Contents
Introduction ______________________________________________________1
Choosing your subjects ………………………………………………………………………………. 1
Guidelines …………….…………………………………………………………………………………1
Year 9 Curriculum Pathways _______________________________________ 2
Communication .......................................................................................................................... 2
English …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2
Health & Physical Education ...................................................................................................... 3
Health & Movement Studies ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Exercise & Sports Science ..….……………………………………………………………………………………………..... 4
Health Education ..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 5
Humanities ................................................................................................................................. 6
WWI and Global Interconnections ................................................................................................. 6
Business Studies .………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Geography ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Global Citizens and Leadership ……………………………………………………………………………………………... . 9
Japanese ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10
Justice Studies ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 11
Innovation Technology & Interactive Learning ........................................................................ 12
Design & TEDex ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
Graphics ………………............................................................................................................................................. 13
Industry Skills (Wood & Metalwork) ........................................................................................................................... 14
Introduction to Hospitality ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15
Robotics and Engineering ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16
Mathematics ............................................................................................................................ 17
Mathematics ...………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17
Science .................................................................................................................................... 18
Science ...................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Stem .......................................................................................................................................................................... 19
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The Arts .................................................................................................................................. 20
Academy of Dance Industries ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20
Dance ......................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Digital Media …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22
Drama ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 23
Excellence in Digital (Digi X) (Application only) ...…………………………………………………………………………. 24
Film Studies …………................................................................................................................................................. 25
Music ......................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Studio of Fine Art (SoFA) (Application only) .............................................................................................................. 27
Visual Art ................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Further Information ______________________________________________ 29
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Introduction This handbook contains details of the Year 9 curriculum offerings to assist students and their
families as they make important choices regarding future learning pathways. While choosing
subjects is a personal decision, advice and information should be sought from sources such
as: subject teachers, Heads of Department, the Guidance Officer, educational websites and
family members. Subject recommendations will be made for every student in English and
Mathematics. These recommendations are made after a thorough review of each students
progress and achievement over Year 7 and Year 8, allowing each student a pathway for
success.
Choosing your subjects
As an overall plan, it is suggested that you choose subjects which:
• You enjoy • You have enjoyed some success in • Will develop skills, knowledge and attitudes useful throughout your life • Will help you achieve your chosen career goals or keep your career options open
GUIDELINES
• Keep your options open
At the moment you may not know exactly what you want to do when you finish school. This is
normal at this stage of your life and means that it’s important for you to explore many options.
It is wise to keep your options open. This means choosing a selection of subjects that makes
it possible for you to continue exploring your career options before making more specific
decisions in the future.
• Make a decision about a combination of subjects that suits you
You are an individual, and your particular study needs and requirements may be quite
different from those of other students. This means that it is unwise to either take or avoid a
subject because someone told you that you will like or dislike it, your friends are or are not
taking it or you like or dislike the teacher.
Be honest about your abilities and realistic with your occupational ideas. There is little to be
gained by continuing with subjects that have proved very difficult even after you have put in
your best effort. Also, if your career choices require the study of certain subjects, do you have
the ability and determination to work hard enough to achieve the results required?
• Be prepared to ask for help/listen to good advice
• Before making your selections it is recommended that you have spoken to: Head of
Department who is responsible for teaching or delivering the subject, the Guidance Officer,
your Futures Teacher, the Year 9 Deputy Principal and your Parents.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: Learning in English builds on concepts, skills and processes
developed in earlier years, and teachers will revisit and strengthen these as needed.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The English curriculum is built around the
three interrelated strands of language,
literature and literacy. Together, the strands
focus on developing students’ knowledge,
understanding and skills in listening, reading,
viewing, speaking, writing and creating. In Year 9, students interact with peers,
teachers, individuals, groups and community
members in a range of face-to-face and
online/virtual environments. They experience
learning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts,
including local community, vocational and
global contexts. The range of literary texts in the Year 9
course of study is broad and engaging. It is
designed to extend students as independent
readers and is drawn from a range of genres
and involve complex, challenging and
unpredictable plot sequences and hybrid
structures that may serve multiple purposes.
It includes but is not limited to: Australian
literature, including the oral narrative
traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander Peoples, as well as the
contemporary literature of these two cultural
groups, and classic and contemporary world
literature, including texts from and about
Asia. These chosen texts explore themes of
human experience and cultural significance,
interpersonal relationships, and ethical and
global dilemmas within real-world and
fictional settings and represent a variety of
perspectives. Informative texts represent a
synthesis of technical and abstract
information (from credible/verifiable sources)
about a wide range of specialised topics.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students engage with a variety of texts for
enjoyment. They interpret, create, evaluate,
discuss and perform a wide range of literary
texts in which the primary purpose is
aesthetic, as well as texts designed to inform
and persuade. These include various types of
media texts, including newspapers, film and
digital texts, fiction, non-fiction, poetry,
dramatic performances and multimodal texts,
with themes and issues involving levels of
abstraction, higher order reasoning and
intertextual references. Students develop a
critical understanding of the contemporary
media and the differences between media
texts. Students will create a range of imaginative,
informative and persuasive types of texts
including: • Narratives • Procedures • Performances • Reports • Discussions • Literary analyses • Transformations of texts • Reviews ASSESSMENT TASKS • Persuasive essays • Narrative • Analytical essay • Examination FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will develop
skills to pursue further studies in: • English (General) • English Essential (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject does not include any fees.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT In Year 9 Health and Movement Studies,
students develop the skills, knowledge, and
understanding to strengthen their sense of
self, and build and manage satisfying,
respectful relationships. They learn to build
on personal and community strengths and
assets to enhance safety and wellbeing.
