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Year 11 Handbook 2017

Waimea College

Waimea College60 Salisbury RoadRichmond, 7020NelsonNew ZealandPhone: +64 3 544 6099Email: [email protected]: www.waimea.school.nz

The information in this booklet is for students studying Level 1 NCEA. This is most Year 11 students; however, the College operates a multi-level timetable that allows students to choose subjects from more than one level. Students should feel free to choose subjects at a level that is different to their year level, if that is appropriate.

Remember

Take advantage of the opportunities that are offered to help you choose. Think what you will be doing in Years 12 and 13 – have you got enough subjects that follow on? If you have some specific careers in mind, get advice on your subject selection. If you don’t have any particular jobs or tertiary course in mind, try to keep your subject selection as wide as

possible – don’t close off future possibilities for yourself. Choose subjects that you want to do and that you are good at.

Qualifications

1. NCEA Level 1 To gain this qualification you need 80 or more credits at Level 1 or above including at least 10 in Literacy and at

least 10 in Numeracy. 2. NCEA Level 2

To gain this qualification you need Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy and a total of 80 or more credits - 60 must be at Level 2 or higher and the balance at any Level.

3. NCEA Level 3

To gain this qualification you need Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy and a total of 80 or more credits – 60 must be at Level 3 or higher and the balance at Level 2 or 3.

4. University Entrance To gain this qualification you must gain NCEA Level 3 and: At least 42 credits must be from: Three subjects – at Level 3 or above, made up of 14 credits each, in three university approved subjects.

In addition, you must have a. Numeracy: a minimum of 10 credits at Level 1 or above and b. Literacy: a minimum of 5 reading credits and 5 writing credits in Level 2 or above.

Waimea College Information for Students in Year 11 2017

Waimea College – Information for 2017 Year 11 Students

All students in Year 11 will need to choose a total of seven subjects. Your course must include: 1. English 100Eng (You will be placed in an appropriate class depending on ability). 2. Mathematics 100Mth (You will be placed in an appropriate class depending on ability). 3. Science All students will study a 100Science course. 100Sci 100 Science (20 credits) OR 100Scb 100 Biological Science (19 credits) and 100Scp 100 Physical Science (19 credits)

NOTE: 100Scp and 100Scb are also offered as options. No more than two of 100Sci, 100Scp, 100Scb can be studied.

4. Physical Education and Health Students will choose one of the following subjects after discussion with their 10Peh teacher. 100Ped NCEA Physical Education (20 credits) 100Dan NCEA Dance (22 credits)

100Hpe NCEA Health and Physical Education (16 credits) 103Ped Physical Education - Practical (11 credits) 100Hea NCEA Health (21 credits) 5. The remaining three subjects should be chosen so that the student has a broad course that meets the

Requirements of the National Curriculum. The College will check the chosen course, and try to ensure That it is appropriate to the student, and that it meets all requirements. If students have chosen 100Scb and 100Scp, they only choose two option subjects.

Computing Device Most subjects will incorporate the use of a computing device in their courses. Please refer to the College website and newsletters for further information. Please note: At time of printing every effort has been made to ensure the information contained in this booklet is accurate. However, it is possible that some course/assessment structures will change after printing.

All courses are dependent on student numbers and staffing. Students will be advised if the school is unable to provide the subjects they select.

Waimea College Subject Codes for 2017 (as at April 2016)

Key: = University Entrance subject * = may be offered by Correspondence = Scholarship subject Note: all courses are offered subject to sufficient enrolments

Subject Name 9 10 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

Business

Accounting 10Acc 100Acc 200Acc 300Acc Business Studies 200Bus 300Bus Digital Technology Media 9Dtm 10Dtm 100Dtm 200Dtm 300Dtm Digital Technology Studies 9Dts 10Dts 100Dts 200Dts 300Dts Economics 10Eco 100Eco 200Eco 300Eco

English

Classical Studies 200Cls 300Cls English 9Eng 10Eng 100Eng 200Eng 300Eng English Extension 301Eng English Communication 103Eng 203Eng 303Eng Media Studies 100Mst 200Mst 300Mst Reading 9Rea

