Francis Douglas Memorial College Level One Subject Booklet

YEAR 11

NCEA LEVEL 1 SUBJECT HANDBOOK

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Please read this subject handbook carefully to inform you of your subject selections

Welcome to the Francis Douglas Memorial College 2024 Option Booklet. The Option Booklet is designed to assist parents and students make the best choices. It provides information about the courses of study available in the senior school. It also provides an overview of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA).

When they leave school, our students are entering a world where competition is fierce and the norm now is to have at least 4–5 careers over the course of one’s working life. Because of this, subject choices made at secondary school cannot be made lightly. The ideal is for students to leave school with a range of career options available to them. This only happens as a result of strategic goal setting, careful planning, focus and hard work.

Parents and caregivers, please take an active part in the students’ career planning: work through and discuss the career planning form, ask questions, use the internet, and talk to people who are knowledgeable, especially Ms Lauren O’Reilly (HOD Careers Department).

It is important for our students to plan their subject choices effectively so as to maximise their opportunities when moving into tertiary study and the workplace.

Students are advised that, in terms of having viable career opportunities beyond secondary school, NCEA Level 2 is considered a minimum qualification.

Five essential guidelines should be kept in mind when planning a programme of study in the senior school:

1. Choose a range of subjects, which will provide options in both tertiary study and career choice.

2. Choose a programme which has relevance to areas of future study for the career pathway chosen.

3. Choose a realistic programme/career path.

4. Select subjects that are of interest to you and are your best subjects.

5. The programme of study for any year must be based on a long-term plan.

WHAT WHEN

Students and caregivers will be able to access the Subject Handbook online from Week 2, Term 3

Students are given a Course Selection/Expression of Interest Form & Senior Subject Handbook in VF

Pathways Information Evening for Yr 11–12 Students

Subject Information Evening for Yr 10–12 Students

Yr 11 & 12 students and parents/caregivers attend subject selection counselling.

Link sent out Friday 11th August.

Yr 11 & 12 students must hand in their subject selection forms

Yr 10 students and parents/caregivers attend compulsory subject selection counselling.

Link sent out Friday 25th August.

Subject Counseling Interview Catchups –Year 10 and any students taking internal courses

All Year 10 forms to be handed in

Construction of the 2024 timetable begins

Term 3, Week 2

Friday, 28 July

Term 3, Week 3

Mon 31 July – Friday 4 August

Term 3, Week 4

Thursday 10th August – 5.30pm

Thursday 10th August – 6.30pm

Term 3, Weeks 6 & 7

Monday 21 – Fri 25th August

Mon 28th – Fri 1 September

(Tournament week)

Term 3, Week 8

Thursday 7th September

Term 3, Week 8

Mon 4th – Fri 8th September

Catchup – Week 9

Mon 11th – Thurs 14th September

Week 10, Monday 18th September

Term 4

PEOPLE WHO CAN HELP

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Deciding your course deserves careful thought and consultation. Make use of the resource people around the school including the contact people in this document e.g., your Deans and Teachers, Pathways staff, Heads of Department.

• L2 & 3 Accounting – Mr Mark Sewter

• Business Enterprise / Young Enterprise – Ms Pascale Joines

• Biology – Mr Josh Morris

• Careers (Gateway/Star/CPP) – Ms Lauren O’Reilly

• L1 Commerce – Mr Mark Sewter

• Digital Technologies – Mr Andy Evans / Mrs Melinda Stevenson

• L2 & 3 Economics – Mr Mark Sewter

• English – Ms Renee Woollaston

• Education for Sustainability – Mr Mark Wales / Robyn Wackrow

• Geography – Mr Mark Wales

• Food and Nutrition / Health – Mrs Lana Rowland or Mrs Sheree Asi

• L1 Health Studies – Mrs Lana Rowland

• History – Mr Martin Dravitzki

• Languages via Te Kura Correspondence School – Ms Dorothy Lacanaria

• Te Reo Māori – Matua Bailey Walsh

• All Mathematics (Maths, Maths Applications, Statistics & Calculus) – Mr Matt Casey

