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Promoting Excellence In A Caring Educational Environment

Preliminary Subject

Selection Book 2018

Lithgow High School

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Stage 6

Important Note for Students and Parents

The inclusion of a course in this booklet does not constitute a guarantee that it will run in 2018. Courses will only commence if a sufficient number of students select them, and if the school still has staff with the required subject expertise in 2018. This not only means that any particular course could be cancelled before the end of 2017, but also that it could be cancelled at the start of next year if the number of students starting Year 11 in 2018 is lower than expected. It is also possible that timetable restrictions might affect students’ subject selections, since it is impossible for any school to create a timetable which can offer every student all possible combinations of subjects he or she may choose. Consequently, students could find that a timetable clash prevents their accessing all of the subjects they want, even if those subjects do run in 2018.

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Contents

Types of Courses 5

Unit Value 5

Preliminary and HSC Courses 5

HSC Requirements 5

Australian Tertiary Admission Rank 6

Category B Subjects 6

Life Skills HSC 6

School Contribution and Course Costs 6

List of Courses 7

Course Descriptions 8

Online subject selection instructions 72

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Principal ______________________A Caro

Deputy Principals______________ Karin Mawhood

Matt Quirk

Jeff Dean

Careers Advisor _______________ Rebecca Hamment

Student Advisor _______________ Erich Mantei

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General HSC Rules and Information Types of Courses

There are three main types of courses in the senior school.

Board Developed Courses The content of these courses is determined by NESA and distributed to schools so that students throughout the state study the same course content. The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is calculated from Board Developed courses only.

Endorsed Courses Endorsed courses are designed by NESA or individual schools. They appear on a student’s Preliminary Year Record of Achievement and/or, if taken in the HSC year, on a student’s Higher School Certificate. They do not, however, count towards the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank.

Board VET Framework Courses These Vocational Education and Training courses are Board Developed courses which have a compulsory work placement component and an optional examination. Students who need their VET course for the ATAR will have to sit the external HSC exam at the end of Year 12. Those who do not need the course for their ATAR can choose to complete it without taking the final HSC exam. Students are credited with the course in their HSC and also receive Australian Qualifications Framework accreditation.

Course Unit Values and Levels of Complexity

All senior school courses have a unit value, such as Visual Arts 2 Unit or English Extension 1 Unit. The unit value simply indicates the size of the course: a two unit course requires twice as much study as a one unit course. The unit value also indicates the number of marks available in a course: each unit is worth a maximum of 50 marks, so any 2 unit course – the most common course size - is worth a maximum of 100 marks.

Several subjects are offered at varying levels of complexity and sophistication, and this is reflected in the course name. English Standard 2 Unit, for example, does not delve as deeply into the study of English as English Advanced, and Mathematics Standard is a less sophisticated study of Mathematics than the Mathematics Advanced course. With both English and Mathematics there is an option for students to study a Board Developed course that has an optional HSC exam, meaning students who are selecting a non-ATAR pattern of study are not required to sit the HSC exam.

Preliminary and HSC Courses

All two-year courses consist of a Preliminary course followed by the HSC course, and satisfactory completion of the Preliminary course is a prerequisite for entry into the HSC course.

HSC Requirements

To be eligible for an HSC, each student must complete at least twelve Preliminary Units and ten HSC Units.

Both the Preliminary and HSC pattern of courses must include:

at least 2 units of a Board Developed English course;

a minimum of 6 units from Board Developed courses*;

a minimum of three courses of at least 2 units value; and

at least four subjects.

*If a student wishes to receive an ATAR, he or she must take at least ten units of Board Developed courses.

At most 7 units of courses in Science can count towards Higher School Certificate eligibility.

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Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

The ATAR is a number between 0 and 99.95 (with increments of 0.05). It provides a measure of overall academic achievement in the HSC which assists universities in ranking applicants for university selection. The top scorers will receive a rank of 99.95 and all other candidates will be ranged below that number.

The ATAR is calculated from a student’s TEN best Board Developed units in the HSC, subject to the following restrictions.

Two units of English must be included (even if that is a student’s worst subject).

A student’s pattern of courses must contain at least three courses of two units or greater and at least four subjects.

No more than two units of Category B courses (see below) can be counted towards the ATAR. Information on the ATAR scores required for entry to university courses is contained in the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) Handbook. Copies of this book can be borrowed from the Careers office or the school library.

Category B Subjects

The following subjects have been categorised as Category B subjects for ATAR calculation purposes.

Business Services

Construction

Electro technology

English Studies

Hospitality

Human Services

Information Technology

Mathematics Standard 1

Metal and Engineering

Primary Industries

Tourism

Life Skills HSC

Students with learning difficulties can take a modified form of HSC called a Life Skills HSC. Students on this program, depending on their subject pattern, can take all of their subjects as Life Skills subjects or can take a combination of Life Skills and mainstream HSC subjects. Details of this program are available on request.

School Contribution and Course Costs

The School Contribution for Stage Six students, as determined by the Finance Committee, is $75.00. There is also a booklet fee of $2.00 and $4.00 respectively for the Preliminary and HSC examinations.

Some courses require the use of additional materials to achieve the course outcomes. The cost of these additional materials must be met by the student. These costs are stated in each course description.

By enrolling in courses which have subject fees, students are entering into an agreement to pay these course costs.

Subject Selection

This year, students’ subject selections will be made online. Please see the instructions on pages 72 -75 of

this book.

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Preliminary Courses 2018

Board Developed Courses These count towards the HSC and the ATAR. HSC examination are optional for English Studies,

Mathematics Standard 1 and VET framework courses

(All are 2 Unit unless otherwise indicated. Course costs nil unless otherwise indicated.)

Agriculture Cost: $50

Ancient History

Biology

Business Studies

Chemistry

Community and Family Studies

Dance

Drama

Earth and Environmental

Engineering Studies Cost: $50

English

English Advanced

English Extension (1 unit)

English Standard

English Studies * (Optional HSC EXAM)

Food Technology Cost: $45

Geography

Industrial Technology:

Automotive, Timber, Metal or Graphics Cost: $50

Information Processes & Technology

Legal Studies

Mathematics

Mathematics Advanced

Mathematics Extension 1 (1 unit)

Mathematics Standard 1 * (Optional HSC EXAM)

Mathematics Standard 2

Modern History

Music 1

Personal Development, Health and P E

Physics

Society and Culture

Software Design & Development

Textiles and Design Cost: $80

Visual Arts Cost: $50

Vocational Education Courses*

Aviation

Construction * Cost: $100

Furniture Making * Cost: $100

Information Digital Media Technology *

Metal and Engineering * Cost: $100

Primary Industries - Agriculture * Cost: $70

TVET Hospitality *

TVET Human Services * (4 units Yr 11, 2 units Yr 12)

TVET Tourism *

* Category B Courses

Board Endorsed Courses

These count towards the HSC but not the ATAR.

(All are 2 Unit unless otherwise indicated. Course costs nil unless otherwise indicated.)

School Courses

Aviation

Exploring Early Childhood

Photography, Video & Digital Imaging Cost: $45

Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation Studies

Work Studies

TVET Courses

Animal Studies

Community Services Work (Welfare)

Please Note: students can only have one TVET course in their pattern of subjects.

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Preliminary Course

Descriptions 2018

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Agriculture Course No: 15010 Course Cost: $50

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course

Exclusions: Nil

Course Description

The Preliminary course incorporates the study of the interactions between the components of agricultural production, marketing and management, while giving consideration to the issue of sustainability of the farming system. This is an ‘on-farm’, environment-oriented course.

The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course. It examines the complexity and scientific principles of the components of agricultural production. It places greater emphasis on farm management to maximise productivity and environmental sustainability. The Farm Product Study is used as a basis for analysing and addressing social, environmental and economic issues as they relate to sustainability.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

• Overview (15%)

•The Farm Case Study (25%)

• Plant Production (30%)

• Animal Production (30%)

HSC Course Core (80%)

• Plant/Animal Production (50%)

• Farm Product Study (30%)

Elective (20%)

Choose ONE of the following electives to study:

• Agri-food, Fibre and Fuel Technologies

• Climate Challenge • Farming for the 21st Century

Particular Course Requirements

Practical experiences should occupy a minimum of 30% of both Preliminary and HSC course time.

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Ancient History 2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course

Course No: 15020 Course Cost: Nil

Exclusions: Nil

Course Description The Preliminary course provides students with opportunities to develop and apply their understanding of methods and issues involved in the investigation of the ancient past. Students have the opportunity to engage in the study of a range of features, people, places, events and developments of the ancient world.

The HSC course provides students with opportunities to apply their understanding of archaeological and written sources and relevant issues in the investigation of the ancient past. Through a core study, students investigate the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and explore issues relating to reconstruction and conservation of the past. They also study the key features and sources of an ancient society, personality and historical period.

Main Topics Covered

The Preliminary course comprises of three sections.

Investigating Ancient History (60 indicative hours including ‘The Nature of Ancient History’ and ‘Case Studies’)

Students undertake at least one option from ‘The Nature of Ancient History’, and at least two case studies

Features of Ancient Societies (40 indicative hours)

Students study at least two ancient societies.

Historical Investigation (20 indicative hours)

Year 12 The HSC course comprises of four sections.

Core Study: Cities of Vesuvius – Pompeii and Herculaneum (30 indicative hours)

One ‘Ancient Societies’ topic (30 indicative hours)

One ‘Personalities in their Times’ topic (30 Indicative hours)

One ‘Historical Periods’ topic (30 indicative hours)


Year 11

In the Preliminary course, students undertake at least two case studies.

One case study must be from Egypt, Greece, Rome or Celtic Europe, and

One case study must be from Australia, Asia, the Near East or the Americas. Year 12 The HSC course requires study from at least two of the following areas:

Egypt

Near East

China

Greece

Rome

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Biology Course No: 15030 Course Cost: Nil


Exclusions: Nil. Board Developed Course

Course Description The Preliminary course investigates cellular structure and provides a base for understanding the way in which multicellular organisms transport and absorb nutrients and carry out gas exchange. Exploring variations in the structures and functions of organisms provides an understanding of the effects of the environment on living things and how this leads to biodiversity.

The HSC course investigates reproduction, inheritance patterns and the causes of genetic variation in both plants and animals. Applications of this knowledge in biotechnology and various genetic technologies are explored in the light of their uses in treatment, prevention and control of infectious and non-infectious diseases.

Topics Covered

The Preliminary course consists of four modules. Module 1 Cells as the Basis of Life Module 2 Organisation of Living Things Module 3 Biological Diversity Module 4 Ecosystem Dynamics

The HSC course consists of four modules.

Module 5 Heredity Module 6 Genetic Change Module 7 Infectious Disease Module 8 Non-infectious Disease and Disorders

Course Requirements

Students are provided with 15 hours of course time for Depth Studies in both Preliminary and HSC. During this time students may undertake an investigation/activity that allows for the further development of one or more scientific concepts.

A Depth Study may be one investigation/activity or a series of investigations/activities. Depth Studies may be included in one module or across several modules.

Practical investigations are an essential part of the Preliminary and HSC courses and must occupy a minimum of 35 hours of course time each year.

Fieldwork is also mandated in Year 11 and is an integral part of the learning process.

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Business Studies Course No: 15040 Course Cost: Nil


Exclusions: Nil

Course Description

Business activity is a feature of everyone’s life. The Business Studies syllabus encompasses the theoretical and practical aspects of business in ways students will encounter throughout their lives. It offers learning from the planning of a small business to the management of operations, marketing, finance and human resource in large businesses. Contemporary business issues and case studies are embedded in the course to provide a stimulating and relevant framework for students to apply to problems encountered in the business environment. Business Studies fosters intellectual, social and moral development by assisting students to think critically about the role of business and its ethical responsibilities to society.

