Heretaunga College Year 11 Subject Information Guide 2016 · 2015-09-11 · ENGPR101 English – Persuasion MACON101 Construction Maths THOSP101 Hospitality ENGAW101 English – Animal

Heretaunga College

Year 11 Subject Information Guide

2016

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INTRODUCTION Heretaunga College has implemented a pathway approach to choose your subjects at the senior level. The pathway symbols are derived from the new Ministry of Education Vocational Pathways. The six vocational pathways are:

Creative Industries Includes vocations such as artist, graphic designer, screen printer, actor, art director, technical manager, stage/set designer, creative director.

Primary Industries Sector Includes vocations such as dairy farmer, forestry contractor, horticultural worker, vet nurse.

Service Industries Sector Includes vocations such as chef, travel agent, hairdresser, retailer, fitness trainer.

Social and Community Services Sector Includes vocations such as doctor, nurse, fire fighter, police officer.

Manufacturing and Technology Sector Includes vocations such as welder, automotive engineer, boat builder, electrician, graphic designer.

Construction and Infrastructure Sector Includes vocations such as plumber / gasfitter, civil engineer, architect.

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UNDERSTANDING NCEA QUALIFICATIONS

Credits will be gained by external examinations and/or internal assessments in either achievement or unit standards.

Results will show credits and grades for separate skills and knowledge. The National Certificate in Educational Achievement is awarded at three levels:

Level 1 Requires 80 credits, including ten (10 each in literacy and numeracy). English and Mathematics courses allow this requirement to be met in most cases. These credits are also available through other subjects. Each student needs to check where they expect their numeracy and literacy credits to come from.

Level 2 Requires 80 credits, of which 60 must be at Level 2 or above on the qualifications framework. Students cannot be awarded NCEA Level 2 without fulfilling the Level 1 requirements for numeracy and literacy (10 credits in each).

Level 3 Requires 80 credits, of which 60 must be at Level 3 or above on the qualifications framework (the other 20 must be at Level 2 or above). Students cannot be awarded NCEA Level 3 without fulfilling the Level 1 requirements for numeracy and literacy (10 credits in each).

Recognising High Achievement Certificates can be ‘endorsed’ to reflect high achievement in a significant number of standards. Course endorsements will show that students have performed well in an individual course. Certificate Endorsement If a student gains 50 credits at Excellence, their NCEA will be endorsed with Excellence. Likewise, if a student gains 50 credits at Merit (or Merit and Excellence), their NCEA will be endorsed with Merit. The Record of Achievement shows endorsement awards. Credits earned can count towards an endorsement over more than one year and more than one level. However, they must be gained at the level of the certificate or above. For example, Level 2 credits will count towards endorsement of a Level 1 NCEA, but Level 1 credits will not count towards endorsement of a Level 2 NCEA. Only one certificate endorsement can be awarded for each student in a calendar year. Course Endorsement Course endorsement provides recognition for a student who has performed exceptionally well in an individual course. Students will gain an endorsement for a course if, in a single school year, they achieve: 14 or more credits at Merit or Excellence, and at least 3 of these credits are from externally assessed standards and at least 3 credits are from internally assessed standards. Note, the external requirement does not apply to Physical Education – this subject is fully internal. A course endorsement is not a qualification. Course endorsements are only available in courses that have achievement standards. A course endorsement can be gained independently of a qualification. For example, a student may achieve a Merit endorsement for their Level 2 Mathematics course regardless of whether they achieve NCEA Level 2.

UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE University Entrance (UE) will be the minimum requirement to go to a New Zealand university. To be awarded UE you will need:

NCEA Level 3 plus

Three subjects – at Level 3 or above, made up of 14 credits each, in three approved subjects plus

Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, 5 credits in reading AND 5 credits in writing from specific standards plus

Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above from specific achievement standards, or three specific numeracy unit standards.

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Once you have met the requirements for University Entrance it will appear on your Record of Achievement. This does not guarantee entry to the degree or subjects of your choice – in many cases, a higher level of achievement will be required. Many degrees at polytechnics, institutes of technology and private training enterprises also require this entry standard. Approved subjects for university

Accounting Agriculture and Horticulture Biology Business Studies Calculus Chemistry Chinese Classical Studies Construction and Mechanical Technologies Cook Islands Maori Dance Design (Practical Art)

Design and Visual Communication Digital Technologies Drama Earth and Space Science Economics Education for Sustainability English French Geography German Health Education History

History of Art Home Economics Indonesian Japanese Korean Latin Mathematics Media Studies Music Studies Painting (Practical Art) Photography (Practical Art) Physical Education Physics

Printmaking (Practical Art) Processing Technologies Religious Studies Samoan Science Sculpture (Practical Art) Spanish Social Studies Statistics Technology Te Reo Māori Te Reo Rangatira

New Zealand Scholarship Scholarship provides recognition and monetary reward to top students in their last year of schooling. Scholarship exams enable candidates to be assessed against challenging standards, and are demanding for the most able candidates in each subject. Scholarship candidates are expected to demonstrate high-level critical thinking, abstraction and generalisation, and to integrate, synthesise and apply knowledge, skills, understanding and ideas to complex situations. See http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/scholarship/ for more information.

CAREERS Careers Advisor is Ms Sue Hanlon – [email protected] The college staff are able to provide information on a variety of careers and tertiary programmes in particular our Careers Advisor, Ms Sue Hanlon. Students are strongly advised to carefully consider subject choices and possible implications, and should consult with the Careers Advisor before making their final decisions. If desired, appointments can be made by ringing the school - telephone 939 9370 Extension 877.

GATEWAY PROGRAMME The Gateway Coordinator is Mrs Hilary Lawrence – [email protected] The Gateway Teacher is Ms Sue Hanlon – [email protected] Gateway is a workplace learning programme for students in Years 12 and 13 who are interested in a career pathway in a particular industry or field of work. Students go out into the workplace one day per week for up to 10 weeks. Gateway gives students the opportunity to do workplace learning (during school time or other suitable times to fit the student’s programme), which directly relates to their school-based programme and proposed career. Students on Gateway are also required to complete a Workplace Safety Course and a First Aid Course.

http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/scholarship/

mailto:[email protected]



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Entry Requirements:

Students apply to enter Gateway, and be interviewed by the Gateway Coordinator and the Careers Advisor to assess their suitability for the programme.

Students must demonstrate a desire to pursue a career pathway in a chosen industry or field of work.

Students must have the level of maturity, standard of behaviour, attitude and work ethic necessary to succeed at work-based learning and be able to communicate with adults

Students must have excellent school attendance. HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR SUBJECTS

Step 1: Consider your:

Abilities

Interests

Possible learning or career pathways

Step 2: With the above principles in mind, read all the subject descriptions on your option choice sheets. You also need to refer to the specific requirements for Year 11 students.

Step 3: Highlight or mark all possible subject choices as you read about them. Make sure you satisfy any pre-requisites.

Step 4: Discuss these pre-selections with your parents/guardians.

Step 5: Seek advice if necessary from:

Careers co-ordinator Deans

Academic Dean Subject teachers

Heads of Department

Step 6: After careful thought and discussion, complete your subject selection sheet.

ABILITY INTERESTS PATHWAYS DIRECTION

SUBJECT CHOICE

How good are you at this subject?

Add to your ability your interests – what do you enjoy doing?

You may not know what work you would like to do – don’t worry.

Go through the possible subjects listed on your handout.

How easily do you understand it?

Reasons for enjoyment might be because of the work, the teacher, or because you seem good at it.

If you do know, or if you have ideas about what you might do, you can find out what subjects might be needed.

Highlight or mark alongside each possibility, and investigate those subjects thoroughly.

Your test marks and your work will help you estimate your ability.

+ You gain more satisfaction and probably reach a higher standard in your work if you are interested in it.

+ Staff are most willing to help you think this through.

=

Be careful not to under-rate your ability.

Tick your choices on the 8 line timetable sheet and return it to the office.

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PROCESS FOR SUBMITTING YOUR CHOICES for 2016:

Please note:

All courses are arranged into 8 lines. You can only choose ONE course per line.

Students MUST complete an ONLINE submission and HAND IN a written form to their form teacher.

If you/your child does not have access to the KAMAR portal at home, your child can access this during

morning breaks in Week 10 of term three.

To submit your course choices, follow these steps:

1. Log on to the KAMAR portal. You can do this by going to the school website:

www.heretaunga.school.nz and click on the parent portal link at the top right hand corner.

2. You log in student details: username (first name, surname, password) is the same as your school email

password. If you cannot remember this ask teachers in the school.

3. Once logged in, select Course Selection in the left hand column

4. The 8 lines will appear on your screen. Choose ONE option from each line of your chosen courses from the

pull down menu.

5. Log out.

6. Hand in your signed Course Selection Sheet to your form teacher.

Any concerns, please contact the school office.

http://www.heretaunga.school.nz/

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2016 Level 1 Lines – Students choose ONE from each line (8 subjects overall)

LINE 1 LINE 2 LINE 3 LINE 4 LINE 5 LINE 6 LINE 7 LINE 8

ART101 GROIT101 EMPLY101 MET101 DSGNA101 LLGEP101 DIGIT101 DRA101

DIGIT101 MUS101 FUR101 PEPEX101 GIMMA101 LLGER101 DRDES101 DSGNA111

LLGER111 PEDYE101 THOSP101 PSYCH101 LLJPN101 MAKIT101 LEMMY101

LLJPN111 SSPP101 LLJPP101 PEHEA101 LLMPA123

LLMAO101 TTEF101 LLMAC123 SSGC101 PEDYE101

PEPED101 LLMAE123 TAP101 PEPEX101

PEDYE101 WORKX101 THOSP101

PHOTO101

FTT101

ENG ENGMB210 ENGDY101 ENGMV123 ENGSL101 ENGPR101 ENGAW101 ENGPS123 ENGUD121

ENGJM101 ENGCT121 ENGWA101 ENGSP101 ENGRD212 ENGCR101 ENGHL101

MAT MATAL101 MACON101 MATAL101 MATST101 MATSP101 MATUS101 MAHOS101 MATST101

MATST101

SCI SCISH101 SCICS101 SCISH101 SCICS101 SCIIS101 SCISH101 SCIAS101 SCICS101

Multi-line course – must choose both Course offered more than once

CODE FOR COURSES: ART101 Painting ENGPS123 English – Pasifika Studies MATSP101 Maths and Sport

DIGIT101 Web Design & Print ENGHL101 English History and Literature

MATST101 Statistics

DRA101 Foundation Drama FUR101 Furniture MET101 Engineering

DRDES101 Theatre Technologies GIMMA101 Getting introduced to money

MUS101 Music

DSGNA111 Design Academy GROIT101 Plant Propagation PEPED101 BTF Lower

DSGNA101 Design Academy LEMMY101 Let’s make money PEHEA101 Health

EMPLY101 Employment LLGEP101 German Pathway PEDYE101 Do you even lift

ENGMB210 English Make up and Beauty

LLGER101 German Core PEPEX101 BTF Extension

ENGJM101 English and Media Studies LLGER111 German Extension PHOTO101 Photography