They critique and challenge assumptions
and stereotypes. Students learn to navigate
a range of health-related sources, services
and organisations. At the core of Health and Movement Studies
is the acquisition of movement skills and
concepts to enable students to participate in
a range of physical activities - confidently,
competently and creatively. As a foundation
for lifelong physical activity participation and
enhanced performance, students acquire an
understanding of how the body moves and
develop positive attitudes towards physical
activity participation. LEARNING ACTIVITIES The Year 9 HMS curriculum gives students
the opportunity to further develop their
understanding of personal, social and
community health concepts by specifically
exploring the issues of drugs, mental health
and sexual health in adolescents. ‘Drugs and Mental Health’ - In this unit
students will analyse the different types of
drugs (legal and illegal) and investigate their
impact on the body, both physically and
mentally. They will explore the connection
between drug use and mental illness. They
will investigate a range of mental health
issues and recommend strategies to support
people with mental illness. Students will
conduct research to answer the following
question: How does drug use affect mental
health and consequently impact individuals,
family and friends, local community,
Australian community and Global
community?
‘Sexual Health’ - In this unit students will
investigate adolescent relationships and the
factors that influence sexual health, with
specific focus on the potential health effects
associated with sexually transmitted
infections. They will identify strategies for
prevention of STI’s and analyse their
prevalence in society, both nationally and
globally. Students will identify the support
services available within the community for
people with STI’s. ‘Movement and Physical Activity’ - Throughout the course of Year 9, students will
participate in the following physical activities:
Soccer, European Handball, Athletics,
Ultimate Disc and Speedball. FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Year 9 Health and Movement Studies assists students to transition to any of the Year 10 HMS electives, including: • Health (General) • Physical Education (General) • Sport & Recreation (Applied) • Certificate III in Fitness ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Excursions will incur a cost for transport
and/or admission to selected venues. It is expected that students will need to
complete an hour of homework/study each
week if they are to be successful in this
subject.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites) It is recommended that
students have achieved a ‘B’ grade or higher in Year 7 & 8 Health and Movement Studies
Theory and Practical and a ‘C’ grade or higher in Year 7 & 8 English. It is highly recommended
that students enjoy physical activity.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Students will study: • Anatomy • Ethics and Integrity in sport • Motor Learning • Sports Psychology The Year 9 ESP course of study will consist
of 75% theoretical and 25%
practical/physical performance.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Learning activities will include: • Researching issues in sport • Examining case studies • Analysing how the body performs
optimally during physical activity • Participating in physical activities ASSESSMENT TASKS The assessment program will include a wide
range of assessment techniques including
essays, research reports, exams and
physical performance.
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking Exercise and Sports
Science will develop skills to pursue further
studies in: • Health Education (General) • Physical Education (General) • Recreation Studies (Applied) • Certificate III in Fitness ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There may be a cost associated with
excursions.
It is expected that students will need to
complete approximately two hours of
homework/study each week due to the
demands of this subject.
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Health Education Health & Movement Studies
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites) It is recommended that
students have achieved a ‘B’ grade or higher in Year 7 & 8 Health and Movement Studies
Theory and a ‘C’ grade or higher in Year 7 & 8 English.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Students will study: • Personal Health • Peer Health • Family Health • Community Health • Health of specific populations LEARNING ACTIVITIES Learning activities will include: • Researching health issues • Gathering and comprehending
information from a range of sources • Analysing data and information on health
issues • Developing strategies and
recommendations for health change
and health promotion ASSESSMENT TASKS The assessment program will include a
range of assessment techniques, including
essays, research reports, multimodal
presentations, essays under exam
conditions.
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking Health Science will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Health Education (General) • Physical Education (General) • Recreation Studies (Applied) • Certificate III in Fitness ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There may be some cost associated with
excursions.
It is expected that students will need to
complete approximately two hours of
homework/study each week due to the
demands of the subject.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. An interest in things that have shaped and will continue to shape the world we live in.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The course includes a History and
Geography Study. This History Study explores the significance
of World War I (1914 - 1918) on Australia’s
national identity, heroism and bravery of the
Australian soldiers as well as the impacts on
the civilian population. The content provides
opportunities to develop historical
understanding and critical thinking skills. The Geography Study of Interconnections
examines the interconnections between
people and places through the products
people have access to and the local and
global impact of these products such as
transport, Internet & Telecommunication.
The content provides opportunities to
develop Geographical understanding, spatial
awareness and decision-making skills. LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will learn how to: • Gather research information and make
summary notes • Think and write critically • Make informed decisions • Create graphs and maps • Interpret data ASSESSMENT TASKS • Short response exam • Response to Stimulus exam • Sequence & Data charts
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Ancient History (General) • Geography (General) • Modern History (General) • Social & Community Studies (Applied) • Tourism (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION To successfully complete coursework and
assessment it is expected that students
complete after school study and homework. Costs for excursions are not included and
must be considered.
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Business Studies Humanities
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: Students require no previous knowledge or pre-requisites to
choose this subject. However, a sound achievement ‘C’ in English and Mathematics is
recommended.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Business is part of everything we do. It is a
great way to learn the basic skills needed to
participate in everyday life activities.
Students will cover aspects from finance to
your rights as an employee to creating your
own business idea and implementing your
project to see if it is a success.
Over the two years students will be engaged
in a number of different topics that establish
the link between the school environment and
the ‘real world’, identifying skills that are
transferable across whichever industry they
choose to work in. Students will be inspired
to think critically about the way that
technology has changed and is now an
important aspect of the business world.
The Business Studies course introduces
students to the world of business. In Year 9,
the course is about how business affects
each of us in our personal lives and how we
may improve our lives with good money
management. In Year 10, students are
introduced to more advanced business
concepts of the business workplace.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES The year 9 curriculum gives students the
opportunity to further develop their
understanding of economics and business
concepts by exploring the interactions within
the global economy. Students are introduced
to the concept of an ‘economy’ and explore
what it means for Australia to be part of the
Asia region and the global economy. They
consider the interdependence of participants
in the global economy, including the
implications of decisions made by
individuals, businesses and governments.