Preliminary Course

Nature of business (20%) – the role and nature of business

Business management (40%) – the nature and responsibilities of management

Business planning (40%) – establishing and planning a small to medium enterprise

HSC Course

Operations (25%) – strategies for effective operations management

Marketing (25%) – development and implementation of successful marketing strategies

Finance (25%) – financial information in the planning and management of business

Human resources (25%) – human resource management and business performance

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Chemistry Course No: Course Cost: Nil


Exclusions: Nil

Course Description The Preliminary course develops the knowledge, understanding and skills in relation to the properties and structures of matter, thee types and drivers of chemical reactions and how we measure the quantities involved in these processes. The HSC course builds on the concepts introduced in Year 11 by examining particular classes of chemicals, processes and a variety of chemical reactions which incorporate organic compounds and acid/base equilibrium reactions. The course challenges students to apply this knowledge to the investigation of a range of methods used in identifying and measuring quantities of chemicals which leads to an understanding of the structure, properties and trends of and between classes of chemicals.

Content

The Preliminary course consists of four modules. Module 1 Properties and Structure of Matter Module 2 Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry Module 3 Reactive Chemistry Module 4 Drivers of Reactions

The HSC course consists of four modules. Module 5 Equilibrium and Acid Reactions Module 6 Acid/base Reaction Module 7 Organic Chemistry Module 8 Applying Chemical Ideas

Course Requirements

Students are provided with 15 hours of course time for Depth Studies in both Preliminary and HSC. During this time students may undertake an investigation/activity that allows for the further development of one or more scientific concepts.


Practical investigations are an essential part of the Preliminary and HSC courses and must occupy a minimum of 35 hours of course time each year.

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Community and Family Studies Course No: 15060 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC

Board Developed Course Exclusions: Nil

Course Description Community and Family Studies is designed to develop in each student an understanding of the diverse nature and interdependence of families and communities, within Australian society. The course enables students to plan and manage resources effectively in order to address contemporary issues facing families and communities.

Main Topics Covered Preliminary Course

Resource Management Basic concepts of the resource management process (approximately 20% of course time).

Individuals and Groups Individual’s roles, relationships and tasks within groups (approximately 40% of course time).

Families and Communities Family structures and functions and the interaction between family and community (approximately 40% of course time).

HSC Course

Research Methodology Research methodology and skills culminating in the production of an Independent Research Project (approximately 25% of course time).

Groups in Context Characteristics and needs of specific community groups (approximately 25% of course time).

Parenting and Caring Issues facing individuals and groups who adopt roles of parenting and caring in contemporary society (approximately 25% of course time).

HSC Option Modules Select one of the following (approximately 25% of course time):

Family and Societal Interactions Government and community structures that support and protect family members throughout their lifespan.

Social Impact of Technology The impact of evolving technologies on individuals and lifestyle.

Individuals and Work Contemporary issues confronting individuals as they manage roles within both their family and work environments.

Particular Course Requirements Students are required to complete an Independent Research Project as part of the HSC internal assessment. The focus of the Independent Research Project should be related to the course content of one or more of the following areas: individuals, groups, families, communities, resource management.

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Dance Course No: 15070 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course Exclusions: Projects developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in

full or in part for assessment in any other subject.

Course Description Preliminary Course

Students undertake a study of Dance as an art form. There is an equal emphasis on the components of Performance, Composition and Appreciation in the study of Dance. Students studying Dance bring with them a wide range of prior dance experience. Physical training and preparation of the body is fundamental and of paramount importance to the course and informs all three components of the course.

Components to be completed are:

Performance (40%)

Composition (20%)

Appreciation (20%)

Additional (20%)(to be allocated by the teacher to suit the specific circumstances or context of the class).

HSC Course

Students continue common study in the three course components of Performance, Composition and Appreciation and also undertake an in-depth study of dance in one of the Major Study components, either Performance, Composition, Appreciation or Dance and Technology

Core (60%) Performance 20%, Composition 20%, Appreciation 20%

Major Study (40%) Performance or Composition or Appreciation or Dance and Technology.

Particular Course Requirements The interrelation of the course components is a major feature in the study of dance as an art form and is emphasised throughout both courses.

The published Course Prescriptions, which may change in total or in part every three years, indicate works and artists to be studied in the HSC Course in Core Appreciation and Major Study Appreciation.

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Drama Course No: 15090 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course Exclusions: Projects developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in


Course Description Students in Drama study the practices of Making, Performing and Critically Studying. Students engage with these components through collaborative and individual experiences. Preliminary Course Content comprises an interaction between the components of Improvisation, Playbuilding and Acting, Elements of Production in Performance and Theatrical Traditions and Performance Styles. Learning comes from practical experiences in each of these areas. HSC Course Australian Drama and Theatre and Studies in Drama and Theatre involve the theoretical study through practical exploration of themes, issues, styles and movements of traditions of theatre, exploring relevant acting techniques, performance styles and spaces. The Group Performance (3-6 students) involves creating a piece of original theatre (8–12 minutes duration). It provides opportunity for each student to demonstrate his or her performance skills. For the Individual Project, students demonstrate their expertise in a particular area. They choose one project from Critical Analysis or Design or Performance or Script-writing or Video Drama.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

Improvisation, Play-building, Acting

Elements of Production in Performance

Theatrical Traditions and Performance Styles

HSC Course

Australian Drama and Theatre (Core content)

Studies in Drama and Theatre

Group Performance (Core content)

Individual Project

Assessment will be based on both theory and practical work.

Particular Course Requirements The Preliminary course informs learning in the HSC course. In the study of theoretical components, students engage in practical workshop activities and performances to assist their understanding, analysis and synthesis of material covered in areas of study. In preparing for the group performance, the published Course Prescriptions include a topic list which is used as a starting point. The Individual Project is negotiated between the student and the teacher at the beginning of the HSC course. Students choosing Individual Project Design or Critical Analysis should base their work on one of the texts listed in the published text list. This list changes every two years. Students must ensure that they do not choose a text or topic they are studying in Drama in the written component or in any other HSC course when choosing Individual Projects.

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Earth and Environmental 2 units for Year 11 and Year 12

Course No: Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each for Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course

Exclusions: Nil. Board Developed Course

Course Description The Year 11 course investigates compositional layers of the Earth, the origins of minerals, tectonic movements and energy transformations that occur and includes the study of human impact on the Earth’s resources and its surface.

The Year 12 course investigates how the process of plate tectonics, the formation of water and the introduction of life interact with the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and climate. Investigation of hazards, the mitigation of their effects and resource management are also considered which leads to an understanding of the need to centralise the theme of sustainability for the long-term welfare of our planet and all forms of life dependent upon it.

Topics Covered

The Year 11 course consists of four modules. Module 1 Earth’s Resources Module 2 Plate Tectonics Module 3 Energy Transformations Module 4 Human Impacts

The Year 12 course consists of four modules.

Module 5 Earth’s Processes Module 6 Hazards Module 7 Climate Science Module 8 Resource Management

Course Requirements

Students are provided with 15 hours of course time for Depth Studies in both Year 11 and Year 12. During this time students may undertake an investigation/activity that allows for the further development of one or more scientific concepts.


Practical investigations are an essential part of the Year 11 and Year 12 courses and must occupy a minimum of 35 hours of course time each week.

Fieldwork is mandated in both Year 11 and Year 12 and is an integral part of the learning process.

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Engineering Studies Course No:15120 Course Cost: (including drawing equipment): $50


Exclusions: Nil

Course Description Both Preliminary and HSC courses offer students’ knowledge, understanding and skills in aspects of engineering that include communication, engineering mechanics/hydraulics, engineering materials, historical/societal influences, engineering electricity/electronics, and the scope of the profession.

Students study engineering by investigating a range of applications and fields of engineering.

Preliminary modules

Engineering application module 1 Engineering fundamentals

Engineering application module 2

Engineered products

Engineering application module 3 Braking systems

Engineering focus module 4

Biomedical engineering

HSC modules

Engineering application module Civil structures

Engineering application module

Personal and public transport

Engineering focus module Aeronautical engineering

Engineering focus module

Telecommunications engineering

Particular Course Requirements – Engineering Reports In the engineering profession, an Engineering Report contributes to effective management, communication, decision-making and teamwork by providing a synthesis of the various elements that are relevant to a given project. The process of reporting on investigation and practical activities in this course will be through the preparation of Engineering Reports. In the Preliminary course, students will learn to understand the significance of an Engineering Report and then develop an Engineering Report. Students are first required to produce a component of an Engineering Report in Engineering application module 3, Braking systems, before producing a complete Engineering Report in Engineering focus module 4, Biomedical engineering.

Reports will be less detailed in the Preliminary course than those required for the HSC course. In the HSC course students must produce one Engineering Report from either of the two Engineering application modules of Civil structures or Personal and public transport, and one from either of the two engineering focus modules of Aeronautical engineering or Telecommunications engineering.

Reports developed in the HSC course should encompass a degree of both analysis and synthesis of relevant content, and reflect actual engineering practice.

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English (Advanced) Course No: 15140 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course

Exclusions: English (Standard); Fundamentals of English; English (ESL)

Course Description In the English (Advanced) Year 11 course, students explore, examine and analyse a range of texts which include prose fiction, drama, poetry, nonfiction, film, digital and media as well as Australian texts. They explore the ways events, experiences, ideas, values and processes are represented in and through texts and analyse the ways texts reflect different attitudes and values.

In the English (Advanced) Year 12 course, students further strengthen their knowledge and understanding of language and literature by analysing and evaluating texts and the ways they are valued in their contexts. Students study at least four prescribed texts drawn from: Shakespearean drama; prose fiction; poetry or drama; film or media or nonfiction.

In this course, students develop their higher-order thinking skills to enhance their personal, social, educational, and vocational lives.

Main Topics Covered Year 11 Course – The course has two sections:

Content common to the English Standard and English Advanced courses is undertaken through a unit of work called Reading to Write: Transition to Senior English. Students explore texts and consolidate skills required for senior study.

Two additional modules: Critical Study of Literature, and Narratives that Shape our World in which students explore, examine and analyse the ways in which texts and contexts shape and are shaped by different attitudes and values.

Year 12 Course – The course has two sections:

The HSC Common Content consists of one module Texts and Human Experiences which is common to the Year 12 standard, the Year 12 Advanced and the Year 12 English Studies courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.

Three additional modules which emphasise particular aspects of shaping meaning and representation, questions of textual integrity, ways in which texts are valued and the demonstration of the effectiveness of texts for different audiences and purposes.

Particular Course Requirements Across the English Advanced Stage 6 course students are required to study:

A range of types of texts inclusive of prose fiction, drama, poetry, nonfiction, film, media and digital texts

Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature, including a range of literary texts written about intercultural experiences and the peoples and cultures of Asia

A range of Australian texts, including texts by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander authors and those that give insights into diverse experiences of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples

Texts with a wide range of cultural, social and gender perspectives. Year 11 Students are required to study:

A range of types of texts drawn from prose fiction, drama, poetry, nonfiction, film, media and digital texts

A wide range of additional related texts and textual forms.

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Year 12 Students are required to study:

At least four prescribed texts, one drawn from each of the following categories: Shakespearean drama; prose fiction; poetry or drama. The remaining text may be film or media or a nonfiction text or may be selected from one of the categories already used

At least two additional prescribed texts from the list provided in Module C: The Craft of Writing

At least one related text in the Common module: Tests and Human Experiences

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Year 11 English Extension

Year 12 English Extension 1

Year 12 English Extension 2

Course No: Course Cost: Nil Course No: 15160 Course No: 15170

1 unit for Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course Prerequisites:

(a) English Advanced (b) English Extension in Year 11 is a prerequisite for English Extension 1 in Year 12

(c) English Extension1 in Year 12 is a prerequisite for English Extension 2

Exclusions: English Standard; English Studies; English EAL/D

Course Description In the English Extension Year 11 course, students explore the ways in which aspects and concerns of texts from the past have been carried forward, borrowed from and/or appropriated into more recent culture. They consider how and why cultural values are maintained and changed.

