Courses

Unit 1 Design Fundamentals

The focus of this unit is to introduce the design process and practice of graphic design. In this unit you will learn basic design theory and how to operate image editing and creation software in the Adobe CC suite. This unit will provide you with skills and techniques to create your own designs in the Adobe CC suite, to provide solutions to design problems and communication needs.

You will explore various graphic design applications, such as product packaging design, gift stationary, basic illustration and poster design. The areas you will cover will include the design understandings, the design process, design theory application and interpretation and design in society. You will have the opportunity to create your own digital designs for print.

Prerequisites:
Basic IT skills eg. using the computer.

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $70

Unit 2 Personal Design

The focus of this unit is personal design. In this unit you will learn to visually communicate aspects of your personality, values and beliefs through your affiliations and manipulation of personal surroundings and environments. This unit will provide you with skills and techniques to create your own designs in the Adobe CC suite, to provide solutions to design problems and communication needs.

You will explore various graphic design applications, such as t-shirt/hoodie design, personal logo and stationery, personal invitation, front cover and/or illustration design. The areas you will cover will include the design understandings, the design process, design theory application and interpretation and design in society. You will have the opportunity to create your own digital designs for print and web.

Prerequisites:
Basic IT skills eg. using the computer, internet searches, using Microsoft Word.

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $70

Unit 3 Product Design

The focus for this unit is product design. In this unit you will learn that the commercial world is comprised of companies, requiring consumer products, services and brands for a particular audience. In this unit you will learn that society is made up of different groups of people who share diverse values, attitudes, beliefs, behaviours and needs; and that different forms of visual communication transmit these values and beliefs. This unit will further develop your skills and techniques to create your own designs in the Adobe CC suite. Using the design process, you will create products/services, visuals and/or layouts with an awareness of codes and conventions.

You will explore various graphic design applications, such as product packaging, for example, drink, food processed/fresh, cosmetics, tote/paper bags; t-shirt and swing tag/packaging; corporate identity, for example, logo, business card, letterhead, CD cover; fabric design; poster and flyer for school events, for example, musical, concerts. The areas you will cover will include the design understandings, the design process, design theory application and interpretation and design in society. You will have the opportunity to create your own digital designs for print and web.

Unit 4 Cultural Design

The focus for this unit is cultural design. In this unit you will learn that society is made up of different groups of people who share diverse values, attitudes, beliefs, behaviours and needs, and that different forms of visual communication transmit these values and beliefs. In this unit you will create designs that link to a culture or sub-culture and are introduced to ethical issues concerning representation. This unit will further develop your skills and techniques using the Adobe CC suite. Developing a design process with an understanding of codes and conventions. You’ll consider communication strategies and audience. You will define and establish contemporary production skills and processes, materials and technologies.

You will explore various graphic design applications, such as event promotional material; logo/advertising; design for non-profit organisation or sub-culture; sustainable design concepts; advertisement for a particular culture, sub-culture; theme or issue inspired book/magazine/comic book covers. The areas you will cover will include the design understandings, the design process, design theory application and interpretation and design in society. You will have the opportunity to create your own digital designs for print and web.

Prerequisites:
NIL. Year 12 General Design Graphics Unit 2 preferred

Types of Assessment:
65% Production
20% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $120

Unit 1 Design Fundamentals

The focus of unit one is to introduce design process and practice in photography. You will learn that design can be used to provide solutions to design problems and communication needs. You will be introduced to basic design skills and a range of camera and Photoshop techniques and processes to demonstrate control over the elements and principles of design.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $55

Unit 2 Personal Design

The focus of unit two is personal design. You will learn to visually communicate aspects of your personality, values and beliefs through your affiliations and manipulation of personal surroundings and environments. You will explore design elements and principles and the design process in a photographic project communicating something of themselves. You will increase familiarity with photographic production skills and processes, materials and technologies using DSLR cameras and Photoshop.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $55

Unit 3 Product Design

The focus of this unit is product design. More than ever we communicate visually and in particular via photographic images. In this course you will learn that the commercial world is comprised of companies, requiring consumer products, services and brands for a particular audience.

You will be introduced to the concept of intellectual property. Using the design process, you will create images, visuals and layouts with an awareness of codes and conventions, further developing your DSLR camera, Photoshop software and studio skills and knowledge to achieve this.

Unit 4 Cultural Design

The focus of this unit is cultural design. We communicate socially using technologies that favour visual and photographic images. You will learn that society is made up of different groups of people who share diverse values, attitudes, beliefs, behaviours and needs, and that different forms of visual communication transmit these values and beliefs. You will be encouraged to create designs that link to a culture or sub-culture and will be introduced to ethical issues concerning representation.

You will develop a design process with an understanding of codes and conventions, and consider communication strategies and audience. You will define and establish contemporary photographic skills and processes, materials and technologies.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
65% Production
20% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $110

Unit 1 Dramatic Storytelling

The focus of this unit is dramatic storytelling. You engage with the skills, techniques, processes and conventions of dramatic storytelling. You will view, read and explore relevant drama works and texts using play scripts excerpts from Australian world sources. There will be an emphasis on storytelling through comedy and tragedy genres.

The unit involves the performance of duologues for and the study of an online master class with industry professionals. You will explore the production roles of lighting, sound, costume and scenography. In semester one you will have the opportunity to attend a professional theatre performance.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Performance/Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $75

Unit 2 Drama Performance Events

The focus for this unit is drama performance events for a campus audience. In participating in a drama performance event you will have the opportunity to work independently and in teams. You apply the creative process of devising and of interpreting Australian and world texts to produce drama that is collaborative and makes meaning in a contemporary style.

You will further explore the design of lighting, sound, costume and set design. We will offer you professional industry experience through guest theatre company visits and you will attend a professional live theatre event. You will be involved in a project where you design and create your own stage prop.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Performance/Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $75

Unit 3 Representational, Realist Drama

You explore techniques of characterisation through different approaches to group based text interpretation, particularly those based on the work of Stanislavski and other theatre practitioners. This unit will provide you with acting skills in the areas of voice and movement as well as design and technology.

You will have the opportunity to research and collaboratively workshop acting techniques and conventions in the style of representational, realistic drama. You will participate and have the opportunity to work with industry professionals through workshops and an excursion to a professional theatre performance.

Unit 4 Presentational, Non-Realist Drama

In this unit you will explore contemporary approaches to theatre development particularly those based on the work of Bertolt Brecht. You will have the opportunity to research and collaboratively workshop, interpret and perform drama texts related to presentational, non-realistic drama that challenge and question perspectives.

There will be an opportunity to extend your skills through a public performance event with a focus on lighting and sound design. You will attend a professional performance at a theatre and view industry professional working in the theatre and live production industry through an excursion and online study of a masterclass.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
55% Performance/Production
30% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $150

Unit 1 Mass media

The focus for this unit is on the mass media. Within the broad focus, students reflect on their own use of their own use of the media, common representations, including the examination of characters, stars and stereotypes and the way media is constructed and produced. Students are introduced to the languages of the media, learning how codes and conventions are used to construct representations within narratives. They examine the media that surrounds them and consider how audiences interpret media representations of people and their associated values. Students analyse, view, listen to and interact with common media work from their everyday use. They also generate ideas and, with the assistance of their teachers, learn the basic production skills and processes as they apply their knowledge and creativity in their productions.

Prerequisites:
Basic IT skills eg. Using the computer, internet searches, using Microsoft Word.

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Pair Cost: $70

Unit 2 Point of View 

The focus for this unit is on point of view, a concept that underpins the construction of all media work. In this unit, students will be introduced to the concept and learn how a point of view can be constructed. They will analyse media work and construct a point of view in their own productions. Within this broad focus, student can choose from a range of media genres and styles and examine ways in which information and specific codes, conventions and techniques are selected and used to present a particular point of view. In context related to point of view, students analyse, view, listen to and interact with media work in commercial and non-commercial media. They learn about production processes and some of the controls that influence decision making in media production. Students develop strategies and production skills when creating their own media work.

Prerequisites:
Basic IT skills eg. Using the computer, internet searches, using Microsoft Word.

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $70

Unit 3 Entertainment

The focus for this unit is on entertainment. Within this broad focus, teachers select learning contexts interesting to students and build upon the informal understandings they have already acquired.

Students expand their understanding of media languages, learning how codes and conventions are used to construct entertainment media. They examine the process of representation and the way values are constructed in media work. Students consider how the experiences of audiences influence their responses to media and how media work is shaped by the production context and through the production process.

Students analyse, view, listen to and interact with interesting and relevant media work. They also generate ideas and learn production skills and processes as they apply their knowledge and creativity in their productions.

Students may learn in the following contexts; promotion and marketing, local and international film, radio, participation media, fanzines or animated sitcoms.

Media types – students must work in at least one of the following media in any year: film, television, photography, print media, radio and digital media.

Unit 4 Representation and Reality

The focus for this unit is on representation and reality. Representation is the act of re-presenting or constructing identities, places or ideas based on shared values and understandings. Students will consider different types of representations and how they relate to the construction of reality within media work.

Within this broad focus, students have the opportunity to choose from a range of media genres and styles and examine ways in which codes, conventions and techniques are used to dramatise and re-present reality while at the same time engaging and informing audiences.

In contexts related to representation and reality, students analyse, view, listen and interact with a variety of media work. They learn about production controls, constraints and responsibilities. Students continue to develop strategies and production skills when creating their own media work. 

Student may learn in the following contexts: breakfast TV, news and current affairs, community-based media, lifestyle programs and magazines, participation media, talk back radio.

Media types – students must work in at least one of the following media in any year: film, television, photography, print media, radio and digital media.

Prerequisites:
Basic IT skills eg. Using the computer, internet searches, using Microsoft Word.

Types of Assessment:
60% Production
25% Analysis
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $120

Unit 1 Experiences

The focus for this unit is experiences. Students develop artworks based on their lives and personal experiences, observations of the immediate environment, events and/or special occasions. They participate in selected art experiences aimed at developing a sense of observation. Students discover ways to compile and record their experiences through a range of art activities and projects that promote a fundamental understanding of visual languages. They use experiences to develop appreciation of the visual arts in their everyday lives. Students acquire various skills using processes of experimentation and discovery. Imaginative picture making is primarily concerned with experiences of the self and of the immediate environment, including aspects of family life, social activities communal occasions and other shared activities. Ample scope for free, imaginative interpretation and experimentation with materials is provided.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
15% Analysis
15% Investigation

Unit Cost: $70

Unit 2 Explorations

In this General Visual Arts course you will explore ways to generate and develop ideas using a variety of stimulus materials and explorations from your local environment. They use a variety of inquiry approaches, techniques and processes and mediums to create original works. You will investigate the works of other artists and explore ways to manipulate elements and principles of art and design to produce your own body of work. A sound level of visual language and writing skills is required to complete the investigation and analysis tasks.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
15% Analysis
15% Investigation

Unit Cost: $70

Unit 3 Inspirations

You will become aware that artists gain inspiration and generate ideas from diverse sources, including what is experienced, learned about, believed in, valued, imagined or invented. In this unit, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of visual language and apply this to both art making and art interpretation (including the EST). Through exploration, investigation and experimentation, you develop skills in inquiry, recording observations and manipulating media to create artworks in in a range of media.

