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HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE

CURRICULUM BOOKLET PRELIMINARY YEAR 2015

HSC YEAR 2016

Lumen Christi Preliminary/HSC Curriculum Information Handbook 2015-2016 3

CONTENTS SECTION ONE: HSC INFORMATION Introduction General Information about the HSC HSC Requirements Matriculation/Non-Matriculation ATAR Requirements Explanation of Units Types of Courses Offered Pathways Summary of Courses Offered HSC Course Selection Notes Assessment and Reporting Procedures Choosing Your Courses of Study Glossary

SECTION TWO: COURSE OUTLINES English Studies English (Standard) English (Advanced) English Extension Courses (Preliminary and HSC) STUDIES OF RELIGION Studies of Religion I Studies of Religion I I Catholic Studies (HSC) SCIENCES Biology Chemistry Physics Senior Science Agriculture HSIE Aboriginal Studies Ancient History Modern History History Extension (HSC) Business Studies Economics Geography Legal Studies


MATHEMATICS General Mathematics 1 General Mathematics 2 Mathematics (Advanced) Mathematics Extension 1 (Preliminary and HSC) Mathematics Extension 2 (HSC) TAS Food Technology Industrial Technology Textiles and Design CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS Drama Music 1 Music 2 Visual Arts Photography, Video and Digital Imaging PD/HEALTH/PE Personal Development/Health/Physical Education Sport Lifestyle and Recreation Studies LOTE German Beginners TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY Hospitality (VET) (Category B) CONSTRUCTION Construction (VET) (Category B) Information Technology (Category B) TVET Offline Courses via Distance Education NOTES


Introduction This Curriculum Information Handbook presents the basic outlines for eligibility for the NSW Higher School Certificate as mandated by the Board of Studies, and information relating to courses being offered at Lumen Christi. It needs to be read in conjunction with the following documents:

1. Studying for the New South Wales Higher School Certificate – An Information Booklet for Year 10 Students (Board of Studies)

2. Individual syllabuses for each course you elect to study – these are available to you online at: www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/index.html

3. Lumen Christi Assessment Booklet, Preliminary Year 2015 and HSC Year 2016

http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/index.html


General Information about the HSC

The Higher School Certificate (HSC) recognises 13 years of schooling.

Courses selected can be linked to further education and training: o Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses can be counted

towards the HSC and also lead to qualifications recognised across a range of industries; and

o Extension courses enable students to undertake more in-depth study in areas of special interest.

For each course studied, students receive easy-to-understand reports that provide detailed and clear indications of what has been demonstrated and understood.

If a student meets the minimum standard expected in a course, he/she will receive a mark of 50. A higher standard of performance results in a higher mark being awarded.

The Higher School Certificate testamur is awarded to students who have fulfilled all eligibility requirements.

The Higher School Certificate Record of Achievement is issued to students who have satisfactorily completed any Preliminary and/or HSC course.


HSC Requirements To be awarded the HSC you must:

Gained the Record of School Achievement. (RoSA)

Have satisfactorily completed courses that meet the pattern of study required by the Board of Studies for the award of the Higher School Certificate. This includes the completion of the practical, oral or project works required for specific courses and the assessment requirements for each course.

Have sat for and made a serious attempt at the Higher School Certificate examinations.

Study a minimum of 12 units in the Preliminary Course and a minimum of 10 units in the HSC Course.

Include the following in both the Preliminary Course and the HSC Course: o at least 6 units from Board Developed Courses including at least 2 units of

a Board Developed Course in English; o at least three courses of 2 units value or greater; o at least four subjects; and o no more than 6 units of Science courses can contribute to your HSC

eligibility.

Matriculation and Non-Matriculation

MATRICULATION is the process whereby students fulfil specific requirements in their HSC pattern of study to be considered for university entrance (see ATAR requirements on page 7). Students who do not need to matriculate for their preferred post-school studies or career path do not need to fulfil the requirements for an ATAR. These students only need to refer to the HSC Requirements (as above) in selecting their pattern of study.


ATAR Requirements *This is ONLY for students wishing to MATRICULATE.

ATAR stands for Australian Tertiary Admission Rank.

This is a ranking system calculated by the University Admissions Centre (UAC). It is not a simple addition of the marks recorded on your HSC and your ATAR is not printed on your HSC.

The ATAR is a figure between 0 and 99.5, and it is expressed in steps of 0.05. An ATAR rank of 75.00 indicates that a student has achieved a higher level than 75% of students sitting for the HSC in the same year. To be eligible for an ATAR you must:

o complete at least 10 units of Board Developed courses including at least 2 units of English (Standard or Advanced); and

o ensure that your Board Developed courses include at least three courses of 2 units or greater, and at least four subjects.

The ATAR is calculated according to the following rules:

o students are ranked according to their performance in their best 10 scaled units;

o the 2 best units of English (Standard or Advanced) are included; o only 2 units of Category B (see below) subjects can be included; and o Board and Content Endorsed courses may not be included.

The ATAR may include units accumulated by a candidate over a total time span of five years (see also Pathways section). Subject: is the name of an area of study, e.g. English. Course: is the branch of study within a subject, e.g. English Standard, English Advanced, English Extension 1 etc. Category B Courses (only one maybe counted for the ATAR) These are all 240 hour, 2unit courses.

Accounting*

Business Services – Administration^

Construction^

Information Technology^

Hospitality^

Metal and Engineering^

Primary Industries^

Retail Operations^

Tourism*^ * Board Developed course delivered by TAFE. ^ Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses. These have an optional written examination that must be undertaken if students wish their results to be available for inclusion in their ATAR.


Explanation of Units All courses offered for the Higher School Certificate have a unit value. Subjects may have a value of 1 or 2 units. Most courses are 2 units. Each unit involves class time of approximately 2 hours per week, which is equivalent to 60 hours per year. In the HSC, each unit has a value of 50 marks. Hence a 2 unit course has a value of 100 marks. The following is a guideline to help you understand the pattern of courses.

2 Unit Course o This is the basic structure for all courses. It has a value of 100 marks.

Extension Course o Extension study is available in a number of subjects. o Extension courses build on the content of the 2 unit

course and carry an additional value of 1 unit, requiring students to work beyond the standard of the 2 unit course. Extension courses are available in English, Mathematics, History, Music, some Languages and VET.

o English and Mathematics extension courses are available at Preliminary and HSC levels. Students must study the Preliminary extension course in these subjects before proceeding to the two HSC extension courses (Extension 1 and Extension 2). The Extension 2 course requires students to work beyond the standard of the Extension 1 course.

o HSC extension courses in subjects other than English and Mathematics are offered and examined in Year 12 only.

1 Unit Course o It has a value of 50 marks. o Studies of Religion can be undertaken as either a 1 unit

or a 2 unit course. o There are a number of 1 unit Board Endorsed Courses.

These courses do not count towards the ATAR.


Types of Courses Offered

There are two main types of course available to you. 1. Board Developed Courses (may be used for an ATAR) These are courses developed by the Board of Studies. There is a syllabus for each course, which contains:

The course objectives, structure, content and outcomes;

Specific course requirements;

Assessment requirements;

Sample examination papers and marking guidelines; and

The performance scale (except for VET courses – see below). 2. Board & Content Endorsed Courses (may not be used for an ATAR)

There are three types of Courses in this category: o Content Endorsed courses (CEC’s) have syllabuses endorsed by the

Board of Studies to cater for areas of special interest not covered in the Board Developed courses;

o Board Endorsed courses designed to meet students’ needs; and o University Developed courses.

Some Board Endorsed Courses are one-year courses.

There is no external examination for any Content Endorsed Course or School Designed Course, but all Board Endorsed Courses count towards the Higher School Certificate and appear on your Record of Achievement.

Board Endorsed Courses do not count in the calculation of the ATAR.

All Content Endorsed Courses may be studied as 1 or 2 units and as Preliminary and/or HSC courses.

Vocational Education and Training (VET) Courses

Vocational Education and Training Courses are offered as part of the HSC.

They enable students to study courses that are relevant to industry needs and have clear links to post-school destinations.

These courses allow students to gain both HSC qualifications and accreditation with industry and the workplace as part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). The national framework is recognised across Australia and helps students to move easily between the various education and training sectors and employment.

These courses each have a specific workplace component and a minimum number of hours students should spend in the workplace or a simulated workplace at school.

Students receive special documentation showing the competencies gained.

Some of these courses are delivered by schools, and others are delivered by TAFE or other providers.

The Board of Studies has developed curriculum frameworks for nine industries: o Business Services o Construction o Entertainment Industry o Hospitality


o Information Technology o Metal and Engineering o Primary Industries o Retail o Tourism.

There are several courses within each framework.

VET courses can be 120 hours or 240 hours of study.

For the 240 hour courses, there is an optional written HSC examination. Students who opt to sit for this examination may have their result for the VET course included in the calculation of their ATAR.

TAFE Delivered VET in Schools

These courses are specially designed and selected for the career and educational opportunities they provide. The specific courses offered to students depend on their career interests, the resources available at individual schools and campuses of TAFE on school and campus timetables.

Students who successfully complete one of these courses are entitled to two credentials – one from the NSW Board of Studies and one from TAFE.

Classes are conducted over one or two years and classes are usually held on TAFE campuses, generally during school hours. Students attend classes under the same course and exam conditions set for all other TAFE students.

Pathways

This scheme provides alternative PATHWAYS for attaining the HSC. The Preliminary course can be studied on a part-time basis. The HSC Course can be completed over a period of 5 years. Results for completed HSC courses are accumulated. Students may repeat courses already studied, however only the most recent

result for a repeated course can be counted towards the ATAR. All course attempt including repeated courses will be shown on the Record of

Achievement. Credit transfer (towards counted HSC units) is possible for courses studied in

other educational institutions such as TAFE. Acceleration is possible for students who have completed a course of study at the

highest level ahead of their year group (such students, for example, may undertake University/TAFE courses or additional HSC units).