• L2 and 3 Media Design – Ms Pascale Joines

• Music – Mrs Lisa Stuck, Mrs Dorothy Lacanaria

• NZQA Liaison / DP Curriculum – Mrs Melinda Stevenson

• Physics – Mr Charl van der Heever

• Physical Education – Mr James Rowland

• Primary Industries and Agri Science – Mrs Aimee Watkins

• Product Design – Mr Andy Evans or Ms Briana Matthews

• Religious Studies – Mrs Anna Zsigovits-Mace

• Yr 11 Science & Yr 12 & 13 Chemistry – Mrs Colleen Severinsen

• Technology; Hard Materials – Mr Andy Evans

• Technology; Engineering – Mr Stephen Ritchie

• Visual Arts – Mrs Jane Aitken Connolly

• Year Level Deans – (Y11 - Ms Kath Curd, Y12 - Mr Jamie Reid, Y13 - Ms Lauren O’Reilly)

Students must have a career plan and check that they have selected the right subjects for their career choice(s). Some subjects are required to be able to study for specific career pathways.

Remember the following:

• All careers require Mathematics to some level and at an advanced level in a number of fields, such as the Sciences.

• English is also required at some level in all careers and at an advanced level in information based careers such as Law.

• Five Level 2 Reading and five Level 2 Writing Credits are needed to get University Entrance Literacy.

It is important that all students understand the subject level required for entry into careers of interest. When planning for a career, you can find career information from the following information sources:

• The Careers Department staff;

• Appropriate tertiary training provider booklets;

• Youth Guarantee website: www.youthguarantee.net.nz for Vocational Pathways information;

• Careers NZ website www.careers.govt.nz for all career information;

• Career Quest to assist in career selection;

• Careers Information leaflets;

• Jobs Galore manual

All careers matters can be discussed with Careers Department staff at FDMC.

NCEA LEVELS AND CERTIFICATES

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This subject handbook should be read in conjunction with the NCEA handbook issued to all senior students each year. This contains all the information you need to know in preparation for achieving NCEA at each level.

There are three levels of NCEA certification, depending on the difficulty of the standards achieved. At each level, students must achieve a certain number of credits to gain an NCEA certificate. Credits can be gained over more than one year.

NCEA LEVEL REQUIREMENTS

Level 1 60 credits are required at any level (level 1, 2, or 3).

20 Level 1 literacy and numeracy credits (10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits).

Level 2 60 credits at level 2 or above.

The Level 1 literacy and numeracy requirements must also be met.

Level 3 60 credits at level 3 or above.

The Level 1 literacy and numeracy requirements must also be met.

Credits gained at one level can be used for (or count towards) more than one certificate. They may also be used towards other qualifications.

YEAR 11 SUBJECT SELECTION

All Year 11 subjects can be chosen, there are no prerequisites. This means you do not need to have taken the subject in Year 10. Once you have checked these entry requirements in this booklet make sure your course:

• is a broad one, allowing future flexibility;

• suits your possible career needs; and

• will interest you, and, therefore, help you succeed.

NUMBER OF SUBJECTS

When selecting your course for NCEA Level One consider the following points:

• You are to choose five (5) subjects. (Religious Studies is compulsory).

• All students are required to take an English subject.

• All students are required to take a Mathematics subject.

• All students are required to take a Science subject.

• In addition to English, Mathematics, Science and Religious Studies, TWO other subjects are to be selected plus two backup subjects.

• Choose subjects that are appropriate to you. Also, think ahead to Year 12 and be careful not to limit your options in the years to come.

• Make sure that you are clear about the subjects you want and list your three options (two options and a back-up) in order of importance to you. There is only a brief window of opportunity to change your subjects in the first three weeks of Term 1.

• The subject description will give you a brief introduction as to what the subject is about and what you might study.

• In most cases, the subjects you choose will be at Level 1. Study at any other level must be discussed with the Head of Department, Teacher in Charge, and/or your Dean. Carefully check the flow charts for each subject to ensure they offer the path you need. Also, read the subject information carefully for guidance.