In the English Extension 1 Year 12 course, students explore, investigate, experiment with and evaluate the ways texts represent and illuminate the complexity of individual and collective lives in literary worlds. In the English Extension 2 Year 12 course, students develop a sustained composition, and document their reflection on this process. In studying these courses, students will develop skills to work independently to experiment with language forms, features and structures and to engage with complex levels of conceptualisation.

Main Topics Covered Year 11 Extension Course The course has one mandatory module: Texts, Culture and Value as well as a related research project. Year 12 English Extension Course 1 English Extension 1 course – The course has one common module, Literary Worlds, with five associated electives. Students must complete one elective chosen from one of the five electives offered for study. The electives are:

Literary homelands

Worlds of upheaval

Reimagined worlds

Literary mindscapes

Intersecting worlds Year 12 English Extension Course 2 English Extension 2 course – The course requires students to undertake a composition process in order to complete a Major Work and Reflection Statement.

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Particular Course Requirements Across Stage 6 the selection of texts should give students experience of the following as appropriate: Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature, including a range of literary texts written about intercultural experiences and the peoples and cultures of Asia a range of Australian texts, including texts by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander authors and those that give insights to diverse experiences of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples A range of types of texts drawn from prose fiction, drama, poetry, nonfiction, film, media, multimedia and digital texts. Year 11 Students are required to: Examine a key text from the past and its manifestations in one or more recent cultures explore, analyse and critically evaluate different examples of such texts in a range of contexts and media Undertake a related research project. Year 12 In the English Extension 1 Year 12 course students are required to study: At least three prescribed texts for the elective study which must include two extended print texts (as outlined in the English Stage 6 Prescriptions: Modules, Electives and Texts Higher School Certificate 2019 – 2023 document) At least TWO related texts. In the English Extension 2 course students are required to: Complete a Major Work which involves students undertaking extensive independent investigation involving a range of complex texts during the composition process and document this in their Major Work Journal and Reflection Statement. Students can choose to compose in ONE of the following forms:

Short fiction

Creative non-fiction

Poetry

Critical response

Script - short film, television, drama

Podcasts – drama, storytelling, speeches, performance poetry

Multimedia.

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English (Standard) Course No: 15130 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course

Exclusions: English (Advanced); English (ESL); English (Extension)

Course Description In the English Standard Year 11 course, students learn about language and literature by exploring and experimenting with the ways events, experiences, ideas and processes are represented in and through texts. Students study a range of texts which include prose fiction, drama, poetry, nonfiction, film, digital and media, as well as Australian texts.

In the English Standard Year 12 course, students further strengthen their knowledge and understanding of language and literature by reflecting on and demonstrating the effectiveness of texts, including their own, for different audiences and purposes. Students study at least three types of prescribed texts drawn from prose fiction, poetry or drama, film or media or nonfiction texts.

Main Topics Covered Year 11 Course – The course has two sections:

Content common to the Standard and Advanced courses is undertaken through a unit of work called Reading to Write: Transition to Senior English. Students explore texts and consolidate skills required for senior study.

Two additional modules: Close Study of Literature, and Contemporary Possibilities in which students explore and examine texts and analyse aspects of meaning.

Year 12 Course – The course has two sections:

The Year 12 Common Content consists of one module Texts and Human Experiences which is common to the Year 12 Standard, the Year 12 Advanced and the Year 12 English Studies courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.

Three additional modules which emphasise particular aspects of shaping meaning and demonstration of the effectiveness of texts for different audiences and purposes.

Particular Course Requirements Across the English Standard Stage 6 Course students are required to study:




Texts with a wide range of cultural, social and gender perspectives.


One complex multimodal or digital text in Module A (this may include the study of film)

One substantial literary print text in Module B, for example prose fiction, drama or a poetry text, which may constitute a selection of poems from the work of one poet

A range of types of texts drawn from prose fiction, drama, poetry, nonfiction, film, media and digital texts

A wide range of additional related texts and textual forms

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At least three types of prescribed text, one drawn from each of the following categories: prose fiction; poetry or drama; film or media or nonfiction texts

At least two additional prescribed texts from the list provided in Module C: The craft of Writing

At least one related text in the Common module: Texts and Human Experiences.

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English Studies Course No: 30100 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each Year 11 and Year 12 years Content Endorsed Course

Exclusions: English (Standard); English (Advanced); English (ESL); English (Extension)

Course Entry Guidelines

This course is designed to meet the specific needs of students who wish to refine their skills and knowledge in English and consolidate their literacy skills. It is a course for students who are seeking an alternative to the English Standard course and who intend to proceed from school directly into employment or vocational training.

Due to changes in the English Studies course, students considering choosing this course should be advised that:

English Studies is now a Stage 6 Board Developed Course with an optional Year 12 examination.

Students who complete the course and elect to take the option Higher School Certificate examination will be reported on a Common Scale with the English Standard and English Advanced courses.

Students choosing not to sit for the English Studies Year 12 examination will still be eligible for the HSC.

The status of ATAR eligibility is not yet determined.

Course Description

In the English Studies course, students explore the ideas, values, language forms, features and structures of texts in a range of personal, social, cultural and workplace contexts. They respond to and compose texts to extend experience and understanding, access information and assess its reliability, and synthesise the knowledge gained from a range of sources for a variety of purposes.

In this course, students will consolidate their English literacy skills to enhance their personal, social, educational and vocational lives.

Main Topics Covered

Year 11

Students study the mandatory module Achieving through English – English in education, work and community to develop an understanding of, and practical competence in, the use of language that allows access to opportunities in schooling, training and employment.

Students study 2-4 additional syllabus modules (selected based on their needs and interests).

Students may also study an optional teacher-developed module.

Year 12

The Year 12 Common Content consists of one module Texts and Human Experiences which is also common to the Year 12 Standard and Year 12 Advanced courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.

Students study 2-4 additional syllabus modules (selected based on their needs and interests).

Students may also study an optional teacher-developed module.


Across the English Studies Stage 6 Course students are required to study:



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Texts with a wide range of cultural, social and gender perspectives.

Year 11 and Year 12

Students are required to:

Read, view, listen to and compose a wide range of texts including print and multimodal texts

Study at least one substantial print text (for example a novel, biography or drama)

Study at least one substantial multimodal text (for example film or a television series)

Be involved in planning, research and presentation activities as part of one individual and/or collaborative project

Develop a portfolio of texts they have planned, drafted, edited and presented in written, graphic and/or electronic forms across all the modules undertaken during the year

Engage with the community through, for example, visits, surveys, interviews, work experience, listening to guest speakers and/or excursions.

Year 12

In addition to the above requirements, students in Year 12 only are required to:

Study ONE text from the prescribed text list and one related text for the Common Module – Texts and Human Experiences.

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Exploring Early Childhood

Content Endorsed Course Exclusions: Nil

Our society is increasingly recognising children’s experiences in the early childhood years as the foundation for future growth, development and learning. This course explores issues within an early childhood context and considers these in relation to the students themselves, their family and the community. The study of this course will enable students to:

develop an awareness and understanding of the growth, development and learning of young children and the importance of the early childhood years

recognise the uniqueness of all children, including those who have special needs

become aware of the value of play in the lives of children, and consider means of providing safe and challenging environments for play

identify the range of services developed and provided for young children and their families

consider the role of family and community in the growth, development and learning of young children

reflect upon potential implications for themselves as adults, in relation to young children

understand and appreciate the diversity of cultures within Australia and the ways in which this influences children and families

become aware of the work opportunities available in the area of children’s services.

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Food Technology Course No: 15180 Course Cost: $45

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course Exclusions: Nil

Course Description

The Preliminary course will develop knowledge and understanding about food nutrients and diets for optimum nutrition, the functional properties of food, safe preparation, presentation and storage of food, sensory characteristics of food, the influences on food availability and factors affecting food selection. Practical skills in planning, preparing and presenting food are integrated throughout the content areas.

The HSC course involves the study of: sectors, aspects, policies and legislations of the Australian Food Industry; production, processing, preserving, packaging, storage and distribution of food; factors impacting, reasons, types, steps and marketing of food product development; nutrition incorporating diet and health in Australia and influences on nutritional status. Practical experiences in developing, preparing, experimenting and presenting food are integrated throughout the course.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

• Food Availability and Selection (30%)

• Food Quality (40%)

• Nutrition (30%)

HSC Course

• The Australian Food Industry (25%)

• Food Manufacture (25%)

• Food Product Development (25%)

• Contemporary Nutrition Issues (25%)


There is no prerequisite study for the 2 unit Preliminary course. Completion of the 2 unit Preliminary course is a prerequisite to the study of the 2 unit HSC course. In order to meet the course requirements, students study food availability and selection, food quality, nutrition, the Australian food industry, food manufacture, food product development and contemporary nutrition issues.

It is mandatory that students undertake practical activities. Such experiential learning activities are specified in the ‘learn to’ section of each strand.

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Geography Course No: 15190 Course Cost: Nil


Course Description

The Preliminary course investigates biophysical and human geography and develops students’ knowledge and understanding about the spatial and ecological dimensions of geography. Enquiry methodologies are used to investigate the unique characteristics of our world through fieldwork, geographical skills and the study of contemporary geographical issues.

The HSC course enables students to appreciate geographical perspectives about the contemporary world. There are specific studies about biophysical and human processes, interactions and trends. Fieldwork and a variety of case studies combine with an assessment of the geographers’ contribution to understanding our environment and demonstrate the relevance of geographical study.

Preliminary Course

Biophysical Interactions – how biophysical processes contribute to sustainable management.

Global Challenges – geographical study of issues at a global scale.

Senior Geography Project – a geographical study of student’s own choosing.

HSC Course

Ecosystems at Risk – the functioning of ecosystems, their management and protection.

Urban Places – study of cities and urban dynamics.

People and Economic Activity – geographic study of economic activity in a local and global context.

Key concepts incorporated across all topics: change, environment, sustainability, spatial and ecological dimensions, interaction, technology, management and cultural integration.

Particular Course Requirements Students complete a senior geography project (SGP) in the Preliminary course and should undertake 12 hours of fieldwork in both the Preliminary and HSC courses.

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Industrial Technology Course No: 15200 Course Cost: $75


Exclusions: Some Industry Focus areas with similar VET Curriculum Framework streams and Content Endorsed Courses

Course Description

Industrial Technology at Stage 6 will develop a student’s knowledge and understanding of a selected industry and its related technologies highlighting the importance of design, management and production through practical experiences.

Industrial Technology Stage 6 consists of project work and an industry study that will develop a broad range of skills and knowledge related to the focus area chosen for the course. The Focus Areas include Automotive Technologies; Electronics Technologies; Graphics Technologies; Metal and Engineering Technologies; Multimedia Technologies; Timber Products and Furniture Technologies.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

The following sections are taught in relation to the relevant focus area:

• Industry Study – structural, technical, environmental and sociological factors, personnel issues, Occupational Health and Safety (15%)

• Design – elements and principles, types of design, quality, influences affecting design (10%)

• Management and Communication – development of practical projects; research, analysis and evaluation; skills in managing a project and developing and presenting a management folio; computer based technologies (20%)

• Production – display a range of skills through the construction of a number of projects (40%)

• Industry Related Manufacturing Technology – understanding of a range of materials, processes, tools and equipment, machinery and technologies (15%)

HSC Course

The following sections are taught in relation to the relevant focus area through the development of a Major Project (60%) and a study of the relevant industry:

• Industry Study (15%)

• Major Project (60%) − Design, Management and Communication − Production

• Industry Related Manufacturing Technology (25%)


In the Preliminary course, students must design, develop and construct a number of projects. Each project will include a management folio. Each project may emphasise different areas of the preliminary course content. Students also undertake the study of an individual business within a focus area industry. In the HSC course, students design, develop and construct a Major Project with a management folio. They will also undertake a study of the overall industry related to the specific focus area industry.