Part-time traineeships can be undertaken at the same time as a student’s HSC studies.


Summary of Courses Offered 1. Preliminary and HSC 1unit/2unit Board Developed Courses

Subject Preliminary/HSC 2 unit Courses

Preliminary Additional/ Extension 1 unit Courses

HSC Extension 1 unit Courses

Aboriginal Studies Aboriginal Studies

Agriculture Agriculture Ancient History Ancient History HSC History

Extension Biology Biology Business Studies Business Studies Chemistry Chemistry Construction (VET) Construction Drama Drama English One of these only:

English Standard English

Advanced

Preliminary

English Extension 1

HSC English

Extension 1 HSC English

Extension 2 Economics Economics Food Technology Food Technology Geography Geography Hospitality (VET) Hospitality Industrial Technology

Industrial Technology: Wood

Information Technology (VET)

Information Technology

German German Beginners

Legal Studies Legal Studies Mathematics One of these only:

General

Mathematics 1 (non ATAR – Yr 12 only)

General Mathematics 2

Mathematics

Preliminary

Mathematics Extension 1

HSC

Mathematics Extension 1

HSC Mathematics Extension 2


Subject Preliminary/HSC 2 unit Courses

Preliminary Additional/ Extension 1 unit Courses

HSC Extension 1 unit Courses

Modern History

Modern History HSC History Extension

Music Music 1 Music 2

PD/H/PE PD/Health/PE Physics Physics Senior Science Senior Science Studies of Religion Studies of

Religion I (1 unit) Studies of

Religion II (2 units)

Visual Arts Visual Arts 2. Preliminary and HSC 1unit/2unit Non ATAR Courses

Subject Units Content Endorsed 1 unit/2 unit Courses

Board Endorsed 1unit/2 unit Courses

English 2 English Studies Religion 1 Catholic Studies Sport Lifestyle and Recreation Studies

2 Sport Lifestyle and Recreation Studies (Year 11 only)

Photographic & Digital Imaging

1 Photographic & Digital Imaging

General Mathematics

2 General Mathematics 1 (HSC only)


HSC Course Selection Notes

a) English Studies is a non-ATAR course, and does not have an HSC examination. If students choose English Studies in Year 11, they must continue with the subject through Year 12.

b) English Extension 1: may only be chosen as an HSC subject if it was completed as a Preliminary subject.

c) English Extension 2: may only be taken as an HSC subject and must be studied in conjunction with English Extension 1.

d) History Extension: there is only ONE course. It can be studied in conjunction with either Modern or Ancient History courses.

e) Music: you must study Music 2 in both your Preliminary and HSC years if you wish to study Music Extension.

f) Studies of Religion: you may only study Studies of Religion I or II, not both.

g) Science: (i) You may not include any more than 6 units of the following Science courses in

your 12 Preliminary OR 10 HSC units: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Environmental Science.

(ii) Senior Science may not be studied with any of the above Science subjects in the Preliminary.

(iii) If you have studied one or more Preliminary Course in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Earth and Environmental Science, you may elect to then take the Senior Science HSC Course instead of continuing your Preliminary Science Course/s.

(iv) If you have studied one or more Preliminary Course in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Earth and Environmental Science, you may elect to then take the Senior Science HSC Course in addition to continuing your Preliminary Science Course/s as long as you do not study any more than 6 units of Science in the HSC Year.

h) Several subjects require students to develop a major project for internal and/or external assessment, in the HSC year of their course, for example Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Industrial Technology. Projects developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in full or in part for assessment in ANY other subject.

i) Industrial Technology: (i) Students studying Industrial Technology (Metal and Engineering Industries) are

not permitted to study courses relating to the Metal and Engineering Industry Framework.

(ii) Students studying Industrial Technology (Electronics Industries) are not permitted to study TAFE delivered Electronics Technology 2 unit. (iii) Students studying Industrial Technology (Graphics Industries) are not permitted to study units of competency within the Drawing, Drafting and Design pathway of the Metal and Engineering Curriculum Framework.

j) Students may not undertake the same or equivalent unit of competency/VET module in more than one VET course.

k) You may only present for ONE of the following languages: Croatian, Macedonian, Serbian, Slovenian.

l) You may not study both Indonesian and Malay. m) Works developed for assessment in CEC Ceramics are not to be used either in full

or in part for assessment in any other subject.


Assessment and Reporting Procedures

Teachers have a syllabus package for each separate course being taught.

Each package includes the syllabus content which teachers use to develop teaching programs, examination specifications, sample examination papers, sample marking guidelines and a performance scale.

The syllabuses, together with assessment and examination information and a performance scale used to describe your level of achievement, give a very clear indication of the standards that you are required to attain.

School based assessment tasks will contribute to 50% of your HSC mark. Your school assessment mark will be based on your performance in assessment tasks you have undertaken during the course.

The other 50% of your HSC mark will come from your HSC examination for the course.

The HSC mark for 2 unit courses is reported on a scale of 0 to 100.

A mark of 50 represents the minimum standard expected. If you achieve the minimum standard expected in a course you will receive a mark of 50.

There are five performance bands above 50 that correspond to different levels of achievement in knowledge, skills and understanding. The band from 90 to 100 indicates the highest level of achievement.

On satisfactory completion of your HSC you will receive a portfolio containing: o The HSC Testamur (this is the official certificate and confirms that you

have achieved all the requirements for the award), o The Record of Achievement (a separate document listing all the course

you studied and reporting on the marks and bands you have achieved); and

o Course Reports (for every HSC Board Developed Course you studied you will receive a Course Report showing your marks, the performance scale and the band descriptions for that course. There is also a graph showing the statewide distribution of marks in the course).


Choosing Your Courses of Study Here are a few guidelines to use when you are considering courses for your Preliminary and HSC patterns:

You will enjoy and excel in

your HSC studies if you are

What

subjects do

I enjoy?

What subjects am I good at?

If you don’t need

an ATAR, consider

carefully which

courses may be of

benefit to you for

your post-school

path.

Do you

need a

ATAR?

Tertiary studies at a range of institutions

(not just universities) have prerequisite HSC

courses – check the requirements for

tertiary studies that you intend to pursue. For example, a common

prerequisite for courses is 2 unit Mathematics.

Make your choices

independently of your friends and of subject

teachers.


Glossary Course A level of study available within a subject.

Matriculation The right of entry to a university as determined by the particular entrance

requirements of that institution. Pathways The opportunity to complete the HSC over 5 years . Subject An area of study within which several courses may be available. Syllabus A set of Aims, Objectives, Outcomes and Assessment guidelines to be

adhered to in the study of a course. UAC University Admissions Centre ATAR Australian Tertiary Admission Rank VET Vocational Education and Training

Resources/Links NSW Board of Studies

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

FAQ’s about the ‘New’ HSC (BOS website document)

http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/archives/stfreview/stf_16.html

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

http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/archives/stfreview/stf_16.html


COURSE NAME: Studies of Religion I UNITS: 1 EXCLUSIONS: Studies of Religion II COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description Religion has been and is an integral part of human experience and a component of every culture. An appreciation of society is enhanced by an understanding of religion, its influence on human behaviour and interaction within culture.

Aim The aim of the Stage 6 Studies of Religion syllabus is to promote an understanding and critical awareness of the nature and significance of religion and the influence of belief systems and religious traditions on individuals and within society.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Main Topics Covered: 1) Nature of Religion and Beliefs

The nature of Religion

Australian Aboriginal Beliefs and Spiritualities

2) Two Religious Traditions selected from:

Buddhism

Christianity

Hinduism

Islam

Judaism. The focus of study for each Tradition is:

Origins

Principal Beliefs

Sacred Texts and Writings

Core Ethical Teachings

Personal Devotion

Main Topics Covered: 1) Religion and Belief Systems in Australia post-1945 2) Two Religious Tradition Depth Studies selected from:

Buddhism

Christianity

Hinduism

Islam

Judaism.

The focus of study for each Tradition is:

Significant People and Ideas

Ethics

Significant Practices in the Life of Adherents


COURSE NAME: Studies of Religion II UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Studies of Religion I COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description

The Stage 6 Studies of Religion syllabus acknowledges religion as a distinctive answer to the human need for meaning in life. An understanding of religion provides a perspective for the human view of reality and deals with daily living as well as with the ultimate source, meaning and goal of life. The Studies of Religion syllabus acknowledges that there are many ways of studying religion. It investigates the significance of the role of religion in society and, in particular, within Australian society. It recognises and appreciates the place and importance of Aboriginal belief systems and spiritualties in Australia. This syllabus enables students who live in a multifaith and multicultural society to progress from a broad understanding of religious traditions to specific studies within these traditions. The syllabus provides a focus on religious expression in Australia and, also, investigates religion’s place within the global community.

NOTE For the purposes of this syllabus the Religious Traditions are considered to be the five major religions of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism. At LCCC Christianity and two other traditions will be studied.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE

Nature of Religion and Beliefs Approx 13% of course content

Religion and Belief Systems in Australia post-1945

Approx 13% of course content

Religious Tradition Study 1 Approx 19% of course content

Religious Tradition Depth Study 1 Approx 19% of course content





Religions of Ancient Origin Approx 19% of course content

Religion and Peace Approx 19% of course content

Religion in Australia pre-1945 Approx 13% of course content

Religion and Non-Religion Approx 13% of course content


COURSE NAME: Catholic Studies UNITS: 1 EXCLUSIONS: nil COURSE TYPE: Board Endorsed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description ‘Religious education is a life-long process to which Catholic schooling contributes. Classroom based programs provide a systematic and comprehensive form of religious education.’ This course aims to:

Develop further knowledge of Catholic traditions

Develop self esteem and community spirit by putting into practice the teachings of Christ

Provide students with a sense of personal meaning

Provide values, skills and knowledge founded on the vision of the Christian faith

Provide an integration of the Good News of Jesus Christ with the culture in which the students live

Assist individuals to have an understanding of themselves and their Catholic faith tradition and an appreciation of the faith traditions of others

COURSE CONTENT may be drawn from the following courses

HSC COURSE

Jesus and Discipleship

The Art of Prayer

Living Church

The Human Journey


COURSE NAME: English (Standard) UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: English Advanced COURSE TYPE: Board Developed General Course Description In the Preliminary English (Standard) course, students explore and experiment with the ways events, experiences, ideas and processes are represented in and through texts. In the HSC English (Standard) course, students reflect on and demonstrate the effectiveness of texts for different audiences and purposes. The course requires the study of at least FOUR types of text, one drawn from each of the following categories: prose fiction, poetry, drama, non-fiction or film or media or multimedia.