Unit 4 Investigations

You will explore and develop ideas through the investigation of different artists, art forms, processes and technologies. You will focus on drawing, experimenting with a range of media and techniques in a range of studio areas, including ceramics, sculpture, printmaking and painting.

You will be given the opportunity to explore a range of media, skills and processes, considering their inherent qualities in the development and presentation of your artworks.

Prerequisites:
NIL. G2VAR preferred

Types of Assessment:
65% Production
10% Analysis
10% Investigation
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $140

Music Performance Ensemble is an Authority-developed endorsed program that enables a student to be recognised for the significant learning gained through performing in a music ensemble.

The program requires that a student participates in some form of music lesson or instruction, maintains a regular practice routine, develops a repertoire of performance pieces, attends rehearsals and performs for an audience/s, which may include eisteddfods, festivals, school productions, rock performances, lunchtime concerts, busking, school or community choirs, bands, orchestras, rock groups or similar.

The program enables a student to develop performance,  interpretation, technique and improvisation skills, performance protocols and etiquette, ensemble skills and knowledge and understanding of their instrument through engagement in a variety of performances.

Prerequisites:
No special entry level or requirements are needed although students are expected to have some experience on their instrument (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboard or Drums). Students should have an instrument available at home for practice.

Types of Assessment:
55 Hours | 1 unit equivalent

Course Cost: $64.50

This is for experienced musicians.

Each student is given a weekly individual lesson and there is a weekly PIMS ensemble rehearsal working on songs for a number of public performances throughout the year. This is an endorsed course delivered on campus by Instrumental Music School Services instrumental teachers.

Prerequisites:
No special entry level or requirements  are needed although students are expected to have some experience on their instrument ( Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboard or Drums). Students should have an instrument available at home for practice.

Types of Assessment:
55 Hours | 1 unit equivalent

Course Cost: $64.50

This certificate is an Entertainment Industries qualification. The focus is on gaining practical theatre and events Industry skills, knowledge and real-life experience in areas such as events management, lighting and audio, constructing props and set pieces and assisting with campus events.

Completing the Certificate II is a pathway to a career or a life interest and connects you to further studies at CJSC in Certificate lll Live Production and Services. With this course you will become a team member of the Campus production crew and assist with music, arts and theatre events on campus.

Core Units

• BSBWOR203B Work effectively with others
• CUAIND201 Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge
• CUAWHS302 Apply work health and safety practices

Elective Units

• BSBITU211 Produce digital text documents
• CUALGT201 Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge
• CUAPRP201 Develop basic prop construction skills
• CUASOU201 Develop basic audio skills and knowledge
• CUASTA201 Develop basic staging skills.
• CUASTA202 Assist with bump in and bump out of shows
• CUAVSS201 Develop basic vision systems skills.

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Creative Arts Industry, Events Management,

Higher Education and Training
Certificate III, IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor Degree

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
250

Number of Units:
10

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in year 11
Two units in year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
Skills Strategies International

RTO Code:
2401

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $310

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with Skills Strategies International RTO 2401

By the end of this year course you should be able to confidently play, make music in a group by developing the skills for working in an ensemble, develop industry knowledge and operate recording and P.A. equipment using safe handling practices. You are also given experience in music creation including song writing, compositional techniques and engaging with sound creation software e.g. Garageband, Sibelius, Pro Tools.

You are required work independently to gather evidence and maintain a portfolio of work samples and relevant information. You must own your own instrument and accessories and previous experience with that instrument is essential (chords, riffs, tabs). You will select from guitar, bass, drums or voice and be assessed on one instrument only.

By completing this course, you can apply to study a higher certificate at Cyril Jackson if available or a State Training Provider. Other possibilities include applying to study music (Contemporary) at WAAPA.

Core Units

• BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others
• CUAIND211 Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge
• BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others

Elective Units

• CUAMPF211 Perform simple musical pieces
• CUAMPF212 Incorporate music technology into performances
• CUAMPF213 Perform simple repertoire in ensembles
• CUAMPF214 Perform music from simple written notation
• CUAMLT211 Develop musical ideas and knowledge

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Junior Sound Assistant, Music Assistant, Diploma, Advanced Diploma

Higher Education and Training
Certificate III, IV, Bachelor Degree at WAAPA or UWA

Prerequisites:
Audition based entry and must own your own instrument.

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
260

Number of Units:
8

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in year 11
Two units in year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
College of Sound and Music Production (COSAMP)

RTO Code:
50392

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $330

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with Collage of Sound and Music Production RTO 41549

The focus of this course is to provide foundation art and design skills for students with limited or no design experience. In this course you will learn basic creative and technical skills that underpin visual arts related industries. It is recommended if you wish to work in careers such as architecture, product design, interior design, graphic design, and fashion design.

This course will provide you with a nationally recognised vocational qualification. You will explore drawing techniques, design development processes, and produce 2D and 3D artworks.

The areas you will cover will include painting, ceramic sculpture and campus community arts. You will have the opportunity to make individual creative projects, compile a portfolio of artwork and participate in art exhibitions.

Core Units

• BSBWHS211 Contribute to health and safety of self and others
• CUAACD201 Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas
• CUAPPR211 Make simple creative work
• CUARES202 Source and use information relevant to own arts practice

Elective Units

• CUACER201 Develop ceramic skills
• CUAPAI211 Develop painting skills
• CUAPRI211 Develop printmaking skills
• CUAIND211 Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge
• BSBTEC101 Operate digital devices

School Pathways
General Visual Art

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Visual Artists, Interior decorator, Hair Dresser, Tattoo Artist, Make-Up Artist, Landscape/Garden Designer, Florist, Stylist, Beautician, Art and Design, Industries

Higher Education and Training:

Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma ,Bachelor Degree

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
315

Number of Units:
9

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in year 11
Two units in year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
Skills Strategies International

RTO Code:
2401

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $350

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with Skills Strategies International RTO 2401

Unit 1 Personal Finance

Concepts, principles and terminology used in financial decision making on a personal basis are explored. We look at main institutions that operate in financial markets and how governments and other bodies can affect the way individuals and groups make financial decision. You will study the main financial documents and reports used in personal financial transactions and decision making.

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 2 in numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35%-45% Practical
20%-25% Theory
40% Project

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Small Cash Entities

This unit explores the fundamental accounting and financial principles and how these principles are applied in a small cash entity. We look at the financial institutions that a small cash entity deals with and government and other community bodies that influence decision making within the small cash entity. The main financial documents used daily in a small cash entity and reports generated at the end of the reporting period are studied.

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 2 in numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35%-40% Practical
20%-25% Theory
40% Project

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Double Entry Accounting for Small Business

You will apply your understanding of financial principles, systems and institutions to manage financial information and make decisions in a variety of small businesses. You will develop an understanding of the rationale for the use of particular conventions and principles and the consequences of disregarding. You will record and process financial information using the double-entry system and apply the principles of Goods and Services Tax (GST). Learning about the various forms of business organisations adopted by small business is integral to the course.

Unit 4 Accrual Accounting

You will apply financial systems and principles to the operations of businesses and distinguish between cash and accrual methods of accounting. Also, you will prepare and analyse financial reports for a variety of types of business organisations and become familiar with the main aspects of electronic processing of financial data. Learning the role and functions of the professional accounting and financial associations is an important element of the unit.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in year 11 or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
30%-35% Practical
15%-20% Theory
35% Project
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $45

Unit 1 Personal Communication

The focus of this unit is to enable you to use technology to meet personal needs. The content of this unit encompasses theoretical aspects and practical aspects. It is divided into the following areas:

• Design concepts
• Hardware
• Impacts of technology
• Application skills
• Project management

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 2 in numeracy or equivalent standard.

Types of Assessment:
70% Project
20% Short Answer
10% Extended Answer

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Working With Others

The focus of this unit is to enable you to use technology to meet personal needs. The content of this unit encompasses theoretical aspects and practical aspects. It is divided into the following areas:

• Design concepts
• Hardware
• Impacts of technology
• Application skills
• Project management

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 2 in numeracy or equivalent standard.

Types of Assessment:
70% Project
20% Short Answer
10% Extended Answer

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Media Information and Communication Technologies

The emphasis is on the use of digital technologies to create visual and audio communications. You will examine trends in digital media transmissions and implications arising from the use of these technologies.

An understanding of the Year 11 content is assumed knowledge for students in Year 12.  The content of this unit encompasses theoretical aspects and practical aspects. It is divided into the following areas:

• Design concepts
• Hardware
• Impacts of technology
• Application skills
• Project management

Unit 4 Digital Technologies in Business

The emphasis of this unit is on the skills, principles and practices associated with various types of documents and communications. You will identify the components and configuration of networks to meet the needs of a business.

This unit builds on unit 3. The content of this unit encompasses theoretical aspects and practical aspects. It is divided into the following areas:

• Managing data
• Networks
• Impacts of technology
• Application skills
• Project management

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 General AIT or equivalent standard.

Types of Assessment:
50% Project
20% Short Answer
15% Extended Answer
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $45

Unit 1 Computer Based Systems, Spreadsheet & Database Solutions

You are introduced to the internal, interrelating components of computer-based systems in an industry context. You will examine a variety of systems, build on spreadsheet and database skills and gain an appreciation of how these concepts and technologies are used in industry.

The unit content includes theoretical and practical aspects organised into two content areas: systems analysis and development and managing data.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in year 10 Computing or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Project
20% Theory Test
10% Practical Test
30% Examination

Unit Cost: $35

Unit 2 Developing Computer-Based Systems Solutions & Communications

You are introduced to networking concepts, as applied to industry. Through the use of algorithms, you will develop programming skills and create solutions exploring the ethical, legal and societal implications of industry-based applications.

The unit content includes theoretical and practical aspects organised into three content areas: developing software, programming and networks and communications.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Computing or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Project
20% Theory Test
10% Practical Test
30% Examination

Unit Cost: $35

Unit 3 Design & Development of Computer-Based Systems & Database Solutions

You will learn about the design concepts and tools used to develop relational database systems. You will consider the complex interactions between users, developers, the law, ethics and society when computer systems are used and developed.

An understanding of the Year 11 content is assumed knowledge for students in Year 12. It is recommended that by studying unit three and unit four have completed units one and two.

The unit content includes theoretical aspects (Knowledge) and practical aspects (Skills) and organised into two content areas:

• Systems analysis and development
• Managing data

Unit 4 Design & Development of Communication
Systems & Software Solutions

You will gain the knowledge and skills to create software. Using algorithms and structured programming to design and implement software solutions for a range of problems using the software development cycle (SDC). Your will examine attitudes and values that lead to the creation and use of computer-based systems and their effect on society. You will consider networks, communication systems, including security and protocols.

