hsc€¦ · trial hsc examinations. weighting of marks nesa has specified the weightings that must...

HSC

ASSESSMENT

BOOKLET

2018

Version 1 2 2018

CONTENTS

HSC Assessment Policy ............................................................................................................................... 3 Introduction....................................................................................................................................................... 3 Philosophy and Purpose of the HSC Assessment Scheme ............................................................................ 3 Assessment Procedures and Assessment Schedules .................................................................................... 3 Assessment Task Notification .......................................................................................................................... 4 Weighting of Marks .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Completion of Assessment Tasks .................................................................................................................... 4 Extensions ........................................................................................................................................................ 5 Prolonged Absences ........................................................................................................................................ 5 Malpractice in Assessment Tasks .................................................................................................................... 5 Unsatisfactory Completion of Tasks ................................................................................................................ 5 Computer Hardware or Software Issues .......................................................................................................... 6 Feedback to Students ...................................................................................................................................... 6 Portability of Assessments ............................................................................................................................... 6 Final Assessment Marks .................................................................................................................................. 6 Appeal Procedures ........................................................................................................................................... 7 Assignments ..................................................................................................................................................... 7 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................................................ 8 Year 12 Protocol ............................................................................................................................................ 11 Subjects Agriculture - 2 Unit ......................................................................................................................................... 12 Biology - 2 Unit ............................................................................................................................................... 13 Business Studies - 2 Unit ............................................................................................................................... 14 Chemistry - 2 Unit .......................................................................................................................................... 15 Community and Family Studies - 2 Unit ......................................................................................................... 16 Drama - 2 Unit ................................................................................................................................................ 17 English Studies - 2 Unit .................................................................................................................................. 18 English Standard - 2 Unit ............................................................................................................................... 19 English Advanced - 2 Unit .............................................................................................................................. 20 English Extention 1 ........................................................................................................................................ 21 English Extention 2…………………………………………………………………………………………………...22 VET - Furniture Making - 2 Unit ..................................................................................................................... 23 History Modern - 2 Unit .................................................................................................................................. 24 VET - Hospitality Certificate II in Kitchen Operations - 2 Unit ........................................................................ 25 Industrial Technology Metal - 2 Unit .............................................................................................................. 26 Mathematics General 1 - 2 Unit ..................................................................................................................... 27 Mathematics General 2 - 2 Unit ..................................................................................................................... 28 Mathematics - 2 Unit ...................................................................................................................................... 29 Mathematics Extension 1 - 1 Unit .................................................................................................................. 30 Music - 2 Unit ................................................................................................................................................. 31 Personal Development, Health and Physical Education - 2 Unit ................................................................... 32 Physics - 2 Unit .............................................................................................................................................. 33 Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation (SLR) - 2 Unit .................................................................................................. 34 Textiles & Design - 2 Unit ............................................................................................................................... 35 Visual Arts - 2 Unit ......................................................................................................................................... 36 Information for Students Undertaking School Delivered VET Courses ......................................................... 37 Assessment Advice for HSC VET Courses ................................................................................................... 39 Assessment Forms ...................................................................................................................................... 40 Appendices ................................................................................................................................................... 41 Appendix 1 - Assessment Task Cover Sheet ................................................................................................ 41 Appendix 2 - Application for Extension .......................................................................................................... 42 Appendix 3 - Illness/Misadventure Form for School Based Assessment Tasks, Including Examinations….43 Appendix 4 - Student Appeal Form ................................................................................................................ 44 Assessment Task Calendar - Alphabetical ................................................................................................ 45 Assessment Task Calendar - Lines ............................................................................................................ 46

Version 1 3 2018

KANDOS HIGH SCHOOL

HSC ASSESSMENT POLICY

INTRODUCTION

This booklet is designed to provide a summary of the assessment procedures which are followed by students studying courses at Kandos High School for the Higher School Certificate (HSC).

PHILOSOPHY AND PURPOSE OF THE HSC ASSESSMENT SCHEME

The provision of school assessments in reporting HSC results provides an indication of a student's attainment which is based on:

a wider range of syllabus outcomes than is measured by the external examination and

measures and observations obtained throughout the course rather than at a single examination.

Such an assessment allows due weight to be given to student achievement that may not be adequately assessed in an external examination alone. The assessment is to encompass all syllabus objectives other than those relating to the affective domain (interests, attitudes). It includes that content and those objectives also measured by the external examinations. It should be noted that assessment does not take account of conduct.

ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES AND ASSESSMENT SCHEDULES

The assessment task schedules for individual HSC subjects are included later in this booklet. These subject guides indicate the components of assessment in terms of various tasks, such as tests, assignments and projects on which assessment within each subject is based. These have been decided upon by the Head Teachers within the parameters set by the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA). The guides also indicate the scheduling of the various tasks throughout the course. Specific dates of assessment tasks are notified in writing two weeks in advance. If a particular assessment task does not adequately discriminate between students (eg. all students score very similar marks), another assessment task may be set. In this case, the minimum notice is shortened to one week. While every attempt has been made to make the scheduling and nature of tasks as detailed as possible, students should note that the teaching program in each of the subjects is flexible and minor changes may need to be made to the scheduling. Students will be notified, in writing, of any alterations to the scheduling or nature of assessment tasks, or of any other changes to assessment procedures or policy.

Version 1 4 2018

ASSESSMENT TASK NOTIFICATION

Students will be informed, in writing, of the set dates and details of each assessment task, at least two weeks prior to the task due date.

When a student returns to school from any absence, it is the student's responsibility to enquire about any work set during the absence.

If this set work includes assessment task information, the student must approach any teachers

concerned, to ensure that the correct information is received, to discuss any necessary re-

arrangements to the scheduling of each task and to complete a form requesting an Application

for Extension (Appendix 2).

NO ASSESSMENT TASKS ARE TO BE SCHEDULED IN THE TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE HALF YEARLY AND THE ONE WEEK PRIOR TO EACH EXAM WEEK BLOCK FOR THE TRIAL HSC EXAMINATIONS.

WEIGHTING OF MARKS

NESA has specified the weightings that must be used for each syllabus objective.

Will students know what is going on?

Yes. The school has a responsibility to let students know:

what will be assessed

how it will be assessed

when it will be assessed

the relative value of each task This information is in the schedules which follow. Further details will be provided by teachers two weeks before the task is due

COMPLETION OF ASSESSMENT TASKS

Where assessment tasks involve students in research to be undertaken well before the due date for submission, the date set for completion is the final date. It is the responsibility of the student to make sure that any work completed for the task is handed to the supervising teacher responsible for that subject, by the final date. Tasks may be submitted in advance of the final date. Failure to submit an assessment task by the final date will result in a zero mark being recorded. Even if a task has not been fully completed by the final date, the student should hand in any partially completed work for assessment. This will probably earn some marks, and will avoid the task being indicated as a non-attempt. An N warning letter will be sent to the parent advising them that the student has not completed the task. In addition, the warning letter will indicate the nature of the task and a date by which it needs to be completed. Where assessment tasks involve students in activities which are to be completed in lesson time, penalties for absences will be considered on individual student merit. If the absence is caused by verified illness or misadventure, the student may be asked to complete the assessment task, or an equivalent alternative task, at a later date. If a satisfactory reason for the absence is not given, a zero mark will be recorded, indicating a non-attempt.

Version 1 5 2018

Forgetfulness is not regarded as illness or misadventure. Requests for consideration because of "illness" must be accompanied by a doctor's certificate. Requests for consideration because of "misadventure" must be accompanied by a statement signed by parent. A non-serious attempt at an assessment task will be regarded as a non-attempt and will be awarded a zero mark. NB. Students should note that tasks may be handed in before the due date. In such circumstances, the task must be handed to the teacher who set the task, (if that teacher is available), or the Head Teacher, or the Principal. In the latter cases, the student must ensure that the supervising teacher, Head Teacher or Principal signs and dates the task to verify that it has been presented on the correct date. Each assessment task should begin with a Kandos High School Assessment Task Cover Sheet (Appendix 1).