COURSE CONTENT PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE This course has two sections:

1. Content common to the Standard and Advanced English courses is undertaken through a unit of work called an AREA OF STUDY.

Students explore texts and develop skills in synthesis.

The common content comprises 40% of the course content.

2. Electives

Students explore and examine texts and analyse aspects of meaning.

The electives comprise 60% of the course content.

Preliminary electives are not to duplicate the prescribed HSC modules, electives or texts.

This course has two sections: 1. The HSC Common content which consists of ONE Area of Study common to the Standard and Advanced HSC courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis. 2.Modules

Students choose one elective from each of the three modules.

Module A: Experience Through Language

Module B: Close study of Text

Module C: Texts and Society

Each module is worth 20% of course content.

Modules total is 60%.

English (Standard) is assessed in six language modes across the Common Content and Elective/Module components: Listening; Speaking; Reading; Writing; Viewing; Representing

Expected Subject Entry Requirements: 1. School report overall grade of C or above for English


COURSE NAME: English (Advanced) UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: English Standard, English Studies COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: Preliminary English Extension, HSC English Extension 1 and HSC English Extension 2.

General Course Description In the Preliminary English (Advanced) course, students explore the ways events, experiences, ideas, values and processes are represented in and through texts and analyse the ways texts reflect different attitudes and values. In the HSC English (Advanced) course, students analyse and evaluate texts, and the ways they are valued in their contexts. The course requires the study of at least FIVE types of texts, one drawn from each of the following categories: Shakespearean drama; prose fiction; poetry; drama or film; non-fiction or media or multimedia.

COURSE CONTENT PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE This course has two sections: 1. Content common to the Standard and Advanced English courses is undertaken through a unit of work called an AREA OF STUDY.

Students explore texts and develop skills in synthesis.

The common content comprises 40% of the course content.

2.Electives

Students explore, examine and analyse texts. They analyse the ways that texts and contexts shape and are shaped by different attitudes and values.

The electives comprise 60% of the course content.

Preliminary electives are not to duplicate the prescribed HSC modules, electives or texts.

This course has two sections: 1. The HSC Common content which consists of ONE Area of Study common to the Standard and Advanced HSC courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.

2. Modules

Modules emphasise particular aspects of shaping meaning and representation, questions of textual integrity, and ways in which texts are valued.

Students choose one elective from each of the three modules.

Module A: Comparative study of Texts and Contexts

Module B: Critical study of Texts

Module C: Representation of Texts

Each module is worth 20% of course content.

Modules total 60% of course content.

English (Advanced) is assessed in six language modes across the Common Content and Elective/Module components: Listening; Speaking; Reading; Writing; Viewing; Representing

Expected Subject Entry Requirements: 1. School report overall grade of B or above for English 2. A well-developed habit of analytical reading across a wide range of text types 3. Strong written communication skills, particularly in essay writing


COURSE NAME: Preliminary English Extension; HSC English Extension Course 1; HSC English Extension Course 2. UNITS: Each course is 1 unit. EXCLUSIONS: English (Standard), English (ESL), English Studies COURSE TYPE: Board Developed PREREQUISITES: (a) English (Advanced)

(b) Preliminary English Extension is prerequisite for HSC Extension courses (c) HSC Extension 1 is prerequisite for HSC Extension 2.

General Course Description In the Preliminary English (Extension) course, students explore how and why texts are valued in and appropriated into a range of contexts. They consider why some texts may be perceived as culturally significant. In HSC English Extension 1, students explore ideas of value and consider how cultural values and systems of valuation arise. In HSC English Extension 2, students develop a sustained composition and document their reflection on this process.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE

HSC EXTENSION 1 HSC EXTENSION 2

One Compulsory Module:

Texts, Culture and Value

This course requires students to examine a key text from the past and its manifestations in one or more popular cultures. Students also explore, analyse and critically evaluate different examples of such appropriations in a range of contexts and media.

ONE Elective to be chosen from the following Modules:

Genre

Texts and Ways of Thinking

Language and Values

Students study prescribed texts for this course.

This course requires students to complete a major work.

It may be imaginative, investigative, interpretive, analytical, or any combination of these.

The ongoing systematic and rigorous investigation into their chosen area is documented in a journal.

Expected Subject Entry Requirements 1. School report overall grade of A for English 2. A well-developed habit of analytical reading across a wide range of text types 3. Sophisticated writing skills, particularly in essay and creative1 writing


COURSE NAME: English Studies UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: all other English courses COURSE TYPE: Content Endorsed.

General Course Description

English Studies is designed to support students in developing proficiency in English to enhance their

personal, social and vocational lives. It offers a comprehensive language experience that is reflected

in the modes of reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing and representing.

The course provides students with the opportunity to become more confident and effective

communicators and to enjoy a breadth and variety of texts in English. Students explore the ideas,

values, language forms, features and structures of texts in a range of personal, social, cultural and

workplace contexts. They respond to and compose texts to extend experience and understanding,

access information and assess its reliability, and synthesise the knowledge gained from a range of

sources to fulfil a variety of purposes. Responding to and composing texts provides students with the

opportunity to develop and appreciate the imaginative and the affective and to recognise the ways

texts convey, interpret and reflect ways of thinking about the self and the world.

This course provides diverse approaches to texts so that students may become flexible and critical

thinkers, capable of engaging with, understanding, contributing to and appreciating the variety of

cultural heritages and differences that make up Australian society and society more broadly. It also

encourages the continued development of skills in individual, collaborative and reflective learning.

Such skills form the basis of sound practices of investigation and analysis required for adult life,

including the world of work as well as post-school training and education. The course encourages

students to reflect on their own processes of responding, composing and learning.

English Studies addresses the needs of a specific group of students who wish to complete and be

awarded a Higher School Certificate but who are seeking an alternative to the current Standard

English course.

The course contributes to the required Preliminary pattern of study of 12 units and HSC pattern of

study of at least 10 units. It contributes to each of the specific pattern requirements including:

at least six units from Board Developed Courses at least two units of a Board Developed Course in English at least three courses of two units value or greater (either Board Developed or Board Endorsed Courses) at least four subjects.

The course is not examined externally. Results in the course are not eligible for inclusion in the calculation of the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).

COURSE CONTENT


Achieving Through English (English and the Worlds of Education, Careers and Community)

Playing the Game (English in Sport)

On the Road (English and the Experience of Travel)

Part of the Family (English and Family Life)

We are Australians (English in Citizenship, Community and Cultural Identity)

Tell Us About It (English and the Media)

The Big Screen (English in Film-making)

Digital Worlds (English for the Web)

Expected Subject Entry Requirements: None


COURSE NAME: Biology UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Senior Science COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: no more than two of Chemistry, Physics and Earth and Environmental Science. General Course Description Biology is the study of life. The Preliminary course incorporates: the study of the mechanisms and systems living things use to obtain, transport and use for their own growth and repair; biotic and abiotic features of the environment and the relationships between interdependence of organisms in an ecosystem; the evolution of life on Earth; and the effects of global changes that took place during the formation of modern Australia on the diversity of Australian biota. The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course. It examines the processes and structures that plants and animals, especially humans, have developed to maintain a constant internal environment and the way in which the continuity of life is assumed by the inheritance of characteristics from generation to generation.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE FOUR Core Topics, 100% of Course Content:

A Local Ecosystem

Patterns in Nature

Life on Earth

Evolution of Australian Biota

THREE Core Topics, 75% of Course Content:

Maintaining a Balance

Blueprint of Life

The Search for Better Health ONE option from the following, 25% of Course Content:

Communication

Biotechnology

Genetics

The Human Story

Biochemistry

Practical experiences are an essential component of both the Preliminary and HSC courses. Students will complete 80 indicative hours of practical/field work during both the Preliminary and HSC courses, of which at least 35 hours will occur during the HSC course.

Expected Subject Entry Requirements: School report achievements of mostly B grades or above for Science


COURSE NAME: Chemistry UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Senior Science (Preliminary) COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: no more than two of Biology, Physics and Earth and Environmental Science. General Course Description Chemistry provides students with a contemporary understanding of the physical and chemical properties of substances and their interactions. Chemistry attempts to provide chemical explanations and to predict events at the atomic and molecular level. Students investigate natural and made substances, their structures, changes and environmental importance; they learn about the history and philosophy of science as it relates to Chemistry students’ work individually and with others in practical, field and interactive media experiences related to chemistry; they undertake experiments and decide between competing theories. They assess the impact of decisions based on an understanding of chemistry on society.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE 4 Core Topics, 100% of Course Content:

The Chemical Earth

Metals

Water

Energy

3 Core Topics, 75% of Course Content:

The Identification and Production of materials

The Acidic Environment

Chemical Monitoring and Management

One option from the following, 25% of Course Content:

The Biochemistry of movement

The Chemistry of Art

Industrial Chemistry

Shipwrecks and Salvage

Forensic Chemistry


Expected Subject Entry Requirements: School report achievements of mostly B grades for Science


COURSE NAME: Physics UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Senior Science (Preliminary) COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: no more than two of Biology, Chemistry and Earth and Environmental Science. General Course Description The Preliminary course incorporates the study of kinematics and dynamics; the properties of waves; electrical energy, electric and magnetic fields; and the interaction between energy and matter that brought about the formation of the Earth. The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course. It examines the effects of gravitational fields, momentum, projectile and circular motion, generators, superconductors and transformers, and the development of our understanding of the macro and atomic world throughout the twentieth century.