This unit builds on the content covered in unit three and includes the knowledge, understandings and skills described below. This is the examinable content.

The unit content includes theoretical aspects (Knowledge) and practical aspects (Skills) organised into three content areas:

• Developing software
• Programming
• Networks and communications

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 Computer Science

Types of Assessment:
40% Project
20% Theory Test
10% Practical Test
30% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

This Certificate II level program develops some of the most common and transferable skills and knowledge in order to prepare students for entry level positions in the ICT services industry. It can also lead to further study in general ICT pathways or in a particular IT specialisation.

Core Units

• BSBWHS211 – Contribute to the health and safety of others
• ICTICT213 – Use computer operating systems and hardware
• ICTICT214 – Operate application software packages
• BSBTEC202 – Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment
• ICTICT215 – Operate digital media technology packages
• BSBSUS211 – Participate in sustainable work practices

Elective Units

• BSBTEC203 – Research using the internet
• ICTSAS214 – Protect devices from spam and destructive software
• ICTPRG302 – Apply introductory programming techniques
• ICTWEB306 – Develop web presence using social media
• BSBXCS301 – Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
• ICTWEB304 – Build simple web pages

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Information and Communications Technology Industry, Certificate III, IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma

Higher Education and Training
Bachelor Degree

Prerequisites:
Minimum OLNA category 2 in reading, writing and numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
385

Number of Units:
12

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in Year 11
Two units in Year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
Two years

RTO:
iVET Institute Pty Ltd

RTO Code:
40548

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $30 per year

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with iVET Institute Pty Ltd  RTO 40548

The Certificate II level program prepares students for entry-level positions across a diverse range of business services settings and can help to open the door to a vast array of non-technical employment opportunities. It can also lead to further study in either technical or non-technical vocations and aims to develop the most common and transferable skills and knowledge required of almost any workplace.

Core Units

• BSBWHS211 – Contribute to the health and safety of others
• ICTICT213 – Use computer operating systems and hardware
• ICTICT214 – Operate application software packages
• BSBTEC202 – Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment
• ICTICT215 – Operate digital media technology packages
• BSBSUS211 – Participate in sustainable work practices

Elective Units

• BSBTEC101 – Operate digital devices
• ICTSAS214 – Protect devices from spam and destructive software
• ICTSAS203 – Connect hardware peripherals
• BSBTEC201 – Use business software applications
• ICTWEB306 – Develop web presence using social media
• BSBXCS301 – Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Administration, Clerical Worker, Data Entry Operator, Receptionist (Medical or Legal) Certificate III, IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma

Prerequisites:
Minimum OLNA category 2 in reading, writing and numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
265

Number of Units:
10

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in Year 11
Two units in Year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
Two years

RTO:
iVET Institute Pty Ltd

RTO Code:
40548

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $35 per year

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with iVET Institute Pty Ltd  RTO 40548

This Certificate will provide you with the foundation practical skills and knowledge to participate in local government, private and community organisations that seek to encourage and assist community groups to identify their needs and plan and develop appropriate services and facilities to meet those needs.

You will have the opportunity to develop skills in communication, problem solving, information provision and processing, administration and group support. You will learn to organise and complete daily work activities as well as manage personal stress in the workplace, preparing you to take on a role in the sector. Importantly, it offers pathways to further study and the chance to develop a rewarding and lasting career in the community services and welfare sectors.

Core Units

• CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
• CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
• HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
• BSBWOR202 Organise and complete daily work activities

Elective Units* 

• BSBWOR201 Manage personal stress in the workplace
• FSKDIG03 Use digital technology for routine workplace tasks
• FSKLRG009 Use strategies to respond to routine workplace problems
• FSKRDG10 Read and respond to routine workplace information
• FSKWTG09 Write routine workplace texts
• HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices
• SITXCOM007 Show cultural and social sensitivity

*Please Note: The selection of four elective units from this list may vary slightly to suit the needs of the group

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Aged care, child care, migrant services, disability services, health care worker, nursing, case workers, community development officer, family support worker, community health worker, accommodation support worker, home care assistant, care worker, In-home respite worker, personal care assistant, Certificate III, IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma

Higher Education and Training
Bachelor Degree

Prerequisites:
Minimum OLNA category 2 in reading, writing and numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
235

Number of Units:
9

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in Year 11
Two units in Year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
iVET Institute Pty Ltd

RTO Code:
40548

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $310

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with iVET Institute Pty Ltd  RTO 40548

Unit 1 Basic Automotive Principles & Systems

In this unit, you will develop an understanding of automotive vehicles and the basic principles and systems around which automotive vehicles function. Under guidance, you will study the different systems of an automotive vehicle, and follow basic rules associated with automotive workshops. You develop skills to check and maintain the safe operation of an automotive vehicle, using the correct selection of tools and safe workshop practices. You will examine how the different uses of automotive vehicles have affected our society and the environment.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
20% Response
20% Investigation and Diagnostics
60% Production and Assembly

Unit Cost: $80

Unit 2 Automotive Servicing

In this unit, you will build on the content covered in unit one. You will develop knowledge and skills involved with servicing automotive vehicles for purposes of maintenance and repair, in combination with an understanding of automotive engineering principles.

You will develop knowledge and skills involved with the different systems and sub-systems in automotive vehicles for purposes of maintenance and repair. You will use occupational safety and health (OSH) rules and regulations to plan and manage safe working practice. You will develop an understanding of the different influences automotive technologies have on the society and environment.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
20% Response
20% Investigation and Diagnostics
60% Production and Assembly

Unit Cost: $80

Unit 1 Common, Natural or Pre-made Construction Materials; Properties & Uses in Construction

This unit introduces you, to the considerations required in building design and explores properties of common, natural or pre-made construction materials, their mechanical properties and use in construction. You will understand differences in structure and materials used. Basic plan drawing and reading is practised with application in building, in addition to the skills in areas of content, such as working with construction materials, spatial perception and computation and levelling. The unit explores processes drawn from building projects.

In this course, you will use a variety of standard building materials, such as: bricks, pavers, mortar, cement, tiles, steel, timber and timber framing.

You will also develop skills in:

• Laying and finishing of simple paving
• Straight line bricklaying
• Wall and floor tiling setting out
• Procedure and tool usage
• Mixing of mortar, grout and cement and their correct usage
• Cleaning up procedure at completion of the activities
• Identification and production of a range of surface finishes
• Oxy welding procedure: purpose, materials and equipment
• Electric arc welding procedure: purpose, materials and equipment
• Methods of cutting and fixing timber for frame and carcass construction
• Correct use of various portable power tools, equipment and hand tools within the building and construction industry
• Measuring tools, cutting tools, lifting equipment

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
20% Design
70% Production
10% Response

Unit Cost: $75

Unit 2 Common, Natural or Pre-made Construction Materials

This unit builds on the content covered in unit one. In this unit you explore properties of common, natural and pre-made construction materials, their production, mechanical properties under direct loads (tension or compression) and use in construction.

Concepts in space and computation are developed. Basic plan reading is practiced with application in building, as well as skills in areas of content, such as working with materials, spatial perception and omputation and levelling.

The unit explores processes in contexts drawn from building projects. You will work with a variety of materials and develop a range of practical skills.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
20% Design
70% Production
10% Response

Unit Cost: $75

Unit 3 Drafting, Landscaping, Earthwork, Energy Use & Recycling of Building Materials

In this unit you will explore properties of common construction materials (timber, metals, concrete, grout, brickwork, block work, insulation, mortar and paint); their mechanical properties under load and flexural actions; and their use in construction. Concepts in space and computation are developed.

You will practice reading drawn/drafted information as applied to building. Documentation for small projects is developed. You will explore processes in contexts drawn from building, landscaping, earthwork, projects involving different energy use, and the recycling of building materials. You will complete a range of projects building on your knowledge gained from units one and two.

Unit 4 Design, Planning & Management, Environment & Sustainability

In this unit you will build upon the understandings of building materials, structures and structural components and the evaluation of combinations of various materials to sustain the strength of structural components. The methods and materials used in connecting building elements are explored.

You will study further design considerations. Drawing/drafting skills are refined and practised with application to more complex building issues. New criteria are incorporated in the specifications of design projects and skills are practised in these areas of content. Service networks, economics and recycling are studied.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
20% Design
50% Production
15% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $150

Unit 1 Fundamentals of Design

In this course you will interact with a variety of items that have been specifically designed to meet certain needs. You are introduced to the fundamentals of design and learn to communicate various aspects of the technology process by constructing what you design. Throughout the process, you will learn about the origins, classifications, properties and suitability for purpose of the materials you are using, and are introduced to a range of production equipment and techniques.

You develop materials manipulation skills and production management strategies, and are given the opportunity to realise your design ideas through the production of your design project.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
25% Design
60% Production
15% Response

Unit Cost: $80

Unit 2 Product Design

The focus of this course is production fundamentals. You will be introduced to principles and practices of design, along with metalworking fundamentals to manufacture products for yourself. You will learn to communicate various aspects of the design process within the structure of making your product. You will learn about metal properties and processes, and how to use a variety of tools and machines safely and effectively in the metal workshop.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
25% Design
60% Production
15% Response

Unit Cost: $80

Unit 3

Unit 4

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
25% Design (Practical Portfolio)
50% Production (Practical)
10% Response (Written)
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $160

Unit 1 Design Fundamentals

This course will be of particular interest to you if you are interested in learning skills that will assist in gaining a career in the engineering, architecture, industrial design and building industries.

The focus of this unit is to introduce design process and practice. You learn that design can be used to provide solutions to design problems and communication needs. You are introduced to basic design skills and a range of techniques within a defined context to demonstrate control over the elements and principles of design. This unit will give you the opportunity to develop basic drawing skills, including sketching and computer assisted drawing. Using industry standard software, you will learn how to produce 2D and 3D drawings, including both presentation and working drawings. You will also produce the drawings on a 3D printer that will demonstrate how your designs are assembled and operate.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $60

Unit 2 Personal Design

This course will be of particular interest to you if you are interested in learning skills that will assist in gaining a career in the engineering, architecture, industrial design and building industries.

The focus of this unit is personal design. You will learn to visually communicate aspects of your personality, values and beliefs through affiliations and manipulation of personal surroundings and environments. You explore design elements and principles and the design process in a project communicating something of themselves.You will increase familiarity with basic production skills and processes, materials and technologies. Using industry standard software, you will learn how to produce 2D and 3D drawings, including both presentation and working drawings. You will also produce the drawings on a 3D printer that will demonstrate how your designs are assembled and operate.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
70% Production
30% Response

Unit Cost: $60

Unit 3 Commercial Design

In this unit you will become aware that design has commercial consideration that are influenced by various stakeholders to produce products, services and brands. You will be using AutoCAD to produce 3D printed objects for clients who have specific demands for their products. You will create models and prototypes , working with the client to get the best possible outcome. You will also be using ArchiCAD to look at house design and creating houses that suit the clients needs.

