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: mse@fdmc.school.nz

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.

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 Te Reo M Ori

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