The responsibilities of participants operating
in a global workplace are also considered.
‘We Mean Business’ – this unit covers the
fundamental business skills that you require in
the business environment and the elements
we need to consider when operating a
business such as marketing, advertising,
e-commerce, the 4 p’s, swot analysis and
marketing plans.
‘What’s Hot What is Not – Big Bucks’ – the
business fundamentals required to develop
your very own business opportunity, writing
your own business plan, market research and
implementing/organising your ideas to see
what possible in the world of business.
‘So You Want to Make Money – Juggling
Numbers’ – students establish a business;
study different structures for different
businesses; prepare balance sheets and profit
and loss statements.
‘The Good, The Bad and The Ugly’ – what
you need to know about saving, borrowing,
credit, buying a car, renting, buying, GST,
needs vs. wants—all those life skills which are
important to have an understanding of
financial literacy.
CPA Plan your own enterprise, ESSI Money
and other financial literacy activities along with
job application information will be participated
in and imparted.
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking Business Studies will
develop skills to pursue further studies in:
• Business (General) • Legal Studies (General) • Certificate II in Business ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Excursions will incur a cost for transport
and/or admission to selected venues. It is
expected that students will need to complete
an hour of homework/study each week if they
are to be successful in this subject.
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Geography Humanities
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites) It is strongly recommended
that students have no less than a ‘C’ standard in English.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Geography is the active exploration of
people and the environment. If you love the
outdoors, conducting field work and are
concerned about helping to sustain our
environments and improve the quality of
human life then this subject is the one for
you. In Geography you will spend time
exploring human societies, their actions and
impacts on the environment. Through the
process of inquiry, you will discover the
ravages that human society cause and how
we as active citizens can help not only our
community but our planet.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES In this unit of study students examine
‘Human Wellbeing’ and what influences
these patterns locally and globally. The unit
integrates global patterns in health, the
geography of crime, tourism, consumption,
human rights and studies in developmental
geography. It provides opportunity for
students to critically analyse issues
associated with Human Well-being and
consider solutions to problems.
ASSESSMENT TASKS Students will undertake a variety of
assessment tasks that will include the
following: • Research Assignments • Multimodal Tasks • Project based learning tasks
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Geography is of benefit for tertiary study and
employment in the following areas: defence
forces, urban design, journalism, education,
real estate, mining, meteorology, public
service, public relations, agriculture,
anthropology, architecture, environmental
studies, engineering, economics and
commerce, geology, psychology, social work,
surveying and tourism.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Excursions will incur a cost for transport
and/or admission to selected venues.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites) It is strongly recommended
that students have no less than a ‘C’ standard in English. It is recommended for students who
are interested in developing leadership skills through Project Based Learning.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The Global Citizens and Leadership program
is a new addition to our faculty. It focuses on
preparing leaders to address the
increasingly complex challenges that we are
faced with locally & globally. The topics that
are addressed are related to Individual
Well-being, Sustaining our Planet, Global
Change and Living in a Fair Society. The
course is structured to be highly engaging
and interactive and allow students to
demonstrate leadership capabilities.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students engage in social action projects to
create awareness and establish local,
national and global networks.
Students examine global patterns in health,
marginalised communities, endangered
species and threatened environments.
The Unit provides opportunity for students to
critically analyse issues associated with
Individual Well-being, A fair Society, Saving
our planet & global change.
They engage real organisations and uses a
range of platforms to create awareness and
offer solutions.
Students develop communication and
leadership skills.
ASSESSMENT TASKS Assessments are project based tasks and
include the following:
• Research to gain an understanding of real
issues • Gathering and collating information • Designing and creating • Collaborating in a team and communicating
to a wider audience FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS The subject will foster global competencies
and personal and social capabilities
increasingly sought by universities and
employers.
It will benefit tertiary study and employment in
the following areas: Community services,
psychology, social work, defence forces,
public service, human and public relations,
agriculture, architecture, environmental
studies, engineering, geology, surveying and
tourism.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Excursions will incur a cost for transport
and/or admission to selected venues.
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Global Citizens & Leadership Humanities
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: Highly Recommended Pre-requisites:
Study of Japanese in a previous year and a Sound Achievement ‘C’ in English.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The Year 9 Japanese course is a dynamic
and challenging course which requires
students to think critically, analyse and
interpret authentic texts, respond to stimuli,
argue their own ideas and opinions and
communicate with Japanese speakers both
inside the classroom and around the globe.
The course is organized into four
over-arching themes:
• Family and Community • Leisure, Recreation and Human Creativity • School and Post-school Options • Social Issues Within this framework, students will engage
with topics such as the media and
advertising, history, health and fitness,
pollution and the environment, peer pressure
and various other issues of interest to young
people.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students studying Junior Japanese will learn
to: • Communicate effectively in the target
language for a range of social and
cultural purposes and audiences • Study a range of written texts in
Japanese, including e-mails, journals,
poems, articles, short stories and
other authentic texts • Interpret, analyse, evaluate, respond
to and construct a wide range of texts
through reading, listening, viewing,
speaking, writing and shaping • Make choices about socio-cultural
context, purpose and intention of texts,
and reflect on their own understanding
of the target language • Control language (written, spoken or
non-verbal and visual), using grammar,
punctuation, vocabulary and spelling
ASSESSMENT TASKS
The student’s ability to communicate is what is
being assessed. They will need to show that
they can understand and convey meaning in
the target language.