Unit 4 Communication in Design

You will learn how the communication of ideals, messages, information and values can influence opinion and attitudes. You will design a monument or structure that can be used in an area to encourage emotion or compassion. You will use AoyoCAD to design the structure and print it with a 3D printer. You will then move the image to ArchiCAD to demonstrate the design in it intended location.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
65% Production
20% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $100

In this qualification you will perform a limited range of tasks relating to identifying and inspecting mechanical and electrical components and systems of light vehicles, heavy vehicles, outdoor power equipment, bicycles, marine craft and motorcycles. This qualification also covers the skills and knowledge required to perform minor maintenance and repair of an automotive vehicle body. The range of technical skills and knowledge is limited. This qualification aims to provide you with industry training automotive skills in order to prepare you for an automotive apprenticeship. Using industry grade tools and machinery you will diagnose, service and repair automobiles whilst preparing you for employment within the automotive sector.

In this certificate you will gain hands on experience in a simulated automotive workshop and prepare yourself for employment in the automotive industry.

Core Units

• AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
• AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
• AURTTK102 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
• AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
• AURLTA101 Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
• AURETR103 Identify automotive electrical systems and components
• AURAFA104 Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace

Elective Units

• AURTTK001 Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
• AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines
• AURTTE003 Remove and tag engine system components
• AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
AUR20520 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology Pre-Apprenticeship, AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, AUR30320 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology, AUR31120 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Higher Education and Training
Bachelor (Engineering)

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
230

Number of Units:
12

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in Year 11
Two units in Year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
Automotive Institute of Technology

RTO Code:
0627

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $300

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with the Automotive Institute of Technology (MTA WA) RTO 0627

The course is divided into three streams;

1. Fabrication: Soldering, brazing, sheet assembly and welding.
2. Machining and process: Using hand tools, power tools and machining.
3. Drawing: Interpretation, sketching and drawing.

It will provide you with skills in processes such as manual metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, soldering and brazing. You will also be provided with an overview of the safety and legal requirements required in an engineering environment and taught to communicate more effectively, both orally and in writing, with those within their professional environment.

Studying this course will give you the opportunity to gain more advanced skills and knowledge necessary to increase your chances of gaining an apprenticeship in the engineering trades.

Please note: MEM20413 will be superseded to an updated MEM20422. Students will be enrolled in the new qualification and units once they are approved for release in November 2022.

Core Units

• MEM13014A Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment
• MEMPE005A Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industry
• MEMPE006A Undertake a basic engineering project
• MSMENV272B Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Elective Units

• MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
• MEM18001C Use hand tools
• MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations
• MEMPE001A Use engineering workshop machines
• MEMPE002A Use electric welding machines
• MEMPE003A Use oxy-acetylene and soldering equipment
• MEMPE004A Use fabrication equipment
• MSAPMSUP106A Work in a team

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Certificate III in Engineering-Fabrication Trade, Certificate III in Engineering – Technical, Certificate III in Engineering Industrial Electrician, Electrical Engineer, Electrician, Industrial Designer, Industrial Engineer, Metal Fabricator, Jeweller, Design Draftsperson

Higher Education and Training
Bachelor

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
340

Number of Units:
12

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in Year 11
Two units in Year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
Fast Start Pty Ltd (Cartec)

RTO Code:
52502

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost:
$300

Please note that this qualification is delivered by Cyril Jackson Senior Campus via a third-party arrangement with Fast Start Pty Ltd t/a Cartec Training (RTO52502). If you would like more information on this third-party arrangement, please speak with a school representative.

This qualification is intended for students interested in gaining skills suitable for engineering or related working environments with a view to entering employment in that industry area.

This qualification delivers broad-based underpinning skills and knowledge in a range of engineering and manufacturing tasks which will enhance your entry-level employment prospects for apprenticeships, traineeships or general employment in an engineering-related workplace.

Some units of competency may provide you with credit into an apprenticeship program in the metals trade areas, which may reduce the amount of time required to complete an apprenticeship.

You will work with engineering tools and equipment to produce or modify objects in a safe and effective manner.

Core Units

• BSBWHS211 Contribute to health & self and others
• CUAACD201 Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas
• CUAPPR211 Make simple creative work
• CUARES202 Source and use information relevant to own arts practice

Elective Units

• BSBDES201 Follow a design process
• BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others
• CUAACD312 Produce computer-aided drawings
• CUAACD313 Produce technical drawings
• CUAPPR203 Store finished creative work

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Certificate III in Architectural Drafting, Certificate IV in Residential Building Drafting

Higher Education and Training
Bachelor Degree

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
355

Number of Units:
9

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in Year 11
Two units in Year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
Skills Strategies International

RTO Code:
2401

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $150

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with Skills Strategies International RTO 2401

This unit aims to develop your skills with functional literacy, especially spelling, punctuation and grammar.  You will read and produce texts for work, learning, community and everyday personal contexts.

When listening and speaking, you will learn how to listen attentively and purposefully and how to shape or structure an oral text for particular purposes and audiences.

Prerequisites:
Minimum B grade in Year 10 or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35% Reading
35% Writing
30% Oral Communication

Unit Cost: $25

This unit aims to further develop your skills with functional literacy, especially spelling, punctuation and grammar.  You will read and produce texts for work, learning, community and everyday personal contexts. When listening and speaking, you will learn how to listen attentively and purposefully and how to shape or structure an oral text for particular purposes and audiences.

Prerequisites:
Category 1 or 2 in OLNA reading or writing or equivalent standard.

Prerequisites:
Minimum B grade in Year 10 or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35% Reading
35% Writing
30% Oral Communication

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3

This unit aims to develop your skills with functional literacy, especially spelling, punctuation and grammar.  You will read and produce texts for work, learning, community and everyday personal contexts.

When listening and speaking, you will learn how to use spoken language techniques for particular purposes and audiences.

Unit 4

This unit will extend you to further develop your functional literacy skills. You will learn how texts can be interpreted in different ways.

When speaking and listening, you will learn how to use the spoken language conventions of a particular form, for example, a panel discussion, to promote values and attitudes.

Prerequisites:
Category 1 or 2 in OLNA reading or writing or equivalent standard.

Types of Assessment:
30% Reading
30% Writing
25% Oral Communication
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $45

Unit 1 Comprehending & Responding to Ideas & Information Presented in Texts

You will learn to employ a variety of strategies to assist comprehension while reading, viewing and listening to texts to connect, interpret and visualise ideas. You will learn how to respond personally and logically to them by questioning, using inferential reasoning and determining the importance of content and structure.

Interaction with others in a range of contexts, including every day, community, social, further education, training and workplace contexts; and communicating ideas and information clearly and correctly in a range of contexts are components of this unit. Your understanding of language will be applied through the creation of texts for different purposes.  A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 English or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40%-60% Responding
40%-60% Creating

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Interpreting Ideas & Arguments in a Range of Texts & Contexts

You will learn how to analyse text structures and language features and identify the ideas, arguments and values expressed, while considering purpose, possible audiences and the context in which the text is created and received.

To develop your own interpretations and learn to interact effectively in a range of contexts you will integrate relevant information and ideas from texts. Using persuasive, visual and literary techniques to engage audiences in a range of modes and media you will create texts.  A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum English C grade in Year 10 English or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40%-60% Responding
40%-60% Creating

Unit Cost: $20

Unit 3 Exploring Different Perspectives in a Range of Texts & Contexts

You will examine the ways that perspectives are presented in literary, every day and workplace texts as well as understand how language choices influence specific audiences. While creating oral, written and multimodal texts that convey a perspective you will explore attitudes, text structures and language features to understand a text’s meaning and purpose.

Unit 4 Community, Local or Global Ideas Presented in Texts

You will investigate and understand the way language is used to present issues and attitudes as well as influence and engage different audiences from a range of sources. You will create oral, written and multimodal texts that communicate ideas and perspectives on issues using coherent, logical and sustained arguments and demonstrating an understanding of purpose, audience and context. Speaking/listening assessments are included at least twice in the course.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 General English or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Responding
45% Creating
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $45

Unit 1 How Meaning is Communicated

The focus of this unit is how meaning is communicated through the relationships between language, text, purpose, contexts and audience. this includes how language and texts are shaped by their purpose, the audience for whom they are intended and the contexts in which they are created and received.

Through responding to and creating texts, you will consider how language, structure and conventions operate in a variety of imaginative, interpretive and persuasive texts. A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum B grade in Year 10 or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35%-40% Responding
35%-40% Creating
20%-30% Examination

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Representation of Ideas, Attitudes & Voices in Texts

The focus of this unit is the analysis of the representation of ideas, attitudes and voices in texts to consider how texts represent the world and human experience. This includes analysis of how language and structural choices shape perspectives in and for a range of contexts.

By responding to and creating texts in different modes and media, you will consider the interplay of imaginative, interpretive and persuasive elements in a range of texts and present your own analysis. A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum B grade in Year 10 or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35%-40% Responding
35%-40% Creating
20%-30% Examination

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Representations of Themes, Issues, Ideas & Concepts

You will analyse and compare the relationships between language, genre and contexts, comparing texts within and/or across different genres and modes. Your understanding of these concepts will be demonstrated through the creation of imaginative, interpretive, persuasive and analytical responses.

Unit 4 Interpretations & Perspectives of Purpose & Style

You will examine different interpretations and perspectives of a range of texts to develop further your knowledge and analysis of purpose and style. Through close study of texts, you will explore relationships between content and structure, voice and perspectives and the text and context. Your understanding of these concepts will be demonstrated through the creation of imaginative, interpretive, persuasive and analytical responses.  Speaking/listening assessments are included at least twice in the course.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 ATAR English or equivalent standard. Students who have achieved a C grade in Year 11 ATAR English who wish to enrol in this English course are encouraged to access regular English tutoring.

Types of Assessment:
35% Responding
35% Creating
30% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $50

Unit 1 Concepts; How & Why People Behave the Way They do

You will learn about the human brain and explore the impact of external factors on behaviour, such as physical activity and psychoactive drugs. Cognitive processes, such as sensation and perception, and selective and divided attention are investigated.

You will examine different types of relationships and the role of verbal and non-verbal communication in initiating, maintaining and regulating these. You are introduced to ethics and will plan and conduct psychological research.

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 3 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Investigation
30% Response
20% Project
30% Examination

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Developmental Psychology

You will analyse twin and adoption studies to gain insight into the nature/ nurture debate and look at the role of play in assisting development. You will explore what is meant by the term personality and examine historical perspectives used to explain personality. You will also explore behaviour and causes of prejudice.

The psychological research methods studied in unit one are  further developed.

