year 11 subject selection booklet 2017

2018

Subject Selection Booklet Year 11

TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................................................................. 1

PAPERCUT (STUDENT PRINTING).......................................................................................................................................................... 2

DIGITAL ACCESS TO THE WIRELESS NETWORK ............................................................................................................................... 2

COURSE CONTENT ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 2

STATIONERY FOR STUDENTS .................................................................................................................................................................. 2

COMPULSORY / OPTIONAL SUBJECTS .................................................................................................................................................. 2

CAREERS INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

COURSE STRUCTURE 2018 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5

SENIOR CLASSES ON THE VIRTUAL LEARNING NETWORK ........................................................................................................... 6

YEAR 11 COURSES ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Subject: English and Other Languages .................................................................................................................... 7

Subject: Mathematics and Statistics ....................................................................................................................... 9

Subject: Physical Education, Sport and Health .................................................................................................... 11

Subject: Science .................................................................................................................................................. 13

Subject: Humanities ........................................................................................................................................... 15

Subject: Technology ........................................................................................................................................... 18

Subject: Digital Technologies ............................................................................................................................... 21

Subject: The Arts ................................................................................................................................................ 22

Subject: Transition and Alternative Courses ....................................................................................................... 24

CAREER PATHWAYS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 25

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INTRODUCTION Important decisions require access to accurate information. This booklet provides you with the ability to construct courses with a clear eye on the future. Students, I encourage you to consider these questions as you select each subject:

• Does it lead me in my preferred career direction? • Will it keep my options open, or close them down? Remembering that it’s best to study from a range of

departments, keeping your options as broad as possible for as long as possible. • Does it interest me? • Will it challenge me enough, or be too easy? • Where does it lead to in the senior school? See “Course Structure 2018”. • Will it give me course entry into the subjects I want to take in Year 12, & 13? • Will it eventually lead to a University Entrance course in Year 13?

Parents, I recommend you do the following:

• Discuss career aspirations with your sons and daughters. • Use the “Where To?” diagrams in this booklet to assist with seeing which careers different subjects lead to. • Make yourself familiar with “Course Structure 2018” in this booklet. • Read the relevant subject entries in this booklet. • Go to www.careers.govt.nz which holds a wealth of relevant information. • I urge you to attend the Senior Subject Selection Evening: 4.00 – 6.30, Thursday 14th September for Years 9-

12 (Forms 3-6). You will have the opportunity to discuss individual subjects with teachers and Heads of Departments, as well as to discuss your son/daughter’s combination of subjects with Deans and Senior Managers. Attend at any time between 4.00 and 6.30pm.

Parents and students are welcome to contact our Careers Department at any time to talk through any aspect of planning for a career. Yours sincerely Stephen Hensman Principal

http://www.careers.govt.nz/

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PAPERCUT (STUDENT PRINTING)

We use a printing package called ‘PaperCut’ to manage students’ printing at school. Every student has been allocated a base value of $30 to cover miscellaneous printing during the year which the school funds (free to parents).

We have allocated extra printing for students who are taking options which might require extra printing, such as IT, Photography, Design & VLN. Once a student’s allocation has been used additional printing credits can be purchased from the school office.

At the end of each year the student’s ‘PaperCut’ balance will be cleared to zero and a new allocation for the new school year applied. Any under-use of the original allocation will not be carried over from one year to the next. However, if the student has purchased extra printing credits and these credits have not been used up, the remaining credits will be carried over. Each time a student prepares to print they will be able to see their available printing credits.

Printing prices are as follows:

A4 Black and White 10 cents per page A4 Colour 50 cents per page A3 Black and White 15 cents per page A3 Colour $1 per page

DIGITAL ACCESS TO THE WIRELESS NETWORK

The school has a robust wireless network which is available to all students. Students have access to office 365, the internet and printing.

THS has a Windows based network, students are strongly encouraged to purchase a Windows based laptop in order to gain greatest functionality. All students will need, and are expected, to bring a laptop to school every day. In cases of financial hardship, please make contact with Mr Marshall who will outline assistance options.

COURSE CONTENT

The information provided about each course should be regarded as a guide only, as some courses are currently being reviewed.

The confirmed list of assessment standards included in each course will be confirmed in the assessment statements issued to students at the start of the year.

STATIONERY FOR STUDENTS

Office Products Depot (OPD) in Wakefield Street, Onekawa, have all our stationery requirements for sale.

To order online, rather than going into the store, go to www.theschoolstore.co.nz and select Taradale High School from the drop box by typing Taradale High School until the name appears.

The stationery lists are loaded by YEAR and SUBJECT. This allows you to select your son/daughter's stationery by the subjects they are taking. Just select the appropriate year and subjects from the catalogue on the left hand side and add to your basket. If you have more than one child at the school, then simply add each pack/item to your basket.

Please note, that a number of subjects will not show on the lists as they may have no stationery requirements, or that subject may have a workbook which is paid for through, and issued by, the school.