ENGDY101 English - Dystopia LLJPN111 Japanese Extension PSYCH101 Psychology

ENGCT121 English - Conspiracy Theory LLJPN101 Japanese Core SCICS101 Science Conscience

ENGMV123 English – Maori Voices LLJPP101 Japanese Pathway SCIIS101 Investigative Science

ENGWA101 English and War LLMAO101 Te Reo Maori Core SCISH101 Science Sport and Health

ENGSL101 English – Sport and Literacy LLMAC123 Maori Language and Culture Pathway

SSGC101 Global Change

ENGSP101 English and Sport LLMAE123 Te Reo Maori Extension SSPP101 Power of Protest

FTT101 Fashion and Textiles Technology

LLMPA123 Maori Performing Arts TAP101 Te Awhina Programme

ENGPR101 English – Persuasion MACON101 Construction Maths THOSP101 Hospitality

ENGAW101 English – Animal Welfare MAHOS101 Maths and Hospitality TTEF101 Foods

ENGCR101 English – Creative Writing MATAL101 Pure Maths WORKX101 Workplace Essentials

ENGUD121 English – The Undead MATUS101 Numeracy

ENGRD212 English – Reading MAKIT101 Makit – Product Design

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AGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

GROIT101 – Plant propagation, management and soils

Level 2

GROIT202 – Plant propagation, growing techniques and landscape design PLANT202 - Identify plants, make cuttings, plant trees and recognise plant problems

Level 3

GROIT303 - Plant primary products and factors that influence their profitability PLANT303 - Plant processes, identify weeds their control and identify amenity plants

SUBJECT: GROIT – Plant Propagation, Management and Soils (GROIT101) PURPOSE: This course provides students with the opportunity to develop their understanding and skills in horticulture, plant propagation, plant management and soil management. This is could be an academic pathway or purely plant interest pathway. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Primary industries. Apprenticeship or Polytechnic or University study, needed for a career such as Amenity Horticulture, Fruit Production, Vegetable Production, Nursery Production, Viticulture, Floristry, Landscaping, Horticultural Consultant, Science technician, Crop Production Manager, Forestry, Marketing Manager, Orchard Manager, Insectary Manager, Vegetable Farm Manager, Quality Controller and many more. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: It would help if you have completed the year 10 Horticulture course or if you are interested in Horticulture and Science and could be successful in external assessments. COURSE OUTLINE: During this course students will carry out plant propagation techniques such as sowing seeds, pricking out seedlings, planting out or potting on seedlings, making cuttings, grafting plants, maintain propagation tools and understand plant management practices related to plant physiology. This course will also provide students with an understanding of soils and how they are managed to improve plant growth. A mixture of external and internal assessments. This course is eligible for subject endorsement. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $30 materials cost, $20 fieldtrip plus $10 workbook ASSESSMENT INFORMATION: Standards will be selected from the list below depending on student pathway.

Standard Title Level Number Type of Standard

Type of Assessment

Number of Credits

Literacy or Numeracy?

Demonstrate practical skills used in agriculture or horticulture production.

1 90517 Achievement Internal 4 -

Demonstrate knowledge of basic plant propagation techniques.

1 90923 Achievement Internal 4 Literacy

Demonstrate knowledge of horticultural plant management practices and related plant physiology.

1 90924 Achievement External 5 Literacy

Demonstrate knowledge of soil management practices


Prepare and sow outdoor seedbeds manually

1 1 Unit Internal 5 -

Grow and maintain plants in containers from seed


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CAREERS AND TRANSITION

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

EMPLY101 - Community and Employment studies

Level 2

EMPLY202 - Community and Employment studies.

Level 3

Follow Individual Vocational Pathway

SUBJECT: EMPLY - Community and Employment Studies (EMPLY101) PURPOSE: To develop students in the key competences for work and participating in the community. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Primary, Social and Community, Creative. The core knowledge and skills complement a range of subject areas at Level 2 including progression on to Year 12 Community and Employment Studies, Gateway and Trades Academy. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: A positive attitude and the desire to achieve. COURSE OUTLINE: This course offers a range of Level 1 unit standards relevant to the workplace. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs only. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits

UE Literacy or

Numeracy?

Describe Community Service


Fill in a Form 1 3483 Unit Internal 2 -

Incident Report 1 3490 Unit Internal 2 -

Be interviewed 1 1293 Unit Internal 2 -

Produce a CV 1 504 Unit Internal 2 -

Employment Rights 1 1978 Unit Internal 3 -

Requirements & expectations of employees


Unit standards may change to meet student needs.

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COMMERCE

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1 Course 1 LEMMY 101

Level 2

MAMCY 201

Level 3

SEMMY 301

SUBJECT: Let’s Make Money (LEMMY101)

PURPOSE: To learn how a small business works and manages its employees.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Careers in Primary, Service or Creative Industries, Self-employment or

Tertiary education.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Open entry, Year 9 / Year 10 Commerce desirable but not compulsory.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course will give the learner opportunity to learn the features of a small

business, focusing on Human Resources and also a practical component of carrying out a business

activity. Assessments are a mix of internal projects and External examination. Students can combine

the work they may do for Hospitality, Technology, Physical Education or Horticulture with their

Business activity.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $20 – Workbook and $30 – Educational trips (approximately).

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:

Standard Title Level Number Standard

Type Type of

Assessment Credits

Literacy/ Numeracy

Demonstrate an understanding of internal features of a small business.


Apply the marketing mix to a new or existing product.


Investigate aspects of human resource processes in a business.


Carry out and review a product-based business activity within a classroom context with direction.


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COMMERCE

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

GIMMA 101

Level 2

MAMMA 202

Level 3 Both Accounting and

Economics are UE Approved subjects and will be offered if

there are enough students.

SUBJECT: Getting Introduced to Money Matters (GIMMA101)

PURPOSE: To gain the basic knowledge of Accounting and Economics relevant across different

streams.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Careers in Primary, Service or Creative Industries, Self-employment

or Tertiary education.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: None.

COURSE OUTLINE: Learn the basics of Economics as applied to Business and gain the skills for

Accounting for Small business and other entities. Learners will gain knowledge of Economic

behaviour of individuals. Assessments are mainly Internal with one externally assessed

standard. Concepts of different components that make up the economy will be clear to the

learner as well as a foundation level knowledge of Accounting will be gained.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $30 – Workbooks (2) and $30 – Educational trips

(approximately).


Standard Title Level Number Standard

Type Type of

Assessment Credits

Literacy/ Numeracy

Accounting

Demonstrate understanding of accounting concepts for an entity that operates accounting subsystems.


Process financial transactions for a small entity.


Economics

Demonstrate understanding of a government choice where affected groups have different viewpoints

1 90987

Achievement

Internal 4 Literacy

Demonstrate understanding of the interdependence of sectors of the New Zealand economy.

1 90988

Achievement

Internal 3 Literacy

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ENGLISH SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGAW101

There is currently no progression for this course.

SUBJECT: Level 1 English and Animal Welfare (ENGAW101) PURPOSE: The purpose of this course is to use your interest in animals and their welfare to develop your spoken, written and reading skills. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Careers in Service Industries, Social and Community Services. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You struggle with English and have an interest in animals, how they are looked after by people, law and society. COURSE OUTLINE: You will cover a range of written and spoken texts about animals and their welfare. This includes domestic animals such as cats and dogs, farm animals, entertainment animals and animals used for scientific purposes. We will look at the issues in animal abuse and neglect, battery farming (particularly with pigs and chickens), the conditions for circus animals and other animals that perform for human entertainment. You will have opportunities to hear from visiting speakers who work with animals and/or have an interest in their welfare. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs, and printing costs to print out assessments. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Read about life experiences


Write Letters


Listening Techniques


Converse with others


Create a visual text


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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGCT101

Level 2

ENGCT121

Level 3

Any other English course

SUBJECT: Level 1 Conspiracy Theories (ENGCT121) This course is open to Year 11 and Year 12. PURPOSE: The purpose of this level 1 English course is to focus on the critical analyse of ‘reliable evidence’ surrounding conspiracy theories, and show how the English language can be manipulated to convey information of a dubious quality. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You struggle with English. An interest in popular conspiracies and urban legends. COURSE OUTLINE: You will cover a range of English language media (written and visual) that support and deny scientific theories such as climate change, the moon landing, GM food, evolution and vaccinations. There will also be an examination of popular conspiracies, for example The Illuminati, UFO cover-ups. You will critically analyse these texts, the main objective being to investigate their veracity. Is the truth really out there? COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs, and printing costs to print out assessments. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), using supporting evidence.


Construct and deliver an oral text.


Explain significant connections across texts, using supporting evidence.


Use information literacy skills to form conclusions.


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Level 1

ENGCR101

Level 2

ENGCR323 and/or


Level 3

ENGCR323 and/or


SUBJECT: Level 1 Creative Writing (ENGCR101) PURPOSE: This course aims to develop your interest in writing poetry, short stories or even a novel. You will have opportunities to share your writing with other students and read theirs. You are suited to this course if you are interested in the way authors write and want to find out more tips and techniques for effective writing. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: An interest in developing your own personal writing style is recommended. COURSE OUTLINE: You will spend the year writing your own short stories and poetry. If you are interested in novel writing, you can explore on-line novel writing forums as well as getting feedback on your novel. You will research an aspect of the craft of writing, or a specific author/author’s style. Copious amounts of wide reading is expected. You will give and receive peer feedback. You will aspire to enter writing competitions and will develop pieces that could be submitted for publication. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: You will need to printing money so you can print out assessment pieces and make copies of your work for your feedback group. Stationery costs. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Produce creative writing.


Form personal responses to independently read texts, supported by evidence.


Show understanding of unfamiliar written text(s) through close reading, using supporting evidence.


Express ideas in writing and write an original story.


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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGDY101

Level 2

ENGDY202

Level 3

ENGDY303

SUBJECT: Level 1 English and Dystopia (ENGDY101) PURPOSE: This is an academic course of study, thematically linked through the study of texts with a focus on dystopia. You will be a student seeking endorsements and one who could use this thematic, academic study, incorporating critical literary theory, to gain Scholarship English at Year 13. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: At Level 1, Merit or Excellence for JCEA, with at least one essay in the English exam at Merit or Excellence level. COURSE OUTLINE: You will focus on the theme of dystopia, looking at a future in which a ‘perfect’ society is maintained through governmental, totalitarian, moral, religious or corporate control. You will examine written and visual texts exploring these ideas, and make links to contemporary society. You will be a student interested in reading and viewing a wide range of fiction and non-fiction texts. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs (folder, refill). You may be encouraged to purchase some texts. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits




Produce formal writing.