Food Tech Food Technology 9Fdt 10Fdt 100Fdt 200Fdt 300Fdt Hospitality 100Hos 200Hos 300Hos

Health & Physical

Education

Health 100Hea 200Hea 300Hea Health & Physical Education 9Hpe 10Hpe 100Hpe 200Hpe 300Hpe Outdoor Education 100Oed 200Oed 300Oed Physical Education 100Ped 200Ped 300Ped Physical Education - Practical 103Ped 203Ped 303Ped Sportspro 9Spt 10Spt

Languages

ESOL 10ESOL 100ESOL 200ESOL 300ESOL French 9Fre 10Fre 100Fre 200Fre 300Fre* Japanese 9Jap 10Jap 100Jap 200Jap 300Jap* Te Reo Māori 9Mao 10Mao 100Mao 200Mao* 300Mao*

Mathematics

Calculus 300Mac Mathematics 9Mth 10Mth 100Mth 200Mth 300Mth Mathematics - Numeracy 103Mth Statistics 301Mas/300Mas

Performing Arts

Dance 10Dan 100Dan 200Dan 300Dan Drama 10Dra 100Dra 200Dra 300Dra

Music – Group 10MusG Music – Solo 10MusS

Music 9Mus 9MusA

100Mus 200Mus 300Mus

Performing Arts 9Pfa Performing Arts Technology & Production 10Pft

Science

Agriculture and Horticulture 10Agh 100Agh 200Agh 300Agh Biology/Biological Science 100Scb 200Bio 300Bio

Biotechnology 9Bit Chemistry 200Chm 300Chm Physics 200Phy 300Phy Physical Science 100Scp Science 9Sci 10Sci 100Sci 200Sci

Social Sciences

Employment Skills 100Emp Gateway 300Gwy Geography 100Geo 200Geo 300Geo Headstart 200Hds 300Hds History 100Hst 200Hst 300Hst Lifeskills 100Lsk Psychology 200Psy 300Psy Resource 200Res Social Studies 9Sst 10Sst Tourism 200Tsm 300Tsm Trades Academy 200Tra 300Tra

Design and Visual Communication 10Dvc 100Dvc 200Dvc 300Dvc

Technology

Electronics 100Ele 200Ele 300Ele Materials Technology Furniture 9Mat 10Mat 100Mat 200Mat 300Mat Materials Technology Textiles 10Mtt 100Mtt 200Mtt 300Mtt Mechanical Engineering 10Meg 100Meg 200Meg 300Meg

Technology 200Tec 300Tec

Visual Art

Visual Art 9Var 10Var 100Var Visual Art – Design 200Vde 300Vde Visual Art – Painting 200Vpa 300Vpa Visual Art – Photography 200Vph 300Vph

Year 9 Digital

Technology Media &

Digital Technology

Studies

Year 10 Digital

Technology Media

100Dtm 200Dtm 300Dtm

Year 10 Digital

Technology Studies

100Dts 200Dts 300Dts

Level 1 Accounting (100Acc)

Course Description: Accounting enables students to develop the knowledge and skills to manage the financial affairs of individuals, communities and businesses. Students will study how households make financial decisions and how to best manage their cash, the life of business transactions, e.g. the sale of goods, the payment of expenses, how transactions are processed and reported. Topics included are: Accounting concepts, financial statements, ledgers, journals and cash management. Assessment Types: Research, Assignments, Tests.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: $25.00 for Accounting Learning workbook

Credits on offer for this course: 9 Internal, 8 External (Ach Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Acc, 300Acc

Is Subject Endorsement possible for this course? Yes

Level 1 Digital Technology Media (100Dtm) Note: Students must have HOD approval to study both 100Dts and 100Dtm. Course Description: The Digital Technology Media course extends the knowledge and skills learned in 10Dtm. Students will manage, manipulate and organise digital data in order to produce digital information outcomes. They will also develop knowledge and skills relating to image manipulation and creation, as well as practical application of the design elements using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop software. Topics included are: Information management, design elements, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing, digital image manipulation and digital media outcomes. Assessment Types: Research, Interactive PDF files, Databases, Spreadsheets, Desktop Publishing, Prototypes, Reports.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Printing, including colour