COMPULSORY / OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

At Year 11 there are four compulsory subjects – English, Maths, Science and PE/Health. Students choose an additional three subjects as their options making a total of seven subjects for the year.

http://www.theschoolstore.co.nz/

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CAREERS INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION When planning a course of study • Students should look at their strengths and what they enjoy doing. • Making a career decision requires a personal awareness of skills, abilities, attitudes and interests. • Try to match this awareness with a career area. • Keep your options open as long as possible. A career plan may change. It is quite normal for people to change

their minds about their careers as they progress through school. There are people in the school who can assist you with your career planning. They include: • Your subject teachers • Your Deans • The Guidance Counsellor (Science Block) • The Careers Advisers (Careers Kiosk in Science Block) • A useful website for career information is www.careers.govt.nz Tertiary course pre-requisites can also change so please check current entry requirements for individual tertiary institutions by investigating their websites or looking at the information available in the Careers Kiosk. Be aware that most universities have also introduced a Guaranteed Entry Score (GES). Each university will set their own levels for this score which is based on students’ Level 3 credits with points allocated for Achieved, Merit and Excellence. Students that attain these levels will gain automatic admission as long as they apply on time. Please check individual university websites for details. Generally speaking, minimum academic entrance requirements vary between degree and diploma courses and between universities and polytechnics. Most certificate and diploma courses require a minimum of NCEA L2, while degree courses require minimum passes in NCEA L3. Check each tertiary institution’s website for their specific entry requirements. A number of courses are very popular and impose higher NCEA L3 results for entry. The most common degree restrictions are found in architecture, commerce, communications, engineering, medicine and law. University Entrance (UE) is the minimum requirement to go to a New Zealand university. To qualify you will need:

• NCEA Level 3 • Three subjects – at Level 3, made up of:

o 14 credits each, in three approved subjects • Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of:

o 5 credits in reading o 5 credits in writing

• Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of: o achievement standards – specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects, or o unit standards – package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627 – all three required).

Once you have met the requirements for University Entrance it will appear on your Record of Achievement. Credits can be accumulated over more than one year.

If a unit and an achievement standard assess the same learning outcome, only the credits for ONE standard can be counted. In other words they are ‘mutually exclusive’. A list of such exclusions is published each year.

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COURSE STRUCTURE 2018

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SENIOR CLASSES ON THE VIRTUAL LEARNING NETWORK

If we cannot offer a subject of choice, or students experience an unresolvable timetable clash between two subjects they are equally passionate about, there is a solution for self-motivated students: the Virtual Learning Network (VLN). Check it out online: www.vln.school.nz.

Who will be my teacher? If you are enrolled in a VLN course, your “eTeacher” will be from another secondary school in New Zealand.

How often will I see my teacher? You will have an hour long Video Conference (VC), Adobe Connect or Google Hangout class each week, plus three timetabled and supervised periods with the assistance of our eDean, completing work provided by your eTeacher. Such work could include using an online web space, or tutorials through Skype or some other web tool.

How will I communicate or get work to and from my teacher? You will be able to communicate regularly with your eTeacher through a mix of emails, online chats, FaceTime, Skype, texts and so on.

How do I receive work or send work to my eTeacher? Work may be exchanged using a variety of methods – mail, email, uploading and so on. Your eTeacher will mark your work and send it back the same way. Your eTeacher may also provide you with some paper-based resources and you may also be able to purchase workbooks and study guides to support your learning.

Do I need access to a computer at home? You will require access during school time to a computer, or e-device, and the internet so that you can work independently in your online environment/ classroom. If you have the internet at home, that is an added bonus and highly recommended.

What happens if I have another class at that time? You will have to make up for the lost time (usually 30 minutes a week) by working with your Taradale High School teacher on what you have missed. This is why you need to be self-motivated. Regular attendance in your online classroom is very important. Taradale High School will try to schedule you in to a VLN class in a free timetable line if at all possible.

Who can apply for an online class? Any senior student may apply to their Dean, or the VLN Co-ordinator Ms A. Dearing, to be enrolled in an online course if the subject/course they wish to study is: • not currently offered at your school • clashes with a timetabled class • offered through a tertiary organisation

Students who apply must: • be self-motivated, well organised and committed to achieving • have an excellent attendance record • in some cases, have the necessary pre-requisites for the course (e.g. a pass in externals of a previous NCEA level,

have studied a language for at least a year in the junior school) • have permission from their dean and parents

How do you apply? • talk to your Dean, or the VLN Co-ordinator (Ms A. Dearing) for information about classes • discuss with your parents • make a time to see the VLN Co-ordinator who will go through the VLN enrolment process.

How do results compare with Face to Face classes? Between 12% and 17% of VLN students perform better than other students. Between 58% and 70% of VLN students perform on par with other students. Between 17% and 26% of VLN students perform worse than other students.

http://www.vln.school.nz/

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YEAR 11 COURSES

SUBJECT: ENGLISH AND OTHER LANGUAGES

ENGLISH 1.1 and 11ENV Level: 1 Entry Requirement Students who have found aspects of Year 10 English difficult and would do better with internal assessment. Course Description This course contains less reading overall and has more emphasis on developing practical skills in

comprehension and communication English. It will meet the literacy requirements for NCEA and will gather enough evidence for the literacy unit standards if required.

Course Leads to This course may lead on to either the full Achievement Standard NCEA English course offered at Level 1 or the Senior multi-level English course (12ENG 2.1).

Course Costs N/A Total Credits

Available Course is Endorsable

(Y or N) This subject leads to a University Entrance

course in Year 13 (Y or N) 20 N N

Standard Level Standard Description Lit/ Num Credits Ext or Int

(E or I) 90053 1 Produce formal writing. Lit 3 I 90857 1 Construct and deliver an oral text. Lit 3 I 90855 1 Create a visual text. Lit 3 I 90852 1 Explain significant connection(s) across texts. Lit 4 I 90856 1 Show understanding of visual and/or oral text(s). Lit 3 I 2977 1 Read texts for practical purposes. Lit 4 I

ENGLISH 1.2 Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Year 10 English. Course Description This course takes students through a programme of English concentrating on the reading and writing

strands of the curriculum. It also has oral and visual elements. The course is based around the classroom teachers’ selection of literature. The Internal standards allow us to assess the more practical skills in English such as speaking and creative writing.