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Learning a language will open the doors to
new perspectives and opportunities, ones
which allow the students to communicate with
the global community. They will widen their
knowledge and understanding of other
cultures, which will in turn help them gain a
competitive edge in the job market. The ability
to speak an additional language can be
essential in areas such as tourism and
hospitality, business, international relations
and diplomacy, education and
communications. This ability also opens up
opportunities to study abroad and to travel and
live in parts of the world that would not have
been possible without the local language.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Excursions may incur a cost for transport
and/or admission to selected venues.
It is expected that students will complete daily
homework/study if they are to be successful in
this subject.
Students have the opportunity to participate in
International Study Tours. This is not a
compulsory activity, and students who choose
not to participate will not be disadvantaged.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites)
It is recommended that students have achieved a ‘C’ grade or higher in Year 8 English and a ‘C’
grade in Year 8 Maths.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Justice Studies will enable students to act
and participate as informed and responsible
community members in situations that
require balanced approaches to legal rights
and responsibilities, empower students to
act confidently and responsibly as informed
members of society and help students to
appreciate legal issues in local, national and
global communities.
Topics that will be covered in the course
include:
• The Legal System • Crime and Society • Environmental Law • Sport and the Law
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will be involved in a variety of
activities including: legal case method, Case
studies, Mock-trial, Role play and
simulations, Interviews and surveys,
Debates and discussions, Visits and
investigations (including viewing court), and
Guest speakers.
ASSESSMENT TASKS The assessment program will include a wide
range of assessment techniques. Students
will be required to undertake:
• Short Response Tasks - students provide
a response to a specific task or issue,
usually in the style of multiple choice,
definition of terms, practical exercises
involving graphs, tables etc, response
to stimulus and short answer • Extended Response Task (seen or
Unseen) - students are expected to
respond to appropriate questions that
invite a variety of perspectives and are
“open” questions (range of possible
answers)
• Non-Written Presentations – students
may engage in debate, seminar, or
development of a video diary, news
report, interview, social commentary etc • Responses to Stimulus – students
respond to case studies, crime statistics,
newspaper articles and reports, legislative
acts and legal regulations legal forms,
cartoons, advertisements etc These tasks will assess student performance
under the criteria of:
• Knowing and Understanding the Law • Investigating Legal Issues • Responding to the Law FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking Justice Studies will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Legal Studies (General) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There may be a cost associated with
excursions.
It is expected that students will need to
complete approximately two hours of
homework/study each week due to the
demands of this subject.
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Design & TEDex Innovation Technology & Interactive Learning
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course.
An interest in Design and Engineering/Manufacturing, the use of hand and power tools and an
eagerness to excel both practically and theoretically.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT This course combines theoretical
understanding with practical application
related to the Design and Engineering
industries. Students problem solve in order
to design and produce products, systems or
environments whilst developing hand skills,
machinery knowledge and coordination.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will learn to: • Apply design and problem solving skills • Design and Plan Projects • Utilise tools and equipment • Demonstrate safe work habits • Manufacture projects utilising multiple
materials including but not limited to
timbers, metals, plastics, composites
and electronics • Use of specialist tools and machinery ASSESSMENT TASKS • Design Folio’s • Practical Projects/Tasks • Multi-modal presentations • Observations
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Design Graphics (General) • Design Industrial (General) • Building & Construction (Applied) • Engineering (Applied) • Graphics (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject will include a fee of $80.00 to
cover the costs of materials and resources
(Timber, Composites, Acrylic, Fasteners,
Glues, Finishes and specialised CAD
software) required for practical projects that
will be completed. As well as subject specific
learning experiences during this subject.
Costs for excursions must be considered.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. An interest in Engineering, Design and Architecture and an eagerness to learn CAD are
desirable.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT This course combines theoretical
understanding with practical applications in
CAD relating to Engineering, Design and
Architecture. Students will gain knowledge
and understanding in both Graphic and
Industrial Design Software.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will learn to:
• Demonstrate safe work habits • Use 2D CAD software • Use 3D CAD software • Use Architectural CAD software • Learn to operate and use a Laser Cutter • Learn to operate and use a Vinyl Cutter • Learn to operate and use 3D Miller • Apply design and problem solving skills
ASSESSMENT TASKS • CAD Drawing Folios • Practical CAD Projects utilising 3D
Milling Machine, Laser Cutter and
Vinyl Cutter • Written tasks (Assignments, reports) • Observations
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Design (General) • Building & Construction (Applied) • Engineering (Applied) • Graphics (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject will include a fee of $50.00 to
cover the costs of software/materials/
resources required for practical aspects
completed and subject specific learning
experiences. Costs for excursions must be
considered.
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Graphics Innovation Technology & Interactive Learning
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. An interest in building and manufacturing, the use of hand and power tools and an
eagerness to excel in a trade are desirable.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT This course combines theoretical
understanding with practical application
related to the Manufacturing Industries such
as, furnishing, plastics, cabinet making,
construction, landscaping and engineering.
Students problem solve in order to produce
products/systems whilst developing hand
skills, machinery knowledge and
coordination.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will learn to: • Utilise tools and equipment • Demonstrate safe work habits • Apply problem solving skills • Follow plans to complete projects • Manufacture projects utilising multiple
materials including but not limited to
timbers, metals, plastics, composites
and electronics • Use of specialist tools and machinery • Apply surface finishing techniques ASSESSMENT TASKS • Practical projects/tasks • Written tasks (assignments, reports,
exams) • Observations
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Building & Construction (Applied) • Engineering (Applied) • Graphics (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject will include a fee of $80.00 to
cover the costs of materials and
consumables (Timber, Metal, Acrylic,
Fasteners, Glues, finishes, welding gas, etc.)
required for 2 (two) take home practical
projects per year.
Costs for excursions must be considered.
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Industry Skills (Wood & Metalwork) Innovation Technology & Interactive Learning
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. An interest in hospitality, and food preparation and service is desirable.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT This subject provides students with the
opportunity to develop an understanding of
Hospitality and build a sound knowledge of
the skills required to work with food.