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 3 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Investigation
30% Response
20% Project
30% Examination

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 The Cerebral Cortex

This unit introduces new concepts about human behaviour and specifically focuses on the functions of the lobes of the cerebral cortex and examines how messages are transmitted from the brain to the body. It explores how behaviour is influenced by learning and other factors, and the impact of others on individual behaviour. You will examine socialisation processes observed within families and how social background and gender can shape communication styles. You will also expand on your knowledge of ethics in psychological research as you engage in detailed investigations.

Unit 4 Theories of Development, Piaget, Kohlberg & Erikson

This unit focuses on developmental and contemporary personality theories, and behaviours observed when individuals are examined in the social context. You will analyse the causes of conformity and obedience and gain an understanding of the factors that shape a sense of community. You will manipulate dependent and independent variables to test hypotheses and use statistical significance to  draw conclusions.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 ATAR Psychology or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
15% Investigation
30% Response
15% Project
40% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $50

Unit 1 Comprehending & Responding to Ideas & Information Presented in Texts

You will learn to employ a variety of strategies to assist comprehension while reading, viewing and listening to texts to connect, interpret and visualise ideas. You will learn how to respond personally and logically to them by questioning, using inferential reasoning and determining the importance of content and structure.

Interaction with others in a range of contexts, including every day, community, social, further education, training and workplace contexts; and communicating ideas and information clearly and correctly in a range of contexts are components of this unit. Your understanding of language will be applied through the creation of texts for different purposes.  A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 English or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40%-60% Responding
40%-60% Creating

Unit Cost: $25

iLearn Cost: $40

Unit 2 Interpreting Ideas & Arguments in a Range of Texts & Contexts

You will learn how to analyse text structures and language features and identify the ideas, arguments and values expressed, while considering purpose, possible audiences and the context in which the text is created and received.

To develop your own interpretations and learn to interact effectively in a range of contexts you will integrate relevant information and ideas from texts. Using persuasive, visual and literary techniques to engage audiences in a range of modes and media you will create texts.  A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum English C grade in Year 10 English or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40%-60% Responding
40%-60% Creating

Unit Cost: $25

iLearn Cost: $40

Unit 3 Exploring Different Perspectives in a Range of Texts & Contexts

You will examine the ways that perspectives are presented in literary, every day and workplace texts as well as understand how language choices influence specific audiences. While creating oral, written and multimodal texts that convey a perspective you will explore attitudes, text structures and language features to understand a text’s meaning and purpose.

Unit 4 Community, Local or Global Ideas Presented in Texts

You will investigate and understand the way language is used to present issues and attitudes as well as influence and engage different audiences from a range of sources. You will create oral, written and multimodal texts that communicate ideas and perspectives on issues using coherent, logical and sustained arguments and demonstrating an understanding of purpose, audience and context. Speaking/listening assessments are included at least twice in the course.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 General English or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Responding
45% Creating
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $45

iLearn Pair Cost: $80

Unit 1 How Meaning is Communicated

The focus of this unit is how meaning is communicated through the relationships between language, text, purpose, contexts and audience. This includes how language and texts are shaped by their purpose, the audience for whom they are intended and the contexts in which they are created and received.

Through responding to and creating texts, you will consider how language, structure and conventions operate in a variety of imaginative, interpretive and persuasive texts. A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum B grade in Year 10 or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35%-40% Responding
35%-40% Creating
20%-30% Examination

Unit Cost: $25

iLearn Cost: $40

Unit 2 Representation of Ideas, Attitudes & Voices in Texts

The focus of this unit is the analysis of the representation of ideas, attitudes and voices in texts to consider how texts represent the world and human experience. This includes analysis of how language and structural choices shape perspectives in and for a range of contexts.

By responding to and creating texts in different modes and media, you will consider the interplay of imaginative, interpretive and persuasive elements in a range of texts and present your own analysis. A speaking/listening assessment is included at least once.

Prerequisites:
Minimum B grade in Year 10 or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
35%-40% Responding
35%-40% Creating
20%-30% Examination

Unit Cost: $25

iLearn Cost: $40

Unit 3 Representations of Themes, Issues, Ideas & Concepts

You will analyse and compare the relationships between language, genre and contexts, comparing texts within and/or across different genres and modes. Your understanding of these concepts will be demonstrated through the creation of imaginative, interpretive, persuasive and analytical responses.

Unit 4 Interpretations & Perspectives of Purpose & Style

You will examine different interpretations and perspectives of a range of texts to develop further your knowledge and analysis of purpose and style. Through close study of texts, you will explore relationships between content and structure, voice and perspectives and the text and context. Your understanding of these concepts will be demonstrated through the creation of imaginative, interpretive, persuasive and analytical responses.  Speaking/listening assessments are included at least twice in the course.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 ATAR English or equivalent standard. Students who have achieved a C grade in Year 11 ATAR English who wish to enrol in this English course are encouraged to access regular English tutoring.

Types of Assessment:
35% Responding
35% Creating
30% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $50

iLearn Pair Cost: $80

Unit 1 Moving Between Cultures

The EAL/D Foundation course is designed for students who speak another language or dialect as their first or ‘home’ language and who have not demonstrated the literacy standard in the OLNA. These units prepare students for employment or training. The focus of this unit is developing communication skills, particularly speaking and listening, in a range of familiar contexts.

You will use your existing language or dialect to develop your Standard Australian English and improve your ability to communicate effectively in everyday life situations in home, personal and social contexts. This unit is about moving between your culture and Australian culture. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and understanding to expressing your needs, opinions and ideas effectively in everyday life situations in home, personal and social contexts.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: EAL/D Progress Map
Levels 1 – 3

Types of Assessment:
20% Response to Aural Texts
30% Production (oral)
25% Response (oral/written) To Written/Visual Texts
25% Production (written)

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Moving Between Cultures

The EAL/D Foundation course is designed for students who speak another language or dialect as their first or ‘home’ language and who have not demonstrated the literacy standard in the OLNA. These units prepare students for employment or training.

You will continue to develop your Standard Australian English and consolidate your vocabulary while creating texts. This unit is about moving between your culture and Australian culture. You will have the opportunity to develop strategies for collecting, organising and presenting familiar ideas and simple information.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: EAL/D Progress Map Levels 1 – 3

Types of Assessment:
20% Response to Aural Texts
30% Production (oral)
25% Response (oral/written) To Written/Visual texts
25% Production (written)

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Life Skills

The EAL/D Foundation course is designed for students who speak another language or dialect as their first or ‘home’ language and who have not demonstrated the literacy standard in the OLNA. These units will help you to consolidate and develop the language learning and skills from EAL/D Foundation units one and two and will help prepare you for employment or training and life in general.

This unit focuses on life skills such as presenting yourself to and building relationships within the wider community and the workplace. You will practise speaking and writing about a range of familiar topics such as relationships, education and the workplace. You will read, view and listen to texts about these topics and you will develop confidence writing longer sentences in a range of texts.

Unit 4 Life Choices

This unit focuses on making choices about your future for your education, employment, health and relationships. You will continue to practise speaking and writing about the choices you are facing. You will read, view and listen to texts about these topics and you will develop confidence using a range of linking words in your writing and speaking.

Prerequisites:
Satisfactory completion of EAL/D Foundation units one and two

Types of Assessment:
15% Response to aural texts
20% Production (Oral)
25% Response (Oral/Written) To Written/Visual Texts
25% Production (Written)
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $50

Unit 1 Cross-Cultural Perspectives

This unit is paired with General unit two EAL/D. It requires you to respond to and create extended texts in familiar and unfamiliar situations. This pair of units prepares students for employment or training.

This unit focuses on responding to and creating extended texts in familiar contexts in Standard Australian English. Using knowledge and skills from your existing languages and cultures, you will continue to learn English in order to present yourself, build relationships with peers and others in the community, explore experiences with others, reflect on your role as a cross-cultural learner and investigate differences between your first cultures, languages and dialects and other Australian cultures.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: EAL/D Progress Map Levels 3-4

Types of Assessment:
20%-30% Investigation
20%-30% Response
20%-30% Production (Written)
20%-30% Production (Oral)

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Life Experiences

This unit is paired with EAL/D unit one General. It requires you to use Standard Australian English to communicate in a range of contexts. This pair of units prepares students for employment or training.

EAL/D unit two General focuses on responding to and creating connected extended texts in personal, social, community and workplace contexts in SAE. Using knowledge and skills from your existing languages and cultures, you will consolidate your English language acquisition in order to share and reflect on your experiences of and participation in communities. You will study topics such as work and study, leisure and entertainment, self-image and conceptions of beauty and cultural variations in values and beliefs.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: EAL/D Progress Map
Levels 3-4

Types of Assessment:
20%-30% Investigation
20%-30% Response
20%-30% Production (Written)
20%-30% Production (Oral)

Unit Cost: $25

These units will help you to consolidate and develop the language learning and skills from General units one and two and will help prepare you for employment or training.

Unit 3 Attitudes, Issues & Identity

Unit three focuses on the attitudes, issues and identities that make up society. You will gain the confidence to create texts for different purposes including social, educational and vocational. You will use your own knowledge and also research how language and culture are linked and how different language is used in different places. You will develop reading and viewing and listening skills to investigate issues and then write and speak about these.

Unit 4 Social Community Engagement 

Unit four focuses on identifying and discussing issues of interest to you and your community. You will use Standard Australian English to examine and discuss issues and identify how language can be used to analyse choices, influence attitudes and affect change.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: Minimum C grade in EAL/D General units one and two

Types of Assessment:
20% Investigation
20% Response
25% Production (Written)
20% Production (Oral)
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $50

Unit 1 Ways of Life

This unit is combined with EAL/D unit two ATAR. It requires you to analyse and work with complex language, concepts and texts. This pair of units prepares students for further study at university.

This unit focuses on investigating how language and culture are interrelated and expressed in a range of contexts. A variety of oral, written and multimodal texts are used to develop understanding of text structures and language features. Students explore the relationship between these structures and features and the context, purpose and audience of texts. The unit will enhance students’ confidence in creating texts for different purposes and across all language modes in both real and imagined contexts. It will broaden their understanding of the sociocultural and sociolinguistic elements of SAE and develop skills for research and further academic study. The thematic focus for this unit is ways of life.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: EAL/D Progress Map Levels 5+

Types of Assessment:
15%-25% Investigation
15%-25% Response
15%-25% Production (Written)
15%-25% Production (Oral)
15% Written Examination
5% Practical (Oral) Examination

Unit Cost: $45

Unit 2 Making Choices

This unit is combined with EAL/D unit one ATAR. It requires you to evaluate perspectives and attitudes presented in texts, and create extended texts for a range of contexts. This pair of units prepares students for further study at university.