Course Leads to This course may lead on to either the full Achievement Standard NCEA English course offered at Level 2 or the Senior multi-level English course (12ENG 2.1).




course in Year 13 (Y or N) 22 Y Y


(E or I) 90849 1 Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s). Lit 4 E

90850 1 Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s). Lit 4 E

90851 1 Show understanding of significant aspects of unfamiliar written text(s). Lit 4 E

90852 1 Produce creative writing. Lit 4 I 90853 1 Produce formal writing. Lit 4 I 90857 1 Construct and deliver an oral text. Lit 3 I 90852 1 Explain significant connection(s) across texts. Lit 4 I

FRENCH Level: 1 Entry Requirement Year 10 French – whole year course. Course Description A development of the French language with an emphasis on communicative skills in everyday situations,

and on cultural awareness. Course Leads to Year 12 French. Year 12 Prerequisite: Obtaining ‘Achieved’ or better in all Achievement Standards or by

negotiation with the HOD.

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Course Costs Students are recommended to subscribe to the Language Perfect website at a cost of approximately $30. Total Credits





(E or I) 90878 1 Demonstrate understanding of spoken French. 5 E

90879 1 Give a spoken presentation that communicates a personal response in French. 4 I

90881 1 Demonstrate understanding of French written/visual text(s). 5 E

90882 1 Write a variety of texts for genuine purposes to communicate in French. 5 I

90880 1 Interact using spoken French to communicate ideas. 5 I

JAPANESE Level: 1 Entry Requirement Year 10 Japanese Part 1 and 2. Course Description A development of the Japanese language with an emphasis on communication skills in everyday situations,

and cultural understanding. Course Leads to Year 12 Japanese. Year 12 PREREQUISITE: Obtaining ‘Achieved’ or better in all Achievement Standards or

by negotiation with the HOD. Course Costs N/A

Total Credits Available

Course is Endorsable (Y or N)

This subject leads to a University Entrance course in Year 13 (Y or N)

19 Y Y


(E or I)

90893 1 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Japanese texts on areas of most immediate relevance. 5 E

90894 1 Give a spoken presentation in Japanese that communicates a personal response. 4 I

90896 1 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of Japanese texts on areas of most immediate relevance. 5 E

90897 1 Write a variety of text types in Japanese on areas of most immediate relevance. 5 I

TE REO MAORI Level: 1 Entry Requirement Year 10 Te Reo Maori Part 1 and 2. Course Description A development of the Maori language covering four main areas: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Course Leads to Year 12 Te Reo Maori. Year 12 PREREQUISITE: Obtaining ‘Achieved’ or better in all Achievement Standards

or by negotiation with the HOD. Course Costs N/A




30 Y Y


(E or I)

91085 1 Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o tōna ao - Listen to comprehend language using familiar text. 6 I

91086 1 Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o tōna ao - Speak and use the language using familiar text. 6 I

91087 1 Pānui kia mōhio ki te reo o tōna ao - Read to comprehend the language using familiar text. 6 E

91088 1 Tuhi i te reo o tōna ao - Write in the language using familiar text. Lit 6 E

91089 1 Waihanga tuhinga i te reo o tōna ao - Create a written piece in the language using familiar text. Lit 6 I

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SUBJECT: MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS

MATHEMATICS - FOUNDATION Level: 1 Entry Requirement This course is best suited to students who have found the number and algebra strands of Year 10

Mathematics difficult. Course Description This is a course which covers practical material that is used in most life or work situations. The course is

based around skill topics, particularly those required in a vocation context. All work is internally assessed using a variety of achievement and workplace unit standards. This course does not allow subject endorsement but can be modified to the need of the student.

Course Leads to Generally a terminating course. Course Costs Scientific calculator is required.




≤ 19 N N

Standard Level Standards will be selected from the following: Lit/ Num Credits Ext or Int

(E or I) 91034* 1 Apply transformation geometry in solving problems. Num 2 I 91036* 1 Investigate bivariate numerical data using the statistical enquiry cycle. Lit, Num 3 I 26623 1 Use number to solve problems. Num 4 I 26626 1 Interpret statistical information for a purpose. Num 3 I 26627 1 Use measurement to solve problems. Num 3 I

91026* 1 Apply numeric reasoning in solving problems. Num 4 I *Optional Standards

MATHEMATICS - GENERAL Level: 1 Entry Requirement This course is best suited to students who have coped with most aspects of Year 10 Mathematics. Course Description This is a general course, which covers material that is used in most work situations, or courses of study at

Tertiary Institutions. All work is mostly internally assessed using a variety of achievement standards, but has one external assessment to allow for course endorsement.

Course Leads to Year 12 Statistics or General Maths. Course Costs A Graphics Calculator or Scientific Calculator is required. Students may be required to purchase workbooks

at an approximate cost of $7 per standard. Total Credits





(E or I) 91026 1 Apply numeric reasoning in solving problems. Num 4 I 91029 1 Apply linear algebra in solving problems. Num 3 I 91030 1 Apply measurement in solving problems. Num 3 I 91032 1 Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement problems. Num 3 I 91038 1 Elements of chance. Lit, Num 3 I 91037 1 Demonstrate understanding of chance and data. Num 4 E

91027* 1 Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems. Num 4 E *Optional Standard

MATHEMATICS - ADVANCED Level: 1 Entry Requirement This course is best suited to able students who have a strong grasp of all Year 10 concepts. Course Description This is an advanced Maths course which covers material that will be useful for those who intend to pursue

courses of study at University. Students will need to be prepared to work at an abstract level of thinking. Course Leads to Year 12 Advanced Maths or Statistics. Course Costs A Graphics Calculator (recommended) or Scientific Calculator is required. Students are required to

purchase workbooks at an approximate cost of $7 per standard.

