YEAR 9 AND 10 COURSE GUIDE 2023
GIRL BOSS - BUILDING YOUR OWN BUSINESS 30
ENGLISH 8
LIFE AND FAITH 6
CREATIVE CERAMICS 23
DRAMA 26
FOOD TECHNOLOGY 28
MATERIALS AND DESIGN 38
HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN 31
NEW MEDIA ART 41
CONTENTS
ACADEMIC SKILLS 19
INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY 33
MARINE AND ANTARCTIC SCIENCE 37
MUSIC 40
MATHEMATICS 10
CORE COURSES
ELECTIVE COURSES 18
HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN 31
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 14
MATHEMATICS METHODS 39
FORENSIC SCIENCE 29
ITALIAN 35
CREATIVE WRITING 24
CLIMATE CRISIS 22
LAW AND POLITICS 36
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY 34
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) 17
THE COURSE SELECTION PROCESS 16
FITNESS AND ME 27
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES 25
INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY SERVICES (CHILDCARE FOCUS) 32
SCIENCE 12
ADVANCED MATHS 20
BSB10120 CERTIFICATE I IN WORKPLACE SKILLS 21
ELECTIVE COURSES CONTINUED
VISUAL ART AND DESIGN 47
SPORTS SCIENCE 44 STEM 45
WOMEN AND POWER 48
OUTDOOR EDUCATION 42
SOCIAL JUSTICE 43
TEXTILES AND DESIGN 46
CONTENTS 3
• English • Mathematics • Science • Humanities and Social Sciences • Career Education • Health and Physical Education • Positive Education
The following subjects are studied by all students in Year 10 at St Mary’s College. Life and Faith
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COMPULSORY COURSES
The following subjects are studied by all students in Year 9 at St Mary’s College. Life and Faith
• English • Mathematics • Science • History • Career Education • Health and Physical Education • Positive Education
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Health and Physical Education Fitness and Me 27 Outdoor Education 42 Sport Science 44
New Media Art 41
DigitalTechnologiesTechnologies 25
The DramaArts 26
Vocational Education and Training
Introduction to Hospitality RTO GYC 1129 (Year 10 only) 33
ELECTIVE COURSES BY DISCIPLINE
Music 40
ItalianLanguages 35
Marine and Antarctic Science 37 Forensic Science 29
English Creative Writing 24
Life and Faith Social Justice 43
Introduction to Community Services (Childcare Focus) RTO GYC 1129 (Year 10 only) 32
Introduction to Psychology and Sociology 34 Law and Politics 36
YearMathematics10Mathematics Methods 39
Social Justice 43 Girl Boss – Building your own business 30 Women and Power 48 Climate Crisis 22
BSB10120 Certificate I in Workplace Skills RTO GYC 1129 (Year 10 only) 21
Visual Art and Design 47 Creative Ceramics 23
Housing and Interior Design (Year 10 only) 31
STEMScience 45
Year 9 Advanced Maths 20
Materials and Design 38 Textiles and Design 46
Humanities and Social Science
Food Technology 28
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LIFE AND FAITH
as outlined in the Good News for Living curriculum (2005) via eight integrated theological elements: God, Jesus, Church, Scripture, Sacraments, Prayer, Christian Life, and Religion and Society.
This course focuses on the teachings and example of Jesus Christ and the Church
Life and Faith is a core learning area which invites students into a personal search for meaning and an exploration of the ultimate questions facing human beings, asked from the point of view of religious faith. Students will engage imaginatively, respectfully and critically with the major world religions, spiritual traditions, philosophies and worldviews, with particular emphasis on Christianity and the rich traditions and teachings of the Catholic faith.
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Students’ understanding will be further developed in the units of Prayer, Christian Ecology, Comparative Study: Buddhism, Philosophy and Ethics, and Servant Leadership. Assessment tasks include essays, research tasks, creative responses, oral presentations, reflective writing, analysing texts (including Scripture), as well as exams.
You have Courses May lead to General interest in this area Community Service Learning 2 Studies of Religion 2 or 3 Future involvement in social justice or volunteering Religion in Society 2 Studies of Religion 3 Community Service Learning 2 Future involvement in social justice or volunteering A or B in Year 10 English or Religious Education Studies of Religion 3 Community Service Learning 2 Tertiary Studies ST MARY’S COLLEGE YEAR 9 AND 10 COURSE GUIDE 20237
LIFE AND FAITH PATHWAYS
Students develop higher-order reasoning and analytical skills through the study of complex texts including a Shakespearean play, poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and film.
These texts explore themes of human experience, interpersonal relationships, and ethical dilemmas within fictional and real-world settings and represent a variety of Studentsperspectives.learnabout the effects of context, purpose, audience, text structures and language features when creating a range of imaginative, informative and persuasive texts including narratives, literary analyses, persuasive speeches and reviews.
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The English course is designed around three interrelated strands of language, literature and literacy and aims to increase the students’ knowledge, understanding and skills in listening, reading, viewing, speaking, writing and creating.
English 3 English Literature 3 English Writing 3
An interest or need for literacy skills in work and everyday life
Essential Skills: Reading and Writing 2
A in (or strong B in consultation with teachers) Year 10 Australian Curriculum English, or SA or above in English Foundations Level 2
Tertiary Studies
May lead to
Training or a job where working English skills is required
D or E in Year 10 Australian Curriculum English
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Tertiary Studies
Training or a job where working English skills is required Tertiary Studies
English Foundations 2 English Inquiry 2
English 3 English Literature 3 English Writing 3
Level 3 English is often a prerequisite for mainland university entrance.