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Information Processes and Technology

Course No: 15210 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course Exclusions: Computing Applications CEC

Course Description

Information Processes and Technology is the study of information-based systems. It focuses on information processes performed by these systems and the information technology that allows them to take place. Social, ethical and non-computer procedures resulting from the processes are considered. Different types of information systems are studied. Through project work, students will create their own information system to meet an identified need.

Preliminary Course

The following sections are taught in relation to the relevant focus are:

Introduction to Information Skills and Systems (20%)

Tools for Information Processes (50%)

Developing Information Systems (30%)

HSC Course

Project Management (20%)

Information Systems and Databases (20%)

Communication Systems (20%)

Option Strands (40%) – Students will select TWO of the following options: Transaction Systems; Decision Support Systems; Automated Manufacturing Systems; Multimedia Systems.


There is no prerequisite study for the 2 unit Preliminary course. Completion of the 2 unit Preliminary course is a prerequisite to the study of the 2 unit HSC course.

The percentage values in each course refer to indicative course time. A minimum of 40% course time is to be devoted to the integration of content into project work in both Preliminary and HSC courses. It is also expected that a significant proportion of time be devoted to integrated practical activities.

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Legal Studies Course No: 15220 Course Cost: Nil


Course Description

The Preliminary course develops students’ knowledge and understanding of the nature and functions of law and law-making, the development of Australian and international legal systems, the Australian constitution and law reform. It examines an individual’s rights and responsibilities, how disputes are resolved, and examines a contemporary issue concerning the individual and technology. Students have the opportunity to investigate issues that illustrate how the law operates in practice. This is achieved by investigating, analysing and synthesising legal information and investigating legal issues from a variety of perspectives.

The HSC course investigates the key areas of law, justice and human rights through a variety of focus studies which consider how changes in societies influence law reform.

Preliminary Course

• Part I – The Legal System (40% of course time)

• Part II – The Individual and the Law (30% of course time)

• Part III – The Law in Practice (30% of course time)

The Law in Practice unit is designed to provide opportunities for students to deepen their understanding of the principles of law covered in the first sections of the course. This section may be integrated with Part I and Part II.

HSC Course

• Core Part I: Crime (30% of course time)

• Core Part II: Human Rights (20% of course time)

• Part III: Two options (50% of course time)

Two options are chosen from:

• Consumers

• Global environment and protection

• Family • Indigenous peoples

• Shelter Workplace

• World order.

Each topic’s themes and challenges should be integrated into the study of the topic.

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Mathematics Advanced Course No: 15240 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course Prerequisites: For students who intend to study the Mathematics course, it is recommended that they study the topics Real Numbers, Algebraic Techniques and Coordinate Geometry as well as at least some of Trigonometry and Deductive Geometry from Stage 5.3 (identified by §) of Mathematics Years 7–10 Syllabus, if not all of the content. Exclusions: Mathematics Standard

Course Description The course is intended to give students who have demonstrated general competence in the skills of Stage 5 Mathematics an understanding of and competence in some further aspects of mathematics which are applicable to the real world. It has general educational merit and is also useful for concurrent studies in science and commerce. The course is a sufficient basis for further studies in mathematics as a minor discipline at tertiary level in support of courses such as the life sciences or commerce. Students who require substantial mathematics at a tertiary level, supporting the physical sciences, computer science or engineering, should undertake the Mathematics Extension 1 course or both the Mathematics Extension 1 and Mathematics Extension 2 courses.

Main Topics Covered Year 11

Basic arithmetic and algebra

Real functions

Trigonometric ratios

Linear functions

The quadratic polynomial and the parabola

Plane geometry – geometrical properties

Tangent to a curve and derivative of a function

Year 12

Coordinate methods in geometry

Applications of geometrical properties

Geometrical applications of differentiation

Integration

Trigonometric functions

Logarithmic and exponential functions

Applications of calculus to the physical world

Probability

Series and series applications

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Mathematics Extension 1 Course No: 15250 Course Cost: Nil

1 unit in each Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course Prerequisites: For students who intend to study the Mathematics Extension 1 course, it is recommended that they study the Stage 5.3 optional topics (identified by #) Curve Sketching and Polynomials, Functions and Logarithms, and Circle Geometry of Mathematics Years 7–10 Syllabus. Exclusions: Mathematics Standard

Course Description The content of this course and its depth of treatment indicate that it is intended for students who have demonstrated a mastery of the skills of Stage 5 Mathematics and are interested in the study of further skills and ideas in mathematics. The course is intended to give these students a thorough understanding of and competence in aspects of mathematics, including many which are applicable to the real world. It has general educational merit and is also useful for concurrent studies of science, industrial arts and commerce. The course is a recommended minimum basis for further studies in mathematics as a major discipline at a tertiary level and for the study of mathematics in support of the physical and engineering sciences. Although the course is sufficient for these purposes, students of outstanding mathematical ability should consider undertaking the Mathematics Extension 2 course.

Main Topics Covered Year 11

Other inequalities

Further geometry

Further trigonometry

Angles between two lines

Internal and external division of lines into given ratios

Parametric representation

Permutations and combinations

Polynomials

Harder applications of the Mathematics Preliminary course topics

Year 12

Methods of integration

Primitive of sin2x and cos2x

Equation

dN

dt k( N P)

Velocity and acceleration as a function of x

Projectile motion

Simple harmonic motion

Inverse functions and inverse trigonometric functions

Induction

Binomial theorem

Further probability

Iterative methods for numerical estimation of the roots of a polynomial equation

Harder applications of Mathematics HSC course topics

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Mathematics Standard 1 Course Cost: Nil

Course Nos: Year 11 Mathematics Standard 1

Year 12 Mathematics Standard 1

2 units: Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course Prerequisites: The Mathematics Standard 1 Year 11 course has been developed on the

assumption that students have studied the content and achieved the outcomes of the NSW Mathematics Years 7 – 10 Syllabus and in particular, the content and outcomes of all substrands of Stage 5.1 and the following substrands of Stage 5.2: Area and surface area Financial mathematics Linear relationships Non-linear relationships Right-angled triangles (Trigonometry) Single variable data Analysis Volume Some content from Equations Some content from Probability

Exclusions : Students may not study any other Stage 6 mathematics Year 11 course in conjunction with the Mathematics Standard 1 Year 11 course, or any other Stage 6 mathematics HSC course in conjunction with the Mathematics Standard 1 HSC course.

Course Description

The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course is a common course for all students studying the Mathematics Standard 1 syllabus. In Year 12 students can elect to study either the Mathematics Standard 1 Year 12 course or the Mathematics Standard 2 Year 12 course. Mathematics Standard Year 11 course content that is essential for Mathematics Standard 1 Year 12 is identified by the symbol Students studying the Mathematics Standard Year 11 course may elect to undertake an optional HSC examination. The status of ATAR eligibility is not yet determined. All students studying the Mathematics Standard course in Stage 6 will have the opportunity to enhance their numeracy skills and capabilities. The content of the course aligns with Level 3 of the Australian Core Skills Framework. The study of Mathematics Standard 1 in Stage 6:

Enables students to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in working mathematically and in communicating concisely and precisely

Provides opportunities for students to consider various applications of mathematics in a broad range of contemporary contexts through the use of mathematical modelling and use these models to solve problems related to their present and future needs

Provides an appropriate mathematical background for students entering the workforce and/or undertaking further community and workplace training.

Main Topics covered:

Year 11

Topic: Algebra Formulae and Equations Linear Relationships

Year 12

Topic: Algebra Types of Relationships

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Topic: Measurement Applications of Measurement Working with Time Topic: Financial Mathematics Money Matters Topic: Statistical Analysis Data Analysis Relative Frequency and Probability

Topic: Measurement Right-angled Triangles Rates Scale Drawings Topic: Financial Mathematics Investment Depreciation and Loans Topic: Statistical Analysis Further Statistical Analysis Topic: Networks Networks and Paths

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Mathematics Standard 2 Course Cost: Nil

Course Nos: Year 11 Mathematics Standard 2

Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2

2 units: Year 11 and Year 12

Board Developed Course

Prerequisites: The Mathematics Standard 2 Year 11 course has been developed on the assumption that students have studied the content and achieved the outcomes of the NSW Mathematics Years 7 – 10 Syllabus and in particular, the content and outcomes of all substrands of Stage 5.1 and the following substrands of Stage 5.2: Area and surface area Financial mathematics Linear relationships Non-linear relationships Right-angled triangles (Trigonometry) Volume Single and variable data analysis Some content from Equations Some content from Probability

Exclusions :

Students may not study any other Stage 6 Mathematics Year 11 course in conjunction with the Mathematics Standard 2 course, or any other Stage 6 Mathematics Year 12 course in conjunction with the Mathematics Standard 2 Year 12 course. Students who have followed the Mathematics Standard pathway in Year 11 are encouraged to study the Mathematics Standard 1 Year 12 course.

Course Description

The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course is a common course for all students studying the Mathematics Standard 2 syllabus. In Year 12 students can elect to study either the Mathematics Standard 1 HSC course or the Mathematics Standard 2 HSC course.

All students studying the Mathematics Standard 2 course will sit for an HSC examination.

All students studying the Mathematics Standard course in Stage 6 will have the opportunity to enhance their numeracy skills and capabilities. The content of the course aligns with Level 3 of the Australian Core Skills Framework.

The study of Mathematics Standard 2 in Stage 6:

Enables students to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in working mathematically and in communicating concisely and precisely

Provides opportunities for students to consider various applications of mathematics in a broad range of contemporary contexts through the use of mathematical modelling and use the models to solve problems related to their present and future needs

Provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of and skills in further aspects of mathematics for concurrent HSC studies

Provides an appropriate mathematical background for students entering the workforce or undertaking further tertiary training.

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Main Topics covered:

Year 11

Topic: Algebra

Formulae and Equations

Linear Relationships

Topic: Measurement

Applications of Measurement

Working with Time

Topic: Financial Mathematics

Money Matters

Topic: Statistical Analysis

Data Analysis

Relative Frequency and

Probability

Year 12 Topic: Algebra Types of Relationships Topic: Measurement Non-right-angled Trigonometry Rates and Ratios Topic: Financial Mathematics Investment and Loans Annuities Topic: Statistical Analysis Bivariate Data Analysis The Normal Distribution Topic: Networks Network Concepts Critical Path Analysis

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Modern History 2 units for each Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course

Course No: 15270 Course Cost: Nil Exclusions: Nil

Course Description The Year 11 course provides students with opportunities to develop and apply their understanding of methods and issues involved in the investigation of modern history. Students have the opportunity to engage in the study of a range of people, ideas, movements, events and developments that have shaped the modern world.

The Year 12 course provides students with opportunities to apply their understanding of sources and relevant issues in the investigation of the modern world. Through a core study, students investigate the nature of power and authority 1919 – 1946. They also study key features in the history of one nation, one study in peace and conflict and one study of changes in the modern world.

Main Topics Covered

Year 11

The Year 11 course comprises of three sections.

Investigating Modern History (60 indicative hours including ‘The Nature of Modern History’ and ‘Case Studies”)

Students undertake at least one option from ‘The Nature of Modern History’, and at least two case studies.

Historical Investigation (20 indicative hours)

The Shaping of the Modern World (40 indicative hours)

At least one study from ‘the Shaping of the Modern World’ is to be undertaken.

Historical concepts and skills are integrated with the studies undertaken in Year 11. Year 12 The Year 12 course comprises of four sections.