EXTENSIONS Where students anticipate inability to complete assessment tasks by the due date, they may submit an Application for Extension (Appendix 2) to the Head Teacher through their supervising teacher. This should be submitted before the due date of the assessment task and does not guarantee the extension. Extensions will only be granted in extenuating circumstances.

PROLONGED ABSENCES No compensation can be made for factors such as extended illness, misadventure, or domestic problems affecting the preparation or performance of a student throughout the course.

MALPRACTICE IN ASSESSMENT TASKS The student must comply with the teacher's instructions in relation to the assessment task. Students who do not comply, or who are dishonest in any way, will receive a zero mark indicating a non-attempt for the assessment task. Any incidence of malpractice will be recorded on the NESA malpractice register.

UNSATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF TASKS All students are expected to undertake all assessment tasks set to meet course requirements. The minimum requirement is that the student undertakes tasks which contribute in excess of 50% of available marks. Where a candidate fails to submit an assessment task specified in the Assessment Program, and the teacher considers the student has a valid reason, for example illness or approved leave, then a mark will be awarded based on a substitute task. In exceptional circumstances, e.g. where the completion of a substitute task is not feasible, is unreasonable, or where the missed task is difficult to duplicate, the Principal should authorise the use of an estimate based on other appropriate evidence. In all other cases where a candidate fails to complete an assessment task, a zero must be recorded for that task. If a student has been given zero marks because of 'non-attempts' or failure to make a serious attempt at assessment tasks totalling 50% or more of the final course assessment mark, the Principal must certify that the course has not been studied satisfactorily. This will mean that the student is not eligible to sit for the NESA Higher School Certificate Examination for that course, or, that it will not be included on the HSC record of achievement, if it is a non-examinable course. If it appears that a student is at risk of not meeting the assessment requirements in a HSC course, the subject teacher will, in writing, advise the Head Teacher who will notify the Principal. The Principal will ensure that the student and the parent are informed, in writing, of the problem and will be invited to discuss the situation.

Version 1 6 2018

COMPUTER HARDWARE OR SOFTWARE ISSUES

If students are asked, or choose, to submit an assessment task by electronic means, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all software is compatible with that available at Kandos High School. Students are required to ensure that any electronic storage device is functioning correctly when the assessment task is submitted. Computer failure at home is not an acceptable reason for misadventure. It is strongly recommended that all work is backed up and a copy is kept in multiple locations. If a final copy is not available due to computer malfunction, then the last backed up version is to be submitted and marked accordingly. It is recommended that the student has a printed copy of all work as a backup.

FEEDBACK TO STUDENTS

After each task is completed and marked, students will be informed of their mark and rank within the group. They may also be informed of their cumulative position within the overall assessment scheme for that subject. They may receive grades at the discretion of the teacher. HSC reports will inform students of their cumulative assessed rank within each subject. With the final HSC report, there will be advice of the final assessed rank within the group for each subject. This will indicate the student's achievement relative to the group. This rank could serve as a guide to a student's progress in the HSC year. It should be noted that final assessment results will be moderated by NESA against the performance of all other NSW HSC candidates in each course, based on performances in the HSC examination but that school rankings will not alter.

PORTABILITY OF ASSESSMENTS

Students who repeat the HSC year will be treated as students of the current HSC year. The only assessment marks used will be from tasks undertaken in their repeating year. Students who transfer to a course before June 30 will be treated as members of that course. Where possible, appropriate tasks completed before the date of the student's transfer could be attempted. Where this is not appropriate, students will be given an estimate mark for each task missed based on their performance in similar tasks against the class cohort. These estimates may not be given until late in the course. Subject teachers may request assessment information from the student's previous school or may require the student to attempt additional short tasks to assist with providing an accurate estimate. A student who transfers to a course after June 30 in the HSC year will be given an assessment mark from the previous school and will be treated as a member of the previous school for the purposes of moderation of assessment marks carried out by NESA.

FINAL ASSESSMENT MARKS

NESA does not allow the school to divulge final assessment marks to students. Students may only be informed of their rank order within each subject group. The final assessment marks, for students of similar ability at different schools throughout the state, may vary widely. These "raw" marks are moderated by NESA in the light of the examination performance of the students. It is this moderated assessment mark which appears on the Higher School Certificate. The moderation process does not alter the rank order of the students within each subject group.

Version 1 7 2018

APPEAL PROCEDURES Assessment tasks can only be appealed up to one week after the time the task is returned to the students. Students can request a review of their assessment ranking within any subject, using the Student Appeal Form (Appendix 4) if they consider that the order of merit for a particular course is not consistent with their expectations on the basis of their performance in the assessment tasks. Requests should be made to the Principal of the student's school. It is important to understand that a teacher's judgement of the worth of individual assessment tasks, as reflected in the mark or grade awarded, will not be subject to review as part of this process. In the event of any appeal, the school will ascertain that:

The weightings specified by the assessment policies of each subject conform with NESA requirements, as specified in the Subject Guides

The procedures used for determining the final assessment mark conform with the stated policy

There are no computational or computer errors in the determination of the assessment mark Provided that these conditions have been fulfilled, no changes will be made to the assessment mark.

ASSIGNMENTS Students do not always appreciate that non-assessment tasks, or assignments, are very important in the context of the whole course, as practice for assessment tasks and HSC examination procedures. Students should understand that the assignments assist in the development of skills and are an opportunity to experiment and learn from mistakes. When certifying a student's satisfactory progress and completion of HSC course work, the principal must consider involvement in both assessment tasks and assignments. The HSC may be withheld on the grounds of non-completion of assignments.

Version 1 8 2018

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The following material is provided for the information of senior students at Kandos High School

and their parents regarding HSC assessment. It is not definitive and reference should be made to

school policy documents for further details.

1. What is meant by assessment?

Assessment is the measurement of actual student performance in various tasks. It is not a measure of their potential performance or an estimate of their general ability.

2. What must I do to have satisfactorily studied a course?

NESA expects students to have:

followed the course developed or endorsed by the Board; and applied themselves with diligence and sustained effort to the set tasks and experiences

provided in the course by the school. achieved some or all of the course outcomes; and/or completed all assessment tasks. However, if you fail to seriously attempt assessment tasks

worth 50% or more of the final assessment mark, you will be awarded a zero for that course.

Where a candidate has failed to satisfactorily study a course, the Principal will:

apply a 'N' Determination and advise NESA accordingly. Courses not satisfactorily completed will not be printed on HSC or Result Notices. This may result in a student being ineligible for the award of a Higher School Certificate.

advise the candidate of the submission and the right of appeal.

3. What happens if I feel I cannot submit an assessment task on time and have a valid reason?

If you feel you have a valid reason for the late submission of an assessment task, then you must approach your teacher, where possible at least two (2) full school days prior to the due date, giving your reasons in writing. Your parent must sign this note. A time extension may be granted on request by completing an ‘Application for Extension’ form (Appendix 2), in legitimate cases.

4. What happens if I fail to attempt or submit a task on time without a valid reason?

You will be awarded a zero for that task.

5. What happens if I fail to attempt or submit a task?

If you have a valid reason for a non-attempt, then you will be given the same or a substitute task at a later date. Where this is not feasible, an estimate may be given after discussion with the Principal or Head Teacher. If the explanation is not accepted, you will be awarded zero for that task.

6. What are valid reasons?

It is up to students to demonstrate that they had a valid reason for the non-attempt or non-submission of an assessment task. The legitimacy of the reason given will initially be determined by the Head Teacher in consultation with the class teacher on the basis of fairness to all students in the group

7. What if I am absent when an assessment task is notified?

It is your responsibility to ask your teacher about any assessment tasks which may have been notified in your absence. This needs to be done during the first day of your return to school after an absence. It is your responsibility to refer to the schedule provided.