• We do our best to give students every opportunity to study the subjects they prefer. If there is any reason why the subjects you have chosen are unsuitable or unavailable, you will be notified as soon as possible.

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Religious Studies is compulsory. Tick the subjects you wish to take.

LEARNING AREA YEAR 11

YEAR 12

YEAR 13

RELIGIOUS STUDIES RST RST RST

ENGLISH English English English

LANGUAGES Te Reo Māori

Offered via Te Kura: French German

Japanese Samoan

Spanish

Te Reo Māori

Offered via Te Kura: French

German

Japanese Samoan

Spanish

Te Reo Māori

Offered via Te Kura: French

German

Japanese Samoan

Spanish

MATHEMATICS

Mathematics Applications

Mathematics

Mathematics Applications

Mathematics

Mathematics Applications

Mathematics with Calculus

Mathematics with Statistics

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH

PRIMARY INDUSTRIES

Health Studies

Physical Education Studies

Agri Science

Food & Nutrition / Health

Physical Education Studies

Food & Nutrition

Health

Physical Education Studies

Primary Industries

Primary Industries

Trade Academy

SCIENCE Science

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Commerce

Education for Sustainability

Geography

History

TECHNOLOGY

Digital Technologies

Product Design

Technology – Engineering

Technology – Wood

THE ARTS Music

Visual Art

CAREERS & PATHWAYS

Trade Academy Agri Science

Primary Industries

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Accounting

Business Enterprise (YES)

Economics

Education for Sustainability

Geography

History

Media Design

Digital Technologies

Product Design

Technology – Engineering

Technology – Wood

Music

Painting

Photography

• Gateway

• STAR

• Trades Academy

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Accounting

Business Enterprise (YES)

Economics

Education for Sustainability

Geography

History

Media Design

Digital Technologies

Product Design

Technology – Wood

Design

Music

Painting

Photography

• Careers Pathway Prog.

• EE2E

• Gateway

• STAR

• Trades Academy

SUBJECT SELECTION FORM

Subject Selection Guide:

• Using the subject/pathways table on the previous page, select subjects by ticking those you wish to study in 2024.

• Use the table below to write down the subjects you wish to take, along with two backup subjects.

• All students MUST study Religious Studies.

• Year 11 students will study English, a Science (Science or Agri Science), and a Mathematics (Mathematics or Mathematics Applications) subject at Level 1. Two additional subjects should be selected, plus two backup subjects.

• In Years 12 and 13, students must choose five (5) subjects.

Please Note:

Subjects are dependent on student numbers. A careful selection of subjects means finding out about the pathways that link your subject selection with your future goals.

Subject Selection Form

STUDENT NAME: YR LEVEL 2024:

Subject 1 Religious Studies

Subject 2 A Maths:

Subject 3 A Science:

Subject 4 English:

Subject 5

Subject 6

Backup Subject 1

Backup Subject 2

YEAR 11 COURSES 2024

Faith, Service, Community, Excellence

Description:

This course is designed for students who wish to gain understanding and skill in primary production. Students will have a natural curiosity about science, practical work, and the outdoors. It covers practical skills, the environment, and primary production in New Zealand. With a particular focus on primary production and in Taranaki.

Leads to: Y12 Biology and Chemistry.

Description:

Commerce has an impact on everyone. The same pressures that impact the components of the economy are felt by employees, company owners, contractors, and the government. The prosperity of this sector is essential to the health of our society as a whole. The topics in Economics explore why those forces exist and how they impact us. This course covers the fundamental economic concepts of supply and demand as well as financial viability utilising accounting concepts.

mse@fdmc.school.nz

Leads to: Level 2 Accounting, Economics, or Business Enterprise (YES).

L1 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

Description:

Digital Technologies focuses on building student capability to apply technological ideas within a digital environment. As they study, students will develop computational thinking skills and the ability to design and develop digital outcomes. They will also learn how computers represent and process data — the fundamental material of the subject. Students will develop an understanding of how data can be organised and the ethical issues surrounding its use. They will learn about the digital design and development processes used to create, test, and evaluate digital outcomes. Students will practise manaakitanga as they learn to prioritise users in the outcomes they develop, and understand how Digital Technologies outcomes impact on the people who use them.