Core Study: Power and Authority in the Modern World 1919 – 1946 (30 indicative hours)

One ‘National Studies’ topic (30 indicative hours)

One ‘Peace and Conflict’ topic (30 indicative hours)

One ‘Change in the Modern World’ topic (30 indicative hours) Historical concepts and skills are integrated with the studies undertaken in Year 12.

Particular Course Requirements Year 11 In the Year 11 course, students undertake at least two case studies.

One case study must be from Europe, North America or Australia, and

One case study must be from Asia, the Pacific, Africa, the Middle East or Central/South America.

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Year 12 Students are required to study at least one non-European/Western topic, for example: India 1942 – 1984, Conflict in the Pacific 1937 – 1951, The Cultural Revolution to Tiananmen Square 1966 – 1989.

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Music 1 Course No: 15290 Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course Prerequisites: Music mandatory course (or equivalent) Exclusions: Music 2

Course Description In the Preliminary and HSC courses, students will study the concepts of music through the learning experiences of performance, composition, musicology and aural within the context of a range of styles, periods and genres.

Main Topics Covered Students study three topics in each year of the course. Topics are chosen from a list of 21 which covers a range of styles, periods and genres.

Particular Course Requirements HSC course In addition to core studies in performance, composition, musicology and aural, students select three electives from any combination of performance, composition and musicology. These electives must represent each of the three topics studied in the course. Students selecting Composition electives will be required to compile a portfolio of work as part of the process of preparing a submitted work. The portfolio will be requested by the Board of Studies to validate authorship of the submitted work.

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Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Course No: 15320

Course Cost: Nil


Exclusions: Nil

Course Description The Preliminary course examines a range of areas that underpin health and physical activity. This includes how people think about health and physical activity, the management of personal health and the basis for how the body moves. Students have the opportunity to select from a range of practical options in areas such as first aid, outdoor recreation, composing and performing, and fitness choices. In the HSC course, students focus on major issues related to Australia’s health status. They also look at factors that affect physical performance. They undertake optional study from a range of choices. This includes investigating the health of young people or of groups experiencing health inequities. In other options, students focus on improved performance and safe participation by learning about advanced approaches to training or sports medicine concepts. There is also an opportunity to think critically about the factors that impact on sport and physical activity in Australian society.

Preliminary Course Core Topics (60%)

Better Health for Individuals

The Body in Motion Optional Component (40%) Students select two of the following options:

First Aid

Composition and Performance

Fitness Choices

Outdoor Recreation

HSC Course Core Topics (60%)

Health Priorities in Australia

Factors Affecting Performance Optional Component (40%) Students select two of the following options:

The Health of Young People

Sport and Physical Activity in Australian Society

Sports Medicine

Improving Performance

Equity and Health

Particular Course Requirements In addition to core studies, students select two options in each of the Preliminary and HSC courses.

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Photography, Video and Digital Imaging Course Cost: $45

Content Endorsed Course Exclusions: Projects developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in


Course Description Photography, Video and Digital Imaging offers students the opportunity to explore contemporary artistic practices that make use of photography, video and digital imaging. These fields of artistic practice resonate within students’ experience and understanding of the world and are highly relevant to contemporary ways of interpreting the world. The course offers opportunities for investigation of one or more of these fields and develops students’ understanding and skills, which contribute to an informed critical practice. The course is designed to enable students to gain an increasing accomplishment and independence in their representation of ideas in the fields of photography and/or video and/or digital imaging and understand and value how these fields of practice invite different interpretations and explanations. Students will develop knowledge, skills and understanding through the making of photographs, and/or videos and/or digital images that lead to and demonstrate conceptual and technical accomplishment. They will also develop knowledge, skills and understanding that lead to increasingly accomplished critical and historical investigations of photography and/or video and/or digital imaging.

Main Topics Covered Modules may be selected in any of the three broad fields of:

Wet Photography

Video

Digital Imaging. Modules include:

Introduction to the Field

Developing a Point of View

Traditions, Conventions, Styles and Genres

Manipulated Forms

The Arranged Image

Temporal Accounts. An Occupational Health and Safety Module is mandatory. The additional module Individual/Collaborative Project extends students’ learning experiences and may reflect students’ increasing interests and desire to specialise in one or more of these fields or explore the connections further between the fields.

Particular Course Requirements Students are required to keep a diary throughout the course.

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Physics Course No: Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course

Exclusions: Nil

Course Description The Year 11 course develops student’s knowledge, understanding and skills relevant to the study of motion, how we describe it and what causes it. The course also examines energy in it different forms and how we describe and measure electricity and magnetism and their interrelated effects. The Year 12 course provides avenues for students to apply the concepts they were introduced to in Year 11 to motion in two dimensions, electromagnetism, theories of light, the atom and the Universe.

Content


Module 1 Kinematics

Module 2 Dynamics

Module 3 Waves and Thermodynamics

Module 4 Electricity and Magnetism


Module 5 Advanced Mechanics

Module 6 Electromagnetism

Module 7 The Nature of Light

Module 8 From the Universe to the Atom

Course Requirements

Students are provided with 15 hours of course time for Depth Studies in both Year 11 and Year 12. During this time students may undertake an investigation/activity that allows for the further development of one or more scientific concepts.


Practical investigations are an essential part of the Year 11 and Year 12 courses and must occupy a minimum of 35 hours of course time each year.

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Society and Culture Course No: 15350

2 units for each of Year 11 and Year 12 Board Developed Course Exclusions: Nil

Course Description

Society and Culture deals with areas of interest and relevance to students and develops knowledge, understanding, skills, values and attitudes essential to an appreciation of the social world. The interaction of persons, society, culture, environment and time and how they shape human behaviour is a central theme of study. Students develop an understanding of research methodologies and undertake research in an area of particular interest to them. The research findings are presented for external assessment in the Personal Interest Project (PIP).

Topics Covered

Year 11 Course

• The Social and Cultural World – the interaction between aspects of society and cultures

• Personal and Social Identity – socialisation and coming of age in a variety of social and cultural settings.

• Intercultural Communication – how people in different cultures interact and communicate.

Year 12 Course Core

• Social and Cultural Continuity and Change – the nature, continuity and change, research and study of a selected country

• The Personal Interest Project – an individual research project.

Depth Studies Two to be chosen from:

• Popular Culture – the interconnection between individuals and popular culture

• Belief Systems – role of belief systems in societies, cultures and personal life

• Equality and Difference – the nature of equality and difference in societies and cultures

• Work and Leisure – the nature and role of work and leisure in society.

Particular Course Requirements Completion of Personal Interest Project.

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Software Design and Development Course No: 15360

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course Exclusions: Computing Applications CEC

Course Description

The Preliminary course introduces students to the basic concepts of computer software design and development. It does this by looking at the different ways in which software can be developed, the tools that can be used to assist in this process and by considering the interaction between software and the other components of the computer system.

The HSC course builds on the Preliminary course and involves the development and documentation of software using a variety of data structures and language facilities. Students learn to solve a number of interesting and relevant software problems.

Preliminary Course

Concepts and Issues in the Design and Development of Software (30%)

Social and ethical issues

Hardware and software

Software development approaches

Introduction to Software Development (50%)

Defining and understanding the problem

Planning and designing software solutions

Implementing software solutions

Testing and evaluating software solutions

Maintaining software solutions

Developing software solutions (20%)

HSC Course

Development and Impact of Software Solutions (15%)

Social and ethical issues

Application of software development approaches

Software Development Cycle (40%)

Defining and understanding the problem

Planning and design of software solutions

Implementing software solutions

Testing and evaluating software solutions

Maintaining software solutions

Developing a Solution Package (25%)

Options (20%)

Study one of the following options:

Programming paradigms

or

The interrelationship between software and hardware


There is no prerequisite study for the Preliminary course. Completion of the Preliminary course is a prerequisite for the HSC course. It is a mandatory requirement that students spend a minimum of 20% of Preliminary course time and 25% of HSC course time on practical activities using the computer.

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Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies

Content Endorsed Course Exclusions: Students studying Board Developed PDHPE must not study CEC modules

which duplicate PDHPE modules.

Students will learn about the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle and recognise the need to be responsible and informed decision-makers. This course enables students to further develop their understanding of and competence in a range of sport and recreational pursuits. They are encouraged to establish a lifelong commitment to being physically active and to achieving movement potential. Through the course students will develop:

knowledge and understanding of the factors that influence health and participation in physical activity

knowledge and understanding of the principles that impact on quality of performance

an ability to analyse and implement strategies to promote health, activity and enhanced performance

the capacity to influence the participation and performance of self and others. The course provides the opportunity to specialise in areas of expertise or interest through optional modules such as:

Aquatics

Athletics

First Aid

Fitness

Specific Sports

Gymnastics

Outdoor Recreation

Sports Administration

Coaching

Social Perspectives of Sport

Healthy Lifestyle.

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Textiles and Design Course No: 15390 Course Cost: $80


Exclusions: Fashion and Textiles TVET CEC 43480 Fashion Design and Technology TVET CEC 41016

Course Description The Preliminary course involves the study of design, communication techniques, manufacturing methods, fibres, yarns, fabrics and the Australian Textile Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries. Practical experiences, experimenting and product manufacturing are integrated throughout the content areas and includes the completion of two preliminary textile projects. These projects develop each student’s creative abilities and skills in designing, manipulating, experimenting and selecting appropriate fabrics for end use.

The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course and involves the study of fabric colouration and decoration, historical design development, cultural factors that influence design and designers, contemporary designers, end-use applications of textiles, innovations and emerging technologies, appropriate textile technology and environmental sustainability, current issues and the marketplace.

This course involves the development of a Major Textiles Project, worth 50% of the HSC mark. The project is selected from one of the five focus areas and enables students to explore an area of interest. The project has two components: the supporting documentation and textile item/s.

Preliminary Course

Design (40%)

Properties and Performance of Textiles (50%)

The Australian Textiles, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries (10%).

HSC Course

Design (20%)

Properties and Performance of Textiles (20%)

The Australian Textiles, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries (10%)

Major Textiles Project (50%).

Particular Course Requirements In the Preliminary course students will undertake two preliminary textile projects. Preliminary Project 1 is drawn from the area of study Design and focus on the generation and communication of ideas, design modification, manipulative skills, evaluation of ideas and of the project, and management of time and resources. Preliminary Project 2 is drawn from the area of study of Properties and Performance of Textiles and focus on an analysis of fabric, yarn and fibre properties, experimental procedures, product design, fabric choice, manipulative and management skills, communication methods and the recording of information. In the HSC course, the Major Textiles Project allows students to develop a textile project from one of the following focus areas: apparel, furnishings, costume, textile arts, non-apparel. The selected focus area allows students to explore in detail one area of interest through a creative textile design process that integrates the areas of Design, Properties and Performance of Textiles and the Australian Textiles, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries.

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TVET Courses 2018 TVET courses are delivered by TAFE colleges. The proposed courses for 2018 are listed below.

Students can select only ONE TVET course.

TVET Animal Studies (ACM20110) (120 or 240 indicative hours) Course Cost: Nil

A total of 2 units or 4 units of credit – Preliminary or HSC

Content Endorsed Course

Course Description

This course is for students wanting to work as an animal attendant or carer in kennels and catteries, pounds and

welfare centres, quarantine establishments, zoological and fauna parks, wildlife refuges, research centres, pet

shops and commercial animal production enterprises. The course enables animal carers to develop skills,

underpinning knowledge and behavioral attributes required for the care and maintenance of animals in a variety

of environments and workplace situations. It also provides knowledge of the animal care industry and its many

sectors. Students completing the course will be able to carry out a range of animal care and husbandry duties

under supervision, maintain animal facilities, apply workplace safety and ethical practices, and communicate

effectively with supervisors and colleagues.