8. What happens if I know I am going to be absent for an assessment task?

You should notify your teachers at your earliest convenience. This is done in writing, giving reasons for your absence, and this written letter must be signed by your parent. It must be submitted at least two (2) full school days prior to the due date. A time extension may be granted on request by completing an ‘Application for Extension’ form (Appendix 2), in legitimate cases.

Version 1 9 2018

9. What happens if I am unable to sit for an examination?

If you are going to be absent from an examination you must notify your class Teacher, the Head Teacher of that subject and your Year Adviser, to make arrangements to sit for the examination(s) at a later date. You will not be able to sit for the examinations before the due date. If you are ill, it is necessary to contact the school immediately. A Doctor's Certificate may be required to cover an absence from an examination. You must complete the Illness and Misadventure Form (Appendix 3) as soon as you return to school after your absence. If you are ill prior to or during the HSC examination period, you must obtain a Doctor's Certificate and contact the school to obtain NESA Illness and Misadventure Paperwork.

10. Will my parents be informed of any non-attempt?

Yes, they will. Any such communication, including official warnings given to you, will be maintained as records.

11. Will my general behaviour throughout the year be taken into account for assessment purposes?

Yes, if it affects your studies or the studies of other students. Your behaviour would affect your ability to meet the Board requirement that "students apply themselves with diligence and sustained effort."

12. Are there specific behaviours which will affect my assessment?

Yes, any of the following actions will incur a zero mark for any assessment task:

cheating during an assessment task

copying from another student and claiming that work as your own

presenting an assignment which is clearly not your own work, which includes work completed by another individual on your behalf

allowing other students to copy your work

copying material with no due acknowledgement

disrupting an assessment task

truancy or absence from an assessment task without providing a satisfactory explanation.

13. What if I don't make a serious attempt to complete an assessment task?

A non-serious attempt will lead to a student being awarded a zero mark for that task. Non-serious attempts may result from the attempt being so poor as to be considered non-serious or as a result of the use of derogatory remarks, obscene language, insufficient evidence of the student's own work, etc. The Head Teacher, in consultation with the teacher involved, will determine if the attempt is non-serious.

14. Can I leave an examination or set assessment task prior to the time set for its completion?

No, except with the supervisor's permission in legitimate emergencies.

15. Am I entitled to a review of my final assessment?

Yes, the school has review procedures to examine legitimate cases. You should first approach the relevant Head Teacher. If that is not satisfactory then you should see the Deputy Principal. If the matter is still not resolved then a panel comprising the Principal, the Deputy Principal, the relevant Head Teacher and the Year Adviser will examine the matter and come to a final decision. This procedure applies to all courses including Frameworks courses.

16. When may I lodge an appeal against a final HSC assessment?

You have three (3) days from the time you are notified of your final assessment rank in which to lodge a formal, written appeal, using the Student Appeal Form (Appendix 4). No appeals will be considered after this date.

Version 1 10 2018

17. Am I entitled to a re-assessment of an individual assessment task?

Yes, if the mark and rank is not what the student expected, then the student may approach his/her teacher for a re-assessment within two (2) full school days after results have been received. If illness has affected your performance during the task, you must inform your class teacher by completing an Illness and Misadventure Form (Appendix 3) (and, in the case of examinations, the supervising teacher) immediately. A medical certificate may be required.

If the teacher, in consultation with the Head Teacher, feels there is just cause for re-assessment, then it may take place. The results of any such re-assessment are final and will not be considered just cause for the reassessment of other students. If you need to appeal a Head Teacher's decision refer to the answer to Question 16.

18. Will I be warned if my Higher School Certificate is at risk?

Yes, you will be warned in writing. Your parents will be advised and you will be required to provide a written acknowledgement of the warning.

19. How much warning will I get for each assessment task?

A minimum of two (2) weeks' notification should be provided prior to any assessment task being given. This document may be regarded by a teacher of any course as sufficient notice of the due dates and the nature of upcoming assessment tasks. You should also refer to the answer to question 7. The published dates in this book should not be altered by a teacher without your being given sufficient notice of the change. A change of date for a task may be allowed after reference has been made to the overall Assessment Schedule Summary, the school calendar and consultation with the relevant Head Teacher.

20. What happens if a teacher/faculty wishes to vary the assessment requirements given to you?

This is allowable, as occasionally a task may need to be rescheduled or reset. However, the new date must be negotiated with the students in that course before it is changed.

21. What feedback will I be given on my performance?

For each task you will be told your assessment and your ranking in that task. You will be informed of your progressive ranking through the school reports.

22. How do I submit assessment tasks?

It is the responsibility of students to submit work for assessment during normal class time directly to the teacher or at the time specified by the class teacher. Students and teachers should ensure that receipt of task is noted.

23. Where can I check the schedule of assessment tasks and/or seek advice?

This booklet sets out the schedule of assessment tasks for all subjects and the relevant features of the school's policy for Higher School Certificate assessment. You should retain it and refer to it if any questions or problems arise. Teachers, Head Teachers, the School Counsellor, the Deputy Principal and the Principal should all be able to provide additional advice. A copy of this document is able to be accessed on the school's website.

24. How does my assessment result affect my final course mark?

The assessment mark is moderated against the student's performance in the HSC examination. The moderated assessment mark and examination mark are given equal weight in the determination of the student's HSC course mark, which is then used to calculate the Australian Tertiary Assessment Rank (ATAR).

Assessment tasks in VET courses are used to determine your achievement of competencies. There is no correlation between the achievement of competencies in VET courses and the ATAR. The HSC VET examination marks are recorded on your HSC and may be used to calculate your ATAR.

Version 1 11 2018

YEAR 12 PROTOCOL

Attendance

The NESA requirement that a student attend at least 85% of course time will be closely monitored. This means that a student should only be absent 7 days per term for any reason. The Principal has to sign a statement confirming that the student has satisfied all the course requirements.

Study Periods

Students will sign in at the library and may work in the Year 12 Common Room and the Library when not on a timetabled class period. Students may arrange with a teacher to use their classroom during study periods. In this case students must sign in at the library first. Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds within study period times.

Cars/Bikes

Motor vehicles and motor bikes can be used as a means of getting to and from school. Students can only transport family members to and from school. A parental note giving permission for a student to drive to and from school will be required. (It should list other family members who will be in the vehicle.)

Change of Subjects

A request must be submitted on the blue form, obtained from the Deputy Principal and returned to the Deputy Principal. No changes are to be implemented until the principal gives approval.

Part-Time Students

Students who are part time will be able to come to school at the time their first period commences on each day and sign on at the office. Students will only be allowed to leave early to go home when they have no more timetabled lessons for the day. Students must sign out in the early leaver’s book at the office. All part time students will complete a timetable schedule (copies to the Year Adviser and Office).

Sign In/Out Book

Students are to sign the Sign In/Out book located in the administration office when they are late to school or leave the school grounds (permission from Deputy or Principal is required).

Permission to Leave School Grounds

Students will be allowed to leave school grounds only at recess and lunch. A note from a parent will be required, stating the reason.

Students who are leaving the school and not returning on the day need a note stating the time, reason and who will be picking them up.

Students who leave the school grounds without permission will have fractional truancy noted on the roll.

Absences

Students are required to bring a note from their parent giving an explanation for periods of absence. An explanation within 7 days of absence is required. The number of explained and unexplained absences, both full and partial, will appear on your report.

If a parent’s mobile number is recorded on our system, an SMS will be sent, on a daily basis, if students are absent without explanation.

Should you choose to explain your child’s absence through a reply SMS, please ensure the reply includes your child’s name and date(s) of absence.