This unit focuses on analysing and evaluating perspectives and attitudes presented in texts, and creating extended texts for a range of contexts. SAE language skills for effective communication in an expanding range of contexts are consolidated. The use of cohesive text structures and language features is developed. The unit focuses on developing planning and editing skills to create extended oral, written and multimodal texts. Attitudes, values and culturally based assumptions within texts are identified, analysed and compared. Strategies for collecting, analysing, organising and presenting ideas and information are refined.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: EAL/D Progress Map Levels 5+

Types of Assessment:
20% Investigation
20% Response
20% Production (Written)
20% Production (Oral)
20% Written Examination

Unit Cost: $45

These units will help you to consolidate and develop the language learning and skills from Units A1/A2 and are ideal if you aim to go to university.

Unit 3 Australia as a Cultural Community

Unit three investigates how culture influences the way people view the world. The focus for this unit is Australia as a cultural community. You will develop your ability to use English appropriate to audience and purpose and will apply analytical and problem-solving skills to investigations of commonality and difference. You will use Standard Australian English to explore how structures, patterns and audience expectations influence language and meaning and how that meaning is negotiated, not given, within and across cultures.

Unit 4 Language & Empowerment

Unit four focuses on language and empowerment. You will learn to use English to explore the relationship between the uses of language and the concept of the power of language. You will examine how language can also be used to privilege or marginalise social groups, ideologies, beliefs and values. Development of these understandings will enable you to choose to use language appropriately for audience and purpose, moving between language varieties and situations confidently.

Prerequisites:
Recommended: Minimum C grade in EAL/D ATAR units one and two

Types of Assessment:
Practical Assessment – 25%
70% Production (Oral)
30% Practical (Oral) Examination

Written Assessment – 75%
25% Investigation
20% Response
25% Production (Written)
30% Written Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

Unit 1

The focus of this unit is food and balanced diets. You will explore the ways in which individuals select and use a wide range of food ingredients. You will learn about the variety and availability of local foods and cooking, storage and service of a range of commodities. You will participate in a range of practical activities to learn about methods of cookery, food presentation and menu planning and design.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
30% Investigation
60% Production
10% Response

Unit Cost: $110

Unit 2

In this unit is you will study food, health and how we make food choices. You will learn about food packaging and labelling requirements and how these protect food consumers. You will learn about the sensory and physical properties of food, preparation methods used to produce food products, selection of appropriate equipment and further develop skills in producing menu items.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
30% Investigation
60% Production
10% Response

Unit Cost: $110

Unit 3

In this unit you will be using a variety of foods and processing techniques to produce safe, quality food products. You will have the opportunity to evaluate food products, research the effect of under-consumption and over-consumption of nutrients on health, investigate a range of diet-related health conditions that affect individuals and families, while following occupational safety and health requirements and implementing safe food handling practices.

Unit 4

In this unit you will be planning and adapting recipes and cooking techniques to meet the nutrient needs of different groups in our community. You will have the opportunity to examine the influences of lifestyle and cultural traditions on nutritional health, as well as the value adding of food. You will explore the reasons for preserving food, study food spoilage and contamination, investigate and implement food processing techniques, investigate and implement the principles of food preservation, and examine food packaging, labelling and storage.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
30% Investigation
45% Production
10% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $190

The Certificate II will provide you with an opportunity to develop skills in knowledge and training that open up pathways into the Hospitality and Tourism Industry. The course content provides you with the foundation skills that are required to be successful in the food industry.

You will have the opportunity to develop practical skills in food preparation as well as skills to ensure quality customer service by participating in a range of practical based functions both on campus and at local community events. You will learn how to work in teams and develop an understanding on seasonality and a wide range of commodities and fresh produce from our community garden.

Core Units

• BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others
• SITHIND006 Source and use information on the hospitality industry
• SITHIND007 Use hospitality skills effectively
• SITXCCS011 Interact with customers
• SITXCOM007 Show social and cultural sensitivity
• SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices

Elective Units

• SITXFSA201 Use hygienic practices for food safety
• SITHFAB004* Prepare and serve non- alcoholic beverages
• SITHFAB025* Prepare and serve expresso coffee
• SITHCCC001* Use food preparation equipment
• SITHCCC024* Prepare and present simple dishes
• SITHCCC028* Prepare appetisers and salads

NOTE: Units marked with * have one or more prerequisites which are included in this course

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry
Barista, food runner, housekeeping assistant, kitchen steward, café attendant, catering assistant, Food and Beverage attendant, front office attendant, Porter, Apprenticeship, Certificate III, IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma

Higher Education and Training
Apprenticeship, Certificate III, IV, Associate Diploma, Diploma, Bachelor Degree

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
236

Number of Units:
12

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two units in Year 11
Two units in Year 12

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
Two Years

RTO:
iVET

RTO Code:
40548

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $420

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with iVET Institute Pty Ltd  RTO 40548

Unit 1 Personal health & Wellbeing

In this unit you will explore factors which influence your health in positive and negative ways and devise action plans towards achieving identified goals of improving health. This unit will provide you with the opportunity to develop key employability and life skills including communication, leadership, initiative and enterprise.

The areas you will cover include the physical, social, mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions of health and you will have the opportunity to understand the rights and responsibilities as a healthcare consumer. You will explore lifestyle factors affecting health such as the impact of beliefs, attitudes and values on health behaviour and determine personal health risk assessments.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
20% Inquiry
50% Project
30% Response

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Factors Which Influence Health

The focus of this unit is the notion of prevention. The areas you will cover include preventative actions and skills to cope with influences on health behaviours and to enhance health strategies to promote the health of communities. You will explore the importance of health care as prevention versus health care as treatment and the role of communities in the construction and promotion of social and cultural norms. Self-management skills and interpersonal skills along with factors influencing decision making will also be explored.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
20% Inquiry
50% Project
30% Response

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Health Promotion

This unit focuses on building student’s knowledge and understanding of health and their interaction and contribution to personal and community health through health promotion. In this unit you will be involved in a range of health promotion activities including the Cyril Jackson Health Festival. You will have the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understandings and skills required for working effectively with individuals and groups for negotiation and conflict resolution, as well as underlying the determinants and importance of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation for behaviour change.

Unit 4 Community Development, Participation & Empowerment

You will look at preventative strategies relating to Australian health issues and preventative strategies to maintain, avoid and manage risk for personal and community health. The areas you will cover will include planning a health inquiry and the ethical issues arising from contemporary health practices. You will develop understandings of the relationship between participation and empowerment in community development and within social marketing campaigns.

Prerequisites:
Nil

Types of Assessment:
20% Inquiry
40% Project
25% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $50

Unit 1 Anatomical, Physiological & Practical Factors Associated with Performing Physical Activities

The focus of this unit are practical sports skills and tactics including badminton and volleyball, anatomy and coaching are also integrated. In this unit the emphasis is placed on understanding and improving performance in physical activities.

The areas you will cover will include developing and applying basic movement skills, patterns and techniques for the basic processes of coaching and/or teaching a skill. You will explore major bones that assist with skeletal movement, basic structure and function of the respiratory system and the role of biomechanics to improve performance and prevent sports injuries. Simple tests to measure performance-related fitness components and the skills and strategies required for team building are included.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
50% Practical (Performance)
25% Investigation
25% Response

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 The Impact of Physical Activity on the Body’s Anatomical & Physiological Systems

The focus of this unit is sports including soccer and tennis which are covered in the practical sport skills and tactics part of this unit. The integration of theory and practice is central to the studies.

The areas you will cover include classifications of physical activity, the elements of a training session and terminology used to describe types of movements. You will also have the opportunity to develop understandings to explain the relationship between components of performance related fitness and skill development, and the role of mental skills in creating a mind set to improve performance. performance.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
50% Practical (Performance)
25% Investigation
25% Response

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Skills, Movement Production & Fitness

The focus of this unit is to assess your own and others’ movement skills and identify how to improve your skills and knowledge of training principles and goal setting concepts to enhance physical activity.  Activities in this unit may include badminton, volleyball, soccer, AFL and hockey. In this unit the integration of theory and practice is central to studies. The areas you will cover include the responsibilities of a coach, definition of leadership and the qualities of a good leader. You will have the opportunity to develop knowledge, understandings and skills towards extended care and rehabilitation of the injured athlete and simple tests to measure the capacities of the aerobic and anaerobic energy systems.

Unit 4 Physical Performance in Physical Activities

This unit includes the knowledge, understandings and skills to develop and apply simple team or individual strategic plans and tactics towards coaching strategies. This will allow you the opportunity to consolidate and extend skill development and explore steps to analyse a specific skill to improve performance. In this unit you will also cover training methods appropriate to selected activities and the purpose and features of fitness profiles.

Prerequisites:
Nil

Types of Assessment:
50% Practical (Performance)
15% Investigation
20% Response
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $40

The focus of these units are to allow you to participate in a wide variety of sports and recreational activities and to learn about maintaining and improving your basic health. In these units you will also learn the rules and strategies of different sports, as well as develop interpersonal and reflective skills when participating in team games.

Active participation is an expected requirement.

The sports you may cover include soccer, badminton, volleyball, indoor hockey, basketball, table tennis, weights and circuit training.

You are required to develop a portfolio top demonstrate your active involvement in a range of sports and activities.

These units are available in semesters one and two in both Year 11 and 12.

These units DO assist you to achieve WACE.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Practical Pass/Fail

Unit Cost: $15

The focus of these units are to allow you to participate in a wide variety of sports and recreational activities and to learn about maintaining and improving your basic health. In these units you will also learn the rules and strategies of different sports, as well as develop interpersonal and reflective skills when participating in team games.

Active participation is an expected requirement.

The sports you may cover include soccer, badminton, volleyball, indoor hockey, basketball, table tennis, weights and circuit training.

You are required to develop a portfolio top demonstrate your active involvement in a range of sports and activities.

These units are available in semesters one and two in both Year 11 and 12.

These units DO assist you to achieve WACE.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Practical Pass/Fail

Unit Cost: $15

Unit 1 Personal Economic & Financial Decisions

To survive economically, people need to have basic economic and financial knowledge. This course will introduce you to budget planning and skills needed to select loans and invest money.

This unit may assist you in developing an understanding about using credit and credit cards, how to save and spend income wisely, how the financial system works and how banks affect our saving and investment decisions. You will also look at different types of investment and will have an opportunity to play the ASX stock market game.

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 2 or higher in numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Investigation
30% Data Interpretation / Short Answer
30% Extended Answer
20% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Small Business Economics

It looks closely at the way businesses advertise their products and manage risks as well as deal with any challenges including government regulation and policy.

You will be given the opportunity to develop a business plan and experience what it is like to operate a small business venture through the $20 Entrepreneur initiative.

Prerequisites:
Achieved OLNA category 2 or higher in numeracy or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Investigation
30% Data Interpretation / Short Answer
30% Extended Answer
20% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Microeconomics

This unit explores the theory that markets are an efficient way to allocate scarce resources, using real world markets with an emphasis on the Australian economy. When the forces of demand and supply do not allocate and price resources in a way that society would regard as efficient, market failure can occur. You will examine examples of market failure, along with a range of government policy options that can be applied to achieve more desirable outcomes. You are also introduced to the language of economics and the use of theories and models to explain and interpret economic events and issues.