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23 Y Y

Standard Level Standards will be selected from the following: Lit/ Num Credits Ext or Int

(E or I)

91035 1 Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle. Lit, Num 4 I

91259 1 Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems. Num 3 I 91027 1 Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems. Num 4 E 91028 1 Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs. Num 4 E

91031* 1 Apply geometric reasoning in solving problems. Num 4 E 91037 1 Demonstrate understanding of chance and data. Num 4 E 91032 1 Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement problems. Num 3 I

*Optional Standard

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SUBJECT: PHYSICAL EDUCATION, SPORT AND HEALTH

CORE PHYSICAL EDUCATION Level: 1 Entry Requirement Satisfactory completion of Year 10 Physical Education programme. Course Description The Core PE course is compulsory and the programme has two parts; Physical Education modules provide

students opportunities to develop their skills further in physical activities of their choice. The following topics are generic to all:

• Fitness programmes for All • Demonstrate quality movement in a physical activity • Participation in a variety of physical activity and examine influences on own participation

Options may include (but are not restricted to) badminton, golf, flying disc, basketball, hockey, Australian Rules, rugby, weight training, creative dance, korfball, netball, table tennis, petanque, archery, etc.

Course Leads to Having completed 11PES course, obtaining ‘Achieved’ or better PE 90963, 90967 and 90965 or obtaining ‘Achieved’ or better in PE 90962 and PE 90964 from Year 11 Core PE and at least 12 Level 1 Science credits and consultation with HOD leads to 12 PE Studies approval.






(E or I)

90962 1 Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence own participation. 5 I

90964 1 Demonstrate quality movement in the performance of a physical activity. 3 I

PHYSICAL EDUCATION STUDIES Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Year 10 Physical Education. Course Description Education including: an introduction to exercise sciences (exercise physiology, biomechanics & anatomy)

application of motor learning principles, leadership and self-management strategies. Application of sports sciences and principles through practical experiences, socio-cultural perspective introduced.

Course Leads to Having completed 11PES course obtaining ‘Achieved’ or better in 90967, 90965 and 90963. Not having completed 11PES course, but obtaining ‘Achieved’ or better in 90962 and 90964 in Yr11 core PE and at least 12 Level 1 Science credits and consultation with HOD leads to 12 PE Studies.

Course Costs $40 activity fee for practical aspects of the course, Total Credits





(E or I)

90965 1 Demonstrate understanding of societal influences on physical activity and the implications for self and others. Lit 4 I

90966 1 Demonstrate interpersonal skills in a group and explain how these skills impact on others. Lit 4 I

90967 1 Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe the outcomes. Lit 3 I

90963 1 Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity. Lit 5 I

90962 1 Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence own participation. 5 I


90968 1 Demonstrate, and show understanding of, responsible behaviour for safety during outdoor activities. 3 I

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INSTITUTE OF SPORT Level: 1 Entry Requirement Year 11 students are invited into this course by satisfying the following strict criteria: The student must be

seen as an elite or potentially elite sports person in their chosen field. The student must have already established good records of attendance, reliability and a positive attitude. The student must be able to demonstrate a high level of commitment and self-discipline.

Course Description This course takes place over four periods a week, two of which are before school. Students will have the opportunity to develop their skills in their own chosen sport. Students will participate in a variety of activities designed to extend them. These range from Zorb Ball to a three day hike around Lake Waikaremoana. Students will have the opportunity to work with outside agencies such as the Lab, Plus Rehab and Sport Hawke’s Bay during the course.

Course Leads to Having completed Year 11 Institute of Sport the student must be seen as an elite or potentially elite sports person in their chosen field and maintained good records of attendance, reliability, positive attitude, must be able to demonstrate a high level of commitment and self-discipline to gain entry into Year 12 Institute of Sport.

Course Costs This is an optional course and has related course cost of $100. Students not wishing to pay the associated costs should choose an alternative PE course.




16 Y Y


(E or I)


91330 2 Performa physical activity in an applied setting. 4 I

91333 2 Analyse the application of risk management strategies to a challenging outdoor activity. Lit 3 I

90967 1 Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe outcomes. Lit 3 I

90970 1 Demonstrate self-management strategies and describe the effects on participation in physical activity. Lit 3 I

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SUBJECT: SCIENCE

SCIENCE 1.1 Level: 1 Entry Requirement Completion of Year 10 Science. Course Description A more practical study of the three Science strands: Living World, Material World and Physical World.

The Nature of Science strand forms an integral part of all three strands. The course is internally assessed (in some instances, some students will have the opportunity to take on an external exam) and involves the development of scientific knowledge, practical investigative skills and research skills.

Course Leads to Year 12 Science 2.1 course. Students must gain at least 14 credits or more in the Science 1.1 course. Course Costs N/A




20 N** N


(E or I) 90930 1 Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction. Num 4 I

90946 1 Investigate the implications of the properties of metals for their use in society. 4 I

90935 1 Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a linear mathematical relationship, with direction. Num 4 I

90950 1 Investigate biological ideas relating to interactions between humans and micro-organisms. 4 I

90955 1 Investigate an astronomical or Earth science event. Lit 4 I

**May be possible in some instances.

SCIENCE 1.2 Level: 1 Entry Requirement Completion of Year 10 Science to a satisfactory level of achievement. Course Description A study of three Science strands: Living World, Material World and Physical World.

Nature of Science forms an integral part of all three strands. The course will be assessed in two internal and three external standards.

Course Leads to All year 12 Science subjects require students to obtain Achieved or better in all level 1 Achievement standards. Year 12 Chemistry requires Merit in the Science A.S 90944; Year 12 Physics requires Merit in the Science A.S 90940; Year 12 Biology requires Merit in the Science A.S 90948.

Course Costs Workbooks will be provided as a textbook, but must be returned in excellent condition at the end of the year. (Students may opt to purchase a copy if they wish to write in it.)