English is not your first language
You have Courses
Training or a job where working English skills is required
C or D in Year 10 Australian Curriculum English
English Foundations 2 English Inquiry 2
University study in arts, education, media, journalism or graphic design
English as an Additional Language or Dialect 2 or 3
ENGLISH PATHWAYS
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These courses provides students with the best preparation for Mathematics Methods courses in Year 11.
The Mathematics course is designed to develop students’ understanding of mathematical concepts and processes, enabling them to pose, explore and solve problems in the content areas of: Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability.
Within these areas, the proficiency strands of understanding, fluency, problem solving and reasoning reinforce the significance of working mathematically within the content. They provide the language to build in the developmental aspects of the learning of mathematics. The achievement standards reflect the content and encompass the Whileproficiencies.allstudents cover the Australian Mathematics Curriculum, individual classes will focus on specific aspects of the course content most relevant to the students in that class. This provides the opportunity for reviewing any learning gaps from previous years for some students and
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The calculator for Mathematics in Years 11 and 12 at St Mary's College is the Casio ClassPad fx-CP400. Students studying the Mathematics Methods elective in Year 10 will also need this calculator. Assessments in senior years, both internal and external, assume that students have access to and know how to use a CAS calculator.
extension opportunities for others. This also allows students to best prepare for their Mathematics course choices in Years 11 and 12.
Calculator
Students who are considering a Mathematics Methods pathway in future years are normally expected to also select the Advanced Mathematics elective in Year 9 and the Mathematics Methods elective in Year 10.
MATHEMATICS
You have Courses May lead to An interest or need to develop mathematical skills for work or life D in Year 10 Australian Curriculum Mathematics Essential Skills - Personal 2 Training or a job where basic mathematical skills are required Essential Skills - Workplace 2 C in Year 10 Australian Curriculum BasicMathematics algebra skills General Mathematics Foundation 2 General Mathematics 3 B in Year 10 Australian Curriculum GoodMathematics algebra skills General Mathematics 3 Mathematics Methods Foundation 3 Mathematics Methods Foundation 3 Mathematics Methods 4 Mathematics Methods Foundation 3 or A in Year 10 Australian Curriculum Mathematics with some calculus Mathematics Methods 4 Mathematics Methods 4 required by some universities as a prerequisite for further Tertiary Studies in some courses (check university course guides). Mathematics Methods 4 Mathematics Specialised 4 A recommended subject for university courses in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Please see university guides for details. ST MARY’S COLLEGE YEAR 9 AND 10 COURSE GUIDE 2023
PATHWAYS 11
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Whilst all students in Years 9 and 10 are provided with opportunities to explore
the three strands of the Australian Science Curriculum of Science Understanding, Science as a Human Endeavour, and Science Inquiry Skills, the Science electives on offer provide students an opportunity to consolidate these skills in specialty areas of focus such as forensics, marine and Antarctic science, and STEM. This enables students to explore these areas of interest in depth, enhancing the perceived relevance of the subject, and allowing a more adaptive learning style and accessibility for various ability levels. Extension opportunities and review of learning gaps are provided for all Studentsstudents.
The Science course aims to help provoke an excitement about the world by giving students the opportunity to observe, think, question, and investigate. Students are encouraged to develop a responsible attitude towards their place on the planet and to treasure the living and non-living parts of the environment. They are provided with opportunities to extend their interest in Science beyond the classroom and to cultivate an environmental conscience which is enlightened and unbiased.
who are considering the study of the Level 3 or 4 Science courses, Physical Science, Biology, Environmental Science, Transdisciplinary Science, Chemistry, or Physics in Year 11 and 12, are provided with learning pathways into these subjects.
There is a continued emphasis on skills and practical processes. We integrate openended research inquiries extensively into all Science classes, allowing students to become proficient in the Scientific method by investigating authentic, real-life projects.
You have Courses
Physical Science 3 Biology Environmental3 Science and Society 3
Transdisciplinary Science 3 Environmental Science 3
Essential for Physics 4 and Chemistry 4 Tertiary Studies
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C or better in Year 10 Australian Curriculum Science and English
C or better in Year 10 Australian Curriculum Science and/or completion of Life Sciences (Level 2) Biology 3
Tertiary Studies
SA or better in Physical Sciences 3. Successful completion of a Level 3 Mathematics is also recommended Chemistry 4
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May lead to
An interest in or need to develop scientific literacy skills
SCIENCE PATHWAYS
A or B in Year 10 Australian Curriculum Mathematics, Science and English Physical Science 3
Tertiary Studies Physics 4
Transdisciplinary Science 2 Physical Science 2 Biology 2
In Geography, students investigate how the environment functions to support all life and the major challenges to sustainability for our world today. Students investigate the causes and consequences of environmental changes, as well as evaluating real and proposed strategies to manage the change. Additionally, the course focuses on human wellbeing, focusing on global, national and local differences in human wellbeing between places. Students will explore programs designed to reduce the gap between differences in wellbeing in Australia and globally.
• Understanding change and continuity when investigating the past
• Developing questions to shape inquiry
• Collecting relevant and reliable information from a range of primary and secondary sources
• Creating an argument using relevant terminology and supported by relevant
The History curriculum provides a study of the history of the modern world and Australia from 1918 to the present, with an emphasis on Australia in its global context. The 20th century was a critical period in Australia’s social, cultural, economic and political development, especially due to the impacts of World War II. The transformation of the modern world during a time of political turmoil, global conflict and international
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HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
cooperation provides a necessary context for understanding Australia’s development, its place within the Asia-Pacific region and its global standing.
Humanities and Social Sciences provides students with the skills required to be engaged, active citizens and leads to a range of pathways available in Years 11 and 12.
Skills include:
In Years 9 and 10, HASS is a core subject area where students study both Geography and History.