Unit 4 Macroeconomics

This unit explores the government’s role in a modified market economy and Australia’s recent and contemporary macroeconomic performance. It also explores the cyclical fluctuations in the level of economic activity that result in the economy which, in turn, have implications for economic growth, inflation and unemployment.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 ATAR Economics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
15% Investigation
30% Data Interpretation / Short Answer
20% Extended Answer
20% Test
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Cost: $50

Unit 1 Microeconomics

The focus for this unit is Markets. It explores the key role markets play in determining the wellbeing of individuals and society, as well as the limitations of markets. The emphasis is on understanding the operation of real world markets that are relevant to students.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
30% Data Interpretation/Short Answer
40% Extended Answer
30% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 2 Macroeconomics

It is an introduction to macroeconomics and the government’s role in the economy. It explores macroeconomic issues such as economic growth, inflation and unemployment with a focus on the Australian economy.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
30% Data Interpretation/Short Answer
40% Extended Answer
30% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 3 Australia & the Global Economy

This course encourages you to become aware of contemporary economic issues and problems, and to develop skills of economic analysis. It explores the linkages between economies and the concepts of globalisation, trade liberalisation and protection in relation to the Australian economy. You will examine Australia’s trade, the recording of international transactions and the impact of these transactions on the Australian economy. You will also examine the effects of changes in Australia’s economic transactions with the rest of the world using recent and contemporary economic data, together with economic models.

Unit 4 Economic Policies & Management

The unit explores how economic policies and actions, such as fiscal policy, monetary policy and microeconomic policy operate in the pursuit of the Australian Government’s economic objectives. You will examine the effects of the operation of policies in Australia using economic models along with recent (and contemporary economic data. You will apply the language, theories and tools of economics to develop a critical perspective on the role of these policies in the current Australian Government policy mix.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 ATAR Economics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
30% Data Interpretation/Short Answer
30% Extended Answer
40% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $55

iLearn Pair Cost: $55

Unit 1 Understanding the Modern World

The unit will focus on the idea of capitalism as experienced in the USA – the American Experience 1907–1941 and how it has helped to define the modern world.

You will explore crucial changes which resulted in the transformation of production, capitalism and consumption, transport and communications and the challenges that this has posed to US society and the government.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities course or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Historical Inquiry
20%-30% Explanation
20%-30% Source Analysis
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

iLearn Cost: $30

Unit 2 Movements for Change in the 20th Century

The unit will focus on the interesting phenomenon of the rise of Nazi Germany, the magnetic personality of Adolf Hitler and the coming of war.

You will investigate the ways in which individuals, groups and institutions have challenged existing political structures, accepted social organisation, and prevailing economic models, to transform societies.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Historical Inquiry
20%-30% Explanation
20%-30% Source Analysis
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

iLearn Cost: $30

Unit 3 Modern Nations in the 20th Century

This unit focuses on China 1935–1989 It examines the characteristics of modern China in the 20th century. You will investigate crisis that challenged the stability of China, the path of development that was taken and the social, economic and political order that was established. In examining the ways in which China has dealt with internal divisions and external threats, you will emerge with a deep understanding of the character of modern China.

Unit 4 The Modern World Since 1945

The focus for this unit is the changing European world since 1945. You will explore the power of ideas and ideologies as forces for change and/or their use to reinforce dominant elements in society. This unit examines some significant features of the modern world within the period 1945–2001 that will help to build your understanding of the contemporary world; that is, why we are here at this point in time. Attention is given to changes to the nature of the world order: shifting international tensions, alliances and the emergence of power blocs. The nature of various conflicts and regional and international attempts to create peace and security will also be studied.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in a Year 11 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Historical Inquiry
20% Explanation
20% Source Analysis
40% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $55

iLearn Pair Cost: $55

Unit 1 Microeconomics

The focus for this unit is Markets. It explores the key role markets play in determining the wellbeing of individuals and society, as well as the limitations of markets. The emphasis is on understanding the operation of real world markets that are relevant to students.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
30% Data Interpretation/Short Answer
40% Extended Answer
30% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

iLearn Cost: $30

Unit 2 Macroeconomics

It is an introduction to macroeconomics and the government’s role in the economy. It explores macroeconomic issues such as economic growth, inflation and unemployment with a focus on the Australian economy.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
30% Data Interpretation/Short Answer
40% Extended Answer
30% Examination

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30% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

iLearn Cost: $30

Unit 3 Australia & the Global Economy

This course encourages you to become aware of contemporary economic issues and problems, and to develop skills of economic analysis. It explores the linkages between economies and the concepts of globalisation, trade liberalisation and protection in relation to the Australian economy. You will examine Australia’s trade, the recording of international transactions and the impact of these transactions on the Australian economy. You will also examine the effects of changes in Australia’s economic transactions with the rest of the world using recent and contemporary economic data, together with economic models.

Unit 4 Economic Policies & Management

The unit explores how economic policies and actions, such as fiscal policy, monetary policy and microeconomic policy operate in the pursuit of the Australian Government’s economic objectives. You will examine the effects of the operation of policies in Australia using economic models along with recent (and contemporary economic data. You will apply the language, theories and tools of economics to develop a critical perspective on the role of these policies in the current Australian Government policy mix.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 11 ATAR Economics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
30% Data Interpretation/Short Answer
30% Extended Answer
40% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

iLearn Pair Cost: $60

Unit 1 Understanding the Modern World

The unit will focus on the idea of capitalism as experienced in the USA – the American Experience 1907–1941 and how it has helped to define the modern world.

You will explore crucial changes which resulted in the transformation of production, capitalism and consumption, transport and communications and the challenges that this has posed to US society and the government.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities course or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Historical Inquiry
20%-30% Explanation
20%-30% Source Analysis
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

iLearn Cost: $30

Unit 2 Movements for Change in the 20th Century

The unit will focus on the interesting phenomenon of the rise of Nazi Germany, the magnetic personality of Adolf Hitler and the coming of war.

You will investigate the ways in which individuals, groups and institutions have challenged existing political structures, accepted social organisation, and prevailing economic models, to transform societies.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Historical Inquiry
20%-30% Explanation
20%-30% Source Analysis
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

iLearn Cost: $30

Unit 3 Modern Nations in the 20th Century

This unit focuses on China 1935–1989 It examines the characteristics of modern China in the 20th century. You will investigate crisis that challenged the stability of China, the path of development that was taken and the social, economic and political order that was established. In examining the ways in which China has dealt with internal divisions and external threats, you will emerge with a deep understanding of the character of modern China.

Unit 4 The Modern World Since 1945

The focus for this unit is the changing European world since 1945. You will explore the power of ideas and ideologies as forces for change and/or their use to reinforce dominant elements in society. This unit examines some significant features of the modern world within the period 1945–2001 that will help to build your understanding of the contemporary world; that is, why we are here at this point in time. Attention is given to changes to the nature of the world order: shifting international tensions, alliances and the emergence of power blocs. The nature of various conflicts and regional and international attempts to create peace and security will also be studied.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in a Year 11 Humanities or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
20% Historical Inquiry
20% Explanation
20% Source Analysis
40% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $30

iLearn Pair Cost: $30

Unit 1 Addition, Subtraction, Length, Mass, Capacity & Time

In this unit, you will study the mathematical knowledge, understanding and skills to solve problems relating to addition and subtraction, length, mass, capacity and time, and involving the extraction of information from, and the interpretation of, various simple forms of data representation used in everyday contexts. The number of formats for the unit are whole numbers and money.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 1 or 2 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
50% Response
50% Practical

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Whole Numbers, Money, Fractions & Decimals

In this unit you will study the mathematical knowledge, understanding and skills relating to fractions and decimals, solving problems relating to multiplication and division, perimeter, area and volume and qualitative probability from everyday contexts. The number formats for this unit are whole numbers, money, fractions and decimals.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 1 or 2 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
50% Response
50% Practical

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3

This unit provides you with the mathematical knowledge, understanding and skills relating to percentages and the link to fractions and decimals, and the solving of problems relating to the four operations using whole number, fractions and decimals. Location, time and temperature, and shape and its relationship to design, are also covered in this unit.

Unit 4

This unit provides you with the mathematical knowledge, understanding and skills relating to rates and ratios, and the connection between statistics and probability. The collection of mathematical concepts and thinking processes encountered in this and previous units culminates in the solving of comprehensive real life problems encountered in personal, workplace and community contexts.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 1 or 2 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
45% Practical Application
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $45

Unit 1

This unit provides you with the mathematical skills and understanding to solve problems relating to calculations, applications of measurement, the use of formulas to find an unknown quantity and the interpretation of graphs. Throughout this unit, you will use the mathematical thinking process. The number formats for the unit are whole numbers, decimals, common fractions, common percentages, square and cubic numbers written with powers.

Prerequisites:
Students must have at least a C Grade in Year 10 number and algebra.

Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
50% Response
50% Practical Application

Unit Cost: $20

Unit 2 Representing & Comparing Data, Percentages, Rates & Ratios, Time & Motion

You will further develop the use of the mathematical thinking process and apply the statistical investigation process. The number formats for the unit are whole numbers, decimals, fractions and percentages, rates and ratios.

Prerequisites:
Students must have at least a C Grade in Year 10 number and algebra.
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
50% Response
25% Practical Application
25% Statistical Investigation Process

Unit Cost: $20

Unit 3 Measurement, Scales, Plans & models, Graphs & Data Collection

This unit provides you with the mathematical skills and understanding to solve problems related to measurement, scales, plans and models, drawing and interpreting graphs and data collection. You will use the mathematical thinking process and apply the statistical investigation process. You will also apply the content of the four topics in this unit: Measurement; scales, plans and models; graphs in practical situations; and data collection, in a context which is meaningful and of interest to you. The number formats for the unit are positive and negative numbers, decimals, fractions, percentages, rates, ratios, square and cubic numbers written with powers and square roots.

Unit 4 Probability, Earth Geometry, Time Zones, Loans & Compound Interest

This unit provides you with the mathematical skills and understanding to solve problems related to probability, earth geometry and time zones, loans and compound interest. You will use the mathematical thinking process and apply the statistical investigation process to solve problems involving probability. You will also apply the content of the three topics in this unit: probability and relative frequencies; earth geometry and time zones; and loans and compound interest, in a context which is meaningful and of interest to you. Possible contexts for this unit are finance, and travel. The number formats for the unit are positive and negative numbers, decimals, fractions, percentages, rates, ratios and numbers expressed with integer powers.

Prerequisites:
Students must have successfully completed Mathematics Essential units 1 and 2
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
22% Practical Applications
23% Statistical Investigation Process
15% EST Examination Task

Unit Pair Cost: $40

Unit 1 Consumer Arithmetic, Algebra & Matrices, Shape & Measurement.