Subsequent courses: 200Dtm, 300Dtm


Business

Year 10 Economics

100Eco 200Eco 300Eco

Year 10 Accounting

100Acc 200Acc 300Acc

200Bus 300Bus

Level 1 Digital Technology Studies (100Dts) Note: Students must have HOD approval to study both 100Dts and 100Dtm. Course Description: This course appeals to intuitive students who prefer a problem-solving approach to learning. Students will study web creation and enhancement, computer programming, and computer hardware and software concepts. At this level, emphasis is placed in gaining skills and knowledge of a range of software, planning for practice and gathering evidence of ability. Topics included are: File management, data protection, programming, web development, image manipulation, databases. Assessment Types: Reports, Website, Databases, Computer program.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Printing including colour $25.00 NCSS programming online cost Headphones, Memory stick


Subsequent courses: 200Dts, 300Dts


Level 1 Economics (100Eco) Course Description: Economics is a social science which introduces students to the daily challenges that face households and firms. The problem is how to satisfy our insatiable needs and wants with the limited resources at our disposal. Students explore the interaction and relationship between households, producers and government. Topics included are: Consumer choices, scarcity and demand, decisions and demand, decisions producers make about production, producer choices and supply and market equilibrium. Assessment Types: Research, Assignments, Tests.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: $25.00 workbook


Subsequent courses: 200Eco, 300Eco


Year 9 & 10

English

103Eng 203Eng 303Eng

100Eng 200Eng

300Eng

301Eng

100Mst 200Mst 300Mst

200Cls 300Cls

English

Level 1 English (100Eng, 103Eng) Course Description: English is compulsory in Year 11. The course is structured into three levels to suit all abilities. Students are placed into the appropriate class depending on their prior achievement and level of skill. 100 English classes focus on analysing texts and improving writing skills through Achievement Standards. 103 English classes focus on a more practical approach to English to ensure they gain Level 1 Literacy. Topics included are: 100Eng - Connections across texts, formal and/or creative writing and close viewing analysis, research, novel study. 103Eng – Research, event planning, short story text. Assessment Types: Assignments, Exams, Research, Portfolio.

Entry criteria: All Year 11 students will study English

Course cost: Nil

Credits on offer for this course: Up to 22 Ach Standards depending on course. 103Eng 10 Literacy credits

Subsequent courses: 200Eng, 203Eng, 300Eng, 301Eng, 303Eng

Is Subject Endorsement possible for this course? Yes (100Eng), No (103Eng)

Level 1 Media Studies (100Mst) Course Description: This course is an introduction to Media Studies. It is for students intending to study Media Studies in Years 12 and/or 13. Media Studies will give students an understanding of the messages and values represented in the media on a global scale and through close analysis of specific areas. Students are expected to have access to computers as part of the homework programme. Topics included are: Media demographics, ethics, genre and film production. Assessment Types: Research, Assignments, Tests.

Entry criteria: Students should have an appreciation of media and good literacy skills

Course cost: Nil


Subsequent courses: 200Mst, 300Mst


Year 9 & 10

Food Technology

100Fdt 200Fdt 300Fdt

100Hos 200Hos 300Hos

Level 1 Food Technology (100Fdt) The course covers healthy eating for teenagers and identifies societal influences on food choices. Weekly practical lessons cover preparing and presenting healthy food. Topics included are: The nutritional guidelines, factors influencing food choices, menu planning, time plans, meal management skills, practical techniques and food labelling. Assessment types: Tests, Research, Observations.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Supply some ingredients


Subsequent courses: 200Fdt, 200Hos, 300Fdt, 300Hos


Level 1 Hospitality (100Hos) Course Description: This course recognises the competence, knowledge and skills required for cooking routine food dishes in a commercial kitchen. Students work towards achieving a Level 1 Service IQ Certificate in Hospitality (Cookery). Students use the workbooks supplied by the school, which contain the required Unit Standards. The programme combines theory with practical hands-on learning. Topics included are: Practical skills related to Hospitality career pathways, fruit, vegetables, meat, cake, sponges, scones, eggs, cheese, knife care and use. Assessment types: Portfolios, Tests, Observations.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Supply some ingredients