COURSE CONTENT


The World Communicates

Electrical Energy in the Home

Moving About

The Cosmic Engine


Space

Motors and Generators

From Ideas to Implementation One option from the following, 25% of Course Content:

Geophysics

Medical Physics

Astrophysics

From Quanta to Quarks

The Age of Silicon


Expected Subject Entry Requirements School report achievements of mostly B grades for Science.

Year 10 Mathematics Course 2/3 or 3.

It is highly recommended that in Year 11/12 you are doing Mathematics at a higher level than General Mathematics


COURSE NAME: Senior Science UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Preliminary courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth and Environmental Science. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: Nil. General Course Description The Preliminary course incorporates the study of some aspects of human anatomy and discusses issues associated with the protection of the body in the workplace; the interactions between organisms in local ecosystems; the collection, storage and conservation of water resources; and the structure and function of plants with an emphasis on Australian native plants. The HSC course examines the range and importance of energy transformation, waves and communication systems; the physical and chemical properties of chemicals used by people on and in their bodies; the structure and function of organs and tissues of the human body and the physical features of these organs and tissues that can be detected by medical technology, and/or replaced by biomedical devices.

COURSE CONTENT


Water for Living

Plants

Humans at Work

The Local Environment


Lifestyle Chemistry

Medical Technology – Bionics

Information Systems One option from the following, 25% of Course Content:

Polymers

Preservatives and Additives

Pharmaceuticals

Disasters

Space Science


Expected Subject Entry Requirements: A general interest in Science


COURSE NAME: Agriculture UNITS: 2 COURSE TYPE: Board Developed

General Course Description The Stage 6 Agriculture course is designed to develop student’s knowledge and understanding about the production and marketing of both animal and plant products. Students will also develop the associated skills and responsible attitudes that are necessary to manage and market these products in a sustainable manner. COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Overview (15%) Agricultural systems Agricultural history Social aspects surrounding agriculture The farm case study (25%) The farm as a unit of production Farm management Marketing Farm technology The agricultural workplace Plant production (30%) Plants and their commercial production Animals, climate and resource interaction Microbes, invertebrates and pests Technology Experimental design and research Animal production (30%) Animals and their commercial production Plants, climate and resource interaction Microbes, invertebrates and pests Technology Experimental design and research

Plant/Animal production (50%) Soil, nutrients and water Factors contributing to the degradation of soil and water Sustainable resource management Plant production systems Constraints on plant production Managing plant production Animal nutrition Animal growth and development Animal reproduction and genetics Animal pests and diseases Animal ethics and welfare Experimental analysis and research in plant/animal systems Farm product study (30%) The farm as a business Decision-making processes and management strategies Agricultural technology Marketing of a specific farm product Elective (20%) Choose ONE of the following electives to study. Agri-food, Fibre and Fuel Technologies Climate Challenge Farming for the 21st Century

Expected Subject Entry Requirements:

A general interest in Science and particularly Agriculture


COURSE NAME: Aboriginal studies UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: Nil

General Course Description Aboriginal Studies is a unique experience for both Aboriginal students and non-Aboriginal students.

The Preliminary course focuses on Aboriginal peoples ’ relationship to the Land, Aboriginal heritage

and identity, and an historical examination of colonialism and racism from pre-contact times to the

1960s. The course also includes the development of skills in culturally appropriate research and

inquiry methods and local community case studies. The HSC course provides for in depth study of

legislation, policy, judicial processes and current events from the 1960s.During the course, students

will undertake consultation with the local Aboriginal community and will study national and

international Indigenous communities. Students apply research and inquiry methods through the

completion of a major project.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE • Aboriginality and the Land (30%)

Aboriginal peoples ’ relationship to land and water;

dispossession and dislocation of Aboriginal peoples from land

impact of British colonisation on land and water.

Comparative case study. The local Aboriginal Community and a national indigenous Australian community.

• Heritage and Identity (25%)

The Dreaming and cultural ownership; impact of colonisation on Aboriginal cultures and families

diversity of Aboriginal cultural and social life.

Case Study. The Local Aboriginal Community

• Colonialism, Racism and Prejudice (25%)

Aboriginal political and legal systems;

Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal responses to British colonisation

impact and consequences of dispossession and dislocation of Aboriginal peoples.

Case Study. The Local Aboriginal Community

Research and Inquiry Methods (20%) Methods and skills relating to appropriate community consultation

Part 1 (50%) Social Justice and Human Rights Issues . 2 topics chosen from:

Health

Education

Housing,

Employment,

Criminal justice

Economic independence.

Comparative Case Study Part 2 (20%) Aboriginality and the Land –

The Land Rights movement and the recognition of native title;

government policies and legislation

non aboriginal responses

Case Study: The local Aboriginal community

OR Aboriginal Heritage and Identity.

Contemporary aspects of Aboriginal heritage and identity,

government legislation and policies

non Aboriginal responses

Case Study: The local Aboriginal community

Part 3 (30%) Research and Inquiry Methods – Major Project.

Particular Course Requirements:

In both courses, students must undertake mandatory community case studies. A project log will

document all work completed, including the sequential development of the project and the nature and

timing of community based fieldwork.


COURSE NAME: Ancient History UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: HSC History Extension. General Course Description Ancient History involves the study of at least two of the following areas: Egypt, Near East, Greece and Rome in both the Preliminary and HSC courses. The Preliminary course is structured for students to investigate:

People, groups, events, institutions, societies and historical sites; and

Archaeological and written evidence and the methods used by historians and archaeologists in case studies and in the study of ancient societies.

In the HSC course students use archaeological and written evidence to investigate a personality from the ancient world plus three ancient societies/historical periods.

COURSE CONTENT PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Part I: Introduction (a) Investigating the Past: History,

Archaeology and Science: (b) Case Studies

The City of Ur Homer and the Trojan War

Part II: Ancient Societies, Sites and

Sources At least ONE study of ancient societies, sites and sources should be undertaken.

Greece in the Archaic Period 800-500 BCE

Rome in the Late Republic and Early Empire

Part III: Historical Investigation The historical investigation is designed to provide opportunities for all students to further develop relevant investigative, research and presentation skills that are the core of the historical inquiry process. The investigation should extend a particular area of individual student or group interest. Students are encouraged to choose a topic and presentation style that reflects their individual interests and abilities.

Part I: Core Cities of Vesuvius – Pompeii and Herculaneum 25% Part II: Ancient Societies 25% One ancient society is to be studied.

Greece: Spartan society to the Battle of Leuctra 371 BCE

Part III: Personalities in Their Times

25% One personality is to be studied.

Rome: Agrippina the Younger Part IV: Historical Periods 25% One historical period is to be studied.

Rome: The Julio-Claudians and the Roman Empire CE 14 – 69

The HSC course requires study from at least TWO of the following areas: Egypt Near East Greece Rome Note: The core study, Cities of

Vesuvius: Pompeii and Herculaneum is a Roman study

Formal Assessment in Ancient History focuses on a student’s Knowledge and Understanding using Communication, Inquiry and Research and Source Analysis skills.


COURSE NAME: Modern History UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed

CAN BE STUDIED WITH: HSC History Extension.

General Course Description Modern History Stage 6 is designed to enable students to acquire the knowledge, understanding and the skills of critical analysis essential to an appreciation of the forces that have shaped the modern world; to develop a lifelong interest in the study of history; and to prepare them for informed and active citizenship in the contemporary world. Students apply historical inquiry methods within a range of historical contexts to investigate key features, issues, individuals, groups, events, concepts and other forces in the eighteenth, nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

COURSE CONTENT


Part I: Case Studies – 50%

The Civil Rights Movement in the USA

in the 1950s and 1960s

Decolonisation in Indochina

1945-1954

The Indian Mutiny 1857*

The Cuban Revolution*

Tibet’s Fight for Survival in The Modern

World*

The Chinese Government and Tiananmen

Square*

The Making of Modern South Africa*

* Case studies marked with an * are optional.

Not all case studies can be completed

Part II: Historical Investigation – 20%

Own choice of topic. Historical Inquiry

process with oral presentation

Part III: Core Study – 30%

The World at the Beginning of the Twentieth

Century

Part I: Core Study – 25%

World War I 1914–1919:

A Source-based Study

Part II: National Studies – 25%

Part III: Personalities in the Twentieth

Century – 25%

Part IV: International Studies in Peace and

Conflict – 25%

Formal Assessment in Modern History focuses on a student’s Knowledge and Understanding using Communication, Inquiry and Research and Source Analysis skills. Most tasks require essay writing skills.

Expected Subject Entry Requirements: Students selecting this subject should:

be independent and frequent readers

have a keen interest in international affairs

be competent English students with well developed essay writing abilities


COURSE NAME: HSC History Extension UNITS: 1 EXCLUSIONS: Nil COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: Either Ancient History OR Modern History General Course Description The purpose of HSC History Extension is to enable students to build on the outcomes of the Stage 6 Ancient History and Modern History courses in relation to historiography and historical enquiry and communication. The course further develops students’ understanding of how historians work. The focus of the course is not on content alone. Rather than simply extending students’ knowledge of a particular period or event in history, the course is aimed at using specific historical investigations to reflect on the nature of history and how and why approaches and interpretations change over time.

