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Examination Notification YEAR 12, MARCH 2018

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2018 Year 12 Half Yearly Exam Timetable &

Focused Preliminary Exam Timetable

Students:

• Must sign in/out from the LRC before and after EVERY examination.

• Must be ready at the examination room at least 15 min prior to the start time.

• Check rooming for each examination.

• Are required to comply with the College uniform guidelines during the examination week.

• Are not permitted to leave an examination early.

• Are responsible for bringing the required equipment into the examination room. The sharing of items will

not be permitted.

• Deemed to not have made a serious attempt at any paper will receive an N-Determination Warning.

• All students are expected to be in class from Thursday, 5 April – Friday, 6 April

• All students are expected to be in class from Period 4 on Monday, 9 April

Study Days

• Year 12 are not required to attend the College during the examination period where they do not have

an examination scheduled, unless specified by the Head of Secondary Years. Students may choose to

study on campus in the LRC before/after examinations, or may sign in at the LRC for whole-day study in

the LRC if they choose.

Date Exam Time Length

(+ reading time) Course Venue

Tuesday,

27 March 9:20am – 11:00am

90 minutes

(10 minutes)

English Advanced

English Standard F03/F04

Wednesday,

28 March 11:45am – 1:20pm

90 minutes

(5 minutes)

English Advanced

English Standard F03/F04

Thursday,

29 March

9:15am – 12:20pm 3 hours

(5 minutes) PDHPE F03

9:15am – 10:30am 1 hour 15 mins Music 1 D08

Tuesday,

3 April 9:15am – 11:20am

2 hours

(5 minutes)

Mathematics General 2

Mathematics F03/F04

Wednesday,

4 April

11:30am – 2:35pm 3 hours

(5 minutes) Biology F03

11:20am – 1:25pm 2 hours

(5 minutes) Business Studies F04

Monday,

9 April 9:30am – 11:35am

2 hours

(5 minutes)

Chemistry

Economics

Food Technology

IPT

Ancient History

Auditorium

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Biology

Half Yearly Examination

Assessment Task Number: 2

Weighting: 20%

Exam Length: 3 hours (plus 5 minutes reading time)

Course Specific Criteria

Biology – Maintaining a Balance and Blueprint of life up to page 130

Outcomes

2 analyses the ways in which models, theories and laws in biology have been tested and validated

4 assesses the impacts of applications of biology on society and the environment

6 explains why the biochemical processes that occur in cells are related to macroscopic changes in the

organism

7 analyses the impact of natural and human processes on biodiversity

8 evaluates the impact of human activity on the interactions of organisms and their environment

9 describes the mechanisms of inheritance in molecular terms

10 describes the mechanisms of evolution and assesses the impact of human activity on evolution

14 assesses the validity of conclusions from gathered data and information

BPL Dispositions

Examination Components

• Part A – 30 Marks

• Complete multiple choice questions 1-30, allowing about 60 minutes for this task

• Part B – 90 Marks Attempt Questions 31-51, allowing about 120 minutes for this task

• Short answer questions

• You will be assessed on your ability to correctly answer the questions

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Biology

Examination Study Guide

Key Biology Study Strategies:

Skills Focus:

• Make sure you are familiar with writing reports- hypothesis, method, results, conclusions etc

• Graphing of data- bar and line graphs

• Interpreting data and drawing conclusions

Recommended revision strategies:

• Past examinations

• Practise Questions and self-assess then compare to model answers

• Linking revision notes with the HSC syllabus

• Palm cards and self-testing

• Practice multiple choice online- board of studies

In order to prepare for this examination students should focus their study on the following topics:

Maintaining a Balance

• Activity and Temperature

• Enzymes

• Water for transport

• Regulation of substances

Blueprint of life

• The evidence for evolution

• Mendel and inheritance

It is suggested that students use/access the following resources:

• BOS –online multiple choice Website: http://www4.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-school-

certificate/biology/

• BOS – HSC examinations and model answers

• Text book – Heinemann Biology

• Revision notes on Canvas

• Animations and interactive on Canvas

• Practice Questions – given in class

http://www4.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-school-certificate/biology/

http://www4.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-school-certificate/biology/

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Business Studies



Weighting: 20%


Outcomes

1 critically analyses the role of business in Australia and globally

2 evaluates management strategies in response to changes in internal and external influences