Consumer arithmetic reviews the concepts of rate and percentage change in the context of earning and managing money and includes the use of spread sheets.

Algebra and matrices continues the study of algebra and introduces the topic of matrices. The emphasis of this topic is the symbolic representation and manipulation of information from real-life contexts using algebra and matrices. Shape and measurement builds the knowledge and skills of students with the concept of similarity and associated calculations involving simple geometric shapes. The emphasis in this topic is on applying these skills in a range of practical contexts, including those involving three-dimensional shapes.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit based on achieving a C Grade in Year 10 Mathematics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 2 Data Analysis, Statistical Process, Linear Equations, Graphs & Applications of Trigonometry

Univariate data analysis and the statistical process develop student’s ability to organise and summarise univariate data in the context of conducting a statistical investigation.

Linear equations and their graphs use linear equations and straight-line graphs, as well as linear-piece-wise and step graphs to model and analyse practical situations. Applications of trigonometry extends your knowledge of trigonometry to solve practical problems involving non-right angled triangles in both two and three dimensions, including problems involving the use of angles of elevation and depression and bearings in navigation.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit based on achieving a C Grade in Year 10 Mathematics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 3 Bivariate Data Analysis, Growth & Decay in Sequences, Graphs & Networks.

Bivariate data analysis introduces you to some methods for identifying, analysing and describing associations between pairs of variables, including the use of the least-squares method as a tool for modelling and analysing linear associations. The content is to be taught within the framework of the statistical investigation process. Growth and decay in sequences employs recursion to generate sequences that can be used to model and investigate patterns of growth and decay in discrete situations.

These sequences find application in a wide range of practical situations, including modelling the growth of a compound interest investment, the growth of a bacterial population, or the decrease in the value of a car over time. Sequences are also essential to understanding the patterns of growth and decay in loans and investments that are studied in detail in unit four. Graphs and networks introduces you to the language of graphs and the ways in which graphs, represented as a collection of points and interconnecting lines, can be used to model and analyse everyday situations, such as a rail or social network.

Unit 4: Time Series Analysis, Loans, Investments & Annuities, Networks & Decision Mathematics

Time series analysis continues your study of statistics by introducing you to the concepts and techniques of time series analysis. The content is to be taught within the framework of the statistical investigation process. Loans investments and annuities aims to provide you with sufficient knowledge of financial mathematics to solve practical problems associated with taking out or refinancing a mortgage and making investments. Networks and decision mathematics uses networks to model and aid decision making in practical situations.

Prerequisites:
Students must be have successfully completed Mathematics Applications units 1 and 2
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

Unit 1 Calculus; Basic Algebraic Concepts & Techniques

The basic trigonometric functions are then introduced. Simple relationships between variable quantities are reviewed, and these are used to introduce the key concepts of a function and its graph. The study of inferential statistics begins in this unit with a review of the fundamentals of probability and the introduction of the concepts of counting, conditional probability and independence.

Prerequisites:
Students must have at least a C Grade in Year 10 number and algebra.
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 2 Exponentials; Arithmetic & Geometric Sequences

In this unit you will study exponentials. Their graphs are examined and their applications in a wide range of settings are explored. Arithmetic and geometric sequences are introduced and their applications are studied. Rates and average rates of change are introduced, and this is followed by the key concept of the derivative as an instantaneous rate of change. These concepts are reinforced numerically, by calculating difference quotients both geometrically as slopes of chords and tangents, and algebraically. Calculus is developed to study the derivatives of polynomial functions, with simple application of the derivative to curve sketching, the calculation of slopes and equations of tangents, the determination of instantaneous velocities and the solution of optimisation problems. The unit concludes with a brief consideration of anti differentiation.

Prerequisites:
Students must have at least a C Grade in Year 10 number and algebra.
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 3 Calculus; Exponential & Trigonometric Functions

In this unit you will study calculus with the derivatives of exponential and trigonometric functions and their applications, together with some differentiation techniques and applications to optimisation problems and graph sketching. It concludes with integration, both as a process that reverses differentiation and as a way of calculating areas. The fundamental theorem of calculus as a link between differentiation and integration is emphasised. In statistics, discrete random variables are introduced, together with their uses in modelling random processes involving chance and variation. This supports the development of a framework for statistical inference.

Unit 4 Calculus; Derivative of Logarithmic Functions

In probability and statistics, continuous random variables and their applications are introduced and the normal distribution is used in a variety of contexts. The study of statistical inference in this unit is the culmination of earlier work on probability and random variables. Statistical inference is one of the most important parts of statistics, in which the goal is to estimate an unknown parameter associated with a population using a sample of data drawn from that population. In the Mathematics Methods ATAR course, statistical inference is restricted to estimating proportions in two outcome populations.

Prerequisites:
Students must have successfully completed (B Grade of higher) Mathematics Methods units 1 and 2
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

Unit 1 Consumer Arithmetic, Algebra & Matrices, Shape & Measurement.

Consumer arithmetic reviews the concepts of rate and percentage change in the context of earning and managing money and includes the use of spread sheets.

Algebra and matrices continues the study of algebra and introduces the topic of matrices. The emphasis of this topic is the symbolic representation and manipulation of information from real-life contexts using algebra and matrices. Shape and measurement builds the knowledge and skills of students with the concept of similarity and associated calculations involving simple geometric shapes. The emphasis in this topic is on applying these skills in a range of practical contexts, including those involving three-dimensional shapes.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit based on achieving a C grade in Year 10 Mathematics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

iLearn Cost: $60

Unit 2 Data Analysis, Statistical Process, Linear Equations, Graphs & Applications of Trigonometry

Univariate data analysis and the statistical process develop student’s ability to organise and summarise univariate data in the context of conducting a statistical investigation.

Linear equations and their graphs use linear equations and straight-line graphs, as well as linear-piece-wise and step graphs to model and analyse practical situations. Applications of trigonometry extends your knowledge of trigonometry to solve practical problems involving non-right angled triangles in both two and three dimensions, including problems involving the use of angles of elevation and depression and bearings in navigation.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit based on achieving a C Grade in Year 10 Mathematics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

iLearn Cost: $60

Unit 2

In this unit you will study three topics: Univariate data analysis and the statistical process, linear equations and their graphs, and applications of trigonometry. Univariate data analysis and the statistical process develop students ability to organise and summarise univariate data in the context of conducting a statistical investigation.

Linear equations and their graphs use linear equations and straight line graphs, as well as linear-piece-wise and step graphs to model and analyse practical situations. Applications of trigonometry extends your knowledge of trigonometry to solve practical problems involving non-right angled triangles in both two and three dimensions, including problems involving the use of angles of elevation and depression and bearings in navigation.

Prerequisites:
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit based on achieving a C Grade in Year 10 Mathematics or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

iLearn Cost: $120

Unit 3 Bivariate Data Analysis, Growth & Decay in Sequences, Graphs & Networks.

Bivariate data analysis introduces you to some methods for identifying, analysing and describing associations between pairs of variables, including the use of the least-squares method as a tool for modelling and analysing linear associations. The content is to be taught within the framework of the statistical investigation process. Growth and decay in sequences employs recursion to generate sequences that can be used to model and investigate patterns of growth and decay in discrete situations.

These sequences find application in a wide range of practical situations, including modelling the growth of a compound interest investment, the growth of a bacterial population, or the decrease in the value of a car over time. Sequences are also essential to understanding the patterns of growth and decay in loans and investments that are studied in detail in unit four. Graphs and networks introduces you to the language of graphs and the ways in which graphs, represented as a collection of points and interconnecting lines, can be used to model and analyse everyday situations, such as a rail or social network.

Unit 4: Time Series Analysis, Loans, Investments & Annuities, Networks & Decision Mathematics

Time series analysis continues your study of statistics by introducing you to the concepts and techniques of time series analysis. The content is to be taught within the framework of the statistical investigation process. Loans investments and annuities aims to provide you with sufficient knowledge of financial mathematics to solve practical problems associated with taking out or refinancing a mortgage and making investments. Networks and decision mathematics uses networks to model and aid decision making in practical situations.

Prerequisites:
Students must be have successfully completed Mathematics Applications units 1 and 2
Students must be in OLNA category 3 to enrol in this unit

Types of Assessment:
40% Response
20% Investigation
40% Examination

iLearn Cost: $120

Unit 1 Scientific Inquiry

The focus for this unit is chemistry and me. In this unit you will be introduced to some models and theories in chemistry, you will have the opportunity to learn the structure and modelling of matter and use appropriate chemical language including the use of chemical symbols for common elements and compounds.

The areas you will cover include phase properties and changes with reference to the particle theory. You will also develop understandings between physical and chemical changes, different types of solutions and be able to represent chemical reactions. You will have the opportunity to construct questions for investigation; propose hypotheses; and predict possible outcomes.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Science or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
50% Science Inquiry
20% Extended Response
30% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Chemical Language; Symbols, Formulae, Elements & Compounds

The focus for this unit is chemistry in the community. In this unit you will learn about acids, bases and neutralisation. You will also have the opportunity to study the physical properties of water and develop understandings about human activity and its impacts on waterways.

The areas you will explore include chemical monitoring and management in providing safe water for human use and to protect the habitats of other organisms. You will develop understandings of physical and chemical analysis of solutions and investigate their properties. This unit also offers studies in the biodegradability of soaps, detergents and shampoos and the impact of sewage and fertilisers on the eutrophication of our water sources.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Science or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
50% Science Inquiry
20% Extended Response
30% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Chemistry in Daily Life

In this unit you will focus on the role of chemistry in contributing to a sustainable future by investigating recycling and disposal of community chemical wastes. The areas you will cover will provide you with the knowledge, understandings and skills to explore carbon chemistry including the composition of crude oil, properties of hydrocarbons and how these properties influence how hydrocarbons are used as fuels and lubricants.

Unit 4 Chemistry of Metals & Biochemistry

This will introduce you to the physical and chemical properties of a crucially important group of materials. You will explore the properties of metals and relate these to their means of extraction, purification and uses.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Science or equivalent standard

Types of Assessment:
40% Science Inquiry
20% Extended Response
25% Test
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $50

Unit 1 Healthy Body

This unit looks at how our choices such as diet, exercise, alcohol and smoking can affect our health and the decisions we can make to keep ourselves healthy. You will be looking at how the body is put together in systems to allow it to function normally and how to keep it healthy.

This is an ideal unit for those students wishing to go into training to study health sciences, for example nursing, aged care or dental technician. The areas you will cover include how the digestive, excretory, respiratory and circulatory systems work to keep us alive. Also, how medical researchers find out about the body and how advances in medical technology help us in keeping healthy

Prerequisites:
Competency with the English language

Types of Assessment:
40% Science Inquiry
20% Extended Response
40% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 Reproduction

The focus of this unit looks at reproduction, pregnancy and birth and how our choices such as diet, exercise, alcohol and smoking can affect our chances of getting pregnant