Use information literacy skills to form conclusion(s)


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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGHL101

Level 2

ENGHL202 and/or


Level 3


SUBJECT: Level 1 History and Literature (ENGHL101) PURPOSE: This course aims to enhance your English skills through the focus of history. The filter will be texts with an historic element, and depth of understanding will be enhanced with further study and research into the time and background of the text. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: An interest in history is recommended, but not necessary. COURSE OUTLINE: You will explore a range of literature (film, poetry, song lyrics, short story) and the history behind it; a range of texts with a common component will be the base of the exploration, and a history research component will be used to deepen your understanding of the time or event, and look at different perspectives. Possible topics include: Roman Legions, Medieval Times, Slavery and/or Black Civil Rights. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs, and providing own electronic device would be an advantage. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Create a visual text.


Explain significant connection(s) across texts, using supporting evidence.


Show understanding of visual and/or oral text(s) through close viewing and/or listening, using supporting evidence.


Show understanding of specified aspects of studied visual or oral text(s), using supporting evidence.


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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGJM101

Level 2

ENGJM202

Level 3

ENGJM323

SUBJECT: Journalism and Media (ENGJM101) PURPOSE: This is a course designed for those who are interested in developing their skills in the pre-Journalism/Media field. It will involve learning the art of reporting, interviewing, writing articles and producing a media product. PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports all other vocational pathways. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You need to have gained Merit or higher in either unfamiliar or essay section of your Year 10 exam. COURSE OUTLINE: Students will be provided with a range of opportunities for researching how we use social media and analyse advertising and different genre in the media. They will also complete some journalist article writing and create media products. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: You will need money to regularly top up your printing account so that you can print out assessments. Stationery costs. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Produce a Media Product

1 90994

Achievement Internal 6 Literacy

Writing Media Texts

1 90996


Demonstrate understanding of how individuals interact with the media

1 90989


Demonstrate understanding of selected elements of a media text

1 90990


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Level 1

ENGMB121

Level 2

ENGMB121

Level 3

Any English Course

SUBJECT: Level 1 English Make-up and Beauty (ENGMB121) This is a combined class of Year 11 and 12 students. PURPOSE: This course aims to develop core literacy skills in reading, writing and speaking in a Make-up and Beauty context. It will foster your interest in make-up and its role in society. You will form an understanding of the way magazines and their images influence our ideas about reality. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Careers in Service Industries, Social and Community Services. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You struggled in your year 10 English class and did not necessarily enjoy it. COURSE OUTLINE: You will critically examine western ideals of beauty. You will look at magazines and other advertising material that promotes make-up and perfume and analyse these. You will watch YouTube clips and critique how successful these instructions are. You will develop your own skills in an aspect of make-up and beauty that you are interested in and present or record a demonstration. You will research other ideals of beauty as well as researching into the representation of women and men in media. This course is founded on the three core generic functional literacy Unit Standards and one level one Achievement Standard. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: You will need money to regularly top up your printing account so that you can print out assessments. Stationery costs. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Write to communicate ideas for a purpose and an audience

1 26622 Unit Internal 4 Literacy

Read texts with understanding


Actively participate in spoken interactions


Show understanding of visual text(s) through close viewing and/or listening, using supporting evidence.


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Level 1

ENGMV123

Level 2

ENGMV123

Level 3

ENGMV123

SUBJECT: Maori Voices in English (ENGMV123) This class is open to Year 11, 12 and 13 students. PURPOSE: This course will develop your awareness of the representation of Maori in literature and in society. You will further develop your understanding of a Maori world view. You will develop an appreciation of the impact Maori authors have had in creating New Zealand Literature and the influence Te Reo has had on the development of New Zealand English. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: An interest in the representation of Maori in language and literature COURSE OUTLINE: The structure of your learning will include many opportunities for group work and collaboration. You will learn with others by listening to other people’s ideas and talking about your own views and identity. You will look at the stories, poetry, oratory and film of Maori authors and of relevant non-Maori authors. You do not have to be Maori to take this course, but you need to have an interest in Maori voices and issues. You can repeat this course in Year 12 and Year 13 to deepen your understanding and be assessed at Level 2 and 3. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery and printing costs. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Show an understanding of specified aspects of studied written text (s), using supporting evidence.


Converse with others 1 10792 Unit

Internal 2 -

Be interviewed informally 1 1293 Unit

Internal 2 -

Use information literacy skills to form conclusion(s).




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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGPS123

Level 2

ENGPS123 and/or


Level 3

ENGPS123 and/or


SUBJECT: Level 1 Pasifika Studies (ENGPS123) This class is open to Year 11, 12 and 13 students. PURPOSE: This course will develop your awareness of the representation of Pasifika in literature. You will further develop your understanding of Pasifika writers and Pasifika voices. This course is about who you are and your voice. You will have the opportunity to share your story, your identity and your family’s journey. It is about the special flavour that Pasifika writers bring to the world of literature. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students that may have struggled with Year 10 English and who possibly do not enjoy English. This course is aimed at students that are interested in working in service industries and social and community services. COURSE OUTLINE: You will learn about Pacific literature in this course. You will learn to appreciate personal recounts and stories written for Pasifika people, by Pasifika and Palagi authors. You will be able to identify and understand what it means to be a Pasifika writer and appreciate Pasifika humour. You will also have the opportunity to write your own story based on a Pasifika myth. This course is for everyone who is interested in Pasifika culture. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: You will need to printing money so you can print out assessment pieces, you will also need money for trips as well as regular stationery costs. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits




Construct and deliver an oral text


Produce Creative Writing


Express ideas in writing and write an original story.


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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGPR101

Level 2

ENGPR202

Level 3


SUBJECT: Level 1 Persuasion (ENGPR101) PURPOSE: The purpose of this Level 1 English course is to focus on how the English language is manipulated to argue a point. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: An interest in public speaking and debating. COURSE OUTLINE: You will cover a range of English media that are intended to persuade including: documentary; oratory; debating; advertising; persuasive writing. You will analyse these texts and but the big focus is on creating your own. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs and costs of trips. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), using supporting evidence.




Create and deliver an oral text.




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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGRD212

Level 2

ENGRD212 Any other English course

Level 3


SUBJECT: Level 1 English and Reading (ENGRD212) This is a class for both Year 11 and 12 students. PURPOSE: This course aims to develop your reading skills both in finding information and in reading for pleasure. We will read a range of material and you will be challenged to read increasingly sophisticated texts. We will spend a lot of time reviewing books and discussing our thoughts. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: An enjoyment of reading (and a willingness to read beyond your comfort zone). An enjoyment of sharing, discussing and recommending books. COURSE OUTLINE: We will read a variety of texts including non-fiction, poetry, autobiography and fiction. We will explore how texts can connect to one another and write about them in a variety of ways. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs and some printing money. BYOD if possible. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits






Use information literacy skills to form conclusion(s).




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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGSL101

Level 2

ENGSP123

Level 3

ENGSP123

SUBJECT: Level 1 English Sport and literacy focusing on the gathering evidence from a sports context for the

functional literacy unit standards (ENGSL101).

PURPOSE: This course aims to develop core literacy skills in reading, writing and speaking in a sporting context.

Students’ passion in sports should motivate them to gain these vital level one credits.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Service Industries and Social and Community Services.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You struggled in your year 10 English class and did not necessarily enjoy it.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course is founded on the three core generic functional literacy Unit Standards and one

level one Achievement Standard.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: You will need money to regularly top up your printing account so that you

can print out assessments. Stationery costs.



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Write to communicate ideas for a purpose and an audience.


Read texts with understanding.


Actively participate in spoken interactions.




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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGSP101

Level 2

ENGSP232

Level 3

ENGSP232

SUBJECT: Level 1 English and Sport (ENGSP123) This class is open to Year 11, 12 and 13 students. PURPOSE: This course aims to develop the English skills of reading, writing and speaking through the study of texts related to sport and competition. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study or careers in sport, health and fitness. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You have an interest in sport, and feel confident with your writing, reading and speaking skills. COURSE OUTLINE: You will engage with a range of written and visual texts with specific focus on the theme of sport and competition, how it affects individuals, groups and society. You will have scope to explore fiction and non-fiction texts related to a particular sport of interest and be expected to read, write and speak about these texts. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs (folder, refill); there may be some scope to engage in the sports that are being studied in the texts. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), using supporting evidence.






Show understanding of visual/or oral texts(s) through close viewing and/or listening, using supporting evidence.


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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGUD121

Level 2

ENGUD121

Level 3


SUBJECT: Level 1 English & the Undead (ENGUD121) This course is open to Year 11 and Year 12. PURPOSE: The purpose of this level 1 English course is to build on writing and reading skills by investigating the origins of Gothic and Horror literature, through critical analysis of classic and contemporary novels, short stories, film, and its influence on popular culture. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is for students considering a pathway that will lead to University study. This course also supports any other vocational pathway. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You have struggled with English. An interest in Gothic and Horror literature, both reading and writing. COURSE OUTLINE: You will investigate the development of the romanticisation of the undead, in books and on-screen, with an emphasis on vampires and zombies. Possible texts may include, Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein”, Anne Rice’s “Interview with the Vampire”, and Isaac Marion’s “Warm Bodies”. You will independently read texts in this genre and form your own personal responses. There will also be an opportunity to write your own Undead fiction. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Stationery costs, and printing costs to print out assessments. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Show understanding of specified aspects of studied written text


Produce creative writing


Show understanding of visual text through close viewing


Form personal responses to independently read texts, supported by evidence


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ENGLISH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ENGWA101

Level 2

Any other English Course(s)

Level 3

Any other English Course(s)

SUBJECT: English and War (ENGWA101)

PURPOSE: This course allows you to study and create varying texts that focus on the genre of war.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course supports any vocational pathway.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: An interest in the effects of war and the literature produced.

COURSE OUTLINE: You will study how war is portrayed through different texts such as poetry, novel, film, short

stories, and song lyrics. You will gain an understanding of how wars begin, the effects they have on people, and

how people respond to those effects through literature. You will create texts based on the theme of war

including creative writing and static image. There are no exams for this course.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: You will need printing money so you can print out assessment pieces.

Stationery costs.



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Produce creative writing.






Show understanding of visual text(s) through close viewing and/or listening, using supporting evidence.


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LEARNING LANGUAGES

SUBJECT PATH: German

Level 1

LLGER101

Level 2

LLGER202

LLGEP202

LLGER222

Level 3

LLGER303

LLGEP303

LLGER333

SUBJECT: German Level 1 Core Course (LLGER101)

PURPOSE: If you are considering studying German in a professional sense and/or at University.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Services industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries,

Primary Industries

University study (Bachelor of Arts), Interpreter, Translator, Author, Teacher, Linguist, Immigration Officer,

Admissions Officer, Overseas to the target language countries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 9 and 10 German, with a satisfactory standard, indicates ability to succeed at the

level.