3 discusses the social and ethical responsibilities of management

4 analyses business functions and processes in large and global businesses

5 explains management strategies and their impact on businesses

6 evaluates the effectiveness of management in the performance of businesses

7 plans and conducts investigations into contemporary business issues

8 organises and evaluates information for actual and hypothetical business situations

9 communicates business information, issues and concepts in appropriate formats

10 applies mathematical concepts appropriately in business situations

BPL Dispositions


• 20 Multiple Choice

• 5 Short Answer

• 1 Business Report

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Business Studies


Key Business Studies Study Strategies:

• Review Notes

• Read Apple Case study book

• Practise questions and essays


• Unit Financial Management

• Unit Operations


• Text book

• Apple Case study book

• Practise Review questions from text book.

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Advanced English



Weighting: 25%

Exam Length: 2 x 90 mins – Day 1 and Day 2


Reading – 10%

Writing – 15%

Outcomes

1 explains and evaluates the effects of different contexts of responders and composers on texts

2 explains relationships among texts

4 explains and analyses the ways in which language forms and features, and structures of texts

shape meaning and influence responses

6 engages with the details of text in order to respond critically and personally

10 analyses and synthesises information and ideas into sustained and logical argument for a range of

purposes, audiences and contexts

11 draws upon the imagination to transform experience and ideas into text demonstrating control of

language

BPL Dispositions


There are two x 90 minute exams for English on separate days.

Each exam consists of two sections of 45 minutes (2 x 45mins = 90mins).

DAY 1

• Paper 1 – Section 1 – AOS – Short answers (unseen texts)

• Paper 1 – Section 2 – AOS – Creative writing

DAY 2

• Paper 1 – Section 3 – AOS – Extended response (prescribed text and related texts)

• Paper 2 – Module A – Gatsby & Elizabeth Barrett Browning – Extended response

This exam period allows you to prepare for all of Paper 1 plus Module A in Paper 2

The papers set for examination will be a hybrid of past published papers

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Advanced English


Key Advance English Study Strategies:

• Re-read / view all texts set for study and related material.

• Revise feedback from past assessment tasks to understand where you need to improve.

• Write key quotes and concepts on visual prompts (posters / flash cards) to read often.

• Record poems read aloud and play these back, even when you are “not” studying.

• Review all Module Rubrics to focus your study on the key components of the module.

• Using the Rubric, create sample questions of your own and write a response plan (thesis statement, key

quotes, concept maps)

• Review past exemplary scripts to understand the standard examiners are looking for in the top band.

• Select key phrases / expressions from exemplary scripts to emulate in a similar form. Learn these phrases

verbatim.

• Complete timed practice papers and submit these for feedback / use marking criteria to self-assess.

• Review creative writing plans. Practise adapting characters and location to suit a range of prompts.


• Area of Study: ‘Discovery’ related material – have a range of related texts so that you can adapt at least

two to every aspect of the Rubric.

• Area of Study: Prescribed text – A Short History of Nearly Everything (know 4 chapters intensely)

• Module A: The Great Gatsby – know at least 10 excellent quotes that can be adapted to suit a range of

concepts from a variety of characters

• Module A: the poetry of Elizabeth Barrett Browning – know EVERY poem (they could prescribe a poem).

Understand the concept focus of each poem.


• Google classroom / CANVAS

• Class notes

• Past assessment tasks

• Past HSC papers - http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/hsc_exams/

http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/hsc_exams/

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Standard English



Weighting: 25%

Exam Length 2 x 90 mins – Day 1 and Day 2


Reading – 10%

Writing – 15%

Outcomes

1 demonstrates understanding of how relationships between composer, responder, text and context

shape meaning

2 demonstrates understanding of the relationships among texts

4 describes and analyses the ways that language forms and features, and structures of texts shape

meaning and influence responses

6 engages with the details of text in order to respond critically and personally

10 analyses and synthesises information and ideas into sustained and logical argument for a range of

purposes, audiences and contexts

11 draws upon the imagination to transform experience and ideas into text, demonstrating control of

language

BPL Dispositions


There are two x 90 minute exams for English on separate days.

Each exam consists of two sections of 45 minutes (2 x 45 mins = 90 mins).