Leads to: Level 2 Digital Technologies, tertiary study, or a career in Mechatronics, Engineering, IT, Design, or Web Design.

L2 EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Description:

This Level 2 course is offered to students as an extension programme in Year 11. Students have the potential to achieve NCEA Level 2 credits. The achievement standards are taken from the Education for Sustainability curriculum and focus on future issues and solutions.

Leads

Description:

This is a full NCEA Level 1 course that develops the student’s oral, written, and visual language skills. Subjects studied include creative and formal writing, language, visual and oral language skills, how language is used in a range of contexts, and literature (novel, film, short story, poetry, etc.).

Ms Renée Woollaston rwo@fdmc.school.nz

Leads to:

Further studies in English and Literature at Levels 2 and 3.

Description:

Ignite your passion for Geography and open your eyes to the dynamic forces shaping our world. This captivating course takes you on an exploration of geographic challenge and change, both in the magnificent landscapes of Aotearoa and across the globe. Uncover the unique and diverse global biomes that exist and how climate change is impacting these fragile ecosystems. Explore the unique characteristics that have been shaped by natural processes on Taranaki Maunga and in Te Papakura National Park (Mt Egmont National Park). Investigate population dynamics, from megacities to local patterns in Ngamotu, unraveling the intricate threads that have woven our local community together. Delve into the issue of rising sea levels and coastal inundation, as you examine the decisions made by individuals and communities in both Aotearoa and the Pacific to adapt and thrive in the face of these challenges.

Mr Mark Wales mwal@fdmc.school.nz

Leads to:

Level 2 Geography.

L1 HEALTH STUDIES

Description:

This course covers a range of issues present in society. It focuses on Hauora (sense of well-being) and will complement students’ other areas of study at Level 1. Students will explore and learn the practical aspects of cooking and will draw on knowledge gained through Years 9 and 10 Health and Food.

Leads to: Level 2 Home Economics/Health.

L1 HISTORY

Description:

This course aims to provide students with a grounding in how historians see the past and how they go about researching and using historical sources. A key theme is the development of students’ ability to think critically about significant historical events. The History programme at FDMC looks to place equal emphasis on local, national and international histories. The main topics at this level are: migration to New Zealand in the 1870s; the Gallipolli Campaign and our local heroes; the clash of perspectives that lead to the American Civil War; and the significant impact of the 1918 Influenza Epidemic.

Leads to: Level 2 History.

L1 MATHEMATICS

Description:

This course has a strong emphasis on algebra and graphing. It will equip students with a variety of strategies for investigating and solving problems in real life situations. Topics covered include Number, Measurement, Geometry, Algebra, Graphs, Statistics, and Probability.

HoD Approval Yes Mr Matt Casey mca@fdmc.school.nz

Leads to:

Mathematics at Level 2 and beyond.

Scientific Calculator (Approx. $30)

L1 MATHEMATICS APPLICATIONS

Description:

This course is all internally assessed and aims to develop students’ ability to use mathematics in a range of everyday situations, with an emphasis on practical mathematics and statistical literacy. Topics covered include Number, Measurement, Statistics, and Geometry. This course leads to Level 2 Mathematics Applications (and Statistics) only.

HoD Approval No Mr Matt Casey mca@fdmc.school.nz

Leads to:

Scientific Calculator (Approx. $30)

This course will lead to studying Level 2 Mathematics Applications (with Statistics) ONLY.

L1 MUSIC

Description:

In this course students will build confidence by bringing their own experiences and cultures to their music making. They need to possess some prior music skills, and be having lessons on their instrument of choice. Course content includes the development of individual performance skills, group performances, composition, and acquiring a wide range of musical knowledge. There is an expectation that Music students will become actively involved in the musical life of the College e.g., choir, Rockquest bands, Chamber Music groups, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and be prepared to perform and accompany College events. Entry Requirements

Teacher Approval Yes Mrs Lisa Stuck lst@fdmc.school.nz

Leads to: Level 2 Music.