20 Y Y


(E or I) 90930 1 Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction. Num 4 I

90935 1 Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a linear mathematical relationship, with direction. Num 4 I

90940 1 Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics. Num 4 E 90944 1 Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases. 4 E

90948 1 Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation. Lit 4 E

IGCSE CO-ORDINATED SCIENCES Level: 1 Entry Requirement Entry is based on Year 10 performance. Course Description Cambridge IGCSE Co-ordinated Sciences (Double Award) provides a comprehensive and relevant

grounding in Biology, Chemistry & Physics, and prepares students for further scientific study at Level 2. Course Costs In 2015 the cost was $230. This was subsidised by the school by $70, so the cost paid by parents /

caregivers was $160.

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Methods of Assessment

Students are prepared for the Cambridge University IGCSE Coordinated Science Exam. The exam format for Coordinated Sciences is :

Paper 1 (45 minutes). Compulsory multiple choice paper. Overall weighting for this paper = 30%. Paper 3 (2 hours). Extended theory paper consisting of 100 marks of short-answer and structured questions. The questions will be of a difficulty appropriate to discriminate between the higher grades A* and C. This Paper will be weighted at 50% of the final total available marks. and Paper 6 (1 hour) Alternative to Practical paper. This is a written paper designed to test familiarity with laboratory based procedures. The practical assessment will be weighted at 20% of the final total available marks.

AGRICULTURE / HORTICULTURE Level: 1 Entry Requirement Study of Horticulture in Years 9 and 10 preferable (but not compulsory). Course Description A study of different horticulture topics:

• Soils • Plant propagation • Plant management practices and physiology • Livestock management practice • Pasture management practice • Practical skills

Course Leads to Year 12 Horticulture. Course Costs Workbooks will be provided as a textbook, but must be returned in excellent condition at the end of the

year. (Students may opt to purchase a copy if they wish to write in it.) Total Credits



course in Year 13 (Y or N) 21 / 32 Y Y


(E or I)

90157 1 Demonstrate practical knowledge and skills in agriculture or horticulture production. 3 I

90155 1 Demonstrate knowledge of pasture/crop management practices. Lit 4 I 90919 1 Demonstrate knowledge of soil management practices. Lit 4 E 90921 1 Demonstrate knowledge of livestock management practices. Lit 5 E 90924 1 Demonstrate knowledge of horticultural plant management. Lit 5 E

90918* 1 Carry out a practical horticultural or agricultural investigation. Num 4 I

90920* 1 Demonstrate knowledge of geographical distribution of agricultural and horticultural production in NZ. Lit 4 I

90922* 1 Design a landscape plan that reflects user requirements. 3 I *Optional Standards

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SUBJECT: HUMANITIES

ACCOUNTING and BUSINESS Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Year 10 English and Mathematics. Course Description What is Accounting?

Accounting is the language of business. An understanding of the financial world is a key skill to cope with the complexities of modern money management. This explanation doesn't help? Check out 'The Accounting Rap' link below. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j71Kmxv7smk The Year 11 course aims to: • develop students’ understanding of the role of accounting in society as a financial language for

individuals, community organisations and businesses; • enable students to apply financial knowledge and skills to practical situations; • develop student’s understanding of small businesses.

Course Leads to Level 2 Accounting. Course Costs There is a highly recommended text for this subject. Copies will be available for students to use, however,

only personal copies may be written on. If you choose to purchase your own copy, the text will cost roughly $25.




20 Y Y


(E or I) 90976 1 Demonstrate understanding of accounting concepts for small entities. Lit 3 E 90977 1 Process financial transactions for a small entity. 5 I 90978 1 Prepare financial statements for sole proprietors. 5 E 90981 1 Make a financial decision for an individual or group. Lit 3 I 90982 1 Demonstrate understanding of cash management for a small entity. Lit 4 I

ECONOMICS and BUSINESS Level: 1 Entry Requirement Satisfactory performance in Year 10 Social Sciences. Course Description What is Economics?

"Economics is a study of man in the ordinary business of life. It enquires how he gets his income and how he uses it. Thus, it is on the one side, the study of wealth and on the other and more important side, a part of the study of man." Alfred Marshall (1890) Don’t like quotes from dead people? Click on ‘YouTube link for something more up to date. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afBw6FyPf34

Students will acquire an understanding of important economic theory and how to run a business. They will do this by learning how: • consumers make decisions about the consumption of goods and services. • consumers and producers interact to create markets. • to plan and run a small business.

Course Leads to Economics and Enterprise Level 2. Course Costs There is a highly recommended text for this subject. Copies will be available for students to use, however,





20 Y Y

Standard Level Standard Description Lit/ Num Credits Ext or Int (E or I)

90842 1 Carry out and review a product-based business activity within a classroom context with direction. Lit 6 I

90988 1 Demonstrate understanding of the inter-dependence of sectors of the NZ economy. Lit 3 I

90983 1 Demonstrate understanding of consumer choices, using scarcity and/or demand. Lit 4 E

90985 1 Demonstrate understanding of producer choices using supply. Lit 3 E

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afBw6FyPf34

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90987 1 Demonstrate understanding of a government choice affected groups have different viewpoints. Lit 4 I

GEOGRAPHY Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Year 10 Social Sciences. Course Description Geography is the study of Earth's landscapes, peoples, places and environments. It is, quite simply, about

the world in which we live. One of our major topics is looking at geographic environments that have been shaped by extreme natural events such as tsunamis. Of particular focus is the 2011 Japan tsunami. We also study population concepts and patterns and look at why they are significant in different parts of the world. We also consider issues surrounding social networking in the 21st century. Other geographic learning includes important skills such as making and reading maps and graphs, research skills and exploring geographic ideas and concepts that effect people, places and the environment. Geography is unique in bridging the social sciences (human geography) with the natural sciences (physical geography). Human geography concerns the understanding of the dynamics of cultures, societies and economies, and physical geography concerns the understanding of the dynamics of physical landscapes and the environment.