Credits on offer for this course: 20 Internal, (Unit Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Hos, 300Hos

Is Subject Endorsement possible for this course? No

Food Technology

Year 9 & 10

Health & Physical

Education

100Hea 200Hea 300Hea

100Hpe 200Hpe 300Hpe

100Ped 200Ped 300Ped

103Ped 203Ped 303PedYear 9 & 10

Sportspro

*See Performing Arts courses for details of Dance *Students must study one of 100Hea, 100Hpe, 100Ped, 103Ped or 100Dan. Outdoor Education is an Option.

Level 1 Health Education (100Hea)

Course Description: This is a predominantly internally assessed NCEA Health Education course. The programme is based on 5 modules. The course is recommended for students who will continue on to Level 2 Health. Topics included are: Hauora (wellbeing), sexuality, drug use and abuse, changing states of health, adolescent eating patterns. Assessment Types: Logs, Assignments, Tests.

Entry criteria: Consultation with teacher

Course cost: $25.00 Health Education workbook


Subsequent courses: 200Hea, 200Hpe, 300Hea


Year 10 Dance 100Dan* 200Dan* 300Dan*

Health & Physical Education

100Oed 200Oed 300Oed

Level 1 Health & Physical Education (100Hpe) Course Description: This course includes both Health and Physical Education. It is 100% internally assessed and time is split between these two subjects. Topics included are: Hauora, sexuality, active participation, interpersonal skills. Assessment Types: Assignments, Tests, Observations, Logs.

Entry criteria: Consultation with teacher

Course cost: $25.00 Local facilities


Subsequent courses: 200Hpe, 300Hpe, 200Hea


Level 1 Outdoor Education (100Oed) Course Description: This course aims to develop an awareness of the opportunities the outdoors provide for recreation through participation. Students will be able to participate in a variety of outdoor pursuits. This NCEA course is both theoretical and practical. Practical sessions involve part-day, full-day or multi-day activities and provide considerable opportunities for personal growth and development. Topics included are: Kayaking, rock climbing and abseiling, caving, orienteering, mountain biking and sea kayaking. Assessment Types: Tests, Practicals.

Entry criteria: Basic fitness and water confidence. Limited numbers

Course cost: $240.00 approx.

Credits on offer for this course: 17 Internal, 0 External (Ach & Unit Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Oed, 300Oed


Level 1 Physical Education (100Ped) Course Description: This is a 100% internally assessed NCEA Physical Education course. The programme is based on theoretical knowledge and application through a range of practical activities. This course is recommended for students who will continue on to Level 2 NCEA Physical Education. Topics included are: Athletics, badminton, exercise science, team games, personal training. Assessment Types: Assignments, Observations, Tests, Practicals, Reflective Logs.

Entry criteria: By consultation with 10Hpe teacher



Subsequent courses: 200Ped, 200Hpe, 300Ped


Level 1 Physical Education - Practical (103Ped) Course Description: This is a practical based Physical Education course. It is 100% internally assessed and the focus of this course is on being physically active. Topics included are: Athletics, active participation, self-management. Assessment Types: Observations, Practical Performance.

Entry criteria: By consultation with 10Hpe teacher



Subsequent courses: 203Ped, 303Ped


Note: Depending on class sizes some senior classes maybe by correspondence or combined with another year level.