DAY 1

● Paper 1 – Section 1 – AOS – Short answers (unseen texts)

● Paper 1 – Section 2 – AOS – Creative writing

DAY 2

● Paper 1 – Section 3 – AOS – Extended response (prescribed text and related texts)

● Paper 2 – Module A – Distinctively Visual – Extended response (prescribed text and related texts)

This exam period allows you to prepare for ALL of Paper 1 plus Module A in Paper 2

The papers set for examination will be a hybrid of past published papers.

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Standard English


Key Standard English Study Strategies:

● Re-read / view all texts set for study and related material.

● Revise feedback from past assessment tasks to understand where you need to improve.

● Write key quotes and concepts on visual prompts (posters / flash cards) to read often.

● Record poems read aloud and play these back, even when you are “not” studying.

● Review all Module Rubrics to focus your study on the key components of the module.

● Using the Rubric, create sample questions of your own and write a response plan (thesis statement, key

quotes, concept maps)

● Review past exemplary scripts to understand the standard examiners are looking for in the top band.

● Select key phrases / expressions from exemplary scripts to emulate in a similar form. Learn these phrases

verbatim.

● Complete timed practice papers and submit these for feedback / use marking criteria to self-assess.

● Review creative writing plans. Practise adapting characters and location to suit a range of prompts.


● Area of Study: Prescribed text – The Poetry of Rosemary Dobson

• Young Girl at a Window

• Wonder

• Painter of Antwerp

• Traveller’s Tale

• The Tiger

• Cock Crow

• Ghost Town: New England

● Area of Study: ‘Discovery’ related material – have a range of related texts so that you can adapt at least two

to every aspect of the Rubric.

● Module A: Distinctively Visual – Short Stories of Henry Lawson

• The Drover’s Wife

• The Loaded Dog

• In a Dry Season

• The Bush Undertaker

● Module A: Related material – prepare at least two texts which could be used for either comparison or

contrast in your exploration of the distinctively visual within Lawson’s work. You may use the texts

discussed in class or prepare texts of your own choosing.


● Google classroom / CANVAS

● Class notes

● Past assessment tasks

● Past HSC papers – http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/hsc_exams/

http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/hsc_exams/

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General Mathematics 2



Weighting: 30%


Course Specific Criteria:

Up to 30% of the internal assessment mark submitted to the Board of Studies may be based on the

Preliminary Mathematics General course.

Outcomes:

MG2H-1 uses mathematics and statistics to evaluate and construct arguments in a range of familiar and

unfamiliar contexts

MG2H-2

MG2H-3 makes predictions about situations based on mathematical models, including those involving

cubic, hyperbolic or exponential functions

MG2H-4 analyses two-dimensional and three-dimensional models to solve practical problems, including

those involving spheres and non-right-angled triangles

MG2H-5 interprets the results of measurements and calculations and makes judgements about

reasonableness, including the degree of accuracy of measurements and calculations and the

conversion to appropriate units

MG2H-6

MG2H-7 answers questions requiring statistical processes, including the use of the normal distribution,

and the correlation of bivariate data

MG2H-8

MG2H-9 chooses and uses appropriate technology to locate and organise information from a range

of contexts

MG2H-10 uses mathematical argument and reasoning to evaluate conclusions drawn from other

sources, communicating a position clearly to others, and justifies a response

BPL Dispositions


This is a written test to be completed as follows:

Section I: Multiple Choice (20 marks)

Section II: Longer Response (60 marks)

The total is 80 marks.

Follow exam guidelines

• Use black pen for your working,

• Use a pencil and ruler for diagrams or sketches.

• Do NOT use liquid paper or white out tape.

• Approved Board Calculators may be used.

Marks are awarded for good mathematical thinking. Show all your working.

Marks may be lost for poorly organised or written work.

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General Mathematics 2


Key General Mathematics 2 Study Strategies:

1. Always revise your work daily, weekly and then do a major review one week before your exam. Use study

checklists and flash cards.

2. Once an exam is announced:

- Construct a list of topics to review

- Find specific problems for each topic on your list

- Make your list long enough to provide enough practice for mastery

- Include all types of problems and of various levels of difficulty.

3. You must master all the topics on your list before you work on any practice tests.

4. Do not expect to be able to work out very difficult problems on a test if you have not practiced working

out these kinds of problems ahead of time. Do one topic at a time.