Students will explore the role of technology
and food in society from a range of
perspectives. Students will engage in
project based learning to help them become
independent and develop a range of
investigative, technological and critical
thinking skills as they communicate ideas.
Practical experience not only provides the
students with essential life skills but also
develops the students’ ability to work
cooperatively, manage time effectively, and
evaluate outcomes.
Students will investigate the challenges of
the Hospitality industry to effectively produce
products to match design challenges.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Some of the activities in which students will
engage include:
• Function planning and service • Simulated restaurant service • Analyse menus • Develop a recipe file • Cookery principles and techniques
- beverage preparation • Menu planning • Computer generated activities • Project based learning
ASSESSMENT TASKS Assessment for this course may include: • Practical tasks • Projects • Short writing tasks • Journals • Oral presentations • Teacher observations • Written tests FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Food & Nutrition (General) • Hospitality (Applied) • Certificate II in Hospitality ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject will include a fee of $60.00 per
annum to cover the cost of materials and
cookery ingredients which will be provided for
the students, for practical cookery learning
activities.
Excursions at student cost may be offered
during the course.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. An interest in Design/Engineering/Programming/Manufacturing, the use of hand and
power tools and an eagerness to learn how to use CNC machines/processes.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT This course combines theoretical
understanding with practical application
related to the Design/Engineering/
Manufacturing and Programming industries.
Students problem solve in order to design
and produce prototypes/systems whilst
developing hand skills, machinery
knowledge and coordination.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will learn to:
• Utilise tools and equipment • Demonstrate safe work habits • Apply design and problem solving skills • Design, make and program robot
prototypes • Manufacture projects utilising multiple
materials including but not limited to
metals, plastics, composites and
electronics • Use of specialist tools and machinery • Use of specialist software to program
robot movements ASSESSMENT TASKS • Practical Projects/Tasks • Design Folios • Written tasks (Assignments, reports,
exams) • Observations
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Design (General) • Engineering (General) • Graphics (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject will include a fee of $80.00 to
cover the costs of materials and resources
(Timber, Metal, Acrylic, Fasteners, Electronics,
Glues, Finishes and specialised
CAD/programming software) required for
practical projects that will be completed. As
well as subject specific learning experiences
during this subject.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No prerequisites are required; however, a sound knowledge and understanding of Year 8 Mathematics will benefit the student.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The proficiency strands understanding,
fluency, problem-solving and reasoning are
an integral part of mathematics content
across the three content strands; • Number and Algebra • Measurement and Geometry • Statistics and Probability The proficiencies reinforce the significance
of working mathematically within the content
and describe how the content is explored or
developed. They provide the language to
build in the developmental aspects of the
learning of mathematics. The achievement
standards reflect the content and
encompass the proficiencies. LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will learn to: • Solve problems using algebraic and
number skills • Investigate rainwater harvesting models
using Measurement and Geometry • Use statistical tools to analyse data set
and write reports • Apply a problem solving and modelling
approach which includes; formulate,
solve, evaluate and verify, and
communicate ASSESSMENT TASKS • Problem Solving and Modelling Task • Technology Free and Technology Active
Internal Assessments
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • General Mathematics (General) • Mathematical Methods (General) • Specialist Mathematics (General) • Essential Mathematics (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject will require students to have a
scientific calculator, pen, pencil, ruler, a graph
book and two exercise books.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites) Students must have completed Year 8 Science.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT In line with the Australian Curriculum,
Science provides opportunities for students
to develop an understanding of important
science concepts and processes, the
practices used to develop scientific
knowledge, of science’s contribution to our
culture and society, and its applications in
our lives. Students will use Inquiry Learning
to build on problem solving and higher order
thinking skills. The curriculum supports
students to develop the scientific knowledge,
understandings and skills to make informed
decisions about local, national and global
issues and to participate, if they so wish, in
science-related careers. Students will study: In Year 9, students consider the
operation of systems at a range of scales.
They explore ways in which the human body
as a system responds to its external
environment and the interdependencies
between biotic and abiotic components of
ecosystems. They are introduced to the
notion of the atom as a system of protons,
electrons and neutrons, and how this system
can change through nuclear decay. They
learn that matter can be rearranged through
chemical change and that these changes
play an important role in many systems.
They are introduced to the concept of the
conservation of matter and begin to develop
a more sophisticated view of energy transfer.