Level 1 ESOL (100ESOL) Course Description: This course is for students at Stages 1-2 of the English Language Learning Progressions with English language support across the curriculum. Topics included are: English for everyday use, introduce self, asking and giving information about self and others, people, places and cultures around the world. Assessment Types: Assignments, Tests, Observations, Conversations.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Nil

Credits on offer for this course: Up to 20 Internal, 0 External (Unit Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200ESOL, 300ESOL


Level 1 French (100Fre) Course Description: Students at this level will express and respond to information, ideas and opinions and communicate more confidently about themselves, and past, present and future events. An emphasis is made on interacting and communicating for authentic purposes. Throughout the course students will record interactions and collect written work to be submitted in portfolio form towards the end of Term 3. Topics may include: Sport and leisure, travel and holidays, Paris, food and drink, health and wellbeing, New Zealand and French speaking communities. Assessment Types: Internal - Prepared talk, Portfolio of two pieces of written work, Portfolio of two spoken interactions. External - Reading examination.

Entry criteria: 10Fre or equivalent

Course cost: $20.00 Language Perfect Vocabulary online programme (recommended, but not compulsory)


Subsequent courses: 200Fre, 300Fre


Year 10

English for Speakers of

Other Languages

100ESOL 200ESOL 300ESOL

Year 9 & 10

French100Fre 200Fre 300Fre

Year 9 & 10

Japanese100Jap 200Jap 300Jap

Year 9 & 10

Te Reo Māori100Mao 200Mao

Languages

Level 1 Japanese (100Jap) Course Description: Students at this level will express and respond to information, ideas and opinions and communicate more confidently about themselves, and past, present and future events. An emphasis is made on interacting and communicating for authentic purposes. Throughout the course students will record interactions and collect written work to be submitted in portfolio form towards the end of the year. Students are expected to have mastered the ‘hiragana’ and ‘katakana’ scripts and will begin to study ‘kanji’ in more depth. Topics included are: Life at home, leisure, school, health, holidays. Assessment Types: Internal - Prepared talk, Portfolio of two pieces of written work, Portfolio of two spoken interactions. External - Reading examination.

Entry criteria: 10Jap or equivalent

Course cost: $20.00 Language Perfect Vocabulary online programme (recommended but not compulsory)


Subsequent courses: 200Jap, 300Jap


Level 1 Te Reo Māori (100Mao) Course Description: This course continues to develop the knowledge and understanding of the Māori language, culture and tikanga. Students will be able to understand short texts and use appropriate writing conventions. Students have the opportunity to represent Waimea College at Ngā Manu Kōrero (Regional Māori Speech Competitions). Topics may include: At home, Māori gatherings, the teenage world, at school, sport & leisure activities. Assessment Types: Listening, Speeches, Reading, Writing with resources.

Entry criteria: 10Mao or see HOD

Course cost: Nil


Subsequent courses: 200Mao, 300Mao


Level 1 Mathematics (100Mth & 103Mth) This is a compulsory course in Year 11. The subject is structured into three courses to suit all abilities. Students are placed into the appropriate class using the Year 10 Common Test results. Two courses are assessed using Achievement Standards; one having a combination of external and internal assessments (focusing on Algebra) and the other is fully internally assessed. The third course 103Mth will complete the Numeracy Unit Standards and a selection of internal Achievement Standards. Topics included are: Number, measurement, trigonometry, geometry, algebra, graphs, statistics, probability. Assessment types: Tests.

Entry criteria: All Year 11 students will study Mathematics

Course cost: Nil

Credits on offer for this course: All Year 11 students have the opportunity to gain at least 20 credits.

Subsequent courses: 200Mth, 300Mth, 300Mac, 301Mas, 300Mas

Is Subject Endorsement possible for this course? Yes, 100Mth External

Year 9 & 10

Mathematics

100Mth

External

100Mth Internal

200Mth

Algebra & Calculus

300Mac

Calculus

300Mth

Maths & Statistics

301Mas

Statistics

200Mth

Maths & Statistics 300Mas

Mathematics with Statistics

103Mth Numeracy

Mathematics

Performing Arts

Level 1 Dance (100Dan) Course Description: This course will include the opportunity for students to create and perform their own dances, the exploration and performance of different dance genres including social and ethnic dance and the opportunity to dance in both small and large groups. Students will also analyse dance and its technologies. Topics included are: Choreography, performance, dance studies. Students will be expected to attend out of school rehearsals and performances. Assessment Types: Written Exam, Performance, Portfolios.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Attendance of external performance and/or workshop