5. Take and master "practice tests" that have the same form as the actual test you are preparing for. Create

sample tests for yourself from study guides and course outline review texts that have the correct answers

listed so you can check your solutions. Test yourself often. When you can get 100% on your own difficult

tests, you are bound to do well on your exam.

6. Often speed counts on a test. You may have to practice some types of problems over and over again until

you can work them in less time.

7. Learn to recognize your math concepts, formulas or procedures in random order, that is, in a different

order than they were presented in your textbook or in class and KNOW what is provided on any formula

sheets.

8. Remember, it is not possible to study too much for a math test. Doing more work can only help you to

gain greater mastery of your material. But do not study until the last minute and be sure to get a good

night sleep the two previous nights before your exam.

9. Analyse your homework problems, practice tests and past exams. Note the typical errors you usually

make – transcription errors, calculator errors, not reading questions thoroughly... and the types of

problems that cause you difficulty. Give yourself more practice in these areas.


Preliminary Topics

• Financial Mathematics – Earning and managing money, Investing money, Taxation

• Data and Statistics – Statistics and society, data collection and sampling, Displaying and interpreting single

data sets, Summary statistics

• Measurement – Units of measurement and applications, Applications of perimeter, area and volume,

Similarity of two-dimensional figures, right-angled triangles

• Probability – Relative frequency and probability

• Algebra and Modelling – Algebraic manipulation, Interpreting linear relationships

• Focus Study: Mathematics and Communication – Mobile phone plans, Digital download and file storage

• Focus Study: Mathematics and Driving – Costs of purchase & insurance, Running costs & depreciation,

Safety

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HSC Topics

• Financial Mathematics – Credit and borrowing, Annuities and loan repayments

• Algebra and Modelling – Further algebraic skills and techniques, Modelling non-linear relationships

Measurement – Further applications of area and volume, Applications of trigonometry

• Focus Study: Mathematics and Health – Medication

• Focus Study: Mathematics and Resources – Water availability and usage, Dams, land and catchment

areas, Energy and sustainability


Study Guide program and accompanying Revision Booklets

• Past Preliminary Exams and HSC exams (only with content above)

• After school homework assist

• Textbook Revision Exercises and Challenge questions.

• Teachers (we are here to help you)

• Maths Online, Eddie Woo Videos

• Create a study group with each other at lunch or after school. Teaching teaches the learner.

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Mathematics



Weighting: 25%


Outcomes:

P1 demonstrates confidence in using mathematics to obtain realistic solutions to problems

P2 provides reasoning to support conclusions which are appropriate to the context

P3 performs routine arithmetic and algebraic manipulation involving surds, simple rational

expressions and trigonometric identities

P4 chooses and applies appropriate arithmetic, algebraic, graphical, trigonometric and geometric

techniques

P5 understands the concept of a function and the relationship between a function and its graph

P6 relates the derivative of a function to the slope of its graph

P7 determines the derivative of a function through routine application of the rules of differentiation

P8 understands and uses the language and notation of calculus

H1 seeks to apply mathematical techniques to problems in a wide range of practical contexts

H2 constructs arguments to prove and justify results

H3 manipulates algebraic expressions involving logarithmic and exponential functions

H4 expresses practical problems in mathematical terms based on simple given models

H5 applies appropriate techniques from the study of calculus, geometry, probability, trigonometry and

series to solve problems

H6 uses the derivative to determine the features of the graph of a function

H7 uses the features of a graph to deduce information about the derivative

H8 uses techniques of integration to calculate areas and volumes

H9 communicates using mathematical language, notation, diagrams and graphs

BPL Dispositions


1. This is a written test to be completed as follows:

Section I: Questions 1 – 5 Multiple Choice (5 marks)

Section II: Questions 6 – 9 Extended Response (60 marks)

2. Follow exam guidelines

• Use black pen for your working

• Use a pencil and ruler for diagrams or sketches

• Do not use liquid paper or white out tape

• Approved Board Calculators may be used.

3. Marks are awarded for good mathematical thinking. Show all your working.

4. Marks may be lost for poorly organised or written work.

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Mathematics


Key Mathematics Study Strategies:

1. Always revise your work daily, weekly and then do a major review one week before your exam. Use study

checklists and flash cards.