A possible outcome is a Certificate II in Animal Studies. ACM20110 / TAFE 18910

Training Package ACM10 Animal Care and Management – Primary

Students completing this course can apply for advanced standing in ACM30110 Certificate III in Animal Technology, ACM30310 Certificate III in Captive Animals, ACM30410 Certificate III in Companion Animal Services or ACM40410 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

Main Topics Covered

Students will acquire skills and knowledge to:

apply safe handling and restraint techniques in a variety of situations

feed animals according to individual dietary requirements

perform basic grooming procedures

clean enclosures

perform routine daily tasks

communicate with clients and staff

identify behavioural characteristics

identify signs of ill health

perform routine health care procedures

nurse sick or injured animals

recognise situations requiring professional assistance

keep records commonly used in an animal care environment


This is a practical, hands-on course, where students will be required to handle animals.

Assessment

Assessment is by written test, project work and practical tasks.

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TVET Community Services Work (Welfare) (240 indicative hours) Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each for Preliminary and HSC Course No: 26101

Board Endorsed Course

Course Description

Not yet available.

Main Topics Covered

Not yet available.


Not yet available.

Assessment

Not yet available.

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TVET Hospitality – (Hospitality SIT20213) (Kitchen Operations – SIT20312) Course Cost: Nil

(240 indicative hours)

2 units for each for Preliminary and 2 or 4 units for HSC (Specialisation units available)

Board Developed Course (Category B) – can count toward the ATAR

This course can be taken as part of a school-based part-time apprenticeship or traineeship – for more information http://www.sbatinnsw.info/ - .

Course Description

Hospitality focuses on providing customer service. Skills learned can be transferred across a range of industries. Workplaces for which Hospitality competencies are required include cafes, catering organisations and resorts. Qualification: Transcript of Academic Record towards Certificate II Hospitality, Certificate II Kitchen Operations, Certificate III Hospitality. Possible Career opportunities – bar assistant, chef, food and beverage manager, reservations clerk, front office receptionist, guest service coordinator, events coordinator.

Main Topics Covered

This course is based on units of competency, which have been developed by the hospitality industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required by workers in the industry. The course incorporates core units of competency plus units from various functional areas such as: kitchen attending, commercial cookery, commercial catering, food and beverage, front office, housekeeping and

sales/office operations.

Competencies undertaken may include: clean premises and equipment, organise and prepare food, prepare food, work with colleagues and customers, develop and update hospitality industry knowledge.


Students must undertake 35 hours of work placement per 120 indicative hours of this course. Part-time paid work may fulfill part of the work placement requirement.

Assessment

Competency-based Assessment

This is a competency-based course. This means that students work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency. To be assessed as competent a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard required in the appropriate industry environment. There is no mark awarded in competency-based assessment. Students are assessed as either ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’.

Students will be progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency it is signed off and recorded by the assessor.

Competency-based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will receive.

External Assessment (optional HSC examination)

The Higher School Certificate examination for Hospitality (240 indicative hours) will involve a written examination consisting of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended response items.

The questions will be based on the examinable units of competency and the units from the stream studied and HSC Requirements and Advice detailed in the syllabus.

The examination is independent of the competency-based assessment undertaken during the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive a vocational qualification.

http://www.sbatinnsw.info/

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TVET Human Services (HLT32512) (360 indicative hours) Course Cost: Nil

4 units for the Preliminary and 2 for the HSC Exclusions: Allied Health Assistant, some First Aid Modules Board Developed Course can count towards ATR This course can be taken as part of a school-based part-time apprenticeship or traineeship for more information

- http://www.sbatinnsw.info/.

Course Description

This course provides students with the opportunity to obtain qualifications for employment in the health and/or aged care industries, and acute care settings. Students can gain skills in safe work practices, infection control, communication, client care, service delivery, duty of care, ethical practice and problem solving.

Qualifications for this course are - Transcript of Academic Record towards Certificate III Health Services Assistance, Certificate III health Services Assistance.

Career opportunities Assistant in nursing in hospitals or aged care, allied health assistant, enrolled nurse, registered nurse, personal care assistant, patient care assistant, orderly, operating theatre technician, theatre support, cards person. First Aid - whilst not covered in this course is a mandatory requirement and must be completed before the end of the first year.

Main Topics Covered

Working in the human services industry involves:

legal and ethical issues

communication strategies

using equipment

responding to difficult or challenging behaviour

using medical terminology

first aid

working effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers


Students must undertake 105 hours of work placement, 20 of which will be undertaken in an acute care facility. You should be aware that, since clinical work placement in a public or private hospital or other clinical facility is part of this course, you will need to undergo occupational screening and be vaccinated against infectious diseases, at your own cost. Your teachers will give you further advice.

Assessment

Assessment is by log book, reflective diary, written test, project work, practical tasks and clinical placement.


The Higher School Certificate examination for Human Services (240 indicative hours) will involve a written examination consisting of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended response items.




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TVET Tourism (SIT30112) - (240 indicative hours) ON-LINE DELIVERY Course Cost: Nil

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Exclusions: Hospitality and Business Services Framework courses

Board Developed Course (Category B) – can count toward the ATAR

Course Delivery information: In the Virtual World Delivery, students will be immersed in a 3D environment using a real time interface.

Course Description

Tourism aims to provide students with the opportunity to gain a range of skills suitable for employment in the tourism industry and to provide pathways for further study. The course focuses on providing customer service, tourism advice and communicating with customers from diverse backgrounds. Students may obtain a Certificate II in Tourism (SIT20107) Possible Career opportunities – Events coordinator, conference assistant, tourism consultant, reservations clerk, group tour coordinator, sales officer, tour/museum guide, conference organizer and events manager.

Main Topics Covered

This course is based on units of competency, which have been developed by the tourism industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required by workers in the industry.

Competencies undertaken may include: promote products and services to customers, source and provide destination information and advice, develop and update tourism industry knowledge, co-ordinate guest and delegate registrations at venue, use business technology and provide on-site information and assistance.

A school-based traineeship is available in this course, for more information: http://www.sbatinnsw.info/


Students must undertake 35 hours of work placement per 120 indicative hours of this course. Part-time paid work may fulfill part of the work placement requirement.

Assessment

Competency-based Assessment

This is a competency-based course. This means that students work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency. To be assessed as competent a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can effectively carry out the various tasks and combinations of tasks listed to the standard required in the appropriate industry environment. There is no mark awarded in competency-based assessment. Students are assessed as either ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’.

Students will be progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency. When a student achieves a unit of competency it is signed off and recorded by the assessor.

Competency-based assessment determines the vocational qualification that a student will receive.


The Higher School Certificate examination for Tourism Operations (240 indicative hours) will involve a written examination consisting of multiple-choice items, short answers and extended response items.




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Vocational Education and Training Courses

VET courses offer dual accreditation: students who successfully complete these courses will gain unit credit toward their HSC and will receive a nationally recognised industry based qualification.

Framework and Non Framework Courses

VET courses are generally broken into two groups, Industry Curriculum Framework courses and Non- Framework courses. Both groups will provide units of credit towards a student’s 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 new method of determining university admission. The ATAR replaces the University Admission Index (UAI). Only ONE Category B course may be used towards the student’s ATAR. Non-Framework courses cannot be used for 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, gathered by an assessor (usually the teacher of the course) and judged against agreed industry standards.

Generally, assessments are practical in nature and reflect the type of tasks which would be required to be performed in the workplace. However, written assessments might be used to assess knowledge and understanding of concepts related to the course.

Evidence of competence can be gathered by the assessor in a variety of ways. Like all other HSC courses, some of the evidence gathered will be through formal assessment tasks or events such as project work, presentation of portfolios and practical demonstrations, as well as pen and paper tests. This is called “summative assessment”. Unlike other HSC courses, however, there is also an ongoing informal assessment component where the assessor gathers evidence using such methods as classroom observation, student self-assessment and work placement reports. This is called “formative assessment”.

The school will develop a document for each VET course outlining a schedule of summative tasks in line with Board of Studies policy. This document will be provided to students at the course induction as part of the Course Commencement Package.

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 Board of Studies by the school. This estimate mark will only be used in the event of a claim of illness or misadventure at the time of the HSC examination being upheld by the Board of Studies. Schools are required to indicate the method of determining the estimate marks in their assessment information.

Client Selection, Enrolment and Induction Procedures

VET courses are available to all students in Years 11 and 12. Students can access information about VET courses from this document, the school’s VET Coordinator or Careers Adviser.

A course induction will be delivered by classroom teachers at the beginning of each course. During this, students will receive a course commencement package which will include the RTO’s code of practice, information regarding the specific course they are studying,

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recognition of prior learning procedures, assessment procedures, information regarding their rights and responsibilities and a checklist to be signed by the student, parent and teacher to confirm the student has completed the induction.

Disciplinary Procedures

Students are expected to adhere to the rules and regulations of the school. Where a student is studying a course at another site besides their home school, he or she is expected to comply with the rules and regulations at the site where the course is delivered. Staff delivering to students who are not part of the school will provide a copy of the school’s rules and regulations to these students as part of the course commencement package.

Where a student is traveling from school to another site in order to access a course, the disciplinary policies and procedures of the home school will apply while the student is travelling.

Fees and Charges

Some VET courses attract a course cost. Where a course cost exists, this will be indicated in the course description in the school’s prospectus or subject selection booklet. Some courses may have additional charges for such things as work placement and excursions. More detailed information regarding fee charges and refund policies will be provided in your course commencement package.

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.

Refunds may be available in special circumstances. Information regarding refunds can be found in the course commencement package available at the course induction/orientation.

Flexible Learning

Flexible learning is a method of delivery which does not rely solely on traditional classroom-based or face-to- face teaching and learning. Some VET courses may use flexible learning strategies in the delivery of the course.

In special circumstances, students may be able to access a VET course not available at the school through some form of distance education. Students can gain more information about this form of delivery by contacting the school’s flexible delivery/distance education coordinator.

This mode of delivery is also a useful way of delivering the formal training component to school-based part- time trainees when students cannot access the course at the school.

Freedom of Information and Privacy

Students’ rights to privacy and access to information are outlined in the Freedom of Information and Privacy Policy contained in their course commencement package. All DET staff members are required to abide by the DET Privacy Code of Practice.

Language, Literacy, and Numeracy

Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment is available for each course. Information regarding this is provided in the course commencement package.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Credit transfer is available to students who produce evidence of competency achievement from another registered training organisation. Recognition of prior learning may also be available to students who can provide sufficient evidence of skills attained previously.

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Students seeking recognition of prior learning should follow the RPL procedures outlined in their course commencement package.

Work Placement

Seventy hours of work placement per 240 hours of study is a mandatory 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.

Work placement will be organised and coordinated by a Local Community Partnership. Students will be provided with additional work placement information in the course induction/orientation.

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School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships

The School-Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship Program provides students with the opportunity to include a recognised VET qualification within their HSC and to combine this with paid work.

School-based apprentices and trainees must complete formal training which is delivered by a registered training organisation (RTO). The formal training must meet the requirements of the relevant Vocational Training Order (VTO) for that apprenticeship or traineeship vocation, and must lead to a nationally recognised qualification. The formal training component of school-based apprenticeships and traineeships will contribute unit credit to the HSC.

School-based apprentices and trainees must undertake a minimum of 100 days on-the-job training by 31st December of the year they will complete their HSC. Exceptions to this are apprentices and trainees in the Construction industry, who are required to be in the workplace for 144 days, and Plumbing apprentices and Electrical/Electro-technology trainees and apprentices, who are required to be in the workplace for 180 days. This on-the-job training must be in the form of paid employment as an apprentice or trainee under an appropriate industrial arrangement.

