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Maitland High School Assessment Outline Outcomes: A student Preliminary Chemistry 1. outlines the historical development of major principles, concepts and ideas in chemistry. 2. applies the processes that are used to test and validate models, theories and laws of science with particular emphasis on understanding in chemistry. 3. assesses the impact of particular technological advances on understanding in chemistry. 4. describes applications in chemistry which affects society or the environment. 5. describes the scientific principles employed in particular areas of chemistry research. 6. explains trends and relationships between elements in terms of atomic structure and bonding. 7. describes chemical changes in terms of energy inputs and outputs. 8. describes factors that influence the type and rate of chemical reactions. 9. relates the uses of carbon to the unique nature of carbon chemistry. 10. applies simple stoichiometric relationships. 11. identifies the need for drafts and improves investigation plans. 12. discusses the validity and reliability of data gathered from first-hand investigations and secondary sources. 13. identifies appropriate terminology and reporting styles to communicate information and understanding in chemistry. 14. draws valid conclusions from gathered data and information. 15. implements strategies to work effectively as an individual or as a team member. Course Components Knowledge and understanding of: The history, nature and practice of chemistry, applications and uses of chemistry and their implications for society and the environment and current issues, research and developments in chemistry. Atomic structure and periodic table, energy, chemical reactions, carbon chemistry and stoichiometry. Skills in planning and conducting first-hand investigations and in communicating information and understanding based on these investigations. Skills in scientific thinking, problem solving and in communicating, understanding and conclusions. Task Description Outcomes Assessed Syllabus Weightings Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Term 1 Week 8 Practical P4 – P6 P13 – P14 Term 2 Week 5 Mid-Course Assessment P6 – P10 P13 Term 3 Week 4 Research P1 – P5 P11 – P15 Term 3 Weeks 9 Final Course Exam P1 – P15 40 5 35 30 15 17.5 30 10 17.5 Total 100 25 5 35 35 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Maitland High School 2011 Preliminary Assessment Booklet
Maitland High School Assessment Outline Outcomes: Preliminary Computer Applications A student 1.1 describes the function and application of a variety of computer software. 1.2 applies computing terminology appropriately in practical situations. 1.3 Uses appropriate computer software in a given context 2.1 describes aspects of human activity which have developed into computer applications. 2.2 explains the principles and functions specific hardware components. 2.3 evaluates the suitability of hardware in a particular context. 3.1 applies a range of project management techniques in the development of a solution. 3.2 analyses and documents the steps involved in problem-solving and applies them to producing computer-based solutions. 3.3 implements, tests, debugs and evaluates solutions using current common application packages. 4.1 identifies and reflects on the social and technological implications when making decisions about the use of computer software. 4.2 evaluates the use of a computer-based solution compared to non-computer solutions. 4.3 identifies social and ethical issues related to the use of computer software. 5.1 evaluates the suitability of software applications in a particular context. Task Description Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Task 7 Term 1 Week 5 Desktop Publishing Term 1 Week 10 Hardware & Software Term 2 Week 2 Term 2 Week 8 Term 3 Week 5 Term 3 Week 8 Term 3 Week 9 Graphics Spreadsheets Communications Multimedia Final Course Exam Outcomes Assessed Course Components Knowledge & Understanding Syllabus Weightings 30 10 10 10 Skills 70 10 10 10 10 10 20 Total 100 10 20 10 20 10 20 10 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Maitland High School 2011 Preliminary Assessment Booklet
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