Subsequent courses: 200Dan, 300Dan


Level 1 Drama (100Dra) Course Description: In Year 11 students will develop drama skills including improvisation, devising, acting and technical skills. Aspects of theatre studies will be introduced. Students will be expected to attend out of school rehearsals, and will also be expected to attend at least one public performance and/or workshop during the year. Topics included are: Acting technique, devising, theatre studies, performance. Assessment Types: Portfolios, Exam, Performance.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Attend a public performance


Subsequent courses: 200Dra, 300Dra


Year 9 & Year 10

Music/Music Advanced

10MusG

100Mus 200Mus 300Mus

10MusS

Year 9 & 10

Performing Arts

10Dan 100Dan 200Dan 300Dan

10Dra 100Dra 200Dra 300Dra

10Pft 200/300Pft

Level 1 Music (100Mus) Course Description: This dynamic course challenges students to advance their creative, performance, academic and aural skills. Students perform to live audiences, compose their own musical works, and build an in-depth knowledge of music theory, score reading and analysis. Skills learnt through Music help students to prepare for the increasing expectation of creativity and versatility in their future careers. Topics included are: Solo and group performances, compose music, analysis of music works by New Zealand and other composers, aural skills, score reading. Students are required to be taking music lessons. Assessment Types: Research, Assignments, Tests, Observations, Public Performance.

Entry criteria: 10Mus or have musical experience as approved by HOD

Course cost: $30.00 NCEA Aural Skills workbook and CD


Subsequent courses: 200Mus, 300Mus


Level 1 Agriculture & Horticulture (100Agh) Course Description: Within this subject, both Agricultural and Horticultural topics are studied, both in the classroom and in the outdoor environment. Topics included are: Primary industry production, soils, plant structure and function, animal production, pasture and crop production. Assessment Types: Research, Assignments, Tests, Observations.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Nil


Subsequent courses: 200Agh, 300Agh


Level 1 Science (100Sci) All students will study a Level 1 Science programme, as it is a compulsory subject. This may be a 100 Science course or the more specialised Biological and Physical Science courses, or a combination of these options. Course Description: Students are placed in an appropriate course to suit their ability and programmes vary between courses. Each course involves studying topics from the Material World (Chemistry), the Physical World (Physics) and the Living World (Biology). It also covers learning about experimental procedures and the Nature of Science. All courses involve practical work in well-equipped laboratories. Topics included are: These vary depending on the course, but may include Genetic Variation, Acids and Bases, Mechanics, Ecology, Microbes, Heat Energy, Chemical Reactions and Body Systems. Assessment Types: Practical assessments/investigations, Written reports, Tests, External Exams.

Entry criteria: All Year 11 students will study a Level 1 Science course

Course cost: Up to $20.00 Workbook (approx)

Credits on offer for this course: Up to 20 offered in each course. A mix of Internal and External AS and US depending on the course.

Subsequent courses: 200Sci, 200Phy, 200Chm, 200Bio, 200Agh (Dependent on the Level 1 course studied and entry criteria being met)

Is Subject Endorsement possible for this course? Yes (100Sci), No (103Sci)

Year 9 & Year 10

Science

100Sci

200Chm 300Chm

200Sci

100Scb 200Bio 300Bio

100Scp 200Phy 300Phy

Science 9Bio

Technology10Agh 100Agh 200Agh 300Agh

Level 1 Biological Science (100Scb) All Year 11 students must take either 100 Science or 100 Biological Science and 100 Physical Science. Biological Science and Physical Science are also available as options. Course Description: The course offers Biology and Earth Science standards. Students who opt for both 100Scp and 100Scb will receive an excellent grounding in all four Science disciplines to help them in further, higher level Science courses. Topics may include: Micro-organisims, genetic variation, biological issue, life cycles of plants, mammal life processes, an Ecological study, astronomical cycles and an Earth Science event. Assessment Types: Internal assessments, Tests, Exams.