They begin to apply their understanding of
energy and forces to global systems such as
continental movement. LEARNING ACTIVITIES Learning activities will include: • Participating in experiments and fieldwork • Planning, conducting and reflecting on
experimental investigation • Researching and solving scientific
problems
ASSESSMENT TASKS The assessment program will include a wide
range of assessment techniques. Students will
be required to undertake: • Extended experimental investigations -
students investigate a hypothesis or answer
a practical research question • Written task - written tests are used, and
conducted under supervised conditions • Extended response tasks - students
respond to a question, circumstance or
issue • Inquiry tasks - students will explore topics
using the inquiry method FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking Science will develop
skills to pursue further studies in: • Biology (General) • Chemistry (General) • Physics (General) • Aquatic Practices (Applied) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There may be a cost associated with
excursions. It is expected that students will
need to complete approximately two hours of
homework/study each week due to the
demands of this subject.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites) Students must have achieved at least a ’B’ in Year 8 Science and Mathematics.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT STEM is the learning of Science,
Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
in an interdisciplinary or integrated
approach. Students gain and apply
knowledge, deepen their understanding and
develop creative and critical thinking skills
within an authentic context. Students will
use Inquiry Learning to build on problem
solving and higher order thinking skills. The
curriculum supports students to develop the
scientific knowledge, understandings and
skills to make informed decisions about
local, national and global issues and to
participate, if they so wish, in STEM - related
careers. LEARNING ACTIVITIES Students will undertake 2 semester long
projects covering Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics. Learning activities may include: • Participating in experiments, design
tasks, problem solving and analysis • Planning, conducting and reflecting on
experimental investigations • Researching and solving scientific and
mathematical
ASSESSMENT TASKS The assessment program will include a wide
range of assessment techniques. Students
will be required to undertake: • Inquiry projects - students may
investigate a hypothesis or answer a
practical research question, design a
solution to a problem, investigate
phenomena FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS This subject is an introduction to: • Biology (General) • Chemistry (General) • Physics (General) • Engineering (General) • Mathematical Methods (General) • Specialist Mathematics (General) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There may be costs associated with
excursions. It is expected that students will need to
complete approximately two hours of
homework/study each week due to the
demands of this subject.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites) Acceptance into the
qualification is based on a successful application and audition for the Academy of Dance
Industries.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The Studio of Dance Excellence (SoDE)
offered within the Academy of Dance
Industries aims to develop versatile dancers
who are high skilled, socially responsible
and ready for entry into Year 10, where
students complete their Certificate IV in
Dance among other accredited
qualifications.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
• Training in a vast range of dance styles and industries, including: Jazz, Contemporary, Showgirl, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, and Ballet
• Training in related industries, including: Aerial and Acrobatic skills, Vocal, Speech and Drama, Camera skills, Production (sound, lighting and digital)
• Performance and presentation skills • Solo, ensemble and partnering variations • The art of choreography and teaching • Fundamental fitness, anatomical and
nutritional principles • Tools for marketing and professional
presentation • Mental resilience and life skills required
for a working environment • Attend live performances • Engagement in workshops with ‘Affiliated
Industry Professionals’ • Interstate and international tours
ASSESSMENT TASKS Assessment methods include: • Performance • Choreography • Appreciation • Reflection • Strength and Technique Examination
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will develop
skills to pursue further studies in: • Dance (General) • Dance in Practice (Applied) • Certificate III/IV in Dance • Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) • Diploma of Musical Theatre, Diplomas of
Dance Teaching and Management,
professional dancer, choreographer,
production assistant/manager, teacher,
dance fitness instructor, assistant
teacher, administrator, etc.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A cost is incurred for the student’s involvement
in excursions and incursions.
Please see Enrolment Process through the
below link or direct your enquiry to the
Academy of Dance Industries Director - [email protected]
http://www.ormeauwoodsshs.eq.edu.au/
Curriculum/Excellenceprograms/Pages/aspx
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: Enthusiasm and willingness to explore dance mediums through choreography, performance and appreciation.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Dance enables students to develop a
movement vocabulary with which to explore
and refine imaginative ways of moving
individually and collaboratively. Students
choreograph, rehearse, perform and
respond as they engage with dance practice
and practitioners in their own and others’
cultures and communities.
Active participation as dancers,
choreographers and audiences promotes
students’ wellbeing and social inclusion.
Learning in and through dance enhances
students’ knowledge and understanding of
diverse cultures and contexts and develops
their personal, social and cultural identity.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES • Build on their awareness of the body and
how it is used in particular dance styles • Extend their understanding and use
space, time, dynamics and relationships
to expand their choreographic intentions • Extend combinations of fundamental
movement skills to include dance
style - specific movement skills • Extend technical skills, increasing their
confidence, accuracy, clarity of movement
and projection • Draw on dances from a range of cultures,
times and locations as they experience
dance • Reflect on the development of traditional
and contemporary styles of dance and
how choreographers can be identified
through the style of their choreography • Explore meaning and interpretation, forms
and elements, and social, cultural and
historical contexts of dance as they make
and respond to dance
ASSESSMENT TASKS Students will engage in assessment through
three strands:
• Choreographing includes students
drawing on their developing movement
vocabulary as they engage in the creative
process of making dance • Performing includes students acquiring
skills by practising, rehearsing, refining and
applying physical and expressive
techniques • Appreciating includes students
describing, explaining, evaluating and
critically analysing their own dances and
other dances viewed FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Dance (General) • Dance in Practice (Applied) • Certificate III/IV in Dance Dance provides a foundation for future
involvement in dance and related art forms
for employment and leisure. • Students develop important transferable
social, emotional, physical and intellectual
skills. Students’ self-confidence and the
necessary social skills to work effectively,
individually, and in teams are developed
within the study of Dance • Some Occupations: professional dancer,
artistic director, actor, choreographer,
teacher , producer, stage manager etc.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION As part of this course students have the
opportunity to be in school and community
performances.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. An interest in having fun with computers is desirable.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The Digital Media course has been designed
to develop confidence and competence in
designing, producing and evaluating
solutions to design problems using state of
the art Digital Media software. Digital Media has a focus on FUN, creativity,
innovation and the successful
implementation of your ideas through the
use of Digital Media technologies and media.
You will explore good versus bad design by
undertaking exciting activities across a range
of unusual design fields.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES • Have to have fun with digital design Experience the excitement of: • Video and sound editing • 2D and 3D character design • Sound creation • Special effects - still image and video • Animation • Image creation and editing • Digital 3D sculpting Use of: PC’s, Mac’s, Cameras, iPads,
Scanners, Printers, Laminators plus digital
sound equipment. ASSESSMENT TASKS The basis of assessment is the completion
of set Digital Media design tasks. You will
be assessed using criteria in four strands: • Research • Ideas • Producing • Evaluating Skill: Each Design Task will require you
to demonstrate skill using one or more
Digital Media skills and techniques.
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking Digital Media will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Film, Television & New Media (General) • Media Arts in Practice (Applied) This course will also give students the
opportunity to explore such industries as: • Advertising • Game Design • TV and Video • Graphic Design • Multi Media • Audio and Video ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Students will be able to install some of the
software on their own computers to enable
work to be carried out beyond the classroom.
