Year 10 Course Handbook - Diamond Valley College

Space Science-SCISAims of Space Science: To excite interest in science as a way ofunderstanding the universe. Explore new and emerging approaches andtechnologies To improve and enrich specific skills andknowledge so that the sciences are consideredas future study choices for VictorianCertificate of Education (VCE) and beyond. To increase awareness of the extensive rangeof scientific careers and jobs. To revise and build on knowledge and skillslearnt in junior levels and to work towardsmeeting and surpassing Victorian EducationLearning Standards (VELS) level 6 standards To extend learning skills using Higher OrderThinking (HOT) and Interdependent Learning(IDL) principles and toolsSpecific focus areas:- The science of space flight starring Newton’s lawsof motion Supply of renewable & non-renewable energyincluding the generation of electricity and fuel cells Use of electronics in control systems The human body in space - space suit design andthe effects of microgravity Sustainable ecosystems such as Biosphere 2 and thecolonisation of other planets such as Mars Sound Communication technologies including bluetooth,mobile phones, satellites & photonics Nucleogenesis – the birth and death of stars Fact or fiction analysis of science fiction movies Ethical issues and evaluation of the sciencereported in the media Scientific methodology including risk assessmentsand sustainabilityOther learning:- Practical investigations Problem solving / inquiry approach, creative andcritical thinking Social competencies and team work skills Reflection, self evaluation and personal growth ICT and data logging Research skills Mathematical toolsThis elective is highly recommended forany student considering VCE PhysicsUnits 1 and 2 as well as those with ageneral interest in science.Assessment:-Each student develops a plan of how they will meet their personal goals for the semester and supplyongoing evidence that demonstrates their progress. Achievement of competencies in the stated outcomeswill be a core part of this plan.This evidence may include:- participation in practical work and contributions to class discussions, written responses and evaluations such as practical reports, worksheets and workbook records communication of findings using ICT such as multimedia interview or other conversation with a relevant assessor public display, newsletter article or other media release topic tests & end of semester examination resultsContact Teacher-Chris MisaleEnd of SCIENCE Electives2012 Diamond Valley College Year 10 Course Handbook 29