• Representing data using appropriate forms and drawing conclusions on the significance of this information
•evidenceProposing action in response to real world challenges, taking into account a range of factors and potential outcomes.
B or better in Year 10 Australian Curriculum Geography or History
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES PATHWAYS
First Nations Studies 3 EconomicsAccounting
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Ancient History 3 Australia in Asia and the Pacific 3 Business Studies 3 Sociology ModernGeographyPsychology3 33 History 3
Intro to Sociology and Psychology 2 Tasmanian Aboriginal Studies 2
May lead to
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ModernGeographyPsychology3 33 History 3
C or better in Year 9 or 10 HaSS or Year 10 Geography or History
History and Environment 2
Ancient History 3 Modern History 3
You have Courses
First Nations Studies 3 Sociology 3
Ancient History 3 Australia in Asia and the Pacific 3 Sociology
First Nations Studies 3 EconomicsAccounting
Legal Studies 3 Philosophy 3
Business Studies Foundation 2 Legal Studies Foundation 2
THE COURSE SELECTION PROCESS
• A few days prior to the Portal opening, each student will receive an email containing instructions on how to access the portal to record their preferences.
• If you still can’t find the email, contact Ms Forsyth on wforsyth@smc.tas.edu.au and ask for a new copy to be sent.
• Course selection will be completed online via the Web Preferences Student Portal. This portal will open on Friday 1 July and close on Friday 8 July 2022.
• Choose the 6 semester units that you would like to study in 2023.
• You will also need to select 4 reserve units in case any of your first choices are not available.
• Spend time considering the electives on offer and speak to teachers if you need advice.
• If you have not received this email by Thursday 30 June, please follow these steps:
• Check your junk mail folder
• Read the information in this Course Guide about the courses being offered to Year 9 and 10 students in 2023.
• Discuss possibilities with your parents/carers.
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• Search your inbox for 'Web Preferences Access Guide' (this is the subject of the email sent to you)
Students who choose VET courses develop skills which are directly applicable in a variety of workplaces and will participate in industry placement over the course of the year.
VET students are highly sought after by employers and qualifications are recognised nationally. They also attract significant points towards the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE).
The VET program offers practical courses, with underpinning knowledge, presented by teachers who also have training qualifications and workplace experience.
• BSB10120 Certificate I in Workplace Skills RTO GYC 1129
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) – Year 10 only
At St Mary’s College we facilitate and support VET courses with our Year 10 students in agreement with Guilford Young College (provider no.1129) as our Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Students will receive a Certificate or Statement of Attainment at the end of the year.
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Courses offered in Year 10 are:
VET courses at St Mary’s College have a one-or-two year duration. Year 10 students are given the opportunity to commence a Certificate I or II course in Year 10 and complete further units in Years 11 and 12.
• Introduction to Community Services (selected child care units) RTO GYC 1129
• Introduction to Hospitality (four selected units) RTO GYC 1129
4 ELECTIVE COURSES
The Academic Skills course is designed for students who are not yet at standard in one or more of their core subjects and who would benefit from the additional time to focus on improving their progress in the core subject.
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. Enrolment in this course is determined by the Director of Curriculum and Learning Area Leader in consultation with the student, parents/carers and teachers).
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This course is NOT a study line. Students will need to complete set-work and maintain an academic focus during the course. Continued enrolment in the program is dependent on the student using the allocated time appropriately to improve their standard in a core subject. This course will be individualised to support each student’s particular needs including skills in the following areas:
• Communication strategies
ACADEMIC SKILLS
• Literacy
• Numeracy
• Learning strategies
• Organisational strategies
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Class activities include:
(This is a full year course available only to students in Year 9. If you choose this course, you must choose it for both Semester 1 and Semester 2).
• have strong mathematical skills
In this course you will:
• Have the opportunity to consolidate and extend your mathematical knowledge and understanding of Australian Curriculum content at both the Year 9 and Year 10 level.
• Students will explore investigations and modelling to enhance their understanding of real-world mathematics. Higher level ideas associated with concepts such as measurement and infinity will also be introduced.
To be successful in this course you need to:
This course could lead to:
ADVANCED MATHS – Year 9 only
• be a positive, enthusiastic and resilient learner
• enjoy being challenged.
This course is aimed at stronger Mathematics students who are considering higher levels of Mathematics (the Mathematics Methods pathway) in senior years.
• enrolling in TASC Mathematics Methods 3 in Year 10.
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This course could lead to:
• future studies or workplace traineeships in business, tourism, retail or the health sector
• part-time or full-time work as a junior office assistant or receptionist.
• developing written communication skills
• be prepared to gain skills in using business equipment and technology
• learn and practise customer service skills
• have a positive attitude and be well organised
To be successful in this course you need to:
• acquire skills in using business equipment and resources
• applying speaking and listening skills, including using the telephone
• role play and scenarios to develop confidence
BSB10120 CERTIFICATE I IN WORKPLACE SKILLS (RTO Guilford Young College 1129) – Year 10 only
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(This is a full year course available only to students in Year 10. If you choose this course, you must choose it for both Semester 1 and Semester 2).
• have good English skills and be willing to learn how to communicate in business and office work
• have good IT skills.
In this course you will:
• participate in an induction to the workplace
• be interested in gaining broad skills in business and office work
• develop your writing and oral communication skills
• attain TCE points for units completed.
Class activities include:
• developing skills in different software packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• keeping a folio as evidence of work readiness.
• participate in work placement in a customer-focused business
• cases studies of current environmental issues and sustainable action
This course could lead to:
• Australia in Asia and the Pacific
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for one semester only.)