Version 1 12 2018

AGRICULTURE - 2 UNIT

Assessment Components The mandatory components and weightings for the HSC course are:

Weight

A. Knowledge & Understanding of:

the physical, chemical, biological, social, historical and economic factors that interact in agricultural production systems

the impact of innovation, ethics and current issues on Australian agricultural systems

40%

B. Knowledge, understanding and skills:

required to manage agricultural production systems in a socially and environmentally responsible manner

in, decision-making and the evaluation of technology and management techniques used in sustainable agricultural production and marketing

40%

C. Skills in effective research, experimentation and communication. 20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Task Description Component Due Weight

1 Practical Task: Plant Trial Experimental Report

A, C Term 4 Week 8

25%

2 Half Yearly Examination A, B, C Term 1

Week 10 25%

3 Farm Product Study A, B Term 2 Week 8

25%

4 Trial HSC Examination A, B, C Term 3

Week 2/5-6 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1.1 H2.1 H2.2 H3.1 H3.2 H3.3 H3.4 H4.1 H5.1

1 ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 13 2018

BIOLOGY - 2 UNIT


Weight

A. Knowledge and Understanding of:

the history, nature and practice of biology, applications and uses of biology and their implications for society and the environment, and current issues, research and developments in biology.

cell ultrastructure and processes, biological diversity, environmental interactions, mechanisms of inheritance and biological evolution.

40%

B. Skills in planning and conducting first-hand investigations and in communicating information and understanding based on these investigations.

30%

C. Skills in scientific thinking, and problem-solving, and in communicating understanding and conclusions.

30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Maintaining a Balance (First Hand Investigation)

A, B, C Term 4 Week 8

25%


Week 10 25%

3 The Search for Better Health (ALARM Task)

A, C Term 2 Week 6

25%


Week 2/5-6 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

H2

H3

H4

H5

H6

H7

H8

H9

H1

0

H11

H1

2

H1

3

H14

H1

5

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 14 2018

BUSINESS STUDIES - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Students are required to examine contemporary business issues and investigate aspects of business using hypothetical situations and actual business case studies. The Higher School Certificate course focuses on large businesses, many of which operate at a global scale. The HSC course is divided into four topics:

Operations

Marketing

Finance

Human resources


Weight

1. Knowledge and understanding of course content 40%

2. Stimulus based skills 20%

3. Inquiry and research 20%

4. Communication of business information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms

20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 In-class Topic Test Operations Term 4 Week 9

20%

2 Marketing Plan Analysis Marketing Term 1 Week 6

20%

3 Half Yearly Examination Operating and

Marketing Term 1

Week 10 15%

4 Financial Statement Analysis

Finance Term 2 Week 8

20%

5 Trial HSC Examination Operations,

Marketing, Finance, Human Resources

Term 3 Week 2/5-6

25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3H H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 15 2018

CHEMISTRY - 2 UNIT


Weight

A. Knowledge and Understanding of:

the history, nature and practice of chemistry, applications and uses of chemistry and their implications for society and the environment, and current issues, research and developments in chemistry

atomic structure, periodic table and bonding, energy, chemical reactions, carbon chemistry and stoichiometry.

40%

B. Skills in

planning and conducting first hand investigations

gathering and processing first-hand data

gathering and processing relevant information from secondary sources

30%

C. Skills in:

communicating information and understanding

developing scientific thinking and problem-solving techniques

working individually and in teams

30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1

Production of Materials (ALARM task)


25%


Week 10 25%

3 The Acidic Environment Practical Test


25%


Week 2/5-6 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

H2

H3

H4

H5

H6

H7

H8

H9

H1

0

H1

1

H1

2

H1

3

H1

4

H1

5

H1

6

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 16 2018

COMMUNITY AND FAMILY STUDIES - 2 UNIT


Weight

A: Knowledge and understanding of how the following impact of wellbeing: resource management, positive relationships, range of social factors and nature of groups, families and communities

40%

B: Skills in: applying management processes to meet the needs of individuals, groups, families and communities, and planning to take responsible action to promote wellbeing

25%

C: Knowledge and understanding about research methodology and skills in researching, critical thinking, analysing and communicating

35%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1

Independent Research Project: Complete


30%

2 Alarm Matrix - Groups in Context A, B, C Term 2 Week 8

25%


Week 2/5-6 25%

4 Practical/ICT Task A, B, C Term 3 Week 3

20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

.1

H2

.1

H2

.2

H2

.3

H3

.1

H3

.2

H3

.3

H3

.4

H4

.1

H4

.2

H5

.1

H5

.2

H6

.1

H6

.2

H7

.1

H7

.2

H7

.3

H7

.4

1 ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 DEPENDENT ON OPTION SELECTED FOR STUDY

Version 1 17 2018

DRAMA - 2 UNIT


Weight

A: Making Drama 40%

B: Performing Drama 30%

C: Critically Studying Drama 30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Class Workshop A (10) & B (10) Term 4 Week 9

20%

2 Oral presentation A (20) Term 1 Week 6

20%

3 Half Yearly Examination C (10) Term 1

Week 10 10%

4 Group Performance & Individual Rationale

A (10), B (20) & C (5) Term 3 Week 3

35%

5 Trial HSC Examination C (15) Term 3

Week 2/5-6 15%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

.1

H1

.2

H1

.3

H1

.4

H1

.5

H1

.6

H1

.7

H1

.8

H1

.9

H2

.1

H2

.2

H2

.3

H2

.4

H2

.5

H3

.1

H3

.2

H3

.3

H3

.4

H3

.5

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 18 2018

ENGLISH STUDIES - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Students explore the forms, features and structures of texts in a range of personal, social, cultural and workplace contexts.


Weight

A. We are Australians - English in Citizenship, Community and Cultural 30%

B. In the Marketplace - English and the world of Business 30%

C. The Big Screen - English in Film Making 25%

D. Playing the Game - English in Sport 15%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Planning and Research A Term 4 Week 8

20%

2 Speaking B Term 1 Week 6

20%

3 Half Yearly Examination A, B Term 1

Week 10 20%

4 Viewing and Representing C Term 2 Week 6

20%


Week 2/5-6 20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3 H4

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 19 2018

ENGLISH STANDARD - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Students explore and experiment with the ways events, experiences, ideas and processes are represented through texts.


Weight

AREA OF STUDY: Discovery 40%

MODULE A: Experience Through Language 20%

MODULE B: Close Study of Text 20%

MODULE C: Texts and Society 20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Portfolio and Speech Area of Study Term 4

Week 10 15%

2 Writing Module B Term 1 Week 6

15%

3 Half Yearly Examination Area of Study Term 1

Week 10 10%

4 Viewing and Representing Module A Term 2 Week 6

15%

5 Trial HSC Examination

Area of Study Module A Module B Module C

Term 3 Week 2/5-6

15% 5% 5% 5%

6 Listening Module C Term 3 Week 8

15%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10 H11 H12 H13

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

6 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 20 2018

ENGLISH ADVANCED - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Students explore the ways events, experiences, ideas and processes are represented in and through texts and analyse the ways texts reflect different attitudes and values.


Weight

AREA OF STUDY: Discovery 40%

MODULE A: Comparative Study of Texts

20%

MODULE B: Critical Study of Text 20%

MODULE C: Representation and Text 20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Speaking Area of Study Term 4 Week 9

15%

2 Reading and Writing Module A Term 1 Week 6

15%

3 Half Yearly Examination Area of Study Term 1

Week 10 10%

4 Listening Module B Term 2 Week 7

15%


Area of Study Module A Module B Module C

Term 3 Week 2/5-6

15% 5% 5% 5%

6 Viewing and Representing Module C Term 3 Week 8

15%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

H2

H2A

H3

H4

H5

H6

H7

H8

H9

H1

0

H1

1

H1

2

H12A

H1

3

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

6 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 21 2018

ENGLISH EXTENTION 1

Course Content

In the HSC English Extension Course 1, students explore ideas of value and consider how cultural values and systems of valuation arise.