School-Based Apprentices are required to:

• enter into a training contract for a nominal duration of generally five years – two years part-time followed by three years full-time post the HSC;

• undertake a minimum requirement of 100 days of paid employment by 31st December of the year they will complete their HSC; and

• enrol in a Certificate III AQF qualification level as specified in the Vocational Training Order.

School-Based Trainees are required to:

• enter into a training contract for a term of sufficient duration to allow them to complete their formal training requirements for the HSC as well as the minimum requirement of 100 days of paid employment by 31st December of the HSC year. The minimum term for a school- based traineeship is 18 months.

• enrol in a minimum Certificate II AQF qualification level as specified in the Vocational Training Order (VTO).

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 their School-Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship contact person. This is usually the Careers Adviser. The School-Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship contact person will then commence the process to seek approval to establish a School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship.

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More Information

Students wanting to find out more information regarding SBATs should contact their school’s Careers Adviser. You can also find information about SBATs on the internet at www.sbatinnsw.info

Also useful are the following sites: http://www.nswgrouptraining.com.au https://www.skilling.nsw.gov.au/snswp/ http://www.najobpathways.com.au/ http://www.aatinfo.com.au/ http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/default.asp TAFE NSW has a section on their website called School to Work. This is very helpful for school leavers and can be accessed from a link on their home page: https://www.tafensw.edu.au/


http://www.nswgrouptraining.com.au/

https://www.skilling.nsw.gov.au/snswp/

http://www.najobpathways.com.au/

http://www.aatinfo.com.au/

http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/default.asp

https://www.tafensw.edu.au/

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AQF VET AVI30316 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) – Visual Line of Sight (240 indicative hours)

BOSTES Course Number 65579 Course Cost: Nil

2 units x 2 years

Accredited for a total of 4 units at the Preliminary and/or HSC level.

Exclusions: nil

HSC Course Requirements

the possible qualification outcome is AVI30316 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot – Visual Line of Sight)

accredited for a total of 4 units at the Preliminary and/or HSC level

attempt all units of competency The requirements for the completion of an HSC VET course are different to the requirements for AQF VET qualification completion. Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) need to ensure that delivery of courses meets HSC course requirements and complies with Training Package rules. For a course to count towards the HSC program of study, students must satisfy the course completion criteria as required by the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards NSW. (Refer to the Assessment Certification Examination (ACE) website.) There must be sufficient evidence that the student has:

followed the course developed or endorsed by BOSTES

applied themselves with diligence and sustained effort to the set tasks and experiences provided in the course

achieved some or all of the course outcomes

(where applicable) undertaken the mandatory work placement.

Unit credit for the Higher School Certificate

Aviation (Remote Pilot) HSC VET courses count as Board Endorsed unit credit for the HSC but do not contribute

towards an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).

To facilitate flexibility of VET in the HSC, courses may be delivered as Preliminary, as HSC or as a combination

of Preliminary and HSC units.

The HSC credit units will be allocated to students’ Preliminary and/or HSC patterns of study as required.

The pattern of study (BOSTES course number) entered on Schools Online (Administration) should reflect the

delivery of the HSC VET course over successive years. For example, delivery of a 240 HSC indicative hour

course over two years should be entered as 2 units x 2 years. Students will be credentialed for the HSC credit

units entered each calendar year, provided they have satisfactorily completed the course requirements for that

calendar year as determined by the school, college or RTO.

Training package: AVI Aviation (version 3)

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Construction Wagga Wagga RTO - 90333

Certificate II in Construction Pathways CPC20211

Course: Construction (240 indicative hours) 4 Preliminary and/or HSC units in total

Board Developed Course Category B status for Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

Students must complete a minimum of 70 hours of work placement to meet HSC requirements.

Course Description

This curriculum framework course is accredited for the HSC and provides students with the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised vocational qualifications. This is known as dual accreditation. Students will be able to gain skills in planning and organising work, measuring and calculating, reading and interpreting plans, safe and environmentally sustainable work practices and the use of construction tools and equipment. Skills gained in this industry transfer to other industries. Occupations in the construction industry include: construction or trades assistant, builder’s labourer, bricklayer, carpenter, plasterer, roof tiler, concreter, painter and decorator and wall or floor tiler. This qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry with the exception of plumbing. Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Australian Apprenticeship and this Certificate II allows for inclusion of skills suited for entry to off-site occupations, such as joinery and shop-fitting as well as carpentry, bricklaying and other occupations in general construction.

Core Units of Competency

CPCCCM1012A Work effectively & sustainably in the construction industry

CPCCCM1013A Plan and organise work

CPCCCM1014A Conduct workplace communication

CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations

CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications

CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies & procedures in the construction industry

Elective Units of Competency

Elective units may include:

CPCCCA2002B Use carpentry tools and equipment

CPCCCA2011A Handle carpentry materials

CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials

CPCCCM2006B Apply basic levelling procedures

CPCCJN2001A Assemble components

CPCCJN2002B Prepare for off-site manufacturing process

CPCCBL2001A Handle and Prepare bricklaying material

CPCCBL2002A Use bricklaying and block laying tools and equipment

CPCCCA2003A Erect and dismantle form work for footings and slabs on the ground

CPCCCO2013A Carry out concreting to simple forms

This course contains three additional units above the qualification to meet NESA HSC requirements. CPCCOHS1001A. Work safely in the construction industry, CPCCCM2005AB Use construction tools and equipment, CPCCO2021A Handle concreting materials

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning or be granted credit transfer provided suitable evidence is submitted.

Qualifications

Students who are assessed as competent in the above units of competency will be eligible for a Certificate II in Construction Pathways CPC20211. Students who do not achieve competency in all the above units will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Construction Pathways CPC20211.

Foundation Skills – describe language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance. Foundation skills can be found in each unit of competency downloaded from http://training.gov.au/

NB This qualification may change as a result of training package reviews.

Competency- Based Assessment: Students in this course work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency above. To be assessed as competent a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can effectively carry out tasks to industry standards. Students will be progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency.

http://training.gov.au/

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N Determinations: Where a student has not met NSW NESA course completion criteria, including meeting the mandatory work placement requirement, they will receive an “N” determination (course not satisfactorily completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC although units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF qualification.

External Assessment (optional HSC examination): Students completing this course are eligible to sit a written HSC examination which may be used in the calculation of an ATAR. The examination is independent of the competency-based assessment undertaken during the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive an AQF VET Statement of Attainment.

Appeals: Students may lodge an appeal about assessment decisions through their VET trainer.

Resources costs: $100 Plus safety glasses, safety boots, cotton drill clothing

Refund Arrangements: on a pro – rata basis

Discuss payment options with your trainer

Delivery Arrangements: 3 Hour block release that will include some time before or after traditional school hours, plus timetabled lessons

Exclusions : NIL


For more information on possible outcomes please visit the NESA website: http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au

Please note: Some or all of the practical lessons for Construction will run after normal school hours.


http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/

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Wagga Wagga RTO - 90333

Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology – ICT30115

Course: Information Technology (240 indicative hours) 4 Preliminary and/or HSC units in total Board Developed Course Category B status for Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)


Course Description This curriculum framework course is accredited for the HSC and provides students with the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised vocational qualifications. This is known as dual accreditation. This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technical functions and to achieve a degree of self-sufficiency as an advanced ICT user. Persons working at this level will support information technology activities in the workplace across a wide range of ICT areas, including technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies.

Possible job titles: help desk officer, help desk assistant, ICT operations support, ICT user support, PC support, technical support

Core Units of Competency BSBWHS304A Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processes

BSBSUS401 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

ICTICT202 Work and communicate effectively in an IT environment

ICTICT301 Create user documentation

ICTICT302 Install and optimise operating system software

ICTSAS301 Run standard diagnostic tests


ICTICT203 Operate application software packages

ICTICT308 Use advanced features of computer applications

ICTWEB302 Build simple websites using commercial programs

ICTWEB201 Use social media tools for collaboration and engage- ment

ICTWEB303 Produce digital images for the web


Qualifications Students who are assessed as competent in the above units of competency will be eligible for a Sstatement of Attainment showing partial completion of Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology ICT301115.

There are eight Foundation Skills: reading, writing, oral communication, navigate the world of work, get the

work done. A summary of the Foundation Skills developed through this qualification can be downloaded from http://training.gov.au/

NB This qualification may change as a result of training package reviews

Competency- Based Assessment: Students in this course work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency above. To be assessed as competent a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can effectively carry out tasks to industry standards. Students will be progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency. N Determinations: Where a student has not met Board of Studies & educational Standards NSW course completion criteria, including meeting the mandatory work placement requirement, they will receive an “N” determination (course not satisfactorily completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC although units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF qualification.

External Assessment (optional HSC examination): Students completing this course are eligible to sit a written HSC examination which may be used in the calculation of an ATAR. The examination is independent of


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the competency-based assessment undertaken during the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive an AQF VET Statement of Attainment.


Resources costs: NIL



Delivery Arrangements: Timetabled lessons.

Exclusions : Nil


For more information on possible outcomes please visit the NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA) website: http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au



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Certificate II in Engineering MEM10105 Course: Metal and Engineering (240 indicative hours) 4 Preliminary and/or HSC units in total Board Developed Course Category B status for Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)


Course Description

This curriculum framework course is accredited for the HSC and provides students with the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised vocational qualifications. This is known as dual accreditation. Students will be able to gain skills in safe work practices, routine work activities, working with others, quality procedures and systems, the use of hand and power tools, technical drawing and engineering measurement. Occupations in the manufacturing, engineering and related industries include fitter, toolmaker, structural steel welder, engineering draftsperson, engineer (automotive, fabrications, production, plastics, marine, mechanical) boat builder/repairer and mechanical, production or marine engineer.

Core Units of Competency MEM13014A Apply principles of occupational health

and safety in the work environment

MEM14004A Plan to undertake a routine task

MEM15024A Apply quality procedures

MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment


MEM15002A Apply quality systems

MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements

MEM12024A Perform computations

MEM18001C Use hand tools

MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations

MEM05005B Carry out mechanical cutting

Refer to Training and Assessment Strategy when selecting units from the following list. Elective Units of Competency (continued) Elective units can include:

MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

MEM11011B Undertake manual handling

MEM05012C Perform routine manual metal arc welding

MEM05004C Perform routine oxy acetylene welding

MEM07032B Use workshop machines for basic operations

This course also requires the completion of the Manufacturing, engineering and related services industries induction and MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing to meet NESA HSC requirements.


Qualifications Students who are assessed as competent in the above units of competency will be eligible for a Certificate I in Engineering MEM10105. Students who do not achieve competency in all the above units will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment towards Certificate I in Engineering MEM10105.

There are Foundation Skills which describe language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated

in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance. Foundation skills can be found in each unit of competency downloaded from http://training.gov.au/

Competency- Based Assessment: Students in this course work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency above. To be assessed as competent a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can effectively carry out tasks to industry standards. Students will be progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency. N Determinations: Where a student has not met NESA course completion criteria, including meeting the mandatory work placement requirement, they will receive an “N” determination (course not satisfactorily


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completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC although units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF qualification.



Resources costs: $100 Plus safety glasses, safety boots, cotton drill clothing Refund Arrangements: on a pro – rata basis


Delivery Arrangements: 3 Hour block release that will include some time before or after traditional school hours, plus timetabled lessons.

Exclusions : NIL


For more information on possible outcomes please visit the NESA website: http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au

Please note: Some or all of the practical lessons for Engineering will run after normal school hours.