COURSE OUTLINE: Study the language of German and German culture for academic purposes covering a variety of

topics such as home, town, free time.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $30.00 (dictionary – optional)


Standard Title Level Number Type of

Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of

Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Demonstrate understanding of a

variety of spoken German texts on

areas of most immediate

relevance.

OR

Demonstrate Understanding of a

variety of German texts on areas

of most immediate relevance.

1

1

90883

90886

Achievement External 5 -

Interact using spoken German to

communicate personal

information, ideas and opinions in

different situations.

1 90885

Achievement Internal 5 -

Write a variety of text types in

German on areas of most

immediate relevance.

1 90887


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LEARNING LANGUAGES


Level 1

LLGEP101

Level 2

LLGEP202

LLGER222

Level 3

LLGEP303

LLGER333

SUBJECT: German Level 1 Career Pathway Course (LLGEP101) PURPOSE: This course will help prepare you for a Vocational Pathways endorsement in the Service Industry/Social and Community Service sectors Pathway. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Services industries, Social and Community Services: Overseas to the target language countries, Import/Export Agent, Travel Agent, Tour Guide RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 9 and 10 German, with a satisfactory standard, indicates ability to succeed at the level.

COURSE OUTLINE: Combine the study of German with other subject areas you are interested in for a career-focused application of the German language. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $30.00 (dictionary – optional) ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:

Compulsory:


Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of

Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Interact using spoken German

to communicate personal

information, ideas and opinions

in different situations.

1 90885



German on areas of most


1 90886


Option (choose one/two)


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Make a financial decision for an individual or group (Accounting)

1 90981

Achievement Internal 3 Literacy*

Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome (Digital Technologies)

1 91073


Write media texts for a specific target audience (Media Studies)

1 90996


* if completed in English

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LEARNING LANGUAGES


Level 1

LLGER111

Level 2

LLGER222

Level 3

LLGER333

SUBJECT: German Level 1 Extension Course (LLGER111)

PURPOSE: If you are considering studying German in a professional sense and/or at University.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Services industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries,

Primary Industries

University Study (Bachelor of Arts), Interpreter, Translator, Author, Teacher, Linguist, Immigration Officer,


RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 9 and 10 German, with a satisfactory standard, indicates ability to succeed at the

level. NOTE: you can only choose this class if you are also taking LLGER101 or LLGEP101.

COURSE OUTLINE: Extend your German in a supported but self-directed environment.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: N/A



Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of

Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Demonstrate understanding of

a variety of spoken German

texts on areas of most


OR


a variety of German texts on

areas of most immediate

relevance.

1

1

90883

90886


Give a spoken presentation in

German that communicates a

personal response.

1 90884


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LEARNING LANGUAGES

SUBJECT PATH: Japanese

Level 1

LLJPN101

Level 2

LLJPN202

LLJPP202

LLJPN222

Level 3

LLJPN303

LLJPP303

LLJPN333

SUBJECT: Japanese Level 1 Core Course (LLJPN101)

PURPOSE: If you are considering studying Japanese in a professional sense and/or at University.

PATHWAY: Services Industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries,

Primary Industries

University study (Bachelor of Arts), Interpreter, Translator, Author, Teacher, Linguist, Immigration Officer,


RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 9 and 10 Japanese, with a satisfactory standard, indicates ability to succeed at the

level.

COURSE OUTLINE: Study the language of Japanese and Japanese culture for academic purposes covering a variety

of topics such as town, shopping, party, home.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $35.00 (web-based learning and vocabulary book).



Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Demonstrate

understanding of a variety

of spoken Japanese texts

on areas of most


1 90893


Interact using spoken

Japanese to communicate

personal information, ideas

and opinions in different

situations.

1 90895


Write a variety of text

types in Japanese on areas

of most immediate

relevance.

1 90897


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LEARNING LANGUAGE SUBJECT PATH: Japanese

Level 1

LLJPP101

Level 2

LLJPN202

LLJPP202

LLJPN222

Level 3

LLJPN303

LLJPP303

LLJPN333

SUBJECT: Japanese Level 1 Career Pathway Course (LLJPP101)

PURPOSE: This course will help prepare you for a Vocational Pathways endorsement in the Service Industry/Social

and Community Service sectors Pathway.

PATHWAY: Services industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries, Primary Industries.

Overseas to the target language countries, Import/Export Agent, Travel Agent, Tour Guide.


level.

COURSE OUTLINE: Combine the study of Japanese with other subject areas you are interested in for a career

focused application of the Japanese language.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $35.00 (web-based learning and vocabulary book).

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION: Compulsory:


Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of

Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Interact using spoken Japanese to

communicate personal information,

ideas and opinions in different

situations.

1 90885



Japanese on areas of most immediate

relevance.

1 90886


Option (choose one/two)


Type of Assessment

Number of

Credits


Make a financial decision for an individual or group (Accounting).

1 90981


Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome (Digital Technologies).

1 91073


Write media texts for a specific target audience (Media Studies).

1 90996


* if completed in English

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LEARNING LANGUAGES

SUBJECT PATH: Japanese

Level 1

LLJPN111

Level 2

LLJPN222

Level 3

LLJPN333

SUBJECT: Japanese level 1 Extension Course (LLJPN111)

PURPOSE: If you are considering studying Japanese in a professional sense and/or at University.

PATHWAY: Services Industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries.

University study (Bachelor of Arts),Interpreter, Translator, Author, Teacher, Linguist, Immigration Officer,



level.

NOTE: you can only choose this class if you are also taking LLJPN101 or LLJPP101.

COURSE OUTLINE: Extend your Japanese in a supported but self-directed environment.




Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Demonstrate understanding

of a variety of Japanese

texts on areas of most


1 90896


Give a spoken presentation

in Japanese that

communicates a personal

response.

1 90894


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LEARNING LANGUAGES

SUBJECT PATH: Te Reo Māori

Level 1

LLMAO101

Level 2

LLMAO202

Level 3

LLMAO303

SUBJECT: Te Reo Maori Level 1 with Internals (LLMAO101)

PURPOSE: To extend the language learnt in year 10 Maori and to gain more fluency in reading, writing, listening

and speaking in Te Reo Maori.

PATHWAY: Services Industries, Social and Community Services, Creative industries, Primary industries.

University study (Bachelor of Arts), Translator, Author, Teacher, Linguist, and Government worker.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 9 and 10 Te Reo Māori, with a satisfactory standard, indicates ability to succeed at

the level.

COURSE OUTLINE: The intention is Maori to be a “living” language, to be used in communication, song, dance, art,

crafts and ceremony, in relevant situations. The approach to Maori at this level is audio-lingual, reading

comprehension and written composition.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $25.00 (web-based learning - optional).



Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Whakarongo kia mōhio i

te reo o tōna ao

1 91085


Kōrero kia whakamahi I te

reo o tōna ao

1 91086


Waihanga tuhinga I te reo

o tōna ao

1 91089


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LEARNING LANGUAGES

SUBJECT PATH: Te Reo Māori

Level 1

LLMAE123

Level 2

LLMAO202

LLMAE123

Level 3

LLMAO303

LLMAE123

SUBJECT: Te Reo Maori Level 1 with Externals (LLMAE123)

PURPOSE: Study for the external reading and writing standards.

PATHWAY: Services Industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries, Primary Industries.

University study (Bachelor of Arts), Translator, Author, Teacher, Linguist, and Government worker.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 9 and 10 Te Reo Māori, with a satisfactory standard, indicates ability to succeed at

the level. Must be doing Level One Te Reo (LLMAO101).

COURSE OUTLINE: This is an extension line for those wishing to sit the Level one Maori exams.




Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Pānui kia mōhio ki te reo o

tōna ao

1 91087

Achievement External 6 Literacy

Tuhi i te reo o tōna ao

1 91088

Achievement External 6 Literacy

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LEARNING LANGUAGES

SUBJECT PATH: Te Reo Māori Career Pathway Course

Level 1

LLMAC123

Level 2

LLMAC123

Level 3

LLMAC123

SUBJECT: Maori Language and Culture Level 1 Pathway Course (LLMAC123)

PURPOSE: To extend knowledge and understanding of Maori culture.

PATHWAY: Services Industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries, Primary Industries.

University study (Bachelor of Arts), Translator, Author, Teacher, Linguist, Tourism and Government worker.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Only available to those studying Te Reo or Maori performing arts and culture.

COURSE OUTLINE: Extension class for Te Reo Maori or Maori performing arts and culture to build on what you are

already learning.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $10



Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Whakawhitiwhiti korero mama

tetahi ki tetahi


Tuhituhi korero mama tetahi ki

tetahi


Pānui i ngā tuhinga kōrero māmā

mō te tangata


AND/OR


Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number of

Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Demonstrate knowledge of tākaro

Māori


Describe the actions and

characteristics of a selected atua

in accordance with tikanga


Describe the migration from

Hawaiki and initial settlement of

Aotearoa in accordance with

tikanga


Demonstrate knowledge of

Carving


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LEARNING LANGUAGES

SUBJECT PATH: Māori Performing Arts

Level 1

LLMPA123

Level 2

LLMPA123

Level 3

LLMPA123

SUBJECT: Maori Performing Arts Level 1 (LLMPA123)

PURPOSE: Explore aspects of Maori performance and Maori culture.

PATHWAY: Services Industries, Social and Community Services, Creative Industries. Tourism, government jobs.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Kapa Haka involvement is essential.

COURSE OUTLINE: Learn and demonstrate aspects of Maori performance and culture.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $50.00



Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number

of Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Demonstrate Performance

components of Māori

Performing Arts.

1 22752

Unit Internal 3 -

Demonstrate knowledge of

people associated with Māori

Performing Arts.

1 22753

Unit Internal 3 -

Demonstrate knowledge of the

origins of Māori Performing

Arts.

1 22754

Unit Internal 3 -

Demonstrate knowledge of a

Māori Performing Arts costume

ensemble.

1 22755

Unit Internal 3 -

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LEARNING SUPPORT

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

TAP101

Level 2

TAP202

SUBJECT: Te Awhina Programme Level 1 (TAP101)

PURPOSE: This is a literacy focused programme for student who have a SLD or who find literacy based work a

challenge.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course supports entry requirements to a variety of vocational courses and

programmes within the community and supports the requirements for entry into some Level 2 courses next year.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Students are selected or invited into this class through consultation with their Dean and

Head of Learning Support. Students must demonstrate a positive attitude and a desire to achieve is essential.