2. Once an exam is announced:

• Construct a list of topics to review

• Find specific problems for each topic on your list

• Make your list long enough to provide enough practice for mastery

• Include all types of problems and of various levels of difficulty.

3. You must master all the topics on your list before you work on any practice tests.

4. Do not expect to be able to work out very difficult problems on a test if you have not practiced working

out these kinds of problems ahead of time. Do one topic at a time.

5. Take and master "practice tests" that have the same form as the actual test you are preparing for. Create

sample tests for yourself from study guides and course outline review texts that have the correct answers

listed so you can check your solutions. Test yourself often. When you can get 100% on your own difficult

tests, you are bound to do well on your exam.

6. Often speed counts on a test. You may have to practice some types of problems over and over again until

you can work them in less time.

7. Learn to recognise your math concepts, formulas or procedures in random order, that is, in a different

order than they were presented in your textbook or in class and know what is provided on any formula

sheets.

8. Remember, it is not possible to study too much for a math test. Doing more work can only help you to

gain greater mastery of your material. But do not study until the last minute and be sure to get a good

night sleep the two previous nights before your exam.

9. Analyse your homework problems, practice tests and past exams. Note the typical errors you usually

make – transcription errors, calculator errors, not reading questions thoroughly… and the types of

problems that cause you difficulty. Give yourself more practice in these areas.


• Preliminary Topics – Arithmetic & Algebra, Functions & Graphs, Trigonometry, Linear Functions,

Quadratic Functions, Locus & Parabola

• HSC Topics – Geometrical Applications of Calculus, Series & Application, Integration, Exponential &

Logarithmic Functions


• Study Guide program and accompanying Revision sheets

• Past Preliminary Exams and HSC exams (only with content above)

• After school homework assist

• Textbook Revision Exercises and Challenge questions.

• Access Maths Online and Khan Academy

• Teachers (we are here to help you)

• Create a study group with each other at lunch or after school!

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Music 1



Weighting: 10%

Exam Length: 1 hour 15 mins


Aural Skills

Outcomes

H2 reads, interprets, discusses and analyses simple musical scores that are characteristic of the

topics studied

H4 articulates an aural understanding of musical concepts and their relationships in a wide variety

of musical styles

H6 critically evaluates and discusses the use of the concepts of music in works representative of

the topics studies and through wide listening

BPL Dispositions


• Student will undertake an examination testing Aural Skills.

• The examination will consist of 4 questions, each relating to a specific musical concept.

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HSC Music 1


Key Aural Skills Study Strategies:

• Read through our mind maps of elements

• Listen to a variety of works and outline how various elements are used.

• Review how the elements are used in conjunction with one another in a listening work.

• Review how the elements are used to create contrast or Unity (interest)

• Practise using the language contained on our mind maps.


• Texture

• Structure

• Tone colour

• Pitch

• Rhythm / duration

• Expressive techniques

• Unity and contrast


• Musical Element handouts and mind maps

• Past HSC paper questions

• Varied listening examples from a wide array of musical genres

• Musical elements text book.

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PDHPE



Weighting: 30%



Option: Improving Performance

Core 1: Health Priorities in Australia

Outcomes

1 Describes the nature and justifies the choice of Australia’s health priorities

2 Analyses and explains the health status of Australians in terms of current trends and groups most at risk

4 Argues the case for health promotion based on the Ottawa Charter

5 Explains the different roles and responsibilities of individuals, communities and governments in

addressing Australia’s health priorities

7 Explains the relationship between physiology and movement potential

8 Explains how a variety of training approaches and other interventions enhance performance and safety

in physical activity

14 Argues the benefits of health-promoting actions and choices that promote social justice

15 Critically analyses key issues affecting the health of Australians and proposes ways of working towards

better health for all

16 Devises methods of gathering, interpreting and communicating information about health and physical

activity concepts

BPL Dispositions


• Section 1: 30 Multiple Choice & Short Answer questions

• Section 2: 2 Extended response questions based on the Option ‘Improving Performance’

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PDHPE


Key PDHPE Study Strategies:

• Make sure you are familiar with writing extending responses for Option topic

• Practice interpreting graphs and tables

• Link concepts to practical examples

Recommended revision strategies:

• Past examinations

• Practice Questions and self-assess then compare to model answers

• Linking revision notes with the HSC syllabus

• Palm cards and self-testing

• Practice multiple choice online- board of studies


Health Priorities In Australia

• How are priority issues for Australia’s health identified?