Entry criteria: Good grades in 10Sci and Science teacher approval

Course cost: $18.00 Workbook approx, possible field trip costs


Subsequent courses: 200Bio, 200Sci, 300Bio


Level 1 Physical Science (100Scp) All Year 11 students must take either 100 Science or 100 Biological Science and 100 Physical Science. Biological Science and Physical Science are also available as options. Course Description: This is offered to students who wish to do an extension Science course. This course offers Material World (Chemistry) and Physical World (Physics) standards. This course is strongly recommended for students considering progressing towards 200 Chemistry and 200 Physics. Topics included are: Mechanics, selected elements, chemical reactions, electricity and magnetism, and a practical investigation. Assessment Types: Tests, Exams, Practical Assessment.

Entry criteria: Good grades in 10Sci and have satisfactory mathematical skills

Course cost: $30.00 Workbooks, $7.50 Field trip and must have NZQA approved calculator


Subsequent courses: 200Chm, 200Phy, 300Chm, 300Phy


200Psy 300Psy

Level 1 Geography (100Geo) Course Description: Geography is the study of the earth as the home of people. It combines elements of the sciences with the humanities to help students to understand the world around them. Geographers do this by studying all the factors that make up the human and physical environment and how they affect each other. Geography enables students to develop the thinking, practical and social skills needed for making decisions. Sustainability is a key component and is interwoven throughout all the topics. Topics included are: Earthquakes, global study of access to safe water, geographical skills and concepts, climatology and the sustainable use of Kaikoura. Assessment Types: Research, Tests.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: $250.00 Field trip


Subsequent courses: 200Geo, 300Geo


Year 9 & Year 10

Social Sciences

100Geo 200Geo 300Geo

100Hst 200Hst 300Hst

100Emp

100Lsk

Social Sciences

200Tsm 300Tsm

200Hds 300Hds

200Tra

300Tra

300Gwy

200Res

Level 1 History (100Hst) Course Description: Students study a range of topics drawn from New Zealand and World history. These topics and studies aim to improve skills in gathering and classifying information, weighing evidence, recognising bias and propaganda, recognising differing points of view and different historical interpretations. Recognising cause and effect, forming judgements and making generalisations based on evidence and sound argument and presenting material which is accurate, logical, concise and clear are also skills taught in History. There is a major research component, worth 8 credits, answering questions focusing about a student selected event. The theme for this year is ‘what is a Historian?’ Topics included are: The origins of WWII, The 1981 Springbok Tour, Black Civil Rights in America. Assessment Types: Research, External Exam, Assignments, Observations.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Nil


Subsequent courses: 200Hst, 300Hst


Level 1 Employment Skills (100Emp) Course Description: This subject focuses on the development of skills needed in the workplace through a teacher-guided programme. Students will complete one week of work experience in both Terms 2 and 3. A number of Unit Standards and activities will be offered. Topics included are: Self-awareness, preparation for work, communication, budgeting. Assessment Types: Portfolios, Workplace reports, Observations.

Entry criteria: Students will be advised if this course suits their needs

Course cost: Nil

Credits on offer for this course: 15 Internal, 0 External (Unit Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Hds, 300Hds


Level 1 Lifeskills (100Lsk) Course Description: This subject focuses on the development of skills needed in the workplace with students working on an individual programme e.g. thinking for themselves, self-management and relating to and working with others. A number of Unit Standards will also be offered. One week of work experience is an option in Terms 2 and 3. Topics included are: Work, leisure, the community, the arts, Maori/NZ culture and the environment. Assessment Types: Portfolios, Work placement reports.

Entry criteria: Nil

Course cost: Nil

Credits on offer for this course: 15 Internal, 0 External (Unit Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Hds, 300Hds


Year 9 Materials

10Dvc 100Dvc 200Dvc 300Dvc

10Mat 100Mat 200Mat 300Mat

10Meg 100Meg 200Meg 300Meg

Level 1 Design & Visual Communication (100Dvc) Course Description: This course has been designed to prepare students with the skills they need to pursue careers in Industrial Design, Architecture and Professional Engineering. The design process is used to create unique solutions to shared problems. Topics included are: Design Research and Development, Spatial and Product Design, Instrumental Drawing, 3D Instrumental Drawing and Rendering. Assessment Types: Portfolios, Assignments, Research.