COURSE OUTLINE: This is a course for those who find it difficult to achieve success in school: for those who require

more support; who have become disengaged; or who need an alternative pathway to achieve NCEA Level 1. This

course offers a range of Level 1 Unit Standards relevant to the workplace.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Students will be required to provide their own folder, dividers, refill and

basic writing equipment.

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION: All standards offered are Unit Standards and are internally assessed.


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Write formal personal correspondence


Fill in a form


Demonstrate knowledge of and apply listening techniques


Independently read texts about life experiences which relate to a personal identified interest


Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of alcohol and other drugs


Participate and communicate in a team or group to complete a routine task


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PURE MATHEMATICS

SUBJECT PATH: Mathematics with Algebra

Level 1

MATAL101

Level 2

MATAL 202

MATST 202

Level 3

MATCA 303

MATST 303

SUBJECT: Mathematics with Algebra (MATAL101) PURPOSE: This course consolidates and extends the work from Year 10 Mathematics. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Construction and Infrastructure, Manufacture and Technology, Primary Industries, Creative Industries. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Merit to Excellence in most year 10 tests. COURSE OUTLINE: This is a comprehensive course that is directed at students who want to pursue a more academic course. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Scientific calculator and $20 work book. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:

MCAT will be done during the third term


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems

1

91027

Achievement Standard

External

4

Numeracy

Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs.

1

91028


External

4

Numeracy

Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement problems.

1

91032


Internal

3

Numeracy

Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle.

1

91036


Internal

4

Numeracy

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MATHEMATICS SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

MACON 101

Level 2

MATRW 202

SUBJECT: Mathematics in Construction (MACON 101) PURPOSE: Combining various Achievement Standards that is useful in a construction set up. This course can be used give a greater insight to the use of Mathematics in a Construction setting. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Construction and Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Technology, Primary Industries, Creative Industries. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Passing year 10 Maths test will be used as a prerequisite. COURSE OUTLINE:

The course will be divided into 2 semesters. During the first semester students will be working on achieving the first 7 credits on offer in this course and the other 8 during the second semester.

The course will be assessed using a portfolio of work. This will mean that the students will not sit a test at the end of the semesters.

The Achievement Standards will be combined.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Scientific calculator and $20 work book. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION: All achievement Standards will be internally assessed in the form of portfolios:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Apply numeric reasoning in solving problems

1

91026

Achievement

Internal

4

Numeracy

Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement problems.

1

91031

Achievement

Internal

3

Numeracy

Apply linear algebra in solving problems

1

91029

Achievement

Internal

3

Numeracy

Apply measurement in solving problems

1

91030

Achievement

Internal

3

Numeracy

Apply transformational geometry in solving problems

1

91034

Achievement

Internal

2

Numeracy

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MATHEMATICS

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

MATHOS 101

Level 2

MATRW 202

SUBJECT: Mathematics in Hospitality (MATHO 101) PURPOSE: Combining various Achievement Standards that is useful in a construction set up. This course can be used to give a greater insight to the use of Mathematics in a Hospitality setting. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Manufacture and Infrastructure, Primary Industries, Creative Industries. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Passing year 10 Maths test will be used as a prerequisite. COURSE OUTLINE:



The Achievement Standards will be combined.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Scientific calculator and $20 work book. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:

All achievement Standards will be internally assessed in the form of portfolios:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Apply numeric reasoning in solving problems

1

91026

Achievement

Internal

4

Numeracy


1

91030

Achievement

Internal

3

Numeracy

Apply transformation geometry in solving problems

1

91034

Achievement

Internal

2

Numeracy

Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical inquiry cycle

1

91035

Achievement

Internal

3

Numeracy

Investigate a given bivariate numerical data using the statistical inquiry cycle

1

91036

Achievement

Internal

3

Numeracy

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MATHEMATICS

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

MATSP 101

Level 2

MATRW 202

SUBJECT: Mathematics in Sport (MATSP101) PURPOSE: To incorporate sporting values in the use of Mathematics. Contextualise the use of various Mathematics Achievement Standards in a Sport setting. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Construction and Infrastructure, Manufacture and Technology, Primary Industries, Creative Industries. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Passing year 10 will be a prerequisite. COURSE OUTLINE:



Some of the Statistics standards will have a literacy component to it as well.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Scientific calculator and $20 work book. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:

All achievement standards will be internally assessed in the form of a portfolio:

Standard Title Level Number Standard Assessment Number of

Credits


Apply numerical reasoning in solving problems

1 91026 Achievement

Internal 4 Numeracy


1 91030 Achievement Internal 3 Numeracy

Apply geometric representations in solving problems

1

91033

Achievement Internal

3

Numeracy

Apply transformation geometry in solving problems

1

91034


2

Numeracy

Investigate bivariate numerical data using the statistical inquiry cycle

1

91036


3

Numeracy

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MATHEMATICS

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

MATST 101

Level 2

MATST 202

MATRW 202

Level 3

MATST 303

SUBJECT: Mathematics with Statistics (MATST101) PURPOSE: This course is designed for students with an interest in the biological and social sciences, commerce and administration, or any field where the collection of data is important. This course can be followed by level 2 Statistics. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Primary Industries, Creative Industries, Service Industries, Manufacture and Technology. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Achieved year 10 Statistics and probability at Merit or Excellence level. COURSE OUTLINE: It has combinations of internal and external credits. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: A scientific calculator and a $12 workbook. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION: There are 15 Level 1 credits on offer in this course:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Apply numerical reasoning in solving problems

1

91026

Achievement

Internal

4

Numeracy

Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs.

1

91028

Achievement

External

4

Numeracy

Investigate a given bivariate data set using a statistical enquiry cycle.

1

91035

Achievement

Internal

3

Numeracy

Demonstrate understanding of chance and data

1

91036

Achievement

External

3

Numeracy

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MATHEMATICS SUBJECT PATH: MATHEMATICS

Level 1

MATUS 101

SUBJECT: Mathematics with Unit Standards (MATUS101) PURPOSE: To assist students who struggle with Mathematics. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Construction and Infrastructure, Manufacture and Technology, Primary Industries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 10 Mathematics will be used as a prerequisite. COURSE OUTLINE: This course is made up out of Unit Standards. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Calculator and $10 work book. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:

All achievement Standards will be internally assessed in the form of portfolios:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Use number to solve problems.

1 26623 Unit Internal 4 Numeracy

Use measurement to solve problems.

1 26627 Unit Internal 3 Numeracy

Use statistical information for a purpose.

1

26626

Unit

Internal

3

Numeracy

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PERFORMING ARTS

SUBJECT PATH: Drama

Level 1

Foundation Drama DRA101

Theatre Design & Technology DRDES101

Level 2

Acting DRACT202

Directing Theatre DRDIR202


Level 3

Acting DRACT303 UE Approved



SUBJECT: Foundation Drama (DRA101) PURPOSE: This course is designed to give students a solid foundation of acting and drama creation skills. It has a strong focus on teamwork skills and building confidence. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Creative Industries and Service Industries. This course leads onto the three Level 2/3 Drama courses and complements the Performing Arts Theatre Design and Technology course well. It also assists students in preparing for careers in the arts, customer service, management and all fields that requires teamwork or presentation. RECOMMENDED ENTRY:

Completion of Year 10 Drama including a demonstrated reliability and willingness to work in groups.

Students must be willing to participate in co-curricular activities/attend out of school rehearsals.

Entry by audition can be negotiated. COURSE OUTLINE: This core drama course gives students a taste of the different aspects of performance. They create their own performance in a group based on a theme, work with scripts and collaborate on a class play or series of scenes. There are a number of public performances throughout the year. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $35 Theatre Performance Trip and $30 donation towards script costs, costuming, make up and production costs. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Drama Techniques


Group Devising


Perform a role


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PERFORMING ARTS TECHNOLOGIES

SUBJECT PATH: Drama

Level 1

Foundation Drama DRA101


Level 2

Acting DRACT202



Level 3

Acting DRACT303 UE Approved



SUBJECT: Level 1 Theatre Design & Technologies (DRDES101) PURPOSE: This course is designed for those interested in gaining practical skills in the technologies of theatre such as lighting, costume, make-up, props, set or other theatre production roles. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Creative Industries. These practical skills are useful in supporting a range of live performances (theatre, music, public speakers, photography, and film). This course helps prepare those students wishing to continue on with technical roles whether professionally, in further study or in volunteer work. RECOMMENDED ENTRY:

Year 10 Drama is suggested

A willingness to assist with co-curricular events

Able to attend rehearsals and performances outside of school time. COURSE OUTLINE: In this multi-level course students would learn practical and design skills in lighting, set, props,

costume and makeup. They create the designs for performing arts events such as school productions, Drama

productions and others. The course would be tailored to each student, with them completing 12-16 Unit Standards

credits.

This class is designed to have Level 1/2/3 students taught together.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $35 Theatre Performance Trip + $30 donation towards script costs, costuming, make up and production costs. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Lighting 1 26686 Unit Internal 4 -

Prop/Set making 1 26690 Unit Internal 3 -

Costume 1 26689 Unit Internal 3 -

Make up 1 26688 Unit Internal 4 -

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PERFORMING ARTS

SUBJECT PATH: Music

Level 1

MUS101

Level 2

MUS202

Level 3

MUS303 (UE approved)

SUBJECT: MUSIC LEVEL 1 (MUS101)

PURPOSE: This course is designed to introduce students to a serious study of Music. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Creative Industries RECOMMENDED ENTRY:

At least two years of prior tuition on an instrument or voice (or be at the equivalent level of competency) and completion of the Y10 Music course to an adequate standard.

Students must have access to their own instrument for this course.

Students need to be prepared to consistently attend music tuition either through the itinerant music scheme or through a private tutor.

Students must be prepared to participate in a co-curricular musical activity.

Students may enter this course by audition and negotiation with the HOD Performing Arts. COURSE OUTLINE: This course will be individually tailored to students’ strengths and interests. The aspects covered in the course include Performance (solo and group), Composition, Music Studies and Score Reading (theory). Students will select, in consultation with the HOD, a course of 14-16 credits. Optional standards are also available. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $15 per term donation for itinerant lessons ($60 for the full year)

$18 approximately – workbook Access to their own instrument.



Type of Assessment

No. of Credits


Solo Performance


Group Performance


Composition


Music Works


Score Reading 1 91095 Achievement External 4 Literacy

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

PEDYE101 PEDYE202 PEDYE303

SUBJECT: Level 1 Do You Even Lift? (PEDYE101)

PURPOSE: This course is geared around those that see exercise science as a part of their future, including those

who have an interest in weight training and learning about the body in sport and fitness: examples of careers are:

PE teacher, personal trainer, Sports conditioner.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Service Industry.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: None.

COURSE OUTLINE: In this class you would: Learn about the body and muscles, safety in the gym, weight training

technique and fitness goals (gaining muscles, toning up, getting gains). Gaining 15 Unit Standards credits.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $30 per student to cover assessment costs, guest speakers and class

Armoury fee.