• What are the priority issues for improving Australia’s health?

• Role of health-care facilities and services in achieving better health

Option 1: Improving Performance

• Training for improved performance

• Planning considerations for improving performance

• Ethical issues related to improving performance


• BOS –HSC examinations and model answers

• Text book – Outcomes 2 HSC PDHPE

• Revision notes and slides on Canvas

• Relevant health websites for current information on Australia’s health

• Practice Questions – given in class

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Preliminary Focus Ancient History

Yearly Examination


Weighting: 40%



Knowledge and understanding of course content 30%

Communication of historical information in appropriate forms 10%

Outcomes

1.1 Describe and explain the contribution of key people, groups, events, institutions, societies and sites

within the historical context.

2.1 Identify historical factors and explain their significance in contributing to change and continuity in the

ancient world.

3.4 Identify and account for differing perspectives and interpretations of the past.

4.1 Use historical terms appropriately.

4.2 Communicate knowledge and understanding of historical features and issues using appropriate oral

and written forms.

BPL Dispositions


• Section 1

- Investigating the Past: History, Archaeology and Science AND Case Study: Ancient Human Remains (50%)

- Multiple Choice and Short Answer (allow about 1 hour for this section)

• Section 2

- Case Study: Homer and the Trojan War (25%)

- Extended Response (allow about 30 minutes for this section)

• Section 3

- Ancient Societies, Sites and Sources: City of Rome (25%)

- Extended Response (allow about 30 minutes for this section)

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Preliminary Focus Ancient History


Key Ancient History Study Strategies:

• Ensure that you have a copy of the Syllabus and have identified units to be examined.

• Create unit summaries for each unit to be examined (one SHORT paragraph per dot point).

• Complete all review questions at the conclusion of each relevant chapter.

• Practice responding to essay questions under examination conditions (timing, no notes etc.).

• Collaborate with a friend to read and provide critical feedback of each other’s essays.

• Create word webs, focusing not on the definitions of words but the links between concepts.

• Collaborate with a partner or group taking turns to verbally explain key concepts to each other.

• Think creatively about ways of communicating your understanding (video blogs, songs, diagrams etc.)

In order to prepare for this examination, students should focus their study on the following topics:

• Investigating the Past: History, Archaeology

• Science AND Case Study: Ancient Human Remains

• Case Study: Homer and the Trojan War

• Ancient Societies, Sites and Sources: City of Rome


• Ancient History Syllabus:

https://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_hsc/pdf_doc/ancient-history-st6-syl-from2010.pdf

• Hurley, T. et al. (2008) Antiquity 1: Past Perspectives (3rd ed.), Oxford University Press.

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Preliminary Focus Chemistry

Yearly Examination


Weighting: 35%


Course Specific Criteria:

This examination will cover all the modules studied in the Preliminary Course: The Chemical Earth, Metals,

Water and Energy. Approximately 25% of marks are allocated for each of the four modules studied.

Outcomes:

P1 Outlines the historical development of major principles, concepts and ideas in chemistry

P2 Applies the processes that are used to test and validate models, theories and laws of science with

particular emphasis on first-hand investigation

P3 Assesses the impact of particular technological advances on understanding in chemistry

P4 Describes applications of chemistry which affect society or the environment

P5 Describes the scientific principles employed in particular areas of research in chemistry

P6 Explains trends and relationships between elements in terms of atomic structure and bonding

P7 Describes chemical changes in terms of energy inputs and outputs

P8 Describes factors that influence the type and rate of chemical reactions

P9 Relates the uses of carbon to the unique nature of carbon chemistry

P10 Applies simple stoichiometric relationships

P11 Identifies and implements improvements to investigation plans

P12 Discusses the validity and reliability of data gathered from first-hand investigations and secondary

resources

P13 Identifies appropriate terminology and reporting styles to communicate information and

understanding

P14 Draws valid conclusions from gathered data and information

P15 Implements strategies to work effectively as an individual or as a member of a team

BPL Dispositions


• An examination of 2 hours and 5 minutes reading time

• This examination consists of 20 Multiple Choice questions and short answer questions which could

include such questions as drawing diagrams, calculations, writing equations, graphing, applying

knowledge, etc.)