Weight

Internal Assessment Components

A) Knowledge and understanding of complex texts and of how and why they are valued

25%

B) Skills in: • complex analysis • sustained composition • independent investigation

25%

External Examination

Candidates answer two sustained response questions on their chosen elective.

25% 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Essay: Critical Response A, B Term 1 Week 5

15%

2 Tutorial Presentation A, B Term 2 Week 3

20%

3 Trial HSC Examination A, B Term 3

Week 5-6 15%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

HE1 HE2 HE3 HE4

1 ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 22 2018

ENGLISH EXTENTION 2

Course Content

In the HSC English Extension Course 2 students develop a sustained composition, and document and reflect on this process.


Weight

Objective 1 (O1): Skills in extensive independent investigation 25%

Objective 2 (O2): Skills in sustained composition 25%

TOTAL 50%

Task Number


1 Viva Voce O1, O2 Term 1 Week 3

10%

2 Report O1, O2 Term 2 Week 4

15%

3 Draft version of major work O1, O2 Term 3 Week 1

25%

TOTAL 50%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

HE1 HE2

1 ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦

Version 1 23 2018

VET - FURNITURE MAKING - 2 UNIT

The Student Competency Record Book will provide an ongoing record of the student’s achievement in the specified competencies of each unit. Possible AQF Qualification Certificate II in Furniture Making Work Placement Requirements No work placement required. HSC Examination No HSC examination. School Assessment Furnishing is a competency based course and assessment is ongoing throughout the year.

Version 1 24 2018

HISTORY MODERN - 2 UNIT


Weight

Core Study: World War I 1914–1919: A Source-based Study 25%

National Study: China 1927–1949 25%

Personality Study: Sun Yixian (Sun Yat-sen) 1866–1925 25%

Peace and Conflict Study: Conflict in Indochina 1954–1979 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Source Analysis Core Study Term 4 Week 9

15%

2 Research and In-class essay Personality Study Term 1 Week 7

15%

3 Perspectives and Interpretations

National Study Term 2 Week 8

20%

4 Research and Presentation Peace and Conflict Study

Term 3 Week 7

20%

5 Trial HSC Examination All Components Term 3

Week 2/5-6 30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

.1

H1

.2

H2

.1

H3

.1

H3

.2

H3

.3

H3

.4

H3

.5

H4

.1

H4

.2

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 25 2018

VET - HOSPITALITY CERTIFICATE II in KITCHEN OPERATIONS - 2 UNIT

Assessment Summary for SIT20416 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (including coffee)

Requirements for HSC purposes Dates

Work Placement (compulsory for the HSC) 70 hours in total

Trial HSC exam - Students whose HSC pattern of study makes them eligible to receive an ATAR must sit the trial HSC exam.

Assessment Plan Evidence gathering techniques

Competency codes

Units of competency

Obs

erva

tion

of

prac

tical

wor

k

Pro

duct

asse

ssm

ent

Ora

l que

stio

ning

Writ

ten

assi

gnm

ent,

Tes

t.

Thi

rd p

arty

rep

ort

Sel

f-as

sess

men

t

HS

C e

xam

inab

le

Cluster: Getting along

BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others YES

Cluster: Safe and sustainable work practices

SITXWHS001 Participate in safe work practices

YES

BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Cluster: Safe and hygienic food preparation

SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety

YES

SITHCCC001 Use food preparation equipment

SITXFSA002 Participate in safe food handling practices

Cluster: Preparing quality simple dishes

SITHCCC002 Prepare and present simple dishes

SITINV002 Maintain the quality of perishable items

Cluster: Producing menu Items

SITHCCC005 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

YES

Cluster: Cleaning the kitchen

SITHKOP001 Clean kitchen premises and equipment YES

Cluster: Preparing appetisers and salads

SITHCCC006 Prepare appetisers and salads

Cluster: Keeping up to date with industry

SITHIND002 Source and use information on the hospitality industry

YES

Cluster: Prepare and serve espresso coffee

SITHFAB005 Prepare and serve espresso coffee

Cluster: Use cookery skills effectively

SITHCCC011 Use cookery skills effectively (holistic)

Depending on the achievement of units of competency; the possible AQF qualification outcome is

SIT20416 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations or a Statement of Attainment towards SIT20416Certificate II in Kitchen Operations

SIT20416 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations Public Schools NSW Wagga Wagga RTO 90333 Version 1.0 5 May 2017

Version 1 26 2018

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY METAL - 2 UNIT

Metal and Engineering Technologies


Weight

A. Industry Study 15%

B. Major Project 60%

C. Industry Related Manufacturing Technology 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Major Project Folio: Statement of Intent, Sketches and Plans

B Term 4 Week 8

25%

2 Industry Study Report A, C Term 1 Week 6

15%

3 Major Project Folio: Justification, finance-plan, time-line, WHS

B Term 2 Week 9

30%


A, C Term 3

Week 2/5-6 30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1.1

H1

.2

H1

.3

H2

.1

H3

.1

H3

.2

H3

.3

H4

.1

H4

.2

H4

.3

H5

.1

H5

.2

H6

.1

H6

.2

H7

.1

H7

.2

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Tasks will include:

Broad industry report.

Document research activities relevant to folio development.

Research and application of a range of processes and technologies to the development of the Major project.

Version 1 27 2018

MATHEMATICS GENERAL 1 - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Core Topics

Financial Mathematics Data and Statistics Measurement Probability Algebra and Modelling

Focus Studies

Mathematics and Design Mathematics and Household Finance Mathematics and the Human Body Mathematics and Personal Resource Usage

NOTE: The Preliminary Course is considered assumed knowledge for the HSC Course. Up to 30% of the HSC assessment will be based on the Preliminary course. Questions based on the Preliminary course can also be asked when they lead in to questions based on the HSC course. Marks from these lead in questions will not be counted in the 30% Preliminary allowance.

Assessment Components

The mandatory components and weightings for the HSC course are: Weight

A. Knowledge and Understanding 50%

B. Skills 50%

TOTAL 100%

Task

Number Task Description Component Due Weight

A B

1 Financial Maths Project 10 15 Term 4 Week 8

25%

2 Half Yearly Examination 10 5 Term 1

Week 10 15%

3 Extended Module Task 15 15 Term 2 Week 8

30%

4 Focus Study Task 15 15 Term 3 Week 7

30%

TOTAL 100%

Task

Number Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10

1 ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 28 2018

MATHEMATICS GENERAL 2 - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Core Topics

Financial Mathematics Data and Statistics Measurement Probability Algebra and Modelling

Focus Studies

Mathematics and Health Mathematics and Resources

NOTE: The Preliminary Course is considered assumed knowledge for the HSC Course. Up to 30% of the HSC examination will be based on the Preliminary course. Questions based on the Preliminary course can also be asked when they lead in to questions based on the HSC course. Marks from these lead in questions will not be counted in the 30% Preliminary allowance.


Weight

A. Concepts, skills and techniques:

Use of concepts, skills and techniques to solve mathematical problems in a wide range of practical contexts

50%

A. B. Reasoning and communication:

Application of reasoning and communication in appropriate forms to construct mathematical arguments and to interpret and use mathematical models

50%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


A B

1 Financial Maths Project 15 5 Term 4 Week 8

20%


Week 10 20%

3 Focus Study Project 15 15 Term 2 Week 6

30%

4 Trial HSC Examination 10 20 Term 3

Week 2/5-6 30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10

1 ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 29 2018

MATHEMATICS - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Topics

Coordinate Methods in Geometry Applications of Geometrical Properties Geometrical Applications of Differentiation Integration Trigonometric Functions (including applications of Trig. ratios)

Topics

Logarithmic and Exponential Functions Applications of Calculus to the Physical world Probability Series and Sequences

NOTE: The Preliminary Course is considered assumed knowledge for the HSC course and is tested in the HSC examination.


Weight

A. Knowledge, understanding and skills developed in each unit/topic and the ability to recognise which skills to use in standard problems.