L1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Description:

This course is designed for students who want to develop their understanding of human movement and athletic performance. There is a strong academic base for this course, which does include a lot of practical work as you explore a range of physical activities and sports.

HoD Approval Yes Mr James Rowland jro@fdmc.school.nz $150 field trip

Leads to: Level 2 Physical Education.

L1 PRIMARY INDUSTRIES TRADE ACADEMY

Description:

This is the first year of a two year industry based programme designed specifically as a pathway within the primary industry sectors. Unit standards obtained during this course can be credited towards NCEA Level 1 & 2, as well as the Primary Industry Level 2 New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills. This course enables students to see, touch and feel what the Primary Industries are all about in NZ, through field trips, practical work and units of learning. Entry

Leads to:

Y12 Primary Industries Course.

L1 PRODUCT DESIGN

Description:

The course is designed to allow students to identify their own area of interest within technology and design and /or pursue a pathway in product design with guidance from their teacher. The course enables students to use a wide range of materials and equipment, such as 3D printing, laser cutting, and CAD, as well as more traditional design skills.

HoD Approval Yes

Mr Andy Evans aev@fdmc.school.nz

*Students select from a range compulsory & optional standards.

Leads to:

Level 2 Product Design.

$50.00

L1 RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Description:

The course covers a range of topics, including Narrative, Ethics, Community Development and Characteristics. The students are able to gain knowledge and understanding of Catholic Character and Gospel Values through these topics.

N/A Yes

Leads to:

Mrs Anna Zsigovits-Mace azs@fdmc.chool.nz N/A

Level 2 and Level 3 Religious Studies. Good preparation for degrees in Theology, Arts, Humanities, Psychology or Education.

L1 SCIENCE

Description:

Year 11 Science comprises the study of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Issues in Science are very topical, and the Level 1 Science course involves an interesting mix of theoretical and practical work. Level 1 Science is a prerequisite for further study in Biology, Chemistry and Physics in Years 12 and 13.

N/A Yes

Leads to:

Mrs Colleen Severinsen cse@fdmc.school.nz Workbook (Approx. $30)

Entry into Level 2 Chemistry, Biology and Physics courses.

Description:

Skills learned include safety; sketching and drawing; research, design, and problem solving; selecting and using fastening methods; testing, evaluating, and modifying; MIG and arc welding; selecting and using hand tools; using engineering lathes and an introduction to milling machine skills. All standards will be assessed holistically.

Leads to: Level 2 Technology – Engineering.

Description:

The course covers a wide range of design and woodworking skills and knowledge that will be practised and then applied to up to two projects. Students pick up technical, hands-on skills as well as planning, design, time management, problem solving, research, and evaluation skills. This course offers BCATS unit standards.

Leads to: Level 2 Technology – Wood.

L1 TECHNOLOGY WOOD

L1 TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING

L1 TE REO MĀORI

Description:

Tauira will develop their language skills: Kōrero/Speaking, Pānui/Reading and Tuhituhi/Writing and Whakarongo/Listening to a level where they are able to communicate effectively and accurately in a range of situations. The language is taught alongside the teachings of traditional protocols and customs such as Karakia and Waiata. Topics covered in this course include: Kei te Kainga, Te Ao Taiohi, Kei te Marae and Kei te Kura. Entry Requirements

Year 10 Te Reo Māori or Equivalent Yes

Leads to:

Level 2 Māori Te Reo, Kaiako Te Reo, Social Work.

L1 VISUAL ART

Description:

Mrs Dorothy Lacanaria dla@fdmc.school.nz

Visual Arts students explore, refine, and communicate their own artistic ideas by responding to how art expresses identity, culture, ethnicity, ideas, feelings, moods, beliefs, political viewpoints, and personal perspectives. This NCEA course assists students in developing their creative imagination, personal techniques using a range of media, and critical faculty. Entry

HoD Approval Yes

Leads to:

Level 2 Painting, Level 2 Photography.

Mrs Jane Aitken Connolly jac@fdmc.school.nz $50.00