• investigate the climate crisis and its increasing natural disasters in Australia
• conduct an independent inquiry into the global climate crisis
• be interested in the impact of human activity on the planet and how sustainable action will shape our future
• be able to communicate well, both in written and oral work
• social action to combat the climate crisis
• have some research and analytical skills
To be successful in this course you need to:
Class activities include:
• examine effective social and environmental action for a sustainable future
In this course you will:
• Introduction to Sociology and Psychology 2
• Geography 3
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• Sociology 3
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• independent inquiry into the impact of climate change
• Psychology 3
CLIMATE CRISIS
• class discussion
CREATIVE CERAMICS
• have a wish to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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Project examples: Functional works that could include cups, bowls, platters, teapots and vessels.
Learning the technique of mould making to reproduce unique and inspirational objects. Project examples: Casting decorative objects limited only by your imagination!
Develop a series of techniques to create your own custom piece of jewellery. Project examples: Decorative works including pendants, earrings, trinket boxes and stands
Module 4: Contemporary Approaches
In this course you will:
Class activities include:
• Year 11/12 VET – Certificate II in Visual Arts
Creating functional ceramic works that express your feelings about world issues. Project examples: 3D sculptures, exploration of a variety of decorative skills and applications such as glazes, under glazes, slip, oxide and burnishing.
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• Year 12 TASC – Art Studio Practice
This course could lead to:
• UTAS Bachelor of Design, TasTAFE Certificate/Diploma
• have an interest in Ceramics as an artform
Module 1: Handbuilding
• Year 11/12 TASC – Art Making, Art Practice, Visual Art and Art Production
You will learn industrial construction methods including how to centre clay on the wheel, wedge clay, throw cups, bowls and small vessels.
Module 2: Wheel throwing
To be successful in this course you need to:
Students participate in Project Based Learning. Each Module is designed so that students gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to a driving question, problem or challenge to create works of their choice. Students will have the opportunity to attend excursions to local ceramic studios to undertake workshops and speak to real life ceramists.
• use practical ceramic projects to explore ideas surrounding the concepts of form and function
• explore projects that combine a conceptual challenge with the development of new ceramics skills
• learn the art and technology of forming, firing and glazing clay to make a wide variety of products, ranging from ceramic ware such as plates, bowls and drinking vessels, to jewellery, sculpture and decorative wall surfaces.
Module 3: Slipcasting
• peer-editing and self-editing
• share your writing with other members of the class or a wider audience
• reflect on your own writing
• build on your writing skills and expand your vocabulary
• reflecting on your own writing.
• develop your understanding of a variety of writing techniques
This course could lead to:
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Class activities include:
To be successful in this course you need to:
• enjoy experimenting with writing
• entering writing competitions
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• enjoy expressing yourself in writing
• be open to others’ responses to your writing.
• a student-initiated writing project of your choice
• enjoy reading widely or be prepared to read more widely
• Level 2 and Level 3 TASC English courses in Years 11 or 12
CREATIVE WRITING
• careers that require well-developed writing skills, e.g., journalist, editor, writer, office assistant, academic, teacher, speech writer, marketing communications specialist, travel writer and web content specialist.
In this course you will:
• develop drafting and editing skills.
• visits from authors and/or poets
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• enjoy problem solving
• plan and manage digital projects to solve real world problems
• learn how computer systems work
• digital projects to solve real-world problems
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In this course you will:
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
• Information Systems and Digital Technology 3 in Years 11 or 12
• create and edit various types of digital solutions including images, animations, sound and video
To be successful in this course you need to:
• web design using HTML and CSS
Digital Technologies is designed to allow students to develop computer skills to acquire, organise and present information. Students will understand how to apply computational thinking to problems and explore digital solutions to solve real-world problems. The areas of study are flexible so that students can choose to work on areas that are of interest to them.
• project based on the Arduino, microbit or other programmable devices
• online web design and Python competitions
• learn computer programming techniques
Class activities include:
• be able to work independently and collaboratively
• programming using Scratch, Python or other languages
• learn about the importance of how data is transmitted and secured in networks
• multimedia presentations and online presentations
A range of areas of study within Digital Technologies include (but are not limited to):
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• using the design process to produce worthwhile programs. This course could lead to:
• Computing 2 in Years 11 or 12.
• practical programming tasks
• Computer Science 3 in Years 11 or 12
• robotics.
• develop skills in time management.
• use authoring software to put together an online presentation.
• have an interest in digital technologies
• Theatre Performance 3 in Year 12
• making and presenting drama works both individually and in groups
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• viewing and appraising live theatre and personal reflection
Class activities include:
Students will have the opportunity to attend excursions to local studios to undertake workshops.
This course could lead to:
• be well organised
• be able to work as a member of an ensemble.
• achieve a C or better in Year 8 or 9 Drama
• Drama 3 in Years 11 or 12
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In this course you will:
• develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the elements of drama including voice, movement, improvisation, role play and ensemble
• expand your skills in communicating ideas and information, selecting and using technologies, planning, organising and completing activities
To be successful in this course you need to:
• development of performance styles and acting techniques
• be confident performing in front of an audience
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It is recommended for full year study but may be selected for a semester. The content in each semester is different.)
• be enthusiastic, energetic, open minded and willing to have fun
• work as an individual, with others and in teams to present polished works to an audience
• observe and critically appraise drama works.
• major production preparation and performance
• careers within the arts industry including acting, community art director, events manager, youth theatre worker, occupational arts worker, drama teacher, journalist, stage manager, etc.