50%

B. Application of knowledge and skills to problem solving in both familiar and unfamiliar situations.

50%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


A B

1 In Class Test 10 5 Term 4 Week 9

15%

2 In Class Test 15 10 Term 2 Week 5

25%

3 Assignment 10 20 Term 2 Week 8

30%


Week 2/5-6 30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 30 2018

MATHEMATICS EXTENSION 1-1 UNIT

Course Content

Course Content

Induction

Methods of integration

Primitive of sin2 x and cos2 x

Equation dN dt = k(N – P)

Velocity and acceleration as a function of x.

Projectile motion

Simple harmonic motion

Inverse functions and inverse trig. Functions

Binominal thermo

Further probability

Interactive methods for numerical estimation of roots of a polynomial equation

Harder applications of the HSC 2 Unit Topics

NOTE: For Mathematics Extension1, the internal assessment mark submitted to the Board may be based on the whole courses (i.e. Both Preliminary and HSC course).


Weight

A. Concepts, skills and techniques: 50%

B. Reasoning and communication: 50%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


A B

1 Class Test 20 Term 4 Week 8

20%


Week 10 25%

3 Class Test 15 15 Term 2 Week 7

30%


Week 2/5-6 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

HE1 HE2 HE3 HE4 HE5 HE6 HE7

1 ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 31 2018

MUSIC - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Students will study:

Through the context of the syllabus which is set out according to musical concepts of: o Duration, Dynamics, Pitch, Tone Colour, Expressive Techniques, Structure and Texture.

Through the learning experiences of performance, composition, musicology and aural.

Within the context of a range of styles, periods and genres.


Weight

Performance core (P) – participation in any form of practical music making 10%

Composition Core (C) – application of the organisation of sounds 10%

Musicology Core (M) – the study of musical styles and genres 10%

Aural Core (A) – the ability to classify and discriminate sounds 25%

Elective 1 (E) – performance, composition or musicology for Topic 1 15%



TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 An instruments and its repertoire: Musicology, Aural and Performance

M, A, P Term 4 Week 7

P=5, A=5 M=5

2

Music for radio, film TV & multimedia: Composition, Performance *Aural (Half Yearly Aural Examination)

C, P, A Term 1 Week 7 & 10

P=5, A=5 C=5

3 Popular music: Musicology, aural, improvisation

M, A, C Term 2 Week 7

A=5, M=5 C=5

4 Trial HSC Examination: Three Elective choices plus Aural Exam

E, A Term 3 Week 2/5-6

A=10 E=45

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 DEPENDENT ON ELECTIVES SELECTED FOR STUDY

Version 1 32 2018

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Core 1: Health Priorities in Australia

Core 2: Factors Affecting Performance

Option 1: The Health of Young People

Option 2: Sport and Physical Activity in Australia Society

Option 3: Sports Medicine

Option 4: Improving Performance

Option 5: Equity & Health


Weight

A: Knowledge and understanding of:

factors that affect health

the way the body moves

40%

B: Skills in:

influencing personal and community health

taking action to improve participation and performance in physical activity

30%

C: Skills in critical thinking, research analysis 30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Task Description Component Due

Weight

1 Practical Task A,B,C Term 4 Week 8

20%

2 Half Yearly Examination A,B,C Term 1

Week 10 25%

3 ALARM Task A,B,C Term 2 Week 7

30%

4 Trial HSC Examination A,B,C Term 3

Week 2/5-6 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

H2

H3

H4

H5

H6

H7

H8

H9

H1

0

H1

1

H1

2

H1

3

H1

4

H1

5

H1

6

H1

7

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 33 2018

PHYSICS - 2 UNIT


Weight

A. Knowledge & Understanding of: the history, nature and practice of physics, applications and uses of

physics and their implications for society and the environment, and current issues, research and developments in physics

kinematics and dynamics, energy, waves, fields and matter

40%

B. Skills in:

planning and conducting first-hand investigations

gathering and processing first-hand data gathering and processing relevant information from secondary

sources

30%

C. Skills in:

communicating information and understanding

developing scientific thinking and problem-solving techniques working individually and in teams

30%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 Space Research Task


25%

2 Motors & Generators Practical Assessment

B,C Term 1 Week 7

25%

3 Ideas to Implementation Presentation


25%


Week 2/5-6 25%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

H2

H3

H4

H5

H6

H7

H8

H9

H1

0

H11

H1

2

H1

3

H1

4

H1

5

H1

6

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 34 2018

SPORT, LIFESTYLE & RECREATION (SLR) - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation makes a positive contribution to the total wellbeing of students. They develop knowledge and understanding of the value of activity, levels of movement skill, competence in a wide variety of sport and recreation contexts and skills in planning to be active. These and other aspects of the course enable students to adopt and maintain an active lifestyle.


Weight

A. Knowledge and Understanding 50%

B. Skills 50%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 First Aid Practical and Theory Test

A, B Term 4 Week 9

15%

2 Half Yearly Examination A Term 1

Week 10 20%

3 Research Task – Skill Acquisition A Term 2 Week 5

20%

4 Trial HSC Examination A, B Term 3

Week 2/5-6 25%

5 Discussion Essay- Professionalism and Sport

A Term 3 Week 7

20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

.1

H1

.2

H1

.3

H1

.4

H1

.5

H1

.6

H2

.1

H2

.2

H2

.3

H2

.4

H2

.5

H3

.1

H3

.2

H3

.3

H3

.4

H3

.5

H3

.6

H3

.7

H4

.1

H4

.2

H4

.3

H4

.4

H4

.5

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 35 2018

TEXTILES & DESIGN - 2 UNIT

Course Content

Students will study:

Design

Properties & Performance of Textiles

Australian Textiles, Clothing, Footwear & Allied Industries


Weight

A. Major Textiles Project 50%

B. Design 20%

C. Properties and Performance of Textiles 20%

D. Australian textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied industries 10%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


1 MTP- Inspiration and Visual

Design Contemporary designer study

A, B Term 4 Week 8

20%

2 MTP- Experimentation Properties and Performance

A, C Term 1 Week 6

25%

3 Half Yearly Examination B,C,D Term 1

Week 10 15%

4

MTP-Manufacturing Specification

Properties and Performance ATCFAI

A, C Term 2

Week 10 20%

5 Trial HSC Examination B,C,D Term 3

Week 2/5-6 20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1

.1

H1

.2

H1

.3

H2

.1

H2

.2

H2

.3

H3

.1

H3

.2

H4

.1

H4

.2

H5

.1

H5

.2

H6

.1

1 ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦

5 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 36 2018

VISUAL ARTS - 2 UNIT

Course Content

A focus on more interpretive investigations and relationships through:

the content of Practice, Conceptual Framework, Frames

the development of a Work

use of a process diary (V.A.P.D)

investigation of content through at least 5 Case Studies in art criticism and art history


Weight

A. Body of Work 50%

B. Art Criticism and Art History 50%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number


A B

1

Development of the Body of Work Submission of works in progress, VAPD with annotated research and critical evaluation of material and conceptual intention through the structural frame

15 15 Term 1 Week 4

30%

2

Essay

Extended written research response. Account for the critical and historical interpretation(s) of a selected artist’s practice at a certain time and over time.

15 Term 2 Week 2

15%

3

Development of the Body of Work

Submission of artworks under development, VAPD including a written account of artmaking practice through the artwork/ audience relationship

25 10 Term 2 Week 6

35%

4

Trial HSC Examination

Art Criticism and Art History Written Examination, Resolving the Body of Work: artworks undergoing refinement, VAPD including curation of works for HSC submission with written evaluation of these decisions

10 10 Term 3 Week 2

20%

TOTAL 100%

Task Number

Outcomes Assessed

H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10

1 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

2 ♦ ♦ ♦

3 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

4 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Version 1 37 2018

Information for Students Undertaking School Delivered VET Courses

Wagga Wagga RTO 90333

The following document provides important information about Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses delivered by Wagga Wagga Registered Training Organisation (RTO) 90333.

