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Contents (cont) Technology 73 • Design & Technology 74 • Engineering Studies 75 • Food Technology 76 • Industrial Technology Wood or Metal 77 Vocational Education 78 • Construction Industry Curriculum Framework (Category B) 79 • Entertainment Industry Curriculum Framework (Category B) 80 • Hospitality Industry Curriculum Framework (Category B) 81 The Higher School Certificate: Preliminary Courses 2012 Page 3 HSC Courses 2013
Introduction Students entering Stage 6 of their school education are, for the first time in their education, presented with a range of choices in terms of the selection of subjects available to them. The significance of the selection of subjects for study in Stage 6 - Years 11 and 12 is of great importance as they directly lead to the awarding of the Higher School Certificate and gains for students, seeking this option, an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Entrance Rank). For students who seek university admission it is important that they select subjects in which they have a proven aptitude, interest, ability and effort level. All Tertiary Institutions have variations in terms of minimum entry requirements, and assumed knowledge for entry into particular courses. While these are important guides to help assist the process of subject selection, it is essential that the primary guiding principle for subject selection should be the capacity to succeed in a particular subject. While certain students will consider subject selection in terms of post-schooling education options, there are a number of students who will seek the attainment of the Higher School Certificate as a Vocational Credential. Whereas in previous years the Higher School Certificate has given greater emphasis to those students pursuing tertiary entrance, reforms to the Higher School Certificate have included courses that provide greater opportunities for those students who will use the Higher School Certificate as a credential for entry into the work force. In 2011 the College will continue its commitment to the range of educational experiences available to students. With an extensive range of subject choices available all students and their parents should carefully consider the information contained in this booklet to help inform their decision. I would also encourage students to seek the advice from their teachers and the information from their reports to assist them in the process of subject selection. Advice may also be sought from the relevant Heads of Department, the Senior Students’ Studies Coordinator or myself, to assist identify the most appropriate options for students. A serious senior student will be one who earnestly approaches his studies, both at the College and at home. It is significant to note that achievement in senior school is often commensurate to participation in all aspects of life at the College. In this way a committed student has, from the outset, sown the seeds of success through their commitment and involvement. Hence, all senior students at the College should develop organizational skills, good management skills and a desire to achieve according to their own ability. Finally, I would like to remind all students that it is essential that they be honest with themselves in making decisions about their subject choices for Years 11 and 12. I would like to emphasise once again that the best result, the highest ATAR and the most satisfaction will be found by selecting subjects in which there is the greatest aptitude, interest and ability. Mr C. J. Soden Deputy Headmaster (Curriculum) The Higher School Certificate: Preliminary Courses 2012 Page 4 HSC Courses 2013
Page 2 and 3: CONTENTS o Introduction 4 o Informa
Page 6 and 7: Information about the HSC General I
Page 8 and 9: Pathways For students entering Stag
Page 10 and 11: Requirements for the Award of the H
Page 12 and 13: Assessment & Reporting The HSC repo
Page 14 and 15: Progression to Year Eleven Distribu
Page 16 and 17: Processing of Preliminary Subject I
Page 18 and 19: What type of Courses can I select?
Page 20 and 21: HSC COURSE NOTES These notes and fo
Page 22 and 23: What are Units? All courses offered
Page 24 and 25: S U B J E C T O U T L I N E S The H
Page 26 and 27: Studies of Religion 1 Overview One
Page 28 and 29: Religion: Catholic Studies Overview
Page 30 and 31: English Standard 2 Unit Overview In
Page 32 and 33: Extension 1 English 1 Unit Overview
Page 34 and 35: C O M P U T I N G The Higher School
Page 36 and 37: Software Design and Development Ove
Page 38 and 39: Drama Overview Two units for each o
Page 40 and 41: Music II Overview Two units for eac
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Page 44 and 45: VISUAL DESIGN Overview Two units fo
Page 46 and 47: Ancient History Overview Two units
Page 48 and 49: Economics Overview Two units for ea
Page 50 and 51: Legal Studies Overview Two units fo
Page 52 and 53: L A N G U A G E S - L O T E The Hig
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M A T H E M A T I C S The Higher Sc
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Pathways of Learning (Source: Year
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General Mathematics Overview Two un
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Assessment / Homework Information E
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Special Requirements Placement into
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P D H P E The Higher School Certifi
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HSC Course Core Topics (60%) Health
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Gymnastics Healthy Lifestyle Indivi
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Biology Overview Two units for each
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Physics Overview Two units for each
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T E C H N O L O G Y The Higher Scho
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Engineering Studies Overview Two un
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Industrial Technology (Wood or Meta
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Construction Industry Curriculum Fr
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Hospitality Industry Curriculum Fra
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