• exploring the history of drama and theatre
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• analyse personal fitness data
• access school, local recreational and sporting facilities to support learning
• Athlete Development Level 2 in Year 11/12
• Design a workout
• Water fit
• be enthusiastic, energetic, open minded and willing to have fun
• designing fitness programs to promote lifelong wellbeing
To be successful in this course you need to:
• Strength and conditioning training
• improved physical, social and emotional health
• evaluate exercise benefits, types and methods
• Cardiorespiratory fitness activities
• be willing to set and work towards personal goals
• ThisPilatescourse
• be willing to challenge yourself in improving your health and skill related components of fitness
• Spin class
• Community Sport and Recreation Level 2 in Year 11/12
In this course you will:
• Personal Health and Wellbeing Level 2 in Year 11/12
• Running/walking
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Class activities include:
• Gym sessions
• Dance fit
could lead to:
• participate in, evaluate, and design fitness sessions for improving and maintaining your own physical fitness
FITNESS AND ME
In this course you will:
• work from recipes, develop alterations and design new recipes
• develop an understanding of how good food choices affect future health
• VET Hospitality, Food, Cooking and Nutrition or Food and Nutrition in Years 11 and 12
• related assignment work or investigations.
Class activities include:
• develop an understanding of many food related topics
• undertake group and individual tasks to work cooperatively.
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• demonstrate safe working practices
• develop skills in time management and resources.
• use practical lessons to develop safe food handling skills
• careers in teaching design technology (food), hospitality, bakeries, food production, food photography and nutrition.
• practical work
• use of a variety of equipment and produce to reproduce goods
This course could lead to:
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• demonstrate hygienic work practices
• enhanced skills in food handling and preparation
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To be successful in this course you need to:
• gain an understanding of the properties of the food you cook and food production processes
• develop practical skills to produce a variety of food products
To be successful in this course you need to:
• explore the study of Forensic Science, investigating many of the methods used by scientists to solve crimes.
• a pathway towards the TASC subjects Physical Sciences Foundation 2, Transdisciplinary Science 2 and 3, and Physical Sciences 3
• studying blood typing and blood splatter patterns
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(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may only be selected for one semester.)
FORENSIC SCIENCE
• studying the methods used in crime scene investigation
• learning about famous criminal cases
• learning about the history of forensic science
• have an interest in Forensic Science.
• investigating the science of fingerprinting
• analysing hand-writing patterns
• focus on hands-on activities and inquiry tasks, examining the ways in which crime scenes are investigated and conclusions are made.
• visits from guest speakers and learning from experts
• future tertiary studies or careers in pathology or forensic science.
• analysing fibres and hair left at crime scenes
Class activities include:
In this course you will:
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• various hands-on activities
• learning about DNA and DNA analysis
This course could lead to:
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• Economics 3
• have some research and analytical skills
• be interested in the management of a small business
To be successful in this course you need to:
Class activities include:
• Business 3
• be able to communicate well, both in written and oral work
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• Legal studies 2
GIRL BOSS: Building your own business
• Economics 2 – Foundation
• Australia in the Asia and the Pacific
In this course you will:
• working collaboratively
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for one semester only.)
• investigate successful female entrepreneurs
• class discussion
• Legal Studies 3
• identify the ways consumers and producers interact in the market
• developing a business plan
• develop ideas into a business product or service
• selling a product or service on Trading Day
This course could lead to:
In this course you will:
(This is a full year course available only to students in Year 10. If you choose this course, you must choose it for both Semester 1 and Semester 2).
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• sketching and architectural drawing
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• use and document the design process to generate design solutions
• pathways to architecture, interior design or urban planning, or would augment a portfolio of design-based courses.
This course could lead to:
• gain an understanding of the elements and principles of design in architecture.
To be successful in this course you need to:
• an increased appreciation of the design process
Class activities include:
HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN
– Year 10 only
• exploring functional use of space, colour, texture, shape and light within given design tasks
• produce basic architectural drawings
• Housing and Design 3 in Years 11-12
• explore housing styles
• working to set design briefs.
• understand and use architectural design principles relating to functional use of space.
• investigate housing measurements, functional, layout, space of interiors and furnishings
• SITXCOM006 Source and Present Information
• have a desire to work with children
• be co-operative and willing to work as part of a team.
• attain 8 TCE points for all units completed.
• presentations
• HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices
In this course you will:
Four seleted childcare units
• have good communication skills
• gain an induction into the childcare industry
To be successful in this course you need to:
• develop an understanding of children’s needs, development and abilities
This course could lead to:
• HLTAID009 Provide cardio pulmonary resuscitation (provision by outside provider)
• further study in Certificate II in Community Services, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or Working with Children Level 2 (TASC)
INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY SERVICES (CHILDCARE FOCUS) (RTO Guilford Young College 1129) – Year 10 only
• be willing to put theory into practice
• have a friendly, accepting and welcoming personality
• learn how to interact with children
Class activities include:
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• a career in childcare or teaching
(This is a full year course available only to students in Year 10. If you choose this course, you must choose it for both Semester 1 and Semester 2).
• working in the Junior School
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• HLTWHS001 Participate in Workplace Health and Safety
• the 4 units could contribute to Certificate II in Community Services if students choose to study this qualification in the future.
• assessment and research tasks
• SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
• be able to communicate well.
• all types of basic cookery in a commercial kitchen
• be interested in progressing your cookery skills
• acquire skills and knowledge to work in a restaurant, hotel, catering or hospitality venue
• part-time or full-time employment in hospitality venues
• Food, Cooking and Nutrition 2 in Years 11 or 12.
• SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices
Class activities include:
• have good basic mathematical skills
• participate in an induction to the hospitality industry
• further study in Certificate I or II in Hospitality
• have a background in food studies and/or cookery
INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY
• obtain a nationally recognised qualification
• understanding health, hygiene, personal and food safety standards
• SITHCCC024 Prepare and present simple dishes
(This is a full year course available only to students in Year 10. If you choose this course, you must choose it for both Semester 1 and Semester 2).