General VET courses offer dual accreditation: students who successfully complete these courses will gain unit credit toward their Higher School Certificate (HSC) and will also receive a nationally recognised industry based qualification.

Framework and Non Framework Courses VET courses are generally broken into two groups, Industry Curriculum Framework (ICF) courses and Board Endorsed Courses (BEC). Both groups will provide units of credit towards the students HSC. Similarly both groups will give students access to a nationally recognised qualification.

Industry Curriculum Framework courses are category B subjects for the purpose of calculating an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). The ATAR is the main method of determining university admission for students seeking university admission at the end of year 12.

Note: Students must complete a 240 hour course and sit the optional HSC examination. Only ONE Category B course may be used towards the student’s ATAR. Board Endorsed Courses cannot be used towards the ATAR.

Assessment Procedures Assessment of students in VET courses is competency based. This means that evidence of achievement of competency is produced by the student, collected by an assessor and judged against agreed industry standards. Assessments are generally practical in nature and reflect the type of tasks that would be required to be performed in the workplace, however written tasks may be used to assess knowledge and understanding of concepts related to the course.

Evidence of competence can be collected by the assessor in a variety of ways. Like all other HSC courses, some of the evidence collected will be through formal assessment tasks or events such as project work, presentation of portfolios, practical demonstrations, as well as pen and paper tasks. Students are deemed either competent or not yet competent following an assessment task.

No grades or marks are awarded through competency based assessments. The school will provide an assessment schedule for each VET course.

Optional External HSC Examination Industry Curriculum Framework courses have an optional external HSC exam for students wishing to include their mark in the calculation of the ATAR. Students who sit for the optional HSC exam will have an estimate mark submitted to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) by the school. This estimate mark will only be used in the event of a claim of misadventure.

Student Selection, enrolment and induction procedures Stage 6 VET courses are available to all students in years 11 and 12. Stage 6 VET courses may also be available to students in years 9 and 10 as “Early Commencement”. It is generally recommended that students in Year 9 do NOT undertake “Early Commencement” of Stage 6 VET courses.

A course induction will be delivered by course trainers at the beginning of the each course. This induction will include information regarding the specific course they are studying, recognition of prior learning procedures, assessment procedures, information regarding student rights and responsibilities, and a student declaration to be signed by the student to confirm that they have completed the induction as part of their enrolment procedures.

Public Schools NSW - Wagga Wagga RTO 90333 Version 1.4 Date of approval Jan 2017

Version 1 38 2018

Fees and charges

Some VET courses attract a course cost. Where a course cost exists it will be indicated on the course information page. More detailed information regarding fee charges and refund policies will be provided in the course induction.

Students having difficulty in making payments may be able access the Student Assistance Scheme. See your student adviser for details as to how this fund can be accessed.

Freedom of Information and Privacy

Students’ rights to privacy and access to information are outlined in the Freedom of Information and Privacy policy. All staff members are required to abide by the Department’s Privacy Code of Practice.

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Credit transfer is available to students who produce evidence of achievement of competency from another RTO. RPL may also be available to students who can provide sufficient evidence of skills attained previously. Students seeking RPL should follow the RPL procedures outlined in the RTO Student Guide.

Work Placement

Seventy (70) hours of work placement per 240 hours of study is a mandatory HSC component of many VET courses. Failure to complete mandatory work placement will mean that a student will receive an “N” determination for the subject and as a result may be ineligible for the award of the HSC. Students will be provided with additional work placement information in the course induction.

School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs) The SBAT Program provides students with the opportunity to include a recognised VET qualification within their HSC and to combine this with paid work.

SBATs must complete formal training that is delivered by a RTO. The formal training must meet

the requirements of the relevant Vocational Training Order (VTO) for that apprenticeship or

traineeship vocation, and lead to a nationally recognised qualification. The formal training

component of a SBAT will contribute unit credit towards the HSC.

Becoming a School Based Apprentice or Trainee

Students must first find an employer prepared to take them on as a school based apprentice or trainee. Once an offer of employment has been made, students must contact the SBAT Contact Person in their school. This is usually the Careers Adviser. The SBAT Contact Person will then commence the process to seek approval to establish a SBAT.

Students wanting to find out more information regarding SBATs should contact the school’s Careers Adviser. The following website is also a key source of information regarding SBATs:

www.sbatinnsw.info

Unique Student Identifier From January 2015, all students undertaking Nationally Recognised Training delivered by a Registered Training Organisation must obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI). The USI provides easy access to all VET training records and results throughout your life. You can access your USI account online from a computer, tablet or smart phone at any time. You must keep your USI safe and ready to use for further enrolments in VET training.

Smart and Skilled Smart and Skilled has been implemented with an entitlement to government subsidised training commencing January 1, 2015. Qualifications achieved at school do not impact on this entitlement post school. This may impact on positions available within industry sectors for SBATs.

Public Schools NSW - Wagga Wagga RTO 90333 Version 1.4 Date of approval Jan 2017

http://www.sbatinnsw.info/

Version 1 39 2018

ASSESSMENT ADVICE FOR HSC VET COURSES

Assessment in VET courses is competency based. This means that you need to demonstrate that you have gained, and can apply the specific knowledge and skills for the unit of competency to be deemed competent in that unit. Evidence of competence will be collected in a variety of ways including written tasks, practical demonstration, portfolio or assignments. You may be deemed ‘Competent’ if performance in all required assessment activities is satisfactory or Not Yet Competent if you are still developing skills and/or your performance is at an unsatisfactory level. There is no pass or fail. This means that a course mark is not allocated. For this reason, the assessment schedule for HSC VET courses is in a different format to other Board Developed Courses. Formal assessment will be scheduled only when you have developed the necessary skills, and underpinning knowledge to demonstrate competency. Your trainer will keep a record of units of competency achieved. You may request to see this record at any time to determine your progress. Alternately you will be supplied with a competency log for maintaining a record of units achieved. You are entitled to seek advice about options for further training and assessment for competencies ‘not yet achieved’. You will also receive a report from the school each semester indicating competencies achieved to date.

The achievement of units of competency, will lead to a Certificate at AQF level I, II or III or a Statement of Attainment (SOA) towards the AQF qualification. A transcript will be issued by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) on behalf of Public Schools NSW Wagga Wagga, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) 90333 for successful completion.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available by submitting evidence of skills and knowledge relevant to the unit/s of competency for assessment by your trainer. Credit Transfer will be given for units of competency previously achieved with another RTO.

Work placement is a mandatory HSC component in some courses and must be completed during the course. (Refer to the specific course assessment summary for more detailed information). Note that:

- you will not be permitted to participate in a work placement if you are not deemed ‘work ready’ by your trainer.

- an ‘N’ determination will be issued if work placement is not satisfactorily completed. This means that the course will not count towards your HSC pattern of study. However, you will still receive a Statement of Attainment which indicates the units of competency achieved towards the qualification.

- the scheduled date for work placement is shown in the course assessment summary.

HSC Examination is only available in some VET courses. (Refer to the specific course assessment summary for more detailed information).

- Optional for students completing the 240 hour course and is intended for Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) purposes only. (Refer to the specific course assessment summary for more detailed information).

- Independent of the competency based assessment requirements for the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) VET qualification. The satisfactory completion of the course will still appear on your HSC if the optional exam is not undertaken.

If you intend to use your VET course towards the calculation of the ATAR, the school must submit an estimated mark of your likely performance in the HSC. This will only be used in the case of an illness/misadventure appeal. Students whose HSC pattern of study makes them eligible to receive an ATAR must sit the trial exam.

Public Schools NSW Wagga Wagga RTO 90333 Version 1.0 5 May 2017

Version 1 40 2018

KANDOS HIGH SCHOOL

ASSESSMENT FORMS

The following forms may be used by students to accompany requests or by teachers to advise

students:

APPENDIX 1

Student to

Teacher

COVER SHEET - This form should accompany every

assessment task.