COURSE CONTENT

HSC COURSE: 1 unit

Part I: What is History? Case Study: The Arrival of The British Percentage of course time: 60 % Students use historical debates from one case study and a source book of historical readings to investigate the question ‘What is history?’, through the key questions: • Who are the historians? • What are the aims and purposes of history? • How has history been constructed and recorded over time? • Why have approaches to history changed over time? Part II: History Project Percentage of course time: 40 % Students design and conduct their own historical investigation using the historical skills of: • developing a proposal for a historical investigation • locating, selecting, analysing, synthesising and evaluating information from a range of historical sources • presenting research findings through a well-structured historical text • appropriate referencing • preparing a bibliography • reviewing key sources • reflecting on process through a process log

Expected Subject Entry requirements: Students selecting this subject should have the following minimum entry requirements:

Must be studying Modern and/or Ancient History concurrently

Must be independent and self motivated learners. Classes are held after school and most learning occurs in the students’ own time.

An overall grade of B or above in Year 11 English Advanced and/or Extension or an overall grade of A in English Standard

Recommendation from preliminary Ancient and/or Modern History teacher

Assessment result of 85% or above for Historical Investigation in preliminary Modern and/or Ancient History


COURSE NAME: Business Studies UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description

Business Studies encompasses the theoretical and practical aspects of business in contexts

which students will encounter throughout their lives. It offers learning from the planning of a

small business to the management of operations, marketing, finance and human resources in

large businesses. Through the analysis of contemporary business issues, strategies and case

studies the course provides a stimulating and relevant framework for students to apply to

problems encountered in the business environment. Students also investigate business

planning and use a range of information to assess and evaluate business performance. The

role of incentives, personal motivation and entrepreneurship, especially in small business, is

recognised as a powerful influence in business success.

COURSE CONTENT


Topics to be studied:

Nature of Business: 20% of course time

Business Management: 40% of course time

Business Planning: 40% of course time

Topics to be studied:

Operations 25% of course time

Marketing 25% of course time

Finance 25% of course time

Human Resources 25% of course time

Formal Assessment in Business Studies focuses on a student’s knowledge and understanding using communication, inquiry and research and stimulus based skills.


COURSE NAME: Economics UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description Economic decisions have a crucial influence on the quality of life experienced by people throughout the world. The study of economics can help individuals, groups and societies make choices that assist them to improve their quality of life. As a subject, Economics is distinctive because of the range of problems and issues that it investigates and the skills that it develops. A student who has completed the Preliminary and HSC courses should have knowledge and skills enabling them to: – comprehend the background and implications of contemporary economic issues – discuss appropriate policies to solve economic problems and issues – understand what a change in interest rates, share values or the value of the Australian dollar means to individuals and the economy – identify fluctuations in the global and Australian economies and their likely effects on business – understand reasons for changes in employment patterns – identify, using economic thinking, appropriate strategies to protect the natural environment.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Six topics to be studied:

Introduction to Economics

Consumers and Business

Markets

Labour Markets

Financial Markets

Government in the Economy

Four topics to be studied:

The Global Economy

Australia’s Place in the Global Economy

Economic Issues

Economic Policies and Management


COURSE NAME: Geography UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description In the Preliminary Geography course, students investigate biophysical and human geography and develop their knowledge and understanding about the spatial and ecological dimensions of Geography. Enquiry methodologies are used to investigate the unique characteristics of our world through fieldwork, geographical skills and the study of contemporary geographical issues. The HSC course enables students to appreciate geographical perspectives about the contemporary world. There are specific studies about biophysical and human processes, interactions and trends. Fieldwork and a variety of case studies combine with an assessment of the geographer’s contribution to understanding our interactions with the environment and demonstrate the relevance of geographical study. Note: both Preliminary and HSC Geography have a compulsory fieldwork component to be completed on a multi day class excursion.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Three topics to be studied:

Biophysical Interactions: 45% of course content

Global Challenges: 45% of course content

Senior Geography Project: 10% of course content

Three topics to be studied:

Ecosystems at Risk

Urban Places

People and Economic Activity

Each of these is 1/3 of the course content.

Formal Assessment in Geography focuses on a student’s knowledge and understanding using communication, inquiry and research and geographical tools and skills.


COURSE NAME: Legal Studies UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description The Preliminary course develops students’ knowledge and understanding of the nature and functions of law and law-making, the development of Australian and international legal systems, the rights and duties of the individual. This is achieved through investigating and analysing legal information including legislation, case law and current issues in the media, as well as investigating legal issues from a variety of perspectives. The HSC course investigates the key areas of law, justice and human rights through a variety of focus studies, which consider how changes in societies influence law reform.

COURSE CONTENT


Core topics:

The Legal System: 40% of course content

The Individual and the Law: 30% of course content

Law in Practice: 30% of course content

Core topics:

Crime: 30% of course content

Human Rights: 20% of course content

Option Studies: 50% of course time

Formal assessment in Legal Studies focuses on a student’s knowledge and understanding using communication, inquiry and research.


COURSE NAME: General Mathematics 1 UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: HSC General Mathematics 2, Advanced Mathematics, HSC Mathematics Extension 1 and HSC Mathematics Extension 2 COURSE TYPE: Content Endorsed Developed (HSC only) CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description General Mathematics 1 course is a non-examinable Content Endorsed course. General Mathematics is designed to promote the development of skills, knowledge and understanding in areas of mathematics that have direct application to the broad range of human activity. The Preliminary Mathematics General and HSC Mathematics General 1 pathway provides a context within which to develop general competencies considered essential for the acquisition of effective, higher-order thinking skills necessary for further education, work and everyday life.

Employability skills are embedded in the Preliminary Mathematics General and HSC Mathematics General 1 courses to enhance student learning. The employability skills are developed through the methodologies of the courses and reflect core processes of mathematical inquiry undertaken by students.

As students engage with the various topics in the courses and related applications and modelling tasks, the employability skills planning and organisation, communication, self-management, teamwork and initiative and enterprise are developed. Through the advice provided on the selection and use of appropriate technology, students can develop the employability skill technology. Finally, students’ continual involvement with seeking solutions to problems, both large and small, contributes towards their development of the employability skill problem-solving.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Five strands: (67% of course content)

Financial Mathematics

Data Analysis

Measurement

Probability

Algebraic Modelling

Two Focus Areas: (33% of course content)

Mathematics & Communication

Mathematics & Driving

Five strands: (33% of course content)


Data Analysis

Measurement

Probability

Algebraic Modelling

Four Focus Areas: (67% of course content):

Mathematics & Design

Mathematics & Household

Finance

Mathematics & Human Body

Mathematics & Personal

Resource Usage


COURSE NAME: General Mathematics 2 UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: HSC General Mathematics 1, Advanced Mathematics, HSC Mathematics Extension 1 and HSC Mathematics Extension 2 COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description General Mathematics is designed to promote the development of skills, knowledge and understanding in areas of mathematics that have direct application to the broad range of human activity. Students will learn to use a range of techniques and tools to develop solutions to a wide variety of problems related to their present and future needs and aspirations. The Preliminary and HSC Mathematics General 2 course content is written in five Strands and two Focus Studies. As well as introducing some new mathematical content, the Focus Studies give students the opportunity to apply and develop, in contemporary contexts, the knowledge, skills and understanding initially developed in the study of the Strands.

The Preliminary Mathematics General course is the same preliminary course that forms part of the Preliminary Mathematics General/HSC Mathematics General 1 pathway. The Preliminary Mathematics General/HSC Mathematics General 2 pathway provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding of and competence in further aspects of mathematics for a range of concurrent HSC studies, such as in the life sciences, the humanities and business studies. The pathway also provides a strong foundation for students entering the workforce and/or undertaking further training, and for university courses in the humanities, nursing and paramedical sciences.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Five strands to be studied: (67% of the course)


Data & Statistics

Measurement

Probability

Algebra & Modelling Two Focus Studies: (33% of the course)

Mathematics & Communication

Mathematics & Driving

Five strands to be studied: (67% of the course)


Data & Statistics

Measurement

Probability

Algebra & Modelling Two Focus Studies: (33% of the course)

Mathematics & Health

Mathematics & Resources


COURSE NAME: Mathematics (Advanced) UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: General Mathematics 1 & 2 COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description The course is intended to give students who have demonstrated general competence in the skills of Stage 5 Mathematics an understanding of, and competence in, some further aspects of mathematics, which are applicable to the real world. It has general educational merit and is also useful for concurrent studies in science subjects. The course is a sufficient basis for further studies in mathematics as a minor discipline at tertiary level in support of life sciences or commerce. Students who require substantial mathematics at tertiary level (such as the physical sciences, computer science, or engineering) should undertake the Mathematics Extension 1 course, and possibly the additional HSC Mathematics Extension 2 course.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Seven topics to be studied:

Basic Arithmetic and Algebra

Real Functions

Trigonometric Functions

Linear Functions

The Quadratic Polynomial and the Parabola

Plane Geometry

Tangent to a Curve and the Derivative Function

Nine topics to be studied:

Coordinate Methods in Geometry

Applications of Geometrical Properties

Geometrical Applications of Differentiation

Integration

Trigonometric Functions

Logarithmic and Exponential Functions

Applications of Calculus to the Physical World

Probability

Series and Series Applications

Expected Subject Entry Requirements: Students selecting this subject should have the following minimum entry requirements:-

1. School Report Overall grade of B or above for Mathematics 3 or 2. School Report Overall grade of A for Mathematics 2 AND completed

prerequisite work that is not in the 2 Pathways course.