• receive a Statement of Attainment describing the units you have satisfactorily completed
(RTO Guilford Young College 1129) – Year 10 only
• food handling, storage and preparation techniques
To be successful in this course you need to:
• acquire knowledge of nutrition, health and hygiene relevant to cookery and the hospitality industry
• working in a team and practising customer service skills.
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• an apprenticeship in the hospitality industry
• attain 7 TCE points for all units completed.
In this course you will:
This course could lead to:
Four seleted units
• SITHCCC025 Prepare and present sandwiches
• presenting food attractively
• be interested in human behaviour
This course could lead to:
• a better understanding of human nature, useful for any career that involves working with people
• Introduction to Sociology and Psychology 2
• become familiar with some of the famous studies in psychology and sociology.
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
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• Sociology 3
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY
To be successful in this course you need to:
• be introduced to the disciplines of psychology and sociology through various modules such as The Brain, Forensic Psychology, Society and Culture, and Socialisation
• Psychology 3
Class activities include:
• text-based work.
• be able to communicate well, both in written and oral work.
In this course you will:
• documentaries and discussions
• investigating case studies and experiments
• extend your Italian language skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing
• gain a deeper understanding of English and improve your literacy skills.
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• enjoy the challenge of further developing your knowledge of the language and culture of Italy.
This course could lead to:
• the possibility of participating in a school tour to Italy in the year that this is offered
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
If you have not previously studied Italian, it is possible to commence your study of this course this year. You will need, however, to be motivated and organised to cover the content of the Tocourse.besuccessful
in this course you need to:
• acquire an inquisitive mind which will help you to be aware of and question accepted ideas and beliefs from another culture
In this course you will:
• gain a deeper understanding of your own culture and of yourself
• Italian 2 or Italian 3 in Years 11 or 12
Class activities include:
• understanding, speaking, reading and writing activities through cultural activities
• language activities and games
• research tasks.
ITALIAN
• have an interest in current affairs (local, national and international issues)
To be successful in this course you need to:
• group discussions and presentations
This course could lead to:
Class activities include:
• further studies in any of the following areas: journalism, social work, police force, public service, law profession, researcher, draftsperson or court administration, researcher, draftsperson or court administration.
• the structure and role of government (local, state, federal)
• global citizenship and human rights.
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• key law cases that impact on Australian society
• excursion to Parliament and the courts (Supreme Court)
• have some research and analytical skills
• Australia’s political system and comparison with other countries
• current topical legal issues such as sexual harassment and youth detention
• visiting legal professionals.
• case studies
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• be able to communicate well, both in written and oral work.
In this course you will learn about:
• have an interest in how to be an active citizen in our society (law reform and how to vote)
• Legal Studies 3, Modern History 3, Sociology 3 and Psychology 3
LAW AND POLITICS
• have an interest in issues that affect our legal system e.g., Reconciliation for Australia’s First Nation peoples and human rights
• the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia
• examine marine and Antarctic ecosystems, understanding the interactions between both aquatic plants and animals.
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This course could lead to:
• explore marine and Antarctic environments, including the biodiversity in these systems
• have an interest in biology and environmental sciences.
Class activities include:
• future tertiary studies or careers in marine science fields.
• a pathway towards the TASC subjects Biology 2, Biology 3 and Environmental Sciences 3
• guest speakers and excursions.
• independent inquiry
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
MARINE AND ANTARCTIC SCIENCE
To be successful in this course you need to:
• explore physiology of marine flora/fauna, including their specific adaptations that allow them to survive and thrive in their ecosystems.
• research the human impacts that are adversely affecting marine and Antarctic environments, such as climate change and pollution, and how we might be able to reverse these effects.
• lab-based investigations, including dissections
• field studies (e.g., coastal studies, water quality collections, and biodiversity studies of different marine environments)
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In this course you will learn about:
• problem solve
• develop practical skills using hand tools and equipment to produce worthwhile projects in a variety of materials
To be successful in this course you need to:
• using hand tools, power tools, larger wood working machines, sand blasting equipment, CNC router and vinyl cutter.
This course could lead to:
• the opportunity to undertake some units or part-units in Certificate I in VET Building and Construction, offered as an introduction to a pathway in the building and construction industry.
• enhanced skills in working with a variety of materials
Class activities include:
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(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• designing and creating your own projects in a variety of materials such as wood, leather, glass, vinyl and plastics
• produce projects in timber and other materials.
• creating set projects
• demonstrate safe working practices
• work from set drawings or produce working drawings for your own projects
• use the design process to find suitable outcomes to set your own projects
• gain an understanding of the properties of materials you use.
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MATERIALS AND DESIGN
• Senior School subjects of Design and Production (Wood)
• develop an understanding of the design process
In this course you will:
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This course is designed for students considering a Methods pathway for Mathematics in Year 11.
In this course you will study:
in this course you need to:
• circular functions
MATHEMATICS METHODS – Year 10 only
• polynomial, exponential and logarithm functions
To be able to select this course students would normally have taken the Advanced Mathematics course in Year 9. Students who have performed very strongly in Year 9 Australian Curriculum Mathematics may also be accepted to this course with approval of the Mathematics
• be a motivated and enthusiastic learner with a resilient attitude
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• be able to work independently
• linear, quadratic and cubic functions
• probability
• have a positive approach to being challenged.
• derivative calculus
The elective is taken along with Year 10 Mathematics and together they are run as a single course. The course content will mirror the TASC Mathematics Methods Foundation Level 3 course content with the intention of providing the best preparation for either Mathematics Methods Foundation 3 or Mathematics Methods 4 in Year 11. Students will not be automatically enrolled in the TASC course in Year 10 although this opportunity may be available depending on student progress.