STUDENT RECEIPT - Students should sign a notification

sheet for every task handed in.

APPENDIX 2

Student to

Teacher then

to Head

Teacher

APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION - This form should be

completed by the student:

1) then handed to the course teacher. 2) the course teacher must send it to the Head

Teacher. 3) both course teacher and Head Teacher should

retain their copies.

APPENDIX 3

Student to

Teacher then

to Head

Teacher

ILLNESS/MISADVENTURE FORM - This form must be

completed if:

1) you know you will be absent from an assessment task with a valid reason

2) had an illness or misadventure that prevented you from or impacted your ability to complete an assessment task or examination.

APPENDIX 4

Student to

Deputy

Principal

STUDENT APPEAL FORM – This form should be

completed by the student:

Version 1 41 2018

APPENDICES

APPENDIX 1

KANDOS HIGH SCHOOL

ASSESSMENT TASK COVER SHEET

COURSE

STUDENT NAME

SCHOOL

DATE DUE

ASSESSMENT TITLE/QUESTION

NUMBER OF PAGES (Not including coversheet)

DATE HANDED IN

(Signed by Teacher)

RESULT: GRADE

RANK

(Optional)

COMMENTS

MARKER’S SIGNATURE

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

KANDOS HIGH SCHOOL

RECEIPT OF AN ASSESSMENT TASK (Student’s Copy)

Student’s Name:

Course:

Teacher:

Assessment Task received by:

Signature:

Date: Time:

Please detach this receipt if the Assessment Task has been handed in to the office and give to

Student to keep for their own records.

Version 1 42 2018

APPENDIX 2

KANDOS HIGH SCHOOL

APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION

NAME SCHOOL

SUBJECT TEACHER

ASSESSEMENT No

TITLE DUE

REASON FOR APPLICATION

(Note: appropriate evidence must accompany this application, e.g. Doctor’s Certificate)

Signature: Signature: Student Parent

INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS

1. Late tasks will receive a zero (0) result.

2. An extension may be granted in genuine cases of illness or misadventure. To be considered, an application for extension must be requested in writing before

the due date. 3. Hand in your assessment task even if it is late. A student who does not complete tasks to

the value of 50% of the assessment tasks in a course may not be certified as satisfactory in that course and may not be eligible for a Record of School Achievement.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Please complete the following. This slip will be returned to you by the subject teacher.

APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION

NAME SCHOOL

SUBJECT ASSESSMENT TASK

EXTENSION GRANTED EXTENSION DENIED

REASON

Teacher Signature Date

Version 1 43 2018

APPENDIX 3

KANDOS HIGH SCHOOL

ILLNESS/MISADVENTURE FORM FOR SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT TASKS, INCLUDING EXAMINATIONS

Name: _____________________________________________ Date: ________________________

This form must be submitted if you (1) know you will be absent from an assessment task with a valid reason or (2) had an illness or a misadventure that prevented you from doing the task or examination, or that impacted on your performance during the examination. This form must be submitted on the day or the first day you return to school to the Head Teacher of that subject (who will inform the Deputy Principal). I, ____________________________ hereby apply on consideration of the following factor(s) which affected my performance in this assessment task.

Only list the examinations/assessment tasks that you are appealing

Do not list the examination/assessment tasks in which you were not affected by illness or misadventure

Stage 5 Preliminary Higher School Certificate

Assessment Task Teacher:

Outline of Reason/s for misadventure/illness:

Request and date for proposed completion (if applicable) Extension No Penalty for Lateness Penalty Estimate to be used

Note: Documentary evidence from Parent/Doctor must be provided, except in exceptional circumstances.

Independent evidence of illness/misadventure:

Doctor’s Certificate supplied: _____ Yes/No Statutory Declaration by parent supplied: Yes/No Statutory Declaration must include date of illness/incident, nature of incident (e.g. death of family member, car

accident, etc.); all relevant details of the incident; and contact details of parent. I consider that my examination/assessment task performance was affected by illness or unforeseen

misadventure which occurred immediately before or during the examination/misadventure as set out in this form.

I declare that all the information I have supplied is true:

Student signature: Date:

Parent signature: Date:

Recommendation and Decision

Extension granted Penalty applied

No penalty for lateness Estimate to be used

Other: _______________________ Signatures:_____________________________ ______________________________

Head Teacher Class Teacher Deputy Principal Signature:_______________________________

Head Teacher Informs student of Decision Date: ______________

Signatures: _____________________________ ______________________________

Head Teacher Student

Version 1 44 2018

APPENDIX 4

KANDOS HIGH SCHOOL

STUDENT APPEAL FORM Student’s Name:

Course: Task Number:

Nature of Assessment Task:

Due Date: / / Class Teacher Name:

Reason for Appeal: (state details to support your case (or attach statement)

Medical Certificate is attached: Yes / No

Additional information attached: Yes / No

Signature of Student Date Signature of Teacher Date

Head Teacher Recommendation: Reason for decision:

Complete a substitute task

Estimate to be given

No mark to be awarded

Sit or submit the task without penalty

Task to be submitted with penalty

New Due Date:

Signature of Student Date Signature of Teacher Date

Version 1 45 2018

ASSESSMENT TASK CALENDAR - ALPHABETICAL

Schedule of Assessment Tasks for HSC 2017-18

Wee

k

Ag

ricultu

re

Bio

logy

Bu

sin

ess S

tud

ies

Ch

em

istr

y

Co

mm

un

ity &

Fam

ily S

tud

ies

Dra

ma

En

glis

h S

tud

ies

En

glis

h S

tan

da

rd

En

glis

h A

dva

nced

En

glis

h E

xte

nsio

n 1

En

glis

h E

xte

nsio

n 2

VE

T-

Fu

rnitu

re M

akin

g

His

tory

Mo

de

rn

VE

T -

Ho

spita

lity

Ind

ustr

ial T

ech

. M

eta

l &

Te

c

Ma

ths G

en

era

l 1

Ma

ths G

en

era

l 2

Ma

the

matics

Ma

the

matics E

xte

nsio

n 1

Mu

sic

PD

HP

E

Ph

ysic

s

Sp

ort

, Lifesty

le &

Recre

atio

n

Te

xtile

s &

De

sig

n

Vis

ual A

rts

Term

4 2

01

7

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

Term

1 2

01

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

Term

2 2

01

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Term

3 2

01

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Exam Assessment task to be submitted No Assessment task to be given

Version 1 46 2018

ASSESSMENT TASK CALENDAR - LINES

Schedule of Assessment Tasks for HSC 2017-18

Wee

k

En

glis

h S

tud

ies

En

glis

h S

tan

da

rd

En

glis

h A

dva

nce

En

glis

h E

xte

nsio

n 1

En

glis

h E

xte

nsio

n 2

Ma

ths G

en

era

l 1

Ma

ths G

en

era

l 2

Ma

the

matics

Ma

the

matics E

xte

nsio

n 1

Sp

ort

, Lifesty

le &

Recre

atio

n

Bio

logy

VE

T -

Fu

rnitu

re M

akin

g

Ph

ysic

s

Mu

sic

Co

mm

un

ity &

Fam

ily S

tud

ies

Te

xtile

s &

De

sig

n

Dra

ma

His

tory

Mo

de

rn

Ch

em

istr

y

Bu

sin

ess S

tud

ies

Ag

ricultu

re

VE

T -

Ho

spita

lity

PD

/H/P

E

Vis

ual A

rts

Ind

ustr

ial T

ech

. M

eta

l &

En

g

Term

4 2

01

7

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

Term

1 2

01

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

Term

2 2

01

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Term

3 2

01

8

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Exam Assessment task to be submitted No Assessment task to be given

Version 1 47 2018

hsc€¦ · trial hsc examinations. weighting of marks nesa has specified the weightings that must...

Documents