COURSE NAME: Mathematics Extension 1 UNITS: 3 EXCLUSIONS: General Mathematics 1 & 2, Advanced Mathematics COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: HSC Mathematics Extension 2 General Course Description The content of this course, which includes the entire Mathematics course, and its depth of treatment indicate that it is intended for those students who have demonstrated a mastery of the skills of Years 7 to 10 Mathematics and who are interested in the study of further skills and ideas in mathematics. The course is intended to give these students a thorough understanding of and competence in aspects of mathematics including many of which are applicable to the real world. The course is a recommended minimum basis for further studies in mathematics as a major discipline at a tertiary level and for the study of mathematics in support of the physical and engineering sciences.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE ALL of the Preliminary Mathematics course topics PLUS:

Other Inequalities

Circle Geometry

Further Trigonometry

Angles Between Two Lines

Internal and External Division of Lines in Given Ratios

Parametric Representation

Permutations and Combinations

Polynomials

Harder Applications of the Preliminary Mathematics course.

ALL of the HSC Mathematics course topics PLUS:

Methods of Integration

Primitive of sin2x and cos 2x

Velocity and Acceleration as a Function of x

Projectile Motion

Simple Harmonic Motion

Inverse Functions and Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Induction

Binomial Theorem

Further Probability

Iterative Methods for Numerical Estimation of the Roots of a Polynomial Equation

Harder Applications of HSC Mathematics topics.


1. School Report Overall grade of B or above for Mathematics 3. 2. Students must have adequately completed the Mathematics 3 course to be

considered.


COURSE NAME: HSC Mathematics Extension 2 UNITS: 1 EXCLUSIONS: General Mathematics 1 & 2, Advanced Mathematics COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: The Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1 course is a prerequisite; can ONLY be studied with the HSC Mathematics Extension 1 course. General Course Description The course offers a suitable preparation for study of mathematics at a tertiary level, as well as a deeper and more extensive treatment of certain topics than is offered in other Mathematics courses. It represents a distinctly high level in school mathematics involving the development of considerable manipulative skill and a high degree of understanding of the fundamental ideas of algebra and calculus. These topics are treated in some depth. Thus, the course provides a sufficient basis for a wide range of useful applications of mathematics as well as an adequate foundation for the further study of the subject.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Mathematics Extension 1

ALL of the HSC Mathematics Extension 1 course topics PLUS:

Graphs

Complex Numbers

Conics

Integration

Volumes

Mechanicals

Polynomials

Harder Applications of Mathematics Extension 1 topics.

Expected Subject Entry Requirements Students selecting this subject for the HSC Course should have the following minimum entry requirements:-

1. Preliminary Mathematics and Extension 1 Mathematics. 2. Assessment results of 90% or above in all Preliminary Mathematics and

Assessment results of 80% or above in all Preliminary Extension 1 Mathematics.


COURSE NAME: Food Technology UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description Students will develop knowledge and understanding about the production, processing and consumption of food, the nature of food and human nutrition and an appreciation of the importance of food to health and its impact on society. Skills will be developed in researching, analysing and communicating food issues, food preparation, and the design, implementation and evaluation of solution to food situations.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Three topics:

Food Availability and Selection: 30% of course content

Food Quality: 40% of course content

Nutrition: 30% of course content

Four compulsory topics:

The Australian Food Industry: 25% of course content

Food Manufacture: 25% of course content

Food Product Development: 25% of course content

Nutrition : 25 % of course content


be independent learners and frequent readers

be willing to learn, wanting to develop skills and participate in food based practical activities

have a keen interest and appreciation of nutrition and related health issues in society

be competent English students with well-developed essay writing abilities


COURSE NAME: Industrial Technology UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil COURSE TYPE: Board Developed General Course Description Industrial Technology is a study of Technologies and the industries that use them, in the production of materials, and finished goods. The syllabus offers students the opportunity to study the inter-relationships of equipment, materials, skills and safety. In the Preliminary course, students must design, develop and construct a number of projects. Each project must include a management portfolio. Students also undertake the study of an individual business within the industry. In the HSC course, students must design, develop and construct a Major Project with a management folio. They also undertake a study of the overall industry related to the specific focus area.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE ONE focus area is studied through the following five sections:

Industry Study 15% –Study of the organisation and management of an individual business within the focus area, including: structural, technical, environmental and sociological, personnel, Occupational Health and Safety

Design 10% – Design and plan projects through the completion of associated folios: elements and principles of design, types of design, quality, influences affecting design

Management and Communication 20% - Manage work through the completion of a management folio linked to each project produced

Production 40% - Developing knowledge and skills through the construction of a number of projects, acquisition of relevant practical skills

Industry Related Manufacturing Technology 15% - Developing knowledge and understanding of a range of materials, processes, tools equipment and machinery through the construction of a number of projects

ONE of eight optional focus areas is studied – it must be the same focus area as studied for the Preliminary course:

Automotive Industries

Building and Construction Industries

Electronics Industries

Graphics Industries

Metal and Engineering Industries

Multimedia Industries

Plastics Industries

Timber Products and Furniture Industries.

For the HSC course, the focus area is studied through the sections as per the Preliminary course, and through the development of a Major Project.

o Industry Study 15% o Major Project 60% o Industry Related

Manufacturing Technology 25%


be independent learners with an ability to work to specific time lines/schedules


COURSE NAME: Textiles and Design UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description This course involves a study of design, properties and performance of textiles as they relate to end use, construction techniques, innovations, and the textile industry. Practical experiences are integrated throughout the content areas. Technological and practical skills, including computer-based technologies, developed in this course, are related to those in the textile manufacturing industry, small business and leisure activities.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Three topics to be studied:

Design: 40% of course content

Properties and Performance of Textiles: 50% of course content

Australian Textiles, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries: 10% of course content

* Students will complete 2 practical projects and supporting documentation in year 11

Three topics to be studied:

Design: 20% of course content

Properties and performance of Textiles: 20% of course content

Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries: 10% of course content

Major Textiles Project: 50% of course content

Students select one focus area through which they develop a project, which includes supporting documentation and textile item/s.

Focus Areas are: apparel, furnishings, costume, textile arts and non-apparel.


be independent learners with an ability to meet project time lines/schedules

have a keen interest in creating and working with textiles materials

be competent English students with well-developed essay writing abilities


COURSE NAME: Drama

UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description The Drama Preliminary and HSC courses are designed for students to experience, understand, enjoy and value drama as a social, collaborative and creative art form and as an expression of culture through making, performing and critically studying drama and theatre. This is achieved by developing in students: A knowledge and understanding of dramatic forms and techniques; an ability to make drama through participation (including collaboration with others); and the ability to improvise and playbuild as well as to actually write scripts; an understanding of the place and function of drama in societies past and present; and an appreciation that drama is a community activity, a profession and an industry.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Five topic areas to be studied:

Improvisation

Playbuilding

Acting (These first three together comprise 40% of course content.)

Elements of Production: 30% of course content

Theatrical Traditions and Styles: 30% of course content

Four topic areas to be studied:

Australian Drama and Theatre (Core Content) - ONE option is selected from a choice of two: 30% of course content

Studies in Drama and Theatre – ONE option is selected from a choice of seven: 30% of course content

Group Performance (Core Content): 20% of course content

Individual Project: 20% of course content. Options for the Individual Project are: Performance, Script Writing, Design (Set, Costume, or Lighting), Critical Analysis, and Video.

Drama assessment in the Preliminary course is 60% Workshops and 40% Written.



have a keen interest in Drama and be willing to perform regularly

students do not have to have done Drama in Stage 5


COURSE NAME: Music 1 UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Music 2, Music Extension COURSE TYPE: Board Developed CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a General Course Description Music 1 caters for students who have diverse musical backgrounds and musical interests, including those with an interest in popular music. It is thus open to students with a formal musical background as well as those with only informal experience. In the Preliminary Music 1 course, students will develop knowledge and understanding about the use of the following musical concepts: duration, pitch, dynamics and expressive techniques, tone colour, texture and structure. They will also develop skills in performance, composition, musicology and aural within the context of a range of styles, periods and genres. In the HSC course, students will develop a greater depth of knowledge and understanding of the concepts of music and skills in performance, composition, musicology and aural within the context of a range of styles, periods and genres.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE THREE topics to be studied from the following options: 100% of course content:

An instrument and its repertoire

Australian music

Baroque music

Jazz

Medieval music

Methods of notating music

Music and religion

Music and the related arts

Music for large ensembles

Music for radio, film, television and multimedia

Music for small ensembles

Music in education

Music of a culture (Preliminary course)

Music of a culture (HSC course)

Music of the 18th century

Music of the 19th century

Music of the 20th and 21

st centuries

Popular music

Renaissance music

Rock music

Technology and its influence on music

Theatre music

1. THREE topics to be studied from the list (see Preliminary course column): 55% of course content. Either THREE topics which are different from those studied in the Preliminary course Or TWO topics, which are different from those studied in the Preliminary course, and ONE topic from the Preliminary course, which shows greater depth of understanding, explores new repertoire and includes a comparative study. 2. THREE Electives made up of any combination of performance, composition and/or musicology: 45% of course content. These three electives must reflect the three topics studied in the HSC course.

Music 1 is assessed across the four component areas of Performance, Composition, Musicology and Aural.


1.Previously studied the Mandatory Music Course in Stage 4 2.It is important students have proficient skills on a chosen instrument.


COURSE NAME: Music 2

UNITS: 2

EXCLUSIONS: Music 1

COURSE TYPE: Board Developed

CAN BE STUDIED WITH: Music Extension

General Course Description

The purpose of Music 2 is to provide students with the opportunity to build on the knowledge, skills, understanding and attitudes gained in Music 7-10 and encourage the desire to continue learning in formal and informal music settings after school. The course provides students with opportunities to extend their musical knowledge with a focus on Western art music and it will serve as a pathway for further formal study in tertiary institutions or in fields that use their musical knowledge.

COURSE CONTENT

PREMILINARY COURSE HSC COURSE

In the Preliminary course,

students study the mandatory

topic plus ONE additional topic.