• have strong mathematical skills
• the course encompasses in-depth use of the CAS calculator. This course normally leads to:
• Mathematics Methods 4 in Year 11.
(This is a full year course available only to students in Year 10. If you choose this course, you must choose it for both Semester 1 and Semester 2).
• Mathematics Methods Foundation 3 in Year 11; or
• develop skills in composing music for a variety of genres, e.g., film, TV, radio and class ensembles
• be enthusiastic, energetic, open minded and willing to have fun
In this course you will:
• attend local musical events as an audience member and performer.
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• be able to work independently and as a member of an ensemble.
• performing as a soloist or as part of an ensemble
• learning about live music, film music, musicals and contemporary music
• writing, performing and recording your own music
• have an interest in music and a desire to practice
• learning about different music styles, historical periods and cultures
To be successful in this course you need to:
• choose an instrument to study (singing, guitar, piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, bass guitar, violin, cello or harp – other instruments available upon request) and develop your musical and technical skills in your chosen field
• developing great insight into music through appreciation and analysis
This course could lead to:
• further study of music at senior secondary level (TASC Music level 3, Music Studies or Contemporary Music and Song Writing)
• University Connections Program - Music Performance or Composition (UTAS), Song Writing (UTAS)
• look at different music genres and styles
• have a desire to learn and perform music
• develop performance skills and music literacy
• Students will have the opportunity to attend excursions to local concerts and undertake workshops and speak to real life musicians.
Class activities include:
• careers involving music such as an instrumentalist or performer in a band/ensemble, music teacher, music therapist, film scoring, animation, audio designer, radio, record label designer, jingle creator, composer, songwriter, musicals, lyricist, event organiser, app development, recording engineer, etc.
• develop song writing skills
MUSIC
• learning about sequencing, microphones and audio mixing
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It is recommended for a full year study but may be selected for a semester. The content in each semester is different.)
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Module 1: WILD GRAPHICS
Semester 1
Conceptual intent: Learning how to take a variety of styles of photography on a digital SLR camera and how to digitally enhance your photos. Form: Digital Photography (Adobe Photoshop software) Project examples: Photo essays and series.
Project examples: Music graphics, t-shirt designs, posters, magazine covers.
Module 3: ART UNLEASHED
Form:technology.Digital Art and Media created with digital SLR cameras (Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator software).
Project examples: Vector Illustrations, digital collages, digital paintings, video art.
Module 4: FOTO-FUSION
• Year 11/12 TASC – Art Making, Art Practice, Visual Art and Art Production
Conceptual intent: Learning how to take your own photos on a digital SLR camera and creatively manipulate and apply special effects to your own photographs. Form: Photo-Media using digital SLR cameras (Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop software)
• Year 12 TASC – Art Studio Practice
NEW MEDIA ART
Class activities include:
In this course students learn to understand the power of words and images, and how they impact the way we think. They learn to create graphic designs, photography and digital art and media using industry standard software applications, including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Students begin to harness their creativity and express themselves visually using cameras, computers, digital technology and software.
Project examples: Photo montages, composites and photo-media.
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Conceptual intent: Creating graphic designs for popular and commercial products. Form: Graphic Design (Adobe Photoshop software)
Semester 2
Module 2: SNAP
Conceptual intent: Learn how to create 2D or 4D artworks using a variety of digital
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• UTAS Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Media, TasTAFE Cert/Dip
This course could lead to:
• attend all compulsory camps.
• have a reasonable level of physical fitness and have confidence in an aquatic environment
• develop skills in a variety of areas including camping, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, abseiling, rock climbing and surfing
• develop an awareness of our natural environment and an understanding of your responsibility for its care and conservation
• plan for and participate in adventure activities/camps.
• careers in the defence forces, the police force, fire department, tourism or forestry department.
Class activities include:
• develop skills required to successfully work in a team
• have a committed approach to active participation and in-class learning
• have reasonable organisational and time management skills
In this course you will:
To be successful in this course you need to:
• learn about goal setting and self-management
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• theoretical topics including first aid, navigation, weather interpretation, nutrition, planning and risk management
• problem solving and team building exercises.
• a range of outdoor recreation activities. These may include: bushwalking, mountain biking, abseiling, rock climbing, kayaking, surfing, camps (which may be over the weekend)
This course could lead to:
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
• develop knowledge, skills and understanding in a range of outdoor situations such as navigation and orienteering
• Outdoor Education 2 or Outdoor Leadership 3 in Years 11 or 12
SOCIAL JUSTICE
Class activities include:
• awareness campaigns and fundraising
• researching social issues and responses
• Religion in Society Level 2
• Studies of Religion Level 3
• planning and participating in visits to community organisations
• Sociology Level 2, Level 3
In this course you will explore:
• making connections between personal virtues and community
Keep a reflective journal which includes:
Compile a folio documenting service learning, including:
• Philosophy Level 3
• research and planning prior to service action
• written reflections that connect classroom learning with the service action
• reflective journaling.
• how to protect and enhance the needs, dignity and rights of people, the environment and animals.
• an awareness campaign
• Psychology Level 2, Level 3
• class discussions
• recorded interviews
• Introduction to Sociology and Psychology Level 2
To be successful in this course you need to:
• Working with Children
• Youth ministry
• reflections on personal growth from service experience
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
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• written case studies
• questions of justice, discrimination, institutionalized violence, power and oppression, and learn how to respond to them.
This course could lead to:
• Assessment in researching social issues and responding to stimuli
• how social, political and economic structures, systems and institutions help or hurt people’s abilities to meet their basic needs.