Course Leads to Level 2 Geography. Course Costs There is a highly recommended text for this subject. Copies will be available for students to use, however,





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91011 1 Conduct geographic research, with direction. Num, Lit 4 I 91013 1 Describe aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale. Lit 3 I

91009 1 Demonstrate geographic understanding of the sustainable use of an environment. Lit 3 I

91007 1 Demonstrate geographic understanding of environments that have been shaped by extreme natural event(s). Lit 4 E

91010 1 Apply concepts and basic geographic skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment. Num 4 E

91014* 1 Apply spatial analysis, with direction to solve a geographic problem. 3 I

*Optional Standard

HISTORY Level: 1 Entry Requirement Satisfactory completion of Year 10 Social Science. Course Description History examines the past to understand the present. We study the following topics and go on a local field

trip: • The 1981 Springbok Tour • Who do you think you are? (Research into family history) • Causes and consequences of a historical event (you get to choose). • The Story of Us: Big picture human history over 4000 years. • Origins of World War 2 (focus German invasion of Poland, 1st September 1939).

Course Leads to Level 2 History. Course Costs N/A




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91001 1 Carry out an investigation of an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders. Lit 4 I

91002 1 Demonstrate understanding of an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders. Lit 4 I

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91004 1 Demonstrate understanding of different perspectives of people in an historical event of significance to New Zealanders. Lit 4 I

91003 1 Interpret sources of an historical event of significance to New Zealanders. Lit 4 E

91005 1 Describe the causes and consequences of an historical event. Lit 4 E

SOCIAL SCIENCE Level: 1 Entry Requirement Successful completion of Year 10 Social Science. Course Description Senior social studies is about how societies work and how people can participate in their communities as

informed, critical, active, and responsible citizens. Students will investigate how individuals, communities, and societies respond to change and how ideas about society develop over time. Students examine the causes and effects of global and national social issues. We will also run a social action. THEME: Poverty and Human Rights.

Course Leads to Level 2 Social Science. Course could lead to Level 2 Geography, History or Economics. Course Costs N/A




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91039 1 Describe how cultures change. Lit 4 E

91042 1 Report on personal involvement in a social justice and human rights action. Lit 4 I

91043 1 Describe a social justice and human rights action. Lit 4 I 91040 1 Conduct a social inquiry. Lit 4 I

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SUBJECT: TECHNOLOGY

HOME ECONOMICS Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Junior Food and Nutrition. Course Description This course is comprised of only Achievement Standards. This is not a cookery course and while there is a

practical component, students must be aware that they must pass all written parts of an assessment before their practical skills will be assessed. Students need to have a genuine interest in health and nutrition good food preparation skills and excellent time management skills. All students will have the opportunity to complete the theoretical parts of the course and may opt to bring ingredients to engage in practical cooking.

Course Leads to Level 2 Home Economics and Year 12 Hospitality and Catering. Course Costs N/A




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(E or I) 90956 1 Demonstrate knowledge of an individual's nutritional needs. 5 I

90958 1 Demonstrate understanding of how cultural practices influence eating patterns in New Zealand. Lit 5 I

90959 1 Demonstrate knowledge of practices and strategies to address food handling issues. Lit 5 I

90961 1 Demonstrate understanding of how packaging information influences an individual's food choices and well-being. Lit 4 E

HOSPITALITY and CATERING Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Junior Food and Nutrition. Course Description This course is designed to give a comprehensive learning base for students wanting to gain knowledge

about the hospitality industry or wanting to improve their career options in this area. The course comprises hospitality industry unit standards from Service IQ who write and moderate the standards. 25 credits at Level 1 are available.

Course Leads to Year 12 Hospitality and Catering which delivers cookery and food technology standards. Course Costs As this is an option subject there will be some associated costs for workbooks and ingredients. If students

do not wish to pay these costs, they should undertake to do the Home Economics course which incurs no costs. Industry workbooks are compulsory and must be purchased at the start of the course.




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(E or I)

15892 1 Demonstrate knowledge of terminology used for food and recipes in commercial cookery. 5 I

21058 1 Identify career pathways in the hospitality industry. 2 I 15900 1 Prepare and present meat in the hospitality industry. 4 I 15901 1 Prepare and present fruit and vegetables in the hospitality industry. 3 I 19700 1 Prepare and present egg and cheese dishes in the hospitality industry. 2 I 15919 1 Prepare and present hot finger food in the hospitality industry. 2 I 15920 1 Prepare and present sauce and soup in the hospitality industry. 2 I

15921 1 Prepare and cook a cake, a sponge and scones in the hospitality industry. 3 I

21059 1 Demonstrate knowledge of knife care, use, storage and carrying for the hospitality industry. 2 I

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DESIGN and VISUAL COMMUNICATION (GRAPHICS) Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Year 10 DVC or by negotiation with the HOD. There are no exams in DVC at Year 11.

A portfolio of work is sent away. Course Description If you are interested in learning how to draw, if you have ideas about working in design, architecture,

engineering, industrial design. Graphic communication is being used more and more in all areas of life. It requires no drawing skills to start with. You will get taught to draw in a variety of ways, computer graphics being one of them. Although an advantage it is not essential to have done a graphics course before. The course is based on three design assignments with associated teaching. From these assignments work is drawn for internal and external assessment.

Course Leads to Year 12 DVC. Year 12 Prerequisite: Must obtain 18 credits or better in the above standards, or by negotiation with the HOD.

Course Costs All students will be provided with the basic materials needed to complete the course. Where students are making special projects, they will be expected to pay for or bring project related materials.




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(E or I) 91066 1 Use rendering techniques to communicate the form of design ideas. 3 I 91067 1 Use the work of an influential designer to inform design ideas. 3 I 91068 1 Undertake development of design ideas through graphics practice. 6 I

91069 1 Promote an organised body of design work to an audience using visual communication techniques. Lit 4 I

91063 1 Produce freehand sketches that communicate design ideas. 3 E

91064 1 Produce instrumental, multi-view orthographic drawings that communicate technical features of design ideas. 3 E

91065 1 Produce instrumental paraline drawings to communicate design ideas. Num 3 E

TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Year 10 Technological Innovation or by negotiation with the HOD.