MANDATORY TOPIC: Music 1600–1900

Study at least ONE genre from each of the following lists

Baroque

Classical

19th Century Music vocal/choral music

ADDITIONAL TOPICS:

• Australian music

• Music of a culture

• Medieval music

• Renaissance music

• Music 1900-1945

• Music 1945 to music 25

years ago

In the HSC course, students study the mandatory topic plus ONE additional topic. MANDATORY TOPIC: Music of the last 25 years (Australian focus) The study of this topic must include:

ADDITIONAL TOPICS:

Students must study a number of works that represent an aspect or aspects of the topics.

• Music of a culture

• Music of a culture • Medieval music • Renaissance music • Classical music • Nineteenth century music • Music 1900-1945 • Music 1945 to music 25 years ago

Expected Subject Entry Requirements:

Students selecting this subject should have the following minimum entry requirements:-

1. Previously studied the Additional Study Course in Stage 5

2. It is important students have proficient skills on a chosen instrument.


COURSE NAME: Visual Arts UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description Visual Arts involves students in the practices of Art Making, Art Criticism and Art History. Students develop their own art works, culminating in a ‘body of work’ in the HSC course that reflects students’ knowledge and understanding about the art practice, and which demonstrates their ability to resolve a conceptually strong work. Students critically investigate works, critics, historians and artists from Australia as well as those from other cultures, traditions and times. The Preliminary course is broad, while the HSC course provides for deeper, increasingly more independent investigations.

Preliminary Content HSC Content Practice Practice Conceptual Framework Conceptual Framework Frames Frames

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE A focus on the key components and concepts that need to be known in the visual arts through:

The content of practice, conceptual framework, frames

Making artworks in at least TWO forms

Use of a process diary

Broad investigation of ideas in art criticism and art history.

A focus on more interpretive investigations and relationships through:

The content of practice, conceptual framework, frames

The development of a body of work

Use of a process diary

Investigation of content through at least FIVE case studies in art criticism and art history.

In the Preliminary Visual Arts course, assessment is 50% artmaking and 50% art criticism and art history. In the HSC course, school-based assessment is 50% development of the body of work and 50% art criticism and art history. The external assessment is 50% submission of the body of work and 50% written paper.



have a keen interest in the Visual Arts

be competent English students with well developed essay writing abilities

benefit by studying the Stage 4 & Stage 5 Courses but Stage 5 is not essential


COURSE NAME: Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PD/H/PE) UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description The Preliminary course examines a range of areas that underpin health and physical activity. This includes how people think about health and physical activity, the management of personal health and the basis for how the body moves. Students have the opportunity to select from a range of practical options in areas such as first aid, outdoor recreation, composing and performing and fitness choices. In the HSC course, students focus on major issues related to Australia’s health status. They also look at factors that affect physical performance. They undertake optional study from a range of choices. This includes investigating the health of young people or of groups experiencing health inequities. In other options, students focus on improved performance and safe participation by learning about advanced approaches to training or sports medicine concepts. There is also an opportunity to think critically about the factors that impact on sport and physical activity in Australian society.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE THREE Core Topics – 70% of course content:

Meanings of Health and Physical Activity

Better Health for Individuals

The Body in Motion

TWO options, 30% of course content, to be selected from:

First Aid

Composition and Performance

Fitness Choices

Outdoor Recreation

TWO Core Topics – 60% of course content:

Health Priorities in Australia

Factors Affecting Performance TWO options, 40% of course content, to be selected from:

The Health of Young People

Sport and Physical Activity in Australian Society

Sports Medicine

Improving Performance

Equity and Health


COURSE NAME: Photography, Video and Digital Imaging

UNITS: 1 EXCLUSIONS: Nil. COURSE TYPE: Board Endorsed. CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a. General Course Description Photography, Video and Digital Imaging offers students the opportunity to explore

contemporary artistic practices that make use of photography, video and digital imaging.

The course offers opportunities for the student to investigate one or more of these fields and

to develop understanding and skills that contribute to an informed critical practice. Central to

this is the development of creative action, reflection and the exercise of judgement.

Photography, Video and Digital Imaging also offers opportunities for students to investigate

the pervasiveness of these fields in the contemporary world in the visual arts and design,

television, film, video, the mass media and multimedia, and to investigate the ways in which

these fields of artistic practice have adapted and evolved over the twentieth century.

Photography, Video and Digital Imaging offers opportunities to consider how the use of

particular technologies associated with wet and digital applications either limit, or open up

possibilities for, the artist, photographer, video artist, filmmaker and designer.

Critical and historical investigations of the work (the photograph and/or digital image), the

artist/photographer/filmmaker/designer, and the audience and world are considered within

different frameworks of meaning and value. Digital technologies have also extended the ways

in which audiences may encounter exhibitions as virtual exhibitions and have opened up

possibilities for new audiences as they engage and interact with works in real time and non-

linear time.


Students be independent learners with an ability to meet project time lines/schedules

Students may have studied photography and/or video and/or digital imaging as forms

in Visual Arts in Stages 4 and 5 but not essential.

Students may have studied photography and/or video and/or digital imaging as forms the Stage 5 Photographic and Digital Media Course but not essential

Students may have had a still or video camera and/or explored digital animation

because of a personal interest.


COURSE NAME: Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies (SLR) UNITS: 2 ( Year 11 only) EXCLUSIONS: Students studying Board Developed PDHPE must not study CEC modules which duplicate PDHPE modules.

COURSE TYPE: Content Endorsed Course CAN BE STUDIED WITH: n/a.

General Course Description Students will learn about the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle and recognise the need to be responsible and informed decision makers. This course enables students to further develop their understanding of and competence in a range of sport and recreational pursuits. They are encouraged to establish a lifelong commitment to being physically active and to achieving movement potential. Through the course students will develop: • Knowledge and understanding of the factors that influence health and participation in physical activity; • Knowledge and understanding of the principles that impact on quality of performance; • An ability to analyse and implement strategies to promote health, activity and enhanced performance; • A capacity to influence the participation and performance of self and others. The course provides the opportunity to specialise in areas of expertise or interest through optional modules such as: Aquatics; Athletics; First Aid; Fitness; Specific Sports; Sports Injuries; Outdoor Recreation; Sports Administration; Coaching; Social Perspectives of Sport; and Healthy Lifestyle.

• At Lumen Christi Catholic College the course has been structured to enable the students to gain certificates and qualifications in a range of sporting and outdoor educational endeavors. In 2014 and 2015 our Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation class will have the opportunity to undertake 4 of the following options:

Open water Bronze Medallion

Level 1 sports coaching certificate

Sports medicine strapping certificate

Rural Fire Brigade cadetship

Senior First Aid Certificate

Practical and expert advice on resistance training

Acquire & Enhance Outdoor Educational skills and Leadership qualities

Undertake an array of unique global sports

Endeavour in aquatic activities


COURSE NAME: German Beginners UNITS: 2 EXCLUSIONS: German Continuers COURSE TYPE: Board Developed. ELIGIBILITY: Students with no prior knowledge or experience of the German language and a maximum of 100 hours or less in Stage 4 or 5. General Course Description Language is the basis of all communication and human interaction. Communicating in another language expands students’ horizons as both national and global citizens. Language and culture are interdependent. The study of another language develops in students the ability to move successfully across and within cultures, and, in the process to experience, value and embrace the diversity of humanity. By making comparisons between and among languages, students strengthen their command of their first language.

COURSE CONTENT

PRELIMINARY COURSE HSC COURSE Topics: The Personal World & The German-speaking Communities

Family life, home and neighbourhood

People, places and communities

Education and work

Topics: The Personal World & The German-speaking Communities

Friends, recreation and pastimes

Holidays, travel and tourism

Future plans and aspirations

German beginners is assessed in 3 modes of communication: Interacting, Understanding Texts and Producing Texts. Interacting: Students will develop the linguistic and intercultural knowledge, understanding and skills to communicate actively in German in interpersonal situations. Understanding Texts: Students will interpret and respond to texts, applying their knowledge and understanding of language and culture. Producing Texts: Students will create and present texts for specific audiences, purposes and contexts, incorporating their linguistic and intercultural knowledge, understanding and skills.


Hospitality (240 indicative hours) Board Developed Course A total of 4 units of credit – Preliminary and/or HSC

Minimum mandatory work placement – 70 hours Category B status for the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

Exclusions with other Board Developed Courses – nil

Course Description

This course provides students with the opportunity to obtain national vocational qualifications for employment in the hospitality

industry. Students will be able to develop generic hospitality skills in customer service, communication, environmentally

sustainable work practices, hygiene and safety as well as basic skills in food and beverage service. Occupations in the hospitality

industry include hotel receptionist, housekeeper, hotel manager, waiter, bar attendant, kitchen hand, cook and restaurant

manager/owner.

AQF VET Qualification(s)

Depending on the selection and achievement of units of competency the possible qualification outcomes are:

Certificate 2 in Kitchen Operations ( SIT 20312)

Summaries of the employability skills developed through these qualifications can be downloaded from:

http://employabilityskills.training.com.au

Units of Competency

Compulsory

Unit code Unit title

SITHIND201 Source and Use information on the hospitality

industry

Elective

SITXINV202 Participate in safe food handling

SITHCCC202 Produce appetisers and salads

SITHCCC103 Prepare sandwiches

SITHFAB203 Prepare and serve non-alcoholic

beverages

SITHFAB204 Prepare and serve espresso coffee

Holistic

SITHIND002A Apply hospitality skills in the workplace

BSBWOR203B Work effectively with others

SITXFA101 Use hygienic practices for food safety

SITXWHS101 Participate in safe work practices

SITHCCC101 Use food preparation equipment

SITHCCC201

SITHKOP101

SITHCCC207

SITXINV202

Produce dishes using basic methods of

cookery

Clean Kitchen premises and equipment

Use Cookery skills effectively

Maintain the quality of perishable supplies

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning by submitting current evidence of their competency against relevant units of

competency. If a student is assessed as competent in a unit of competency there is no need for further training for that unit.