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SPORTS SCIENCE
• actively participate in practical classes and experiments
In this course you will:
• learn about body systems (respiratory and cardiovascular), sports injuries, coaching, children in sport, energy systems, biomechanics and games analysis.
• practical experiments and write-ups
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• Year 11-12 Sport Science 3, Biology 3, Psychology 3
To be successful in this course you need to:
• presentations and debates
Class activities include:
• science
• enjoy and have an interest in body science and physical education
• IT-based lessons.
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This course could lead to:
• interact well with others.
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• assignments and group activities
• work towards gaining an understanding of the theoretical and practical components of sport
• career pathways such as teaching physical education or outdoor education, physiotherapy, sport science, health and exercise science, nursing, sports coaching, counselling, administration in sport, personal training, sports marketing, medicine, hospital-based services, sport psychology
This course could lead to:
• future tertiary studies or careers in areas of STEM.
STEM
• be able to work independently
• participate in the Science and Engineering Challenge
• lab-based investigations including dissections
• extended independent research inquiry
• participation in local and national awards such as the Science and Engineering Challenge, STEM MAD, and CSIRO Crest Medals.
• a pathway towards the TASC Level 2 subjects Life Sciences and Level 3 Environmental Sciences and Biology.
• use a variety of laboratory techniques and equipment safely
• independently conduct an extended science investigation individually or in small groups (potentially for submission for CSIRO CREST Medals, STEM MAD, and/or BHP Billiton Science Awards)
• hands-on activities
• have an interest in scientific theory and research
In this course you will:
Class activities will be negotiated with the teacher based on the interest areas of the class, but could include:
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(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different).
• explore topics of science, engineering, technology and mathematics not covered in core classes*
• be achieving at least a C grade in Science.
To be successful in this course you need to:
• understand and use the engineering design process to refine technology and construction designs such as bridges.
Topics covered will be negotiated as a class to determine areas of interest but could include topics such as the engineering design process, structural engineering, agricultural science, electronic circuits, water sampling (chemistry and microbiology).
• guest speakers and excursions
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TEXTILES AND DESIGN
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
• develop an understanding of the design process
• use the design process to find suitable outcomes to set your own projects
• enhanced skills in working with a variety of materials
• researching on-trend ideas to reflect current design, working through the three phases of technology: designing/investigating, producing, and evaluating/analysing.
• develop practical skills using hand tools and equipment to produce projects in a variety of materials
• investigating how fashion works and is presented as an expression of personal choice
• the opportunity to undertake some units or part-units in VET design/fashion courses
In this course you will:
Class activities include:
• learning how textiles and fashion can be deconstructed, repurposed or altered to become a sustainable resource
• develop skills in construction of fibre and fabric articles
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To be successful in this course you need to:
This course could lead to:
• producing work for display
• a pathway to designer of fashion/interior design or soft furnishing making.
• researching and using visual diaries or folios to record planning, sketches, development and appraisal of ideas
• Senior School subjects of Design and Production (Textiles)
• gain an understanding of the properties of materials used.
• use a variety of techniques and equipment safely.
• developing technical skills while expressing creativity through design and productivity
• displaying ideas using a variety of media
Form: Painting and Drawing Semester 2
• tertiary study in art and careers within the field of art and design.
• learn how to develop and refine your artwork, starting from exploring the initial sources of inspiration to experimenting with a range of materials and techniques to create finished works
Form: Designed Object
Module 2: Skateboard Design - challenging the definition of art in the creation of a deck of your own.
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Module 1: Jewellery Design - creating rings and pendants using sustainable materials and industry standard silversmithing techniques.
• work within a purpose-built studio using industry standard equipment and materials
This course could lead to:
Class activities include:
• Eachthinking.Module is designed so that students gain knowledge and develop critical thinking skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to a driving question, problem or challenge.
Form: printmaking and screen printing
VISUAL ART AND DESIGN
Form: Drawing and Illustration
• visiting galleries and conducting interviews with real world artists to foster creativity and critical
• Level 2 or Level 3 Visual Art, Photography, Graphic Design and Digital Art and Media in Years 11 or 12
• developing critical and analytical skills by creating Vblogs, podcasts, and virtual exhibitions
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for either one or both semesters. The content in each semester is different.)
Module 5: Fashion Design involving designing and creating your own brand and product. There is opportunity to explore graphic design, photography and printmaking
• have a passion for visual arts and design and wish to build confidence as an artist
• be a curious and creative thinker who is willing to share your imagination
• be interested in working in collaborative teams.
Module 3: Contemporary Ceramics including wheel throwing and creating trending pieces of your
• develop strong communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts
Form:choice.3D Sculptural
In this course you will:
To be successful in this course you need to:
• the opportunity for collaboration with our Artist in Residence on works of your choice
Semester 1
• study artists and designers to develop visual literacy, conceptual depth and critical thinking skills
• improve your ability to work to deadlines and with teams.
Module 4: Street Art using airbrushes and spray paint to create artworks that effectively challenge social and political issues you care about
• examine the role and contribution of women
Class activities include:
• be able to communicate well, both in written and oral work.
• have some research and analytical skills
(This course is available to students in both Years 9 and 10. It may be selected for one semester only.)
• class discussion
• Psychology 3
WOMEN AND POWER
• be interested in the role and contributions of women in society
• investigate powerful women in our society and those who fought for power
• Modern History 3
This course could lead to:
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• Introduction to Sociology and Psychology 2
To be successful in this course you need to:
• investigate women and their relationship with power, historically and today
• Sociology 3
• Legal Studies 2 or 3
• Ancient History 3
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• cases studies of powerful women
In this course you will:
• independent inquiry into a gender issue or significant individual
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