It is expected that students will select either the Technological Innovation course OR the Trade Skills course. Entry to both is possible but it must be negotiated with the HOD.

Course Description This course develops the students’ ability to solve problems in an innovative way and the practical skills needed to realise their solutions. Students use their talents to think a problem through in depth, record their ideas in a design folder and show a good understanding of the design process. Solutions will then be made as prototypes, which will be trialled / tested and evaluated.

Course Leads to Year 12 Technological Innovation - entry by successfully completing the Year 11 course or by negotiation with the HOD.

Course Costs All students will be provided with the basic materials needed to complete the course. Where students are making special projects, they will be expected to pay for or bring project related materials.




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91046 1 Use design ideas to produce a conceptual design for an outcome to address a brief. 6 I

91047* 1 Undertake development to make a prototype to address a brief. 6 I

91057 1 Implement basic procedures using resistant materials to make a specified product. 6 I

91049* 1 Demonstrate understanding of how materials enable technological products to function. Lit 4 E

*Optional Standards

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TRADE SKILLS Level: 1 Entry Requirement This course is best suited to students who enjoy the practical, hands-on aspects of learning.It is expected

that students will select either the Technological Innovation course OR the Trade Skills course. Entry to both is possible but it must be negotiated with the HOD.

Course Description Trade Skills covers wood practical workshop skills. All projects will be set by the teacher. This course will be assessed using a number of ITO Unit Standards that are internally assessed and moderated through an ITO provider.

Course Leads to 12 Trade Skills - entry by successfully completing the Year 11 course or by negotiation with the HOD. Course Costs All students will be provided with the basic materials needed to complete the course. Where students are

making special projects, they will be expected to pay for or bring project related materials. Total Credits





(E or I)

24352 1 Demonstrate knowledge of and apply safe working practices in the construction of a BCATS project. 2 I

24355 1 Demonstrate knowledge of construction and manufacturing materials used in BCATS projects. 4 I

24356 1 Apply elementary workshop procedures and processes for BCATS projects. 8 I

25919 1 Use hardware and fastenings for a BCATS project. 2 I 25920 1 Use joints for a BCATS project. 3 I

TEXTILES SKILLS Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance in Year 10 Textiles Skills or by negotiation with the HOD.

Students should consider the Technological Innovation course in conjunction with the Textiles Skills course. A textiles focussed outcome is possible in the Technological Innovation course. Entry to both is possible but it must be negotiated with the HOD.

Course Description This course develops the students’ ability to solve problems in an innovative way and the practical skills needed to realise their solutions in the textiles area. Students use their talents to think a problem through in depth, record their ideas in a design folder and show a good understanding of the design process. Solutions will then be made as prototypes, which will be trialled / tested and evaluated. Coverage of the course will include: • pattern adaption to fit a design • following a pattern • developing a prototype for a purpose • researching and applying design elements

Course Leads to 12 Textiles - entry by successfully completing the Year 11 course or by negotiation with the HOD. Course Costs All students will be provided with the basic materials needed to complete the course. Where students are

making special projects, they will be expected to pay for or bring project related materials. Total Credits





(E or I) 91047 1 Undertake development to make a prototype to address a brief. 6 I

91058 1 Implement basic procedures using textile materials to make a specified product. 6 I

91096 1 Make basic adaptations to a pattern to enable a design to fit a person or item. 4 I

91053 1 Demonstrate understanding of design elements. Lit 3 E

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SUBJECT: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES COMPUTER SCIENCE and PROGRAMMING (11CSC) Level: 1 Entry Requirement 10CSC is the contributing course, however, 11CSC is open to all students interested in computing

technology. Good problem solving and communication skills will also be necessary. Course Description This course covers skills and knowledge in Programming, Computer Science and Digital Infrastructure and

introduces Python computer language. Students will gain an understanding of data representation and develop basic computer programming skills to apply knowledge of data structures to produce an outcome. Students will work through the system development lifecycle including, modelling, problem-solving, coding, documenting, testing, refining, evaluating and maintenance. Students will also gain an understanding of how characters and numbers are represented in binary. A generic Technology achievement standard is also integrated into this course that involves planning an outcome.

Course Leads to Level 2 and 3 CSC courses as well as tertiary and/or industry pathways in Digital Media, Interactive Design or Computer Science. Career opportunities include web development, interactive media, 3-D graphics visualisations and/or game designer/developer, systems analyst, software engineer and programmer.

Course Costs 11CSC is a course with a low printing component. Students will be provided with a print credit. Students can purchase additional printing capacity.




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91080 1 Demonstrate understanding of the common components of basic digital infrastructures. Lit 3 I

91081 1 Implement basic procedures for servicing a personal computer system. 4 I 91076 1 Construct a basic computer program for a specified task. 3 I 91075 1 Construct a plan for a basic computer program for a specified task. 3 I

91045 1 Use planning tools to guide the technological development of an outcome to address a brief. 4 I

91074 1 Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts from computer science. Lit 3 E

DIGITAL INFORMATION and MEDIA (11DTM) Level: 1 Entry Requirement 10DTM is the contributing course, however, 11DTM is an open entry course to any student interested in

digital media and software applications. Course Description This course covers skills and knowledge in two Digital Technologies strands - digital information and digital

media. Students will develop skills in retrieving, acquiring, maintaining and integrating and presenting digital information. The study of digital information gives students knowledge and skills to enter the workforce, support everyday life or enable them to study further in the area of Information Systems. Students will also develop an original media outcome whilst learning skills in computer graphics, desktop publishing, and web design. A generic Technology achievement standard is integrated into this course that involves brief development.