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Drama The Arts
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT In Drama, students learn about themselves
and others by engaging in activities and
workshops and through the creation of
characters and situations. The study of
Drama provides a particularly valuable
means of increasing self-confidence and
self-expression while learning to work
creatively in group situations. A variety of
topics and themes are explored during the
course to encourage critical thinking and
social awareness. Drama is a fun, practical
subject where imagination knows no limits.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES • Skills in improvisation • Refined skills in mime/movement • Development of acting skills • The reading and writing of scripts as
text for performance • Technical aspects of production • Experience of dramatic presentations
(through performance, visits by theatre
groups, and excursions) • Develop an understanding of the use of
dramatic elements and theatrical
conventions • Solo and ensemble performance based
on a variety of stimulus • Writing skills necessary to analyse
performance • Develop an understanding of the
processes of working in ensemble and
the social skills required when working
creatively with others ASSESSMENT TASKS Assessment for drama revolves around
Forming, Presenting and Responding.
FORMING – Students devise and refine
scenarios and scripts, both individually and
as part of an ensemble using elements and
conventions appropriate to selected forms,
styles and purposes.
PRESENTING – Students present a
rehearsed, polished performance applying
performance skills appropriate to the selected
form, style and performance space.
REFLECTING AND RESPONDING –
Students evaluate the forms, styles and
processes used in dramatic action and
performance, identifying the influence of
purpose and context.
Students will engage in a number of
performance assignments that include scripted
productions, self-devised performances, and
monologues. Students will be given the
opportunity to perform publicly and for a
variety of audiences throughout the year.
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Drama (Applied) This course will also provide the ability to
become an effective communicator, a complex
thinker, an active investigator, a mature
participant in group contexts and a reflective
and self-directed learner.
Students who elect to study Drama do so for a
variety of reasons. For example, some
students view the subject as an opportunity to
further develop effective communication skills
that will assist them in their other subjects;
others see it as an opportunity to improve
self-confidence. No matter what the reason, all
students within the subject are encouraged to
reach their potential, achieve their goals and
importantly, enjoy learning in the classroom.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Students will have the opportunity to meet
during lunch and after school for rehearsal
and/or tutorials.
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Excellence in Digital (Digi X) The Arts
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Compulsory Pre-requisites) Acceptance into the course is
attained through a successful application (including practical component) for DIGI X.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The DIGI X program is a Digital Media
excellence program which exposes students
from Years 7 to 11 to a wide range of digital
media in a creative and dynamic
environment. The course aims to develop
highly skilled, versatile digital students who
are ready to advance to future career
options in the 21st century digital world.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES • Digital Painting - (unique to this school) • 3D Modelling • Digital Sculpting - (unique to this school) • Advanced Photoshop • Digital Marketing including Web Design • Special Digital Effects - (unique to this
school) • Advanced laser light technology - (unique
to this school) • Projection Mapping - (unique to this
school) - national links • Advanced Digital Illustration • Video Rotoscoping - (unique to this
school) - international links ASSESSMENT TASKS • Developing tasks to meet the needs of
digital excellence • Exhibitions of digital designs • Portfolio of development and realisation
of resolved work
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Film, Television & New Media (General) • Media Arts in Practice (Applied)
Areas of Study: University and TAFE:
Creative Digital Arts, Digital Design, Digital
Marketing and Digital Artistry.
Occupations: Marketing, Graphic Design,
Animation, 3D Modelling, Rotoscoping,
Special Effects, Laser Technology,
Projection Mapping.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The course attracts no fee and is open to
students from year 7 – 11 in 2018 and
year 7 - 12 2019. It is anticipated that the
course will eventually lead to a Certificate III
or IV in Digital Technology.
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Film Studies The Arts
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. An interest in working with cameras and computers is desirable.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The Film Studies course has been designed
to develop confidence and competence in
designing, producing and critiquing films,
television and multimedia platforms, such as
videogames. Film Studies requires you to
analyse film in order to help you to design
and create entertaining productions using
industry professional software.
Film Studies has a focus on FUN, creativity,
innovation and the successful
implementation of your ideas through the
production of video and media.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES Experience the excitement of: • Film creation • Video and sound editing • Special effects - Green Screen • 3D Animation • 2D Character design • Film Analysis Use of: PC’s, Mac’s, Cameras, iPads,
Green Screen plus digital sound equipment.
ASSESSMENT TASKS The basis of assessment is the completion
of set Film Critique, Design and Production
tasks. You will be assessed using criteria in three
strands: • Critique: Analysis and Evaluation • Design: Research and Creation • Production: Making and Editing Skill: Each task will require you to
demonstrate ability using one or more Film
technique and application.