• All answers are to be written on the examination paper.

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Preliminary Focus Chemistry


Key Chemistry Study Strategies:

• Memorise symbols of: elements, formulas and charges of polyatomic ions/radicals, the Solubility Rules

(create flashcards and other mnemonics, ask someone to quiz you, etc.)

• Practise writing balanced chemical equations, including complete and net ionic equations

• Practise stoichiometric calculations

• Practise reading, interpreting and drawing line graphs

• Review practical activities carried out in class by reviewing Practical Activities Logbook

• Write summary notes using syllabus points with textbook as reference material

• Review Activity Booklets and check answers available at Canvas

• Answer Extended Response Exam-Style Questions for each module in your textbook

• Answer Revision Test for each module in your textbook

• Complete ALL Topic Quizzes foe each module available at Canvas

• Review class notes and hand outs


(please refer to the syllabus and textbook for your references)

• Mixtures, Elements, Compounds in the Earth

• Atoms, Molecules and Ions

• Chemical Reactions, Names and Formulas

• Metals: Properties, Uses and Reactions

• Quantitative Aspects of Formulae and Equations (Stoichiometry)

• The Periodic Table

• Water: Uses, Properties and Structure

• Ions in Aqueous Solution

• Energy and Its Traditional Sources

• Combustion


• Conquering Chemistry Preliminary Course 4th Edition by Roland Smith, and/or any other text

• Activity Booklet (The Chemical Earth, Metals, Water, Energy)

• Practical Activity Logbook (The Chemical Earth, Metals, Water, Energy)

• Syllabus for each module

• The Solubility Rules

• The Periodic Table of Ions and the most recent version of the Periodic Table

• Class notes and handouts

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Preliminary Focus Economics

Yearly Examination


Weighting: 30%


Outcomes

P1 demonstrates understanding of economic terms, concepts and relationships

P2 explains the economic role of individuals, firms and government in an economy

P3 describes, explains and evaluates the role and operation of markets

P4 compares and contrasts aspects of different economies

P5 analyses the relationship between individuals, firms, institutions and government in the

Australian economy

P6 explains the role of government in the Australian economy

P7 identifies the nature and causes of economic problems and issues for individuals, firms

and governments

P8 applies appropriate terminology, concepts and theories in economic contexts

P9 selects and organises information from a variety of sources for relevance and reliability

P10 communicates economic information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms

P11 applies mathematical concepts in economic contexts

P12 works independently and in groups to achieve appropriate goals in set timelines

BPL Dispositions


• 20 Multiple Choice

• 5 Short Answer

• 1 Essay

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Preliminary Focus Economics


Key Economics Study Strategies:

• Review Notes

• Read text book

• Practise questions from workbook


• Introduction to Economics

• Consumers and Business

• Markets

• Labour Markets

• Financial Markets

• Government in the Economy


• Text book

• Workbook

• Plain English Economics papers

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Preliminary Focus Food Technology

Yearly Examination


Weighting: 40%



Knowledge and understanding of course content 30%

Knowledge in skills in designing, researching, analysing and evaluating 10%

Outcomes

1.1 identifies and discusses a range of historical and contemporary factors which influence the availability

of particular foods

1.2 accounts for individual and group food selection patterns in terms of physiological, psychological, social

and economic factors

2.2 identifies and explains the sensory characteristics and functional properties of food

4.4 applies an understanding of the sensory characteristics and functional properties of food to the

preparation of food products

5.1 generates ideas and develops solutions to a range of food situations

BPL Dispositions


The paper will consist of three sections.

Section I (20 marks)

• Twenty multiple choice questions.

Section II (40 marks)

• Four short-answer questions.

• Questions may contain parts.

Section III (20 marks)

One structured extended response question - Factors which influence the availability of particular foods OR

Factors affecting food selection OR Sensory characteristics of food OR Nutrition

Response will have an expected length of response of approximately 3-4 pages

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Preliminary Focus Food Technology


Key Food Technology Study Strategies:

• Review Text Book Chapters 1-7 including case studies and review questions

• Review notes from your learning journal

• Complete class handouts and worksheets

• Refer to Canvas – Year 11 Food Technology

• Review Task 1 & Task 2 Assessments, including feedback

• Refer to class practical activities and experimental work

• Create mind maps of content to identify the links between information studied.