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Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways – MSF20516

Course: Furniture Making Pathways (180 indicative hours) 3 Preliminary and/or HSC units in total Board Endorsed Course There is NO for Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) option for this course

Students may elect to complete work placement in the Furnishing Industry

Students must gain the mandatory WorkCover construction Induction Certificate, (the white card) before they enter a work site

Exclusions – Students may not undertake the same unit of competency in more than one VET course

Course Description

This provides students with the opportunity to obtain national vocational qualifications for employment in the carpentry and joinery, shop-fitting, cabinetmaking and furnishing industries. Students will be able to gain skills in planning and organising work, measuring and calculating, reading and interpreting plans, safe and environmentally sustainable work practices and the use of tools and equipment. Working in the furniture making industry involves selecting and preparing timber, using saws, chisels, planes, power tools and woodworking machines to make and assemble furniture. Making jigs, templates or prototypes for the production of furniture and repair damaged furniture and cabinets. Skills gained in this industry transfer to other occupations. Examples of occupations in the industry include cabinet maker, wood turner, furniture finisher, polisher and upholsterer, shop fitter and joiner.

Core Units of Competency

MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

MSMPCI103 Demonstrate care and apply safe work Practices at work MSFGN2001 Make measurements and calculations MSFFP2001 Undertake a basic furniture making project MSFFP2002 Develop a career plan for the furnishing industry

Elective Units of Competency MSFFM2001 Use furniture making sector hand and power tools MSFFM2002 Assemble furnishing components MSFFP2003 Prepare surfaces MSFFP2004 Apply domestic surface coatings MSFFP2005 Join furnishing materials MSFFP2006 Make simple timber joints MSMSUP106 Work in a team


Qualifications Students who are assessed as competent in the above units of competency will be eligible for a Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways MSF20516. Students who do not achieve competency in all the above units will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways MSF20516.

Foundation Skills - describe language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the

performance criteria that are required for competent performance. Foundation skills can be found in each unit of competency downloaded from http://training.gov.au/

NB This qualification may change as a result of training package reviews

Competency- Based Assessment: Students in this course work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency above. To be assessed as competent a student must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can effectively carry out tasks to industry standards. Students will be progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency.


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N Determinations: Where a student has not met NESA course completion criteria, they will receive an “N” determination (course not satisfactorily completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC although units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF qualification. Students completing this course are not required to sit a written, external HSC examination.


Resources costs: $100 Plus safety glasses, safety boots, cotton drill clothing



Delivery Arrangements: 3 Hour block release that will include some time before or after traditional school hours, plus timetabled lessons.

Exclusions : Furniture Making

Information on requirements and arrangements for NSW school-based apprenticeships and traineeships is available at : http://www.training.nsw.gov.au/individuals/apprenticeships_traineeships/school_based/index.html

For more information on possible outcomes please visit the NESA website: http://educationalstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/home

Please note: Some or all of the practical lessons for Furniture Making will run after normal school hours.

http://www.training.nsw.gov.au/individuals/apprenticeships_traineeships/school_based/index.html

http://educationalstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/home

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Primary Industries Wagga Wagga RTO - 90333

Certificate II in Agriculture AHC20110

Course: Primary Industries (240 indicative hours) 4 Preliminary and/or HSC units in total Board Developed Course Category B status for Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)


Course Description

This curriculum framework course is accredited for the HSC and provides students with the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised vocational qualifications. This is known as dual accreditation. This qualification provides an entry level occupational outcome in agriculture. Students will be able to gain skills and knowledge in a range of activities and functions in the production and care of livestock and/or plants, safety, maintaining and using equipment such as tractors, chemical use, interpreting weather and sustainability. Skills gained in this industry transfer to other industries. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible occupations in this industry include farm or station hand/labourer, shearer, livestock breeder/attendant/ stockperson, horticultural assistant and farmer/farm manager.

Units of Competencies Qualification Core - 40hours AHCOHS201A Participate in OHS processes AHCWRK209A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Qualification Electives – 115 Hours AHCMOM202A Operate tractors AHCMOM304A Operate machinery and equipment AHCCHM201A Apply chemicals under supervision AHCWRK201A Observe and report on weather AHCPMG201A Treat weeds AHCWRK204A Work effectively in the industry AHCWRK205A Participate in workplace communications AHCLSK202A Care for health and welfare of livestock AHCLSK205A Handle livestock using basic techniques AHCLSK204A Carry out regular livestock observation AHCLSK206A Identify and mark livestock

Fencing Cluster – 30 hours AHCINF202A Install, maintain and repair fencing AHCINF201A Carry out basic electric fencing operations Feeding & Watering Stock Cluster

Extensive livestock operations – 25 hours

AHCLSK211A Provide feed for livestock

AHCLSK209A Monitor water supplies


Qualifications Students who are assessed as competent in the above units of competency will be eligible for a Certificate II in Agriculture AHC20110. Students who do not achieve competency in all the above units will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Agriculture AHC20110.

There are eight Employability Skills: communication, teamwork, problem solving, initiative and enterprise, planning and organising, self-management, learning and technology. A summary of the employability skills developed through this qualification can be downloaded from http://training.gov.au/

Competency- Based Assessment: Students in this course work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency above. To be assessed as competent students must demonstrate to a qualified assessor that they can effectively carry out tasks to industry standards. Students will be progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency. N Determinations: Where a student has not met Board of Studies course completion criteria, including meeting the mandatory work placement requirement, he or she will receive an “N” determination (course not satisfactorily completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC although units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF qualification.


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Resources costs: $70 Refund Arrangements: on a pro – rata basis


Delivery Arrangements: Timetabled lessons.

Exclusions : Nil



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Visual Arts Course No: 15400 Course Cost: $50

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course Exclusions: Projects developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in full or in part for

assessment in any other subject.

Course Description Visual Arts involves students in art making, art criticism and art history. Students develop their own artworks, culminating in a ‘body of work’ in the HSC course. Students critically and historically investigate artworks, critics, historians and artists from Australia as well as those from other cultures, traditions and times. The Preliminary course is broadly focused, while the HSC course provides for deeper and more complex investigations. While the course builds on Visual Arts courses in Stages 4 and 5, it also caters for students with more limited experience in Visual Arts.

Preliminary Course learning opportunities focus on:

the nature of practice in art making, art criticism and art history through different investigations

the role and function of artists, artworks, the world and audiences in the art world

the different ways the visual arts may be interpreted and how students might develop their own informed points of view

how students may develop meaning and focus and interest in their work

building understandings over time through various investigations and working in different forms. HSC Course learning opportunities focus on:

how students may develop their practice in art making, art criticism, and art history

how students may develop their own informed points of view in increasingly independent ways and use different interpretive frameworks in their investigations

how students may learn about the relationships between artists, artworks, the world and audiences within the artworld and apply these to their own investigations

how students may further develop meaning and focus in their work.


Preliminary Course:

Artworks in at least three expressive forms and use of a process diary

a broad investigation of ideas in art making, art criticism and art history. HSC Course:

development of a body of work and use of a process diary

a minimum of five Case Studies (4–10 hours each)

deeper and more complex investigations in art making, art criticism and art history.

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Work Studies Course No: 35201 Course Costs: Nil

2 units for the Preliminary (Year 11) and/or HSC (Year 12)

Board Endorsed Course Exclusions: Nil

Work in all its forms – paid and unpaid – plays a central role in our lives. Technological, social and economic factors are rapidly changing the nature of work, the traditional patterns of work organisation and how individuals engage in work. The successful transition of students from school to the workforce and further education and training is essential for individuals and for society. Individuals will need to be flexible and responsive to change along their career pathway. Opportunities for workers to change jobs, develop new skills and to obtain new experiences will be part of the future world of work.

The Work Studies CEC syllabus is designed to assist students in their transition from school to work. It develops knowledge and understanding of the issues faced by students in the transition to work and the skills needed for effective career planning and performance of tasks in the work environment. Integral to the Work Studies syllabus is a focus on the development of essential workplace skills. They are central to the core module and each of the elective modules. Students have an opportunity to practise these skills in appropriate work contexts.

The Work Studies course will assist students:

recognise the links between education, training, work and lifestyle, and to recognise the economic and social factors that affect work opportunities

develop an understanding of the changing nature of work and the implications for individuals and society

undertake work placement to allow for the development of specific job-related skills

acquire general work-related knowledge, skills and attitudes, transferable across different

occupations

develop their skills in accessing work-related information, presenting themselves to potential employers, and functioning effectively in the workplace.

The course has one core study, and elective course modules.

Core - My Working Life

Elective Modules - There are eleven elective modules which explore issues about work and work related skills. Modules are studied for 15 to 30 hours. In Year 11, students will study the core module and three elective modules.

1. In the Workplace

2. Preparing Job Applications

3. Workplace Communication

4. Teamwork and Enterprise Skills

5. Managing Work and Life Commitments

6. Personal Finance

7. Workplace Issues

8. Self-employment

9. Team Enterprise Project

10. Experiencing Work

11. School Developed Module

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Online Subject Selection

Students’ subject selections will be made online. You will be issued your Edval subject selection web-code through your DEC student email. The subject selection form will be open from 8:00 am Friday 18th August, 2017 till 9:00 pm Friday 25th August, 2017. Please make sure you are at a computer which can print your subject selections. If you do not have computer and printer access at home, you can make your selections on one of the desktop computers in the school library.

Step 1: Check your DEC email for your Edval subject selection web-code and follow the link. If you do not get an email, please see Mrs. Farebrother in the M21 staffroom.

Step 2: Enter your web-code in the link.

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Step 3: You should now see your name in the top right hand corner of this blank subject selection form

Step 4: Enter your subject selections using the drop-down lists. English is compulsory and must be entered in the first box. Your remaining choices should be entered in preferential order. This is important. You must make three reserve selections in case one of your main selections does not run. Indicate whether you intend to achieve an ATAR in the last box.

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The form will display the cost of electives which require a fee. A “Total electives fee” cost is displayed in the bottom left hand corner.

Step 5: When complete, click on ‘Submit’. Your submission will be checked, and if valid press OK and you will be shown a print preview of your selection as shown below.

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Step 6: Please print this page by pressing print on the web browser. Ask your parent or guardian to write their name and signature on the base of the form and return it to Ms. Hamment by Monday 28th August, 2017. PLEASE REMEMBER: The online entry of subject selection must be completed by Friday 25th August, 2017. The signed hard copy of your selections must be submitted to Ms. Hamment by Monday 28th August, 2017. If you have any problems with this online selection process, please see Mrs. Farebrother in the M21 staffroom

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Index

General HSC Rules & Information 5 Music 1 41

Agriculture 9 Personal Development, Health and PE 42

Ancient History 10 Photography, Video and Digital Imaging 43

Australian Tertiary Admission Rank 6 Physics 44

Biology 11 Preliminary and HSC Courses 5

Business Studies 12 Preliminary Course Descriptions 8

Category B Subjects 6

Chemistry 13 School-based Part-time Traineeships 57

Community and Family Studies 14

Course Unit Values & Levels of Complexity 5 Society and Culture 45

Dance 15 Software Design and Development 46

Drama

Earth and Environmental

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17

Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation 47

Engineering Studies 18

English Textiles and Design 48

English Advanced 19 TVET Animal Studies 49

English Extension

English Standard

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23

AQF VET Aviation (Remote Pilot) 59

English Studies CEC 25 TVET Community Services Work 50

Exploring Early Childhood 27

Food Technology 28

Geography 29 TVET Hospitality 51

HSC Requirements 5 TVET Human Services 52

Industrial Technology

Information and Processes Technology

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TVET Tourism 53

Legal Studies 32 Types of Courses 5

Life Skills HSC 6 VET (Vocational Education and Training) 54

List of Courses 7 VET Construction 60

Mathematics Advanced

33 VET Information Digital Media & Technology

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Mathematics Extension 1 34 VET Engineering

VET Furniture Making

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Mathematics Standard 1 35,36 VET Primary Industries - Agriculture 68

Mathematics Standard 2 37,38 Visual Arts 70

Modern History 39,40 Work Studies 71

Online subject selection instructions 72

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