Standard Type of

Assessment

Number of

Credits


Demonstrate correct technique when using basic gym equipment

2 21793 Unit Internal

2 -

Demonstrate, instruct, and monitor static stretching


3 -

Demonstrate, instruct, and monitor safe and correct use of cardiovascular exercise equipment


3 -

Relate human anatomy and movement to gym equipment and static stretching


4 -

Demonstrate relevance of principles of nutrition to health


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PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH

SUBJECT PATH:


PEHEA101 PEHEA202 PEHEA303

SUBJECT: Level One Health Education (PEHEA101)

PURPOSE: This course is geared towards those that are interested in working with others and developing

interpersonal skills to be able to deal with difficult situations in their lives. It is hugely relationship based and

looks at ways you can enhance both your own well-being and the well-being of others.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Social & Community services, Service Industry, Creative Industries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: None

COURSE OUTLINE: In this class you will: focus on your own well-being and ways of improving it, understand

interpersonal skills needed to have effective relationships and make health-enhancing decisions in drug-related

situations.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Workbook/ worksheets- $15.



Standard Type of

Assessment

Number of

Credits

Literacy or Numeracy

Take action to enhance an aspect of personal well-being

1 90971

Achievement

Internal

3 -

Demonstrate understanding of ways in which well-being can

change and strategies to support well-being

1 91097

Achievement

Internal

4 -

Demonstrate understanding of strategies for promoting positive

sexuality 1

90974


4 -

Demonstrate understanding of issues to make health-enhancing

decisions in drug-related situations

1 90975

Achievement

External

4 -

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SUBJECT PATH:

PEPED101 PEBTF202 PEDYE202

PEBTF303 PEDYE303

SUBJECT: Level 1 Physical Education (PEPED101)

PURPOSE: This course is geared towards those that see sport as an important part of their future: player, coach,

PE teacher or sport management.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Social and Community Services, Service Industry, Creative Industries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Must have scored an average of 3 each term for Self-Management in Year 10 JCEA for

PE.

COURSE OUTLINE: In this class you will: Participate in a range of physical activities and evaluate participation in

these. You will also be assessed on your performance in a physical activity and your ability to improve in this

activity. Lastly you will have to demonstrate the use of interpersonal skills and explain how they affect others and

the functioning of your group team.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: To be confirmed.



Standard Type of

Assessment

Number of

Credits


Participate actively in a range of activities and explain the factors that influenced your participation

1 90962

Achievement

Internal

5 -

Demonstrate quality movement in a physical activity

1 90964

Achievement

Internal

3 -

Demonstrate interpersonal skills in a group setting and explain how these skills impact on others

1 90966

Achievement

Internal

4 -

Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe the outcomes

1 90967

Achievement

Internal

3 -

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SUBJECT PATH:


PEPEX101 PEBNS202 PEBTF202 PEDYE202

PEBNS303 PEBTF303 PEDYE303

SUBJECT: Level 1 Physical Education Extension (PEPEX101)

PURPOSE: This course is geared towards those that see sport as an important part of their future: player, coach,

PE teacher or sport management. It is especially aimed at students who excel in PE and are aiming at gaining a

Merit or Excellence endorsement. This is effectively a Level 1 extension PE class.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Social and Community Services, Service Industry, Creative Industries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Must have scored an average of 3 each term for Self- Management in Year 10 JCEA for

PE. You cannot take both PHYED101 and PHYEX101 as there are a number of standards which feature in both

courses.

COURSE OUTLINE: In this class you will: Be assessed on your performance in a physical activity and your ability to

improve in this activity. Look at ways in which you could improve your ability in a chosen physical activity through

the use of biophysical principles. Investigate how society influences how you, others and society participate in

physical activity.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: NA



Standard Type of

Assessment

Number of

Credits


Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity

1 90963

Achievement

Internal

5 -

Demonstrate quality movement in a physical activity

1 90964

Achievement

Internal

3 -

Demonstrate understanding of societal influences on physical activity and the implications for self and others

1 90965

Achievement

Internal

4 -

Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe the outcomes

1 90967

Achievement

Internal

3 -

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SCIENCE

SUBJECT PATH: SCIENCE

Level 1

SCIAS101

Level 2

CIBIO202 ACHEM202

FPHY202

Level 3

BIOS303 CHEMS303 PHY3S03

SUBJECT: Academy Science (SCIAS101)

PURPOSE: This course is designed for students who are considering studying a Level 2 course in Biology,

Chemistry or Physics. You can only take this course if you also take Core Science.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is suitable for students who may be considering a pathway that will lead

to University study, needed for careers such as Nursing, Physiotherapy, Medicine, Architecture, Engineering,

Teaching, Farm management, Scientist, Research and many more.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You have chosen Core Science and your Science teacher agrees that this is the

correct course for you.

COURSE OUTLINE: Science education has a dual purpose. First, to prepare students for further scientific study

and so to create the experts and specialists of the future. Second, to enhance scientific literacy and

understanding across society. An understanding of Science is an essential skill for all members of society in

order that they can make informed decisions on scientific and technological issues they will be faced with.

This course is an excellent choice if you have a passion for studying Science. You will study a mixture of

external and internal Achievement Standards. This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $25 workbook (approximately).



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation

1 90948

Achievement

External 4 Literacy

Demonstrate understanding of aspects of chemical reactions

1 90934

Achievement

External 4 -

Investigate implications of electricity and magnetism for everyday life

1 90941

Achievement

Internal 4 Numeracy

Report on a biological issue

1 90926

Achievement

Internal 3 Literacy

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SCIENCE

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

SCICS101

Level 2

CIBIO202 ACHEM202

FPHY202

Level 3

BIOS303 CHEMS303 PHYS303

SUBJECT: Core Science (SCICS101)

PURPOSE: This course is designed for students who are considering studying a Level 2 course in Biology, Chemistry

or Physics.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is suitable for students who may be considering a pathway that will lead to

Polytechnic or University study, needed for careers such as Nursing, Teaching, Farm Management, Occupational

Therapist, Forestry, Information Technology and many more.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You are interested in Science and could be successful in external assessments.

COURSE OUTLINE: An understanding of Science is an essential skill for all members of society in order that they

can make informed decisions on scientific and technological issues they will be faced with. This course is an

excellent choice for any student that enjoys Science and may be considering studying a Science subject in Year 12.

You will study a mixture of external and internal assessments. This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $25 workbook (approximately).



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases

1 90944


Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics

1 90940

Achievement External 4 Numeracy

Carry out a practical chemistry investigation with direction

1 90930

Achievement Internal 4 Numeracy

Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a linear Mathematical relationship

1 90935


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SCIENCE

SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

SCISH101

Level 2 CIBIO202 SCIIS202

SCIMB202 SCISC202 SCIEL202

Level 3

BIOS303 SCIIS303

SUBJECT: SPORT AND HEALTH SCIENCE (SCI SH101)

PURPOSE: You will enjoy this course if you have a particular interest in how the body works and health issues.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course will help prepare you for several Level 2 Science courses and a Vocational

Pathways endorsement in the Service, Social and Community sector and Primary Industries sector. You may be

thinking about careers such as personal trainer, occupational therapist, nursing/care work, social work, coaching,

vet nurse, animal care and control, emergency services, farming, agriculture, education and many more.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You have an interest in the body, sport and health issues. You do well in internal

assessments.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course is an excellent choice for any student that enjoys learning about the body, how it is

affected by exercise and the health issues that we, our families and community have to cope with. You will be

encouraged to use your understanding of Science and critical thinking skills to help you make informed decisions

on modern issues related to health and the sports industry. All standards are internally assessed achievement

standards. This course is not eligible for subject endorsement.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $25.00 (approximately).



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Investigate life processes and environmental factors that affect them

1 90949


Investigate biological ideas relating to interactions between humans and micro-organisms

1 90950


Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with direction

1 90925


Report on a biological issue

1 90926


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SCIENCE

SUBJECT PATH:

SUBJECT: Investigative Science (SCI IS101)

PURPOSE: You will enjoy this course if you enjoy practical investigations.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course will help to prepare you for Level 2 Science and a Vocational Pathways

endorsement in the Construction and Infrastructure sector and Primary Industries Sector. You may be thinking

about careers such as building, plumbing, electrician, road building/maintenance, telecommunications,

agriculture, horticulture, dairy, forestry, mining and many more.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: You do well in internal assessments and have an interest in asking questions and

carrying out experiments to find the answer.

COURSE OUTLINE: “I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” Confucius. This course is

for you if you enjoy asking questions and carrying out experiments to find the answer. You learn best when the

activities are practical or hands-on. You will be encouraged to use critical thinking skills to solve problems.

All standards are internally assessed achievement standards. This course is not eligible for subject endorsement.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $25.00 (approximately).

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION: Standards will be chosen from the list below according to student interest, up to a

maximum of 16 credits.


Type of Assessment

Number of

Credits


Carry out a chemistry investigation with direction

1 90930


Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with direction

1 90925


Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a linear mathematical relationship, with direction

1 90935


Investigate implications of heat for everyday life

1 90943


Investigate the implications of the properties of metals for their use in society

1 90946


Level 1

SCIIS101

Level 2 SCIIS202

SCIMB202 SCISC202 SCIEL202

Level 3

SCIIS303

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

SUBJECT PATH: Geography

Level 1 Global Change 101

Any English Level 1 Course

Level 2

Global Differences 202

Level 3

Global Connections 303

SUBJECT: Geography: Global Change (SSGC101)

PURPOSE: Global Change 101 introduces the relationship between people and the environment. Students will

learn basic geographical mapping and interpretation skills and concepts, using them in a variety of national and

global environments. This will enable them to understand the repercussions of changes to the environment and

to find their way around the world using GPS and printed maps.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Creative Industries, Service Industries, Community and Social Industries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Satisfactory achievement in Years 9 and 10 Social Studies / and English.

COURSE OUTLINE: Global Change offers three internal and one external standards over the course of the year.

Geographical skills will be studied at in the context of 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. The concept of Sustainability

practices in relation to tourism will be looked at from our case study “The Maldives” and in the Pacific Change

Inquiry looking at the repercussions of Climate Change. Coffee production and consumption patterns or another

more current topic will be carefully analysed in our Global Issues standard.

Geography offers three internal and one external standards over the course of the year.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: A fieldtrip with associated costs of approximately $20.00.



Type of Assessment Number of Credits


Global Issue 1 91013 Achievement Internal 3 Literacy

Sustainability 1 91009 Achievement Internal 3 Literacy

Skills 1 91010 Achievement External 4 Numeracy

Pacific Change Inquiry


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SOCIAL SCIENCES

SUBJECT PATH: History

Level 1

The Power of Protest 101

Any English Level 1 Course

Level 2

Conflict and Chaos 202

ANCIV202

Level 3

Roads to Peace 303

ANCIV303

SUBJECT: History: The Power of Protest (SSPP101)

PURPOSE: History offers an understanding of human activities in the past in the context of change through time.

