to units studied Japan Trip Anime Club

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Media Arts



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.


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


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


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

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/media-planner

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/multimedia-specialist

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/programme-researcher-broadcasting-film-video

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/programme-researcher-broadcasting-film-video

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/runner-broadcasting-film-video

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/social-media-manager

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/television-film-video-producer

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/advertising-account-executive

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/broadcast-journalist

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/event-manager

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/magazine-journalist

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/market-researcher

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Music



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


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


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


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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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.


Ambulance Officer Army Soldier

Dietician Fitness Instructor

Health Promotion Officer Police Officer

Physiotherapist


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.


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


Sports Innovation District and Regional Sport

Various other sporting competitions

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Psychology

Psychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour; how a person thinks and feels and why they do what they do. Scientific skills are required, therefore an interest in Maths and Science is 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 and interpretation.

Out of class requirements It is expected that students will need to complete approximately 2 hours 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) and consider how it may impact society.


Clinical Psychologist Research Psychologist

Social Worker Health Services

Forensic Science Education

Law Business

Management Marketing

Human Resources Sports Psychologist Community Services


Year 10

Unit 1 Students will explore and apply the scientific research skills used in all psychological research. Students will demonstrate these skills by conducting an investigation into the role of attention on a person’s ability to remember information.

Unit 2 Students will examine theories of emotion and the psychological impacts of stress. Students will then explore how stress and emotions not only influence a persons’ perception but also their behaviour. How stress and emotions link to psychological disorders will be evaluated.

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 - C Science, C Maths and a B 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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Robotics & Coding

Robotics & Coding is all about transforming creative ideas into practical solutions. This is accomplished with the use of programming Sphero robots to define, design and implement digital solutions.

Subject description: We live in a rapidly advancing world where technology is developing and progressing daily. The curriculum actively engages students to become confident users and creative developers of technology solutions. What it will help students do: Students acquire a deep knowledge and understanding of digital systems, data and information and the processes associated with creating digital solutions. This will enable them to take up an active role in meeting current and future needs. Skills developed:

ICT capabilities

Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills and Self-Confidence

Critical thinking and Problem Solving by: o investigating and defining o generating and designing o producing and implementing o evaluating

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 student with a tenacious attitude and an excellent eye for detail. A solutions focused student with an interest in solving real world problems with advancing digital technologies.


Engineer Software Designer Game Developer

Animator Web Developer

Digital Marketing Consultant


Year 9

Unit 1: Sphero Bolt Coding

Draw Coding – Manual Movement, Distance, Direction, Speed and Colour Beginning Block Coding – Roll, Delay, Sound, Speak and Main LED Intermediate Block Coding – Simple Controls (Loops), Sensors and Comments Algorithms and Flowcharts Innovative Robots

Assessment: Supervised exams, multimodal presentations and portfolios.

Year 11 Courses and Pre Requisites

This subject can lead into multiple senior courses, these include but not limited to senior Engineering (General) or Engineering Skills (Applied), Aerospace Systems, Business, Design, Tourism.

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Sustainable Agriculture

Sustainable agriculture aims to produce food, fibre, plant or animal products whilst having minimal effects on the environment. Agriculture in school is a great way to introduce students to arguably one of the most important

industries to the world.

Subject description: Agriculture aims to provide students with an opportunity to experience inquiry based, hands-on learning. Students will explore agricultural industries in all aspects including, but not limited to farming and marketing.

Skills developed:

Team building

Practical life skills

Problem solving

Communication

Technology use

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? It is expected that students have a passion for outdoor work and enjoy planning, creating and maintaining projects in a sustainable way.

Possible Career Paths

Veterinarian Veterinary technician

Kennel assistant Pet groomer Farm hand

Farmer Jackaroo/jillaroo

Agronomist Feedlot work

Abattoir worker Plant production

Farrier Animal ranger

RSPCA Quarantine control


Year 10

Students will study agriculture for 1 semester.

Students will study the apiary industry. They will create/maintain the BSSC apiary. This includes planning, designing, generating, maintaining, harvesting and marketing the apiary and all its products.

Students will explore and plan, design, generate, maintain, harvest and market a sustainable garden that meets the local & global market requirements.

Assessment:

Term 1: Portfolio of work planning, designing & generating through use of technological story boards to display work.

Term 2: Product generation, including marketing using business management.


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 - C Science, C Maths and a B English Physics - B Science, B Maths Methods and a C English

Applied Subjects Science in Practice – no prerequisite Aquatic Practices - no prerequisite Agricultural Practices – no prerequisite


Agricultural Shows: produce competitions/displays (honey, mead, wax, flowers, vegetables, fruit)

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Students studying Trade Engineering will consider ways that tools, machines, processes and technology are used to manufacture metal products.

Subject description: Trade Engineering 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

Trade Engineering 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.


Boiler Making Diesel Fitting

Machinist Fitter and Turner

Automotive Sheet Metal Worker

Concreter Bricklayer

Landscaper Plasterer

Tiler Scaffolder Plumber Roofer


Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: Metal Fabrication – Sheet Metal Carryall and Drill Gauge

Sheet Metal Fabrication Tools and Processes

Drill Gauge Introduction to Metal Manufacturing Machinery

Interoperating Working Drawings

Unit 1: Sheet Metal Fabrication – Folding Drill Box

Introduction to Metal Manufacturing

Introduction to Senior Machinery Workplace Health and Safety


Industry standards and WH&S

Unit 2: Junior Hack Saw


Manufacturing Jigs

Introduction to Specialised Metal Machinery and Power Tools

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


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

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Trade Engineering (Timber)

Students studying Trade Furnishing will consider ways that tools, machines, processes and technology are used to

manufacture timber products. Subject description: Trade Furnishing 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

Trade Furnishing 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.


Carpenter Shop Fitter Concreter Bricklayer

Landscaper Plasterer

Tiler Scaffolder Plumber Roofer


Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: Timber Manufacturing - CO2 Dragster and Timber Puzzle

Design Sketching – Orthographic, Isometric

Aerodynamics

Timber Manufacture and Finishing

Introduction Timber Joinery

Unit 1: Timber Camp Stool

Introduction to Timber Joinery

Introduction to Senior Machinery Workplace Health and Safety


Unit 2: Display Case


Introduction Timber Joinery

Plastic Shredding and Sheet Press

Unit 2: Laminated Cheese Board and Jewellery / Card Box

Introduction to Specialised Timber Machinery and Power Tools

Sustainable Timbers

Manufacturing Jigs


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

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Visual Art

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.


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


Year 9 Year 10

Unit 1: My Style

Ceramic sculpture inspired by popular culture

Visual diary

Art exam – knowledge and short response

Unit 1: My Voice

Mixed media illustration inspired by a social issue

Visual diary

Artist statement

Unit 2: My World

Lino print design inspired by geometry and nature

Visual diary

Artist statement explaining artwork

Unit 2: My Dreams

Surrealist painting inspired by dreams and the subconscious

Visual diary

Written critique


Certificate III in Visual Art – C in English Recommended Year 10 Visual Art Recommended


Arts Innovation Visual Art Group



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