Course Leads to Level 2 and 3 DTM courses as well as tertiary and/or industry pathway in Digital Media and/or Interactive Design. Career opportunities include advertising and web development.

Course Costs 11DTM is a course with a high printing component. Students will be provided with a print credit. Students can purchase additional printing capacity.




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91071 1 Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital information outcome. 4 I

91072 1 Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of digital media. Lit 3 I 91044 1 Undertake brief development to address a need or opportunity. Lit 4 I

91073 1 Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome. 4 I

91070 1 Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of information management. Lit 3 E

91053 1 Demonstrate understanding of design elements. Lit 3 E

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SUBJECT: THE ARTS

DRAMA Level: 1 Entry Requirement Preferably have completed Year 9 and Year 10 Drama. Course Description Students will apply their knowledge and understanding of drama elements, techniques and conventions in

practical performance. They will examine particular aspects of the historical development of theatre and their relevance to performance today. Students also have the opportunity to create their own theatre pieces from the choice of standards available.

Course Leads to Year 12 Drama. Year 12 Prerequisite: Completed Level 1 drama or its equivalent to a satisfactory standard. Course Costs A course booklet will be provided. Students wishing to write in their booklet have the option to purchase

at a cost of $12. Total Credits





(E or I) 90006 1 Apply drama techniques in a dramatic context. Lit 4 I 90009 1 Perform an acting role in a scripted production. Lit 5 I 90997 1 Devise and perform a drama. Lit 5 I 26689 1 Demonstrate knowledge of costume for a performance context. 3 I

26688 1 Demonstrate knowledge and techniques of make-up application for a performance context. 4 I

90011 1 Demonstrate understanding of the use of drama aspects within live performance. Lit 4 E

PERFORMANCE MUSIC Level: 1 Entry Requirement Preferably have completed Year 9 and Year 10 Music unless by negotiation with the HOD. Course Description The course is based around the study of four aspects of Music – Performance, Composition, Aural Skills and

Musical Knowledge. Students prepare solo and group performances for assessment, and are also expected to work in at least one of the school performance groups. The class has on-going aural training and students need to have solid theory skills at around Grade Three level. Students will also study set works of music which allows them to apply the academic aspects of their learning and develops their maturity as performers.

Course Leads to Year 12 Music. Year 12 Prerequisite: Completed Level 1 Music or its equivalent to a satisfactory standard. Course Costs A music work study workbook will be provided. Students wishing to write in their booklet have the option

to purchase at a cost of $12. Total Credits





(E or I) 91090 1 Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist. 6 I

91091 1 Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group. 4 I

91092* 1 Compose two original pieces of music. 6 I 91095 1 Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts. Lit 6 I 91094 1 Demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores. Lit 4 E 91093 1 Demonstrate aural and theoretical skills through transcription. 4 E

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VISUAL ART Level: 1 Entry Requirement Proven performance (over 2 terms) in Year 10 Practical Art or, by evidence of ability, or by negotiation. Course Description A study of selected Art and Artworks from Maori and European traditions. Essentially this involves

researching and encountering artworks in context, then responding to them. Next, students use this study as a point of inspiration to generate and produce artwork of their own. The major emphasis of the course remains focused upon practical artwork.

Course Leads to Successful completion of Level 1 leads onto any of the Level 2 Visual Art courses: Painting, Sculpture, Design or Photography.

Course Costs All students will be provided with the basic materials needed in order to be able to complete the course. Students who wish to use better quality equipment and paper will be able to purchase the optional equipment from school or bring their own. At the end of the year there will be a fee for the portfolio of $3 per A1 board. There is an art pack available for purchase from the school at a cost of $55 which includes pens/pencils/ paint brushes/paper/folder and paints.




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90914 1 Use drawing methods and skills for recording information using wet and dry media. 4 I

90915 1 Use drawing conventions to develop work in more than one field of practice. 6 I

90916 1 Produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a range of media. 12 E

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SUBJECT: TRANSITION AND ALTERNATIVE COURSES

STEPS (Specific Training for Employment and Participation in Society) Level: 1

Entry Requirement Closed course: Students will be invited to enrol in consultation with the Head of Department Course Description STEP courses prepare students for employment and citizenship and cover the skills needed for life-long

learning and life skills. The course provides opportunities for students to undertake tasks which are challenging, although students are still able to have help and support at these levels. The programme focuses on learning how to learn through developing the Key Competencies of the NZ Curriculum including literacy and numeracy skills.

Course Leads to NCEA Level 1 Course content Course content will be made up from a variety of the below standards and is still being developed further

Standards will be chosen depending on student interests and needs. Total Credits


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(E or I)

3503 1 Participate and communicate in a team or group to complete a routine task. 2 I

1293 1 Be interviewed in an informal one-to-one, face-to-face interview. 2 I 10790 1 Converse with others. 2 I 3501 1 Demonstrate knowledge of and apply listening techniques. 3 I 504 1 Produce a CV (curriculum vitae). 2 I

3483 1 Fill in a form. 2 I

15408 1 Describe motor vehicle safe motoring requirements and general locations of systems and components. 4 I

10792 1 Write formal personal correspondence. 3 I 1978 1 Identify and describe basic employment rights and responsibilities. 3 I

10780 2 Complete a period of work experience. 2 I 497 1 Health and Safety. 3 I

12349 2 Demonstrate knowledge of time management. 2 I 10781 2 Produce a plan for own future directions. 3 I 27108 1 Describe protocols and roles associated with powhiri 2 I

27106 1 Describe the terms connected with Whakapapa and use terms with one’s own Whakapapa

543 1 Work in a new workplace 3 I 62 2 Customer Service 3 I

90842 1 Carry out and review a product-based business activity within a classroom context with direction 6 I

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