It enables you to understand your heritage and that of your community, society and nation.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Social and Community, Service Industries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Satisfactory achievement in Year 10 Social Studies and English; strengths in Year 10

Social Studies or discretion of the HOD.

COURSE OUTLINE: The two internal achievement standards are based on the students’ independent inquiry of a

significant New Zealand historical event which is of interest to them. One external achievement standard

focuses on the causes and consequences of Black Civil Rights and the other focuses on a controversial event in

New Zealand that provoked many people to protest, sign petitions and hold demonstrations.




Type of Assessment

Number of

Credits


Investigate an historical NZ

event or place

1 91001 Achievement Internal

4 Literacy


an historical NZ event or place.

1 91002

Achievement

Internal

4 Literacy

Describe causes and

consequences of an historical

event

1 91005

Achievement

External

4 Literacy

Demonstrate Understanding of Different Perspectives of People in an Historical Event of Significance to New Zealanders

1

91004

Achievement

Internal

4

Literacy

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

SUBJECT PATH: Psychology

Level 1

PSYCH101

Level 2

PSYCH202

Level 3

PSYCH303

SUBJECT: Level One Psychology (PSYCH101)

PURPOSE: Psychology is the study of mind and behaviour. It will enable you to better understand yourself, the

way you interact with others, help you in becoming a good communicator and introduce you to human

development. Studying Psychology can prepare you well for tertiary study, as it falls under the realms of both

Arts and Sciences.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Social and Community, Service Industries.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Strengths in English, satisfactory achievement in Social Studies, and a general interest

in Sciences.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course concentrates on the scientific method, understanding research, human

behaviour, human development and theories that have developed Psychology into its current form.




Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Scientific Method used in Psychological research

1 27254 Unit Internal 4

-

Describe approaches to psychology


-

Demonstrate understanding of key pieces of psychological research


-

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TECHNOLOGY

Subject Path: Digital Technologies

Level 1 Digital Technologies AND / OR Workplace Essentials



SUBJECT: Digital Technologies Level 1 (DigiT101)

PURPOSE: In doing this course, the students take on the role of a Technologist. They follow the Technology

Process to research and develop solutions to meet the brief and specifications. This course focuses on product

design and development. The students will further develop their problem solving skills by using technologies to

answer their own questions. They will develop workplace inter-personal skills by working with stakeholders to

create a conceptual design, prototype and one-off digital solution.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: The vocational pathways associated with this subject include: Creative Industries,

Manufacturing and Technology Sector, Primary Industries and Construction and Infrastructure. This pathway

may lead to such jobs as Technologist, Programmer, Electronics Engineer, Web Developer, Telecommunications

Technician, Game Developer, Database/Systems Administrator, Computer Support Technician, Graphic Designer.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 10 Digital Technologies. Students who have not completed Year 10 Digital

Technologies may be considered at the discretion of the Head of Department, Digital Technologies. Those who

have not done Year 10 will struggle and need to put in extra work outside of class time.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course involves the students expanding on their skills gained in Year 10 Digital

Technologies. They will do two major projects – VIP Café and Web. During the VIP Café project, the students will

develop skills using Illustrator and InDesign to create a logo and brochure for the Café. In doing the Web project,

the students will learn the programming languages of HTML and CSS to create a website for a company called

Freddie’s Flower Boutique. For both projects the students are given a client and create outcomes to meet an

identified need. This is where students will get an opportunity to do self-directed learning and cement their

understanding of the Technology Process.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $30 for printing plus additional top-ups if and when necessary.



Type of Assessment

Number of

Credits

UE Literacy or

Numeracy?

Use design ideas to produce a conceptual design for an outcome to address a brief


Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome


Undertake development to make a prototype to address a brief


http://www.careers.govt.nz/jobs/information-technology/programmer/

http://www.careers.govt.nz/jobs/engineering/electronics-engineer/

http://www.careers.govt.nz/jobs/information-technology/web-developer/

http://www.careers.govt.nz/jobs/telecommunications/telecommunications-technician/

http://www.careers.govt.nz/jobs/telecommunications/telecommunications-technician/

http://www.careers.govt.nz/jobs/information-technology/databasesystems-administrator/

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TECHNOLOGY

SUBJECT PATH: Engineering

Level 1

MET101

Level 2

MET202

Level 3

MET303

SUBJECT: Level 1 Engineering (MET101) PURPOSE: Students interested in Engineering and Metal working considering careers in the Engineering trades. PATHWAY: This course leads on to Year 12 Engineering and engineering employment opportunities. Manufacturing and Technology, Construction and Infrastructure Industries. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 10 Hard Materials Technology. COURSE OUTLINE: The course uses Unit Standards from the “Tools for Work” programme. Internally assessed with external moderation. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $140.00 for course materials. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Demonstrate basic engineering skills


Demonstrate knowledge of safety


Select and care for measuring devices


-

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TECHNOLOGY

SUBJECT PATH: Hospitality

Level 1 THOSP101

(Level 1 Hospitality)

Level 2 THOSP202 (Level 2 Hospitality)

Or Hospitality Academy Level 2

Level 3 THOSP303

Hospitality Academy Level 3

SUBJECT: Level 1 Hospitality (THOSP101) PURPOSE: This is a unit standard based course aimed at developing fundamental skills and knowledge for use within the Hospitality Industry. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Creative And Service Industries. This course will provide students with access to future Hospitality studies and potential employment within the Hospitality industry. Students considering entering the Hospitality Academy in year 12 or School of Hospitality in year 13 should participate in this course. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Evidence of effort, attainment and high attendance at Year 9 and 10 with year 10 Food Technology recommended. Good attendance is essential due to a minimum of 21 practical assessments and five theory assessments to be completed throughout the year. COURSE OUTLINE: Students will complete a range of practical and theory work to develop their knowledge around the hospitality industry food preparation and cooking methods. Assessment for this course is through practical tasks and theory examinations. Assessment is ongoing therefore high levels of attendance and self-management skills are required. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $100 to cover the cost of ingredients, workbooks and assessment materials which are essential for the course are $65. Students are also required to purchase of a suitable food safe container to take home practical work not consumed during lessons. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of

Credits


Identify career pathways in the hospitality industry


Prepare and present meat in the hospitality industry


Prepare and present fruit and vegetables in the hospitality industry


Prepare and present egg and cheese dishes in the hospitality industry


Prepare and present hot finger food in the hospitality industry


Prepare and present sauce and soup in the hospitality industry


Prepare and cook a cake, a sponge and scones in the hospitality industry


Demonstrate knowledge of knife care, use, storage, and carrying for the hospitality industry


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TECHNOLOGY Subject Path: Design and Visual Communications

Level 1 Design Academy

Level 2

Design Academy Industrial & Architectural Design Product Design and Fabrication

Level 3

Design Academy Industrial and Architectural Design Product Design and Fabrication

SUBJECT: DSGNA - Design Academy (DSGNA101 and DSGNA111) This is a 2 line course PURPOSE: This is a new course for 2016 running over two lines (6 spells) per week. This increase in contact time is used to create a course which enables students to develop and use skills across a range of curriculum areas within an authentic setting. This course is aimed at passionate and motivated students; equipping them with resourcefulness and self-management skills that they can draw upon for the rest of their lives, whether in a job, at university or in starting their business. This course provides students with the opportunity to develop a design solution within an authentic setting, similar to a real life start-up company or design practice. Students will design a new piece of furniture, which can be mass produced using a CNC router and utilised within a school environment. Student’s work and ideas will be documented within the format of a lifestyle catalogue, which they will also produce. VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: The vocational pathways associated with this subject include: Creative Industries, Manufacturing and Technology. This pathway may lead to such jobs as Architect; Architectural Technician; Costume designer; Creative Director; Furniture Design; Graphic Designer; Graphic Pre-Press Worker; Industrial Designer; Interior Designer; Jeweller; Landscape Architect; Set Construction. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: 10 Design, 10DVT, 10 Art or via interview. Students who have not completed these courses may be considered at the discretion of the Head of Department, Digital & Design Technologies. COURSE OUTLINE: While undertaking this course students will develop strong self-management skills, working with others in the group to share knowledge and resources. These are life-skills which will prepare students for university and industry. Students are using skills and knowledge which they have developed in a range of subjects, such as English and maths, and applying them to an authentic situation. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: A donation of $50 towards materials and equipment, in order to enhance student learning, would be much appreciated. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Credits Literacy or Numeracy?

Produce freehand sketches to communicate own design ideas

1 91063 Achievement External 3 -

Produce instrumental, multi-view orthographic drawings that communicate technical feature of design ideas


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Use the work of an influential designer to inform design ideas


Undertake develop of design ideas through graphics practice


Promote an organised body of design work to an audience using visual communication techniques


Investigate the implications of properties of metals for their use in society


Work towards: Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing


Implement complex procedure to make a specified product using a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machine


Please note that these credits may be subject to change.

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TECHNOLOGY

SUBJECT PATH: Soft Materials

Level 1

Fashion and Textiles Technology

Level 2


Level 3


SUBJECT: Fashion and Textiles Technology (FTT101)

PURPOSE: The study of Fashion and Textiles Technology values and promotes both traditional and modern

elements of craftsmanship in preparing young New Zealanders for a range of skilled and productive futures.

Textiles assists in preparing them to contribute to our quality of life at home and competitive exports abroad.

Vocational Pathway: The vocational pathways associated with this subject include: Creative Industries,

Manufacturing and Technology, Construction and Infrastructure. This pathway may lead to such jobs as Fashion

Designer, Seamstress, Pattern Maker, Clothing Alteration Hand, Clothing Manufacturing Engineer, Clothing

Presser, Costume Assistant, Costume Designer, Costume Maker, Cutting Room Manager, Dressmaker, Garment

Technologist, Tailor, Pattern Cutter, Product Tester.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Successful in any Year 10 Technology course. Students who have not completed a Year

10 Technology course may be eligible to join at the discretion of the Head of Department or the Teacher-In-

Charge.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course involves the student expanding on their skills and knowledge gained in Year 10

Fashion and Textiles Technology. They will do two major projects – ‘Dress to Impress’ and the ‘Stylish Traveller’.

The students will follow the Technology Process to develop textile items. Students will develop a sound

knowledge of sewing machine operations and skills before undertaking fashion design projects. In the ‘Dress to

Impress’ unit, the students will focus on pattern adapting in order to create a made to measure item of clothing

for their chosen stakeholder. In the ‘The Stylish Traveller’ unit, students will design and develop a bag to meet a

set brief for a chosen stakeholder.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Each student must supply all materials required to complete assignments

such as fabric, patterns and thread. A $50 course donation is recommended to cover the cost of items such as

scissors, quick unpicks, pins, needles, bobbins. This will enhance the learning and the products we are able to

product. There will be an option for students to purchase fabric online with the help of the teacher.