• Create a glossary of key terms for each topic

• Tick a checklist of content studied to ensure that you are prepared for any questions presented.


Food Availability and Selection

• Influences on food availability

Historical changes to the availability of food, including:

• global migration of cultural groups

• use of foods native to Australia

Technological developments influential on food availability, including:

• production and manufacturing

processes and equipment techniques

• storage and distribution techniques

• marketplace practices

Social, economic and political influences on food availability, including:

• effects of poverty and affluence

• type and state of the economy

• government policy, e.g. taxation, embargoes, subsidies, war, export strategies

• Factors affecting food selection

Physiological factors, including:

• hunger, appetite, satiety

• nutritional requirements, e.g. age, gender, size, activity level

• reactions to food, e.g. appearance, odour, taste, allergy

Psychological factors, including:

• values, beliefs, habits, attitudes, emotions, self-concept, experiences

Social factors, including:

• traditions and culture

• lifestyle, e.g. employment, education, household structures, roles, geographic location, interests

• social interaction, e.g. peer group, family hospitality

• media

Economic factors, including:

• the marketplace (retail and purchasing practices)

• resource availability such as food processing equipment and food preparation skills

• occupation and finances

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Food Quality

• Sensory characteristics of food

• sensory characteristics of foods, including appearance, odour, taste (flavour) and texture (mouth feel)

• sensory assessment of a variety of foods

• Functional properties of food

• functional properties of food, including:

the role of proteins in e.g. denaturing, coagulation, gelation, foaming and browning

the role of carbohydrates in e.g. gelatinising, dextrinising, caramelising and crystallising

the role of fats in e.g. emulsifying and aerating

• factors that affect the functional properties of food, including:

oxygen

temperature

acidity

agitation

enzymes

addition of other ingredients

Nutrition

• Food nutrients

• food nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals and water

• structure of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids

• sources of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals and water

• functions of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals and water in the body

• significant interrelationships between nutrients, including:

iron and vitamin C

iron and fibre

calcium and phosphorous

calcium and vitamin D

calcium and fibre

calcium and lactose

folate and vitamin B12

sodium and potassium

• digestion, absorption and metabolism of food

• Diets for optimum nutrition

• nutritional requirements throughout the life cycle

• current food selection guides and nutritional information that assist in planning and evaluating

meals/diets

• preparation techniques to produce nutritious foods


• Text Book Chapters 1-7 including case studies and review questions

• Notes from your learning journal

• Class handouts and worksheets

• Canvas – Year 11 Food Technology

• Task 1 & Task 2 Assessments including feedback

• Class practical activities and experimental work

• Mind maps of content to identify the links between information studied.

• Glossary of key terms for each topic

• Checklist of content studied to ensure that you are prepared for any questions presented.

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Preliminary Focus IPT

Yearly Examination


Weighting: 35%



Developing Information Systems

Outcomes

P1.1 describes the nature of information processes and information technology

P1.2 classifies the functions and operations of information processes and information technology

P2.1 identifies and describes the information processes within an information system

P2.2 recognises and explains the interdependence between each of the information processes

P3.1 identifies and describes social and ethical issues

P4.1 describes the historical developments of information systems and relates these to current and

emerging technologies

P5.1 selects and ethically uses computer based and non-computer based resources and tools to process

information

P6.1 analyses and describes an identified need

BPL Dispositions


● Information systems in context

● Information processes

● Traditional stages in developing a system

● Complexity of systems

● Roles of people involved in systems development

● Social and ethical issues

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Preliminary Focus IPT


Key Subject Study Strategies:

● Review

- Tools for Information Processes

- Collecting

- Organising

- Analysing

- Storing and Retrieving

- Processing

- Transmitting and Receiving

- Displaying

● Developing Information Systems

- Traditional stages in developing a system

- Understanding the problem

- Planning

- Designing

- Implementing

- Testing, evaluating and maintaining

- Social and ethical issues


● Complete and revise their study notes

● Complete topic and chapter review set questions in text book

● Read and understand at least two current case studies in information processes

● Practice past examination papers


● Subject Textbook

● Subject canvas page

● subject google classroom from past

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