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will develop
skills to pursue further studies in: • Film, Television & New Media (General) This course will also give students the
opportunity to explore such industries as: skills
to pursue further studies in: • Television and Video • Audio and Video • Animation • Advertising • Game Design • Graphic Design • Multi Media ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Students will have various opportunities to
further practice and establish their abilities
during school events by filming, editing and
displaying their videos. There are also
opportunities for students to enter a plethora
of secondary and tertiary film competitions
winning numerous prizes and network
opportunities.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: No assumed knowledge or pre-requisites are required for this
course. Experience playing an instrument and/or singing is desirable, as is an interest in both
the practical and theoretical elements of Music.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Students will create their own compositions,
perform music both on voice and
instrumental and analyse repertoire in many
different genres and styles including
classical, jazz & blues, rock, pop and
modern music. The course offers training in
music theory, music analysis, aural skills,
creative composition and performance. They
will have the opportunity to use the latest
music computer software, which enables
them to compose and arrange their music for
any combination of instruments/voices, and
instantly hear the results. Students have
access to acoustic and electric drum kits,
electric guitars, electric bass guitars, a class
set of acoustic guitars, electronic keyboards,
tuned and untuned percussion for their
practical work, and their own instruments if
they wish. They also have access to a class
set of laptops to use for composing,
researching and song searches.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES • Learning how to play a variety of
instruments as a solo and ensemble
performance • Learning the music specific skills required
including composition, reading notation,
tablature, tuning guitars, aural skills,
teamwork, building confidence etc • Use of music software – such as Muse
Score, Sibelius, Garageband, Protools,
iMovie, Acid and Audacity • Performance skills in front of a variety of
audiences • Awareness of music from other cultures
and periods • Live performance etiquette • Understanding vocal and instrumental
techniques required in performing and
writing music • Creating compositions for a variety of
instrumental and/or vocal ensembles • Learn how to use technical equipment
(sound desk, microphones,
guitars/keyboards/drumkits) for
recording purposes
ASSESSMENT TASKS The Music course incorporates five
assessable areas that are considered
essential to basic music development. They
are:
1. Analysing Repertoire - Listening to music
for analysis, aural skills development, ability
to deconstruct and evaluate
2. Composing - Creating music through
practical activities and the use of music
software
3. Performing -Ensemble and Solo
4. Responding
5. Reflecting
FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will develop
skills to pursue further studies in: • Music (General) • Music in Practice (Applied) This course will set students up for senior
music, as well as contribute to learning in
other areas through the development of
qualities such as memory, co-ordination,
concentration, co-operation and inventiveness.
It also develops thinking skills such as logical
thinking, perception, decision-making, critical
thinking, problem solving, and concept
formation. Other benefits in studying music
include developing self-confidence,
interpersonal skills, positive communication
skills and enhances self-esteem.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Students will have the opportunity to meet
during lunch and after school for rehearsal
and/or tutorials. There are a variety of
excursions on offer in this course and
networking with universities.
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Compulsory Pre-requisites)
Acceptance into the course is attained through a successful application (including practical
component) for SoFA.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT The SoFA program is a Visual Art
excellence program which exposes students
from Years 7 to 12 to a wide range of visual
art media in a creative and dynamic
environment. The course aims to develop
highly skilled, versatile artists who are ready
to advance to Visual Art and/or Visual Arts
in Practice.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES • Drawing, painting, printmaking,
photography, mixed media (2D) • Ceramics, textiles, found object
assemblage (3D) • Specialist workshops and visiting artists ASSESSMENT TASKS • Making tasks (including experimental
folios and resolved pieces) • Exhibitions and cross-arts projects • Critiques/Artist Statements (writing) FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Visual Art (General) • Visual Art in Practice (Applied) Areas of Study: University and TAFE:
Creative Arts, Visual Art, Design, Fine Art,
Fashion.
Occupations: Gallery Curator, Fashion
Designer, Teacher, Professional Artist,
Craftsperson, Photographer & Assistant,
Textile Designer, Milliner, Hairdresser,
Make-up Artists, Community Arts
Coordinator, Gallery Officer, Architect.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The course attracts a fee of $50 for all year
levels. This covers the use of all resources.
Excursions throughout the year will also
attract a fee depending on the nature of the
event.
For further information please contact Karina
Meadows – [email protected]
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: (Highly Recommended Pre-requisites)
Sound Achievement in Visual Art and Media.
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT Visual Art offers a unique way for students to
communicate and connect with their world
using critical and innovative thinking.
Students develop the ability to understand
and engage in challenging art forms, styles
and media areas. Students will use and
integrate a range of arts technologies in
creating and re-creating, presenting and
performing to examine the ways in which art
forms shape and influence their lives.
Students will work as art-practitioners in a
variety of roles such as maker, designer,
presenter, technician and manager.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES • Drawing, painting, printmaking (2D) • Sculpture, textiles, mixed media, design &
wearable art (3D) • Cross-arts project and event
management ASSESSMENT TASKS • Making and experimental folio • Exhibition • Essay/critique writing FUTURE PATHWAYS AND LEARNING
OPTIONS Students undertaking this subject will
develop skills to pursue further studies in: • Visual Art (General) • Visual Art in Practice (Applied) Areas of Study: University and TAFE:
Creative Arts, Visual Art, Design, Fine Art,
Fashion.
Occupations: Gallery Curator, Fashion
Designer, Teacher, Professional Artist,
Craftsperson, Photographer & Assistant,
Textile Designer, Milliner, Hairdresser,
Make-up Artists, Community Arts
Coordinator, Gallery Officer, Architect.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The course attracts a fee of $40, this covers
the use of all resources. Excursions
throughout the year will also attract a fee
depending on the nature of the event.
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FURTHER INFORMATION
Principal: Ross Wallace [email protected] Deputy Principal (year 10 and 11) Dan Finn [email protected] Deputy Principal (year 11 and 12) Megan Herbert [email protected] Deputy Principal (year 8 and 9) Kristie Podlich [email protected] Deputy Principal (year 7 and 8) Matthew Silcock [email protected] Head of Department Differentiation Michelle Davis [email protected]
English Jane Harvey [email protected]
Health and Well-Being Tracy Kenny [email protected]
Humanities Carmel Naidoo [email protected]
Innovation Technology & Interactive
Learning Glen Armstrong [email protected]
Junior Secondary Melissa Booton [email protected]
Mathematics Hemant Prahaladh [email protected]
Science Janelle Norton [email protected]
Senior Secondary Tricia Smits [email protected]
Student Support Services Joel McCarthy [email protected]
The Arts Terry Antcliffe [email protected]
Guidance Officer Alan Fraser [email protected]
Industry Liaison Officer Linda Whyte [email protected]
“correct at time of publication but subject to change”
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