Entry criteria: 10Var, 10Dvc or see HOD

Course cost: Nil


Subsequent courses: 200Dvc, 300Dvc


Level 1 Electronics (100Ele) Course Description: The course is based on the study of electricity and its technological applications. It is a course that involves a lot of hands-on practical work, with an emphasis on construction of simple circuits, robots and analysing how they work. The course includes programming with Ardvino. Topics included are: Electronic design and construction, using microcontrollers and a major Robotics project. Assessment Types: Portfolio, Practical.

Entry criteria: 10Meg, 10Mat or see HOD

Course cost: Additional materials


Subsequent courses: 200Ele


Technology

100Ele 200Ele 300Ele

200Tec 300Tec

10Mtt 100Mtt 200Mtt 300Mtt

Level 1 Materials Technology Furniture (100Mat) Course Description: This course will suit students who wish to develop a range of practical workshop skills using wood as a construction material. Students will complete two major projects which will also enable them to develop their design skills. Knowledge will be further assessed through a range of written tasks throughout the year. Topics included are: Woodworking skills, joinery, furniture construction. Assessment Types: Building, Construction and Allied Trade Skill (BCATS) based written and practical assessments.

Entry criteria: 10Meg, 10Mat or see HOD

Course cost: Some material costs for final project

Credits on offer for this course: 19 Internal, 0 External (Ach & Unit Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Mat, 200Tec


Level 1 Materials Technology Textiles (100Mtt) Course Description: This course is made up of two units of work. The first unit familiarises students with the textiles room and its resources, basic construction techniques and processes. The second unit requires students to plan, and manage their own work to create, design and make a textile item. Throughout both these units the students will identify appropriate work that contributes to their externally assessed report. Topics included are: Learning the Lingo, Pipsqueaks. Assessment Types: Portfolios and written reports, demonstration of safety and practical skills.

Entry criteria: Background or interest in Materials Textiles, DVC or Art

Course cost: Buy own patterns, fabrics notions and drawing paper

Credits on offer for this course: Up to 22 Internal, 4 External (Ach Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Mtt, 300Mtt


Level 1 Mechanical Engineering (100Meg) Course Description: Mechanical Engineering Technology is an introductory qualification developed for schools by Competenz, the engineering industry ITO, (www.tools4works.co.nz). This course is designed for students interested in mechanical engineering as a career option and wanting to use tools and machines to make projects from commonly used metal alloys and plastics. Topics included are: Skills development, project design and make, related technological knowledge. Assessment Types: Written and practical assessments issued by Competenz.

Entry criteria: 10Mat or 10Meg or see HOD

Course cost: Nil

Credits on offer for this course: 22 Internal (Unit Standards) 6 Optional Internal (Ach Standards)

Subsequent courses: 200Meg, 200Tec


http://www.tools4works.co.nz/

Year 9 & 10

Visual Art100Var

200Vpa

200Vde

300Vpa

300Vde

300Vph200Vph

Visual Art NOTE: Students may only study two subjects from Visual Art in Levels 2 or 3.

Level 1 Visual Art (100Var) Course Description: Students are introduced to a variety of different art methods and practices in this subject. Emphasis is geared towards producing a portfolio of work from the student’s best drawing and mixed media paintings completed in class. This class is strongly recommended for students considering progressing towards Level 2 Visual Art Photography, Painting or Design. Topics included are: Drawing methods using wet and dry media, use drawing conventions in more than one field of practice, produce a body of work informed by established practice which develops ideas using a range of media. Assessment Types: Portfolios, Research, Assignments, Tests.

Entry criteria: 10Var

Course cost: $10.50 Folio Board


Subsequent courses: 200Vpa, 200Vph, 200Vde, 300Vpa, 300Vph, 300Vde


Year 11 Handbook 2017

Waimea College

Waimea College60 Salisbury RoadRichmond, 7020NelsonNew ZealandPhone: +64 3 544 6099Email: [email protected]: www.waimea.school.nz

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