Students with Special Education Needs

Students with special education needs may access this course under regular course arrangements or access units of competency

selected through the collaborative curriculum planning process.

Assessment and Course Completion

Competency-based Assessment Students in this course work to develop the competencies, skills and knowledge described by each unit of competency. To be

assessed as competent a student must demonstrate that they can effectively carry out tasks to industry standard. Students will be

progressively assessed as ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ in individual units of competency.

Optional HSC examination Students completing this course are eligible to sit an optional, written HSC examination. The purpose of the examination is to

provide a mark which may be used in the calculation of the ATAR. The examination is independent of the competency-based

assessment undertaken during the course and has no impact on the eligibility of a student to receive an AQF VET qualification.

N Determinations Where a student has not met Board of Studies course completion criteria, including meeting work placement requirements, they

will receive an ‘N’ determination (course not satisfactorily completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC although

units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF VET qualification.

Appeals Students may lodge appeals against assessment decisions or ‘N’ determinations through their school or college.

School-based Apprenticeship/Traineeship

A school-based apprenticeship/traineeship is available. For more information: www.sbatinnsw.info

More Information: www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/hospitality.html

http://employabilityskills.training.com.au/

http://www.sbatinnsw.info/

http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/hospitality.html


Construction (240 indicative hours)

Board Developed Course A total of 4 units of credit – Preliminary and/or HSC

Minimum mandatory work placement – 70 hours Category B status for the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

Exclusions with other Board Developed Courses – nil

Course Description

This provides students with the opportunity to obtain national vocational qualifications for employment in the construction

industry. Students will be able to gain skills in planning and organising work, measuring and calculating, reading and interpreting

plans, safe and environmentally sustainable work practices and the use of construction tools and equipment. Skills gained in this

industry transfer to other industries. Occupations in the construction industry include: construction or trades assistant, builder’s

labourer, tiler, concreter, painter and decorator and wall or floor tiler.



Certificate II in Construction Pathways (CPC20208)



Units of Competency

Mandatory Elective – minimum 110 HSC indicative hours

Unit code Unit title Unit code Unit title

CPCCCM1002A Work effectively and sustainably in the

construction industry

CPCCCM2006A

CPCCCM2004A

CPCCBL2001A

CPCCCA2002A

CPCCCA2003A

CPCCCA2001A

Apply basic levelling procedures

Handle construction materials

Handle and prepare bricklaying and block

laying equipment

Use carpentry tools and equipment

Erect and dismantle formwork for footing

and slabs on ground

Handle carpentry materials

CPCCCM1003A Plan and organise work

CPCCCM1004A Conduct workplace communication

CPCCCM1005A Carry out measurements and calculations

CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications

CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry

CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and

procedures in the construction industry

CPCCCM2005A Use Construction Tools and equipment


Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning by submitting current evidence of their competency against relevant units

of competency. If a student is assessed as competent in a unit of competency there is no need for further training for that unit.












will receive an ‘N’ determination (course not satisfactorily completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC although

units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF VET qualification.


School-based Apprenticeship/Traineeship

A school-based apprenticeship/traineeship is available. For more information: www.sbatinnsw.info

More Information

For more information on this course: www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/construction.html



http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/construction.html


Information Technology (240 indicative hours)

Board Developed Course A total of 4 units of credit – Preliminary and/or HSC

Minimum mandatory work placement – 70 hours Category B status for the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank

Exclusions with other Board Developed Courses – nil (Note however, exclusion with Computing Applications CEC.)

Course Description

This course provides students with the opportunity to obtain national vocational qualifications for employment in the

information and communications technology industry. Students will be able to develop knowledge and skills to enable them to

be an effective ICT user and/or employer. Skills acquired in this course are transferable to other industries. Specialised

occupations in ICT include technical support officer, desktop publisher, computer programmer, software designer/developer,

website developer and systems analyst.



Certificate II in Information Technology (ICA20105)



Units of Competency and possible elective units

Compulsory Elective – minimum 80 HSC indicative hours

Unit code Unit title Unit code Unit title

ICAD3218B Create user documentation ICAI3021B

ICAI3101B

ICAI3110C

Connect internal hardware components

Install and manage network protocols

Implement system software changes

ICAI3020B Install and optimise operating system

software

ICAS3031B Provide advice to clients

ICAS3234B Care for computer hardware

ICAT3025B Run standard diagnostic tests

ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer

ICAU2231B Use computer operating system

ICAU3004B Apply occupational health and safety

procedures

ICAW2001B Work effectively in an IT environment


Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning by submitting current evidence of their competency against relevant units

of competency. If a student is assessed as competent in a unit of competency there is no need for further training for that unit.












will receive an ‘N’ determination (course not satisfactorily completed). The course will then not count towards the HSC

although units of competency achieved will still count towards an AQF VET qualification.


School-based Traineeship

A school-based traineeship is available. For more information: www.sbatinnsw.info

More Information

For more information on this course: www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/info-technology.html



http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/info-technology.html


TVET

TAFE Delivered HSC Vocational Education and Training The TVET Program gives Year 11 and 12 school students the opportunity to study modules from TAFE courses as part of their HSC. TVET courses usually contribute 2 units of study towards a HSC.

Benefits of TVET TVET courses are designed to lead to higher level TAFE courses. TVET students may receive two sets of credentials at the end of their course. For students who meet the BOS HSC requirements, the TVET course is included on the HSC certificate. If TAFE requirements are met, students receive a testamur from NSW TAFE. The qualification earned is nationally recognised. TVET courses will enhance entry into the labour market as most courses require the completion of a work placement.

Attendance Most TVET courses are offered one afternoon per week for a four hour class. Some courses require attendance for a full day each week or fortnight to enable access to workshops and to ensure comprehensive coverage of course content. Some courses are completed online through flexible delivery. Where possible consideration within the timetable is given to students who choose TVET. However it is the responsibility of students to ensure that they keep up with work missed on days of TAFE attendance.

TAFE Delivery and Course Costs Courses are delivered through TAFE NSW at the Illawarra Institute (Bega Campus) and OTEN (Open Training and Education Network) via flexible delivery. Costs for TVET courses are additional to normal school fees. The Catholic Education Office supports TVET and is able to subsidise some costs. Course costs vary according to the nature of the TVET course. Further details are available through the College. Mrs Gaye Allison, the College Librarian, is the contact person on staff for the majority of ‘TVET offline courses’ that are offered over the internet.

Courses

Framework Courses give credit towards the HSC and have an optional HSC Exam that may contribute to an Atar. Non-Framework Courses give credit towards the HSC and do not count in the calculation of an ATAR.

OTEN Accounting Advertising Media Aged Care Work – Introduction Business – Advertising Media Business Services Curriculum Framework Children’s Services Children’s Services – Introduction Community Services – Introduction Community Services – Disability Marketing Media – News Journalism

Property Services – Real Estate Retail Curriculum Framework Tourism Curriculum Framework Workplace Communication

Financial Services (School Based Traineeship only) Information Technology Curriculum Framework Maritime Operations Further information at www.oten.edu.au student information, enrolment

http://www.oten.edu.au/


TAFE ILLAWARRA (Bega) Automotive Business Services Hospitality Information Technology Metal & Engineering Tourism and Events Children’s Services Hairdressing Maritime Operations Human Services (Health Services Assistance) Further information at http://www.illawarra.tafensw.edu.au/page School To TAFE, TVET – TAFE while at school

Further information is available at www.oten.edu.au/oten/study/tvet/tvet.htm www.illawarra.tafensw.edu.au/TVET Offline Courses via Distance Education These course offerings are for students whose suite of subjects is not satisfied by the subject lines offered at Lumen Christi Catholic College. While the College offers as broad a range of subjects as possible, for some students we are not in a position to meet their individual requirements and endeavour to accommodate these as best we can through external agencies. So as students are not disadvantaged we access many courses via the Open High School, Karabar Distance Education Centre, the Diocese of Lismore Online Education Centre and The Open Training and Education Network (OTEN). Studying a subject ‘offline’ requires a high degree of autonomy and self-discipline and is certainly not suitable for all students. Any student wishing to undertake a subject via an external agency must communicate with the course provider independently from teachers at the College. The range of courses and modes of delivery through these agencies is diverse and costs vary. Some courses are now completed online through the internet and communication between student and teacher is via email. Other courses, especially languages, require students to make weekly phone contact with their teacher and submit assessments through the post. TVET courses can be completed online or may require the student to attend a full day of TAFE each fortnight at the Bega Campus of TAFE Illawarra. Mrs Gaye Allison, the College Librarian, is the contact person on staff for the majority of ‘offline’ students and offers excellent ongoing support. However, the onus is on each individual to maintain contact with their subject teacher and to meet all due dates for submission of assessment. Please consider these issues when making a final decision about ‘offline’ study. If you have any further questions about these courses please contact the College. Courses offered by external agencies are listed below. Please refer to the website of each agency for up to date information.

http://www.illawarra.tafensw.edu.au/page

http://www.oten.edu.au/oten/study/tvet/tvet.htm

http://www.illawarra.tafensw.edu.au/TVET


Diocese of Lismore Ancient History Economics Engineering Studies Geography Indonesian Beginners Japanese Beginners Studies of Religion - (2 unit course) Software Design and Development Further information at http://oec.lism.catholic.edu.au/courses.html Download, OEC Student Handbook

Open High School – Languages Arabic Chinese French German Indonesian Italian Japanese Korean Latin Modern Greek Portuguese Russian Spanish Further information at http://www.theopenhs-d.schools.nsw.edu.au Student Guide, Information

Karabar Distance Education Centre A comprehensive list of courses and further information is available at www.karabardec.com.au enrolment information

NOTES

http://oec.lism.catholic.edu.au/courses.html

http://www.theopenhs-d.schools.nsw.edu.au/

http://www.karabardec.com.au/

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