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Use planning tools to guide the technological development of an outcome to address a brief.


Implement basic procedures using textile materials to make a specified product.


Make basic adaptions to a pattern to enable a design to fit a person or item.


Demonstrate understanding of the ways a technological outcome, people, and social and physical environments interact.


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TECHNOLOGY SUBJECT PATH: Foods

Level 1

TTEF101 (Food Technology Level1)

Level 2


Level 3


SUBJECT: Year 11 Food Technology (TTEF101) Gluten Free Cookie PURPOSE: In doing this course, the students take on the role of a Technologist. They follow the Technology Process to research a particular context (coeliac disease) and develop solutions to meet the brief and specifications. This course focuses on product design and development. PATHWAY: Creative Industries, Social and Community Services, Manufacturing and Technology. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Completion of a Year 10 Technology option (preferably Food Technology). This is a demanding course and the assessment is done in the form of a written portfolio. There is a significant amount of work involved and students must be committed to completing classwork and also independent homework tasks, as and when they are required. COURSE OUTLINE: Coeliac disease is one of the most common chronic health disorders in western countries. People with untreated coeliac disease suffer intestinal damage when they eat products containing wheat, rye, or barley. Coeliac disease presents a broad range of symptoms, from mild weakness and bone pain, to chronic diarrhoea, abdominal bloating, and progressive weight loss. In most cases, treatment with a gluten-free diet leads to a full recovery from coeliac disease. It is therefore imperative that the disease is quickly and properly diagnosed so it can be treated as soon as possible. Because coeliac disease is becoming more common today, shops and suppliers need to sell products to meet this need. It is now becoming the trend to sell gluten free options and some shops are entirely stocked with these products. Through this course the students will be researching these options and design their own gluten free cookie. This will involve them taste-testing, doing practical experiments, and researching cookie types and target markets. The students will determine their own target market and work to create a cookie that will appeal to them. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $100 for ingredients and the purchase of a suitable food safe container to take home practical work. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of

Credits


Undertake brief development to address a need or opportunity


Implement basic procedures to process a specified product


Demonstrate understanding of the ways a technological outcome, people, and social and physical environments interact


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TECHNOLOGY

SUBJECT PATH: Furniture

Level 1

FUR101

Level 2

FUR202 / Gateway

Level 3

Gateway: Future Employment

SUBJECT: Level 1 Furniture (FUR101) PURPOSE: Provides practical workshop experiences aligned with industry qualifications and associated Level 1 Unit Standards at Level 1 NCEA. PATHWAY: This course leads on to Level 2 Furniture and Gateway opportunities for future employment. Relates to Manufacturing and Technology, Construction and Infrastructure Industries. RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 10 Hard Materials and a keen interest in working with wood and the wood industry. COURSE OUTLINE: Designed for students wanting to develop a wide range of practical skills in the wood working trades. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $130.00 for course materials. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Hand joints


Woodworking Techniques


Hand Tools


Boring Machines


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TECHNOLOGY

SUBJECT PATH: Hard Materials Technology

Level 1 Technology – Product Design and Fabrication

Level 2

Technology – Product Design and Fabrication

Level 3

Technology – Product Design and Fabrication

SUBJECT: Product Design and Fabrication (MAKIT101)

PURPOSE: This course provides students with the opportunity to develop their understanding and skills in

technology, with a focus on design and making. Students will research, design, make and test design solutions –

while following the technological process. This course will also provide students with skills and understanding

about how and why products are made, by making their own prototypes and final products in the workshop.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: This course is well suited to be studied alongside Architectural and Industrial Design

and Engineering. The vocational pathways associated with this subject include: Creative Industries,

Manufacturing and Technology. This pathway may lead to such jobs as product design; engineering;

manufacturing; mechanic; machinist; fabrication engineer; technician; furniture design and manufacture;

architecture; Industrial Designer.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Must have completed a Year 10 Technology course. This course is for those who enjoy

designing and making, exploring how things are made and work, refined and improved upon. Students who have

not completed one of these courses may be considered at the discretion of the Head of Department, Digital &

Design Technologies.

COURSE OUTLINE: During this course students will research and develop design solutions to a brief. They will

prototype and refine a range of methods, while developing their understanding of different manufacturing

processes. This will be supported by research into how ergonomics and human factors influence use and design.

This course is intended to provide students with a well-rounded understanding of the technology process and the

steps involved when designing a product. It will also provide students with the opportunity to develop their skills

in the workshop. Assessment for this course is through Internal Achievement Standards.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: Course cost is $80. This covers the materials cost for project which students

will be able to take home.



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits


Undertake development to make a prototype to address a brief


Implement basic procedures using resistant materials to make a specified product


Demonstrate understanding of basic human factors in design


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TECHNOLOGY

Subject Path: Computing

Level 1 Workplace Essentials AND / OR Digital Technologies



SUBJECT: Workplace Essentials Level 1 (WorkX 101)

PURPOSE: This is a course which has been developed so that students can learn how to use computer

applications for personal and school use. You will begin working towards achieving the National Certificate of

Computing Level 2 in WorkX 303.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: The vocational pathways associated with this subject include: Services Industries and Social and Community Services. This pathway may lead to such jobs as Receptionist, Data Entry, Clerical, and Administrative.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Year 10 Digital Technologies. Students who have not completed the Year 10 Digital

Technologies course may be eligible to join at the discretion of the Head of Department, Digital Technologies.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course will teach you the basics of computing using applications such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel. It provides a practical opportunity for students who wish to learn such skills that are essential to transition into employment or further studies at tertiary level. These practical skills provide foundational knowledge that students can use to build up a Digital Capability portfolio. Students will have the opportunity to focus their learning goals towards either workplace employment or to enhance learning across their other school subjects. Our focus is on developing accurate text entry, learning how to enhance and create electronic and printed documents and consolidate skills using a range of applications. Next step: Level 2 Computer Applications and further papers towards completion of the National Certificate of Computing. This is a pre-requisite for Level 2 Workplace Essentials. It is NOT restricted to Year 11 students — Year 12 and Year 13 students can also enrol for this course. COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $30.00 for printing plus additional top-ups if and when necessary.



Type of Assessment

Number of Credits

UE Literacy or

Numeracy?

Develop and use keyboarding skills to enter text


Use computer technology to create and deliver a presentation from given content


Enter and manage text for generic text and information management


Produce a spreadsheet from instructions using supplied data


Demonstrate and apply knowledge of a personal computer system


Key in text at 15 words per minute 1 16677 Unit Internal 1 -

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VISUAL ARTS SUBJECT PATH:

Level 1

ART101 - Visual Art 11A (AS)

Level 2

ART202 - Painting 12A (AS) PHOTO202 - Photography (AS)

Level 3

ART303 - Painting 13A (AS) PHOTO303 - Photography (AS)

SUBJECT: Level 1 Painting 11A (Practical Art) ART101 PURPOSE: The purpose of this course is to provide students with the ability to develop their ideas by obtaining the fundamental skills and knowledge relevant to a serious study of contemporary art. This course is a pre-requisite to NCEA Level 2 Painting, Photography and Design which leads to NCEA Level 3.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Creative Industries, for example Visual Artist, Teacher, Design and Media Communications, Interior Design, Commercial Photography, Fashion, Graphic / Visual Communication, Industrial Design, Film and Animation.

IMPORTANT: Students may study a maximum of one practical Art or Photography options at NCEA Level 1, and two at NCEA Level 2 or NCEA Level 3.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Students must have successfully completed Year 10 Art. Students must be prepared to attend Term 2 and 3 holiday’s workshops regarding external portfolio assessment. Entry to this course is to be done in consultation with the teacher in charge of Visual Art.

COURSE OUTLINE: A Visual Art course designed for students who are serious about pursuing their creative ideas. This course is structured around Visual Art Level 1, National Curriculum Objectives and is designed to form a solid foundation of skills, knowledge and understanding of Visual Art through Painting. Consisting of two major compulsory assessments with the option to gain extra credits if required. These are all Achievement Standards that require a strong work ethic in order to be successful.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $70 Art Pack and Course Materials + $6 Folio Boards. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION:


Type of Assessment

Number of

Credits

Literacy or Numeracy

COMPULSORY

Produce a finished work that demonstrates skills appropriate to cultural conventions


Produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a range of media


OPTIONAL (academic/excellent students)

Demonstrate understanding of art works from a Maori and another cultural context using art terminology


Use drawing methods and skills for recording information using wet and dry media


Note: For the Optional Standards a further 3 hours of time (an extra line) is required and recommended.

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VISUAL ARTS

SUBJECT PATH: Photography

Level 1

PHOTO101 – Photography (AS)

ART101 – Visual Art (AS)

Level 2

PHOTO202 – Photography (AS)

ART202 – Painting (AS)

Level 3

PHOTO303 – Photography

(AS)

ART202 – Painting (AS)

SUBJECT: Level 1 Photography (PHOTO101)

PURPOSE: The purpose of this course is to provide students with the appropriate level of skills and knowledge to effectively convey their ideas through the visual mediums of photography, drawing, painting and mixed media.

VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: Creative Industries, for example Commercial Photography, Photojournalism, Advertising, Graphic Design, Visual Artist, Fashion, Web Design, Interface designer, Film and Animation, Media Communications, Art Conservation, Art Education, Art Therapy, Curatorial/Gallery work.

RECOMMENDED ENTRY: Students must have successfully completed Visual Arts in Year 10 in order to enter this course. Students must be prepared to keep up with all tasks, and attend holiday workshops while completing external portfolio assessment. This course caters to both academic and non-academic students, however good time management skills and an ability to think creatively are essential. This course is a pre-requisite to NCEA Level 2 Photography and to NCEA Level 2 Painting.

IMPORTANT: Students may study a maximum of one practical Art or Photography options at NCEA Level 1, and

two at NCEA Level 2 or NCEA Level 3.

COURSE OUTLINE: This course begins with an introduction to photography, including both digital and chemical methods. With access to digital cameras and Adobe Photoshop, students will use photographic techniques and mixed media processes to generate, develop, and clarify ideas, producing a body of research and developmental drawings, plus an original body of work for External submission.

COURSE FEES AND RELATED COSTS: $76 allows for the professional printing of the External Folio boards, and the purchase of some course materials. Students may wish to purchase their own DSLR camera, but this is not essential for Level 1.


COMPULSORY STANDARDS:


Standard

Type of

Assessment

Number of

Credits

Literacy or

Numeracy?

Use drawing conventions to

develop work in more than

one field of practice


Produce a body of work

informed by established

practice, which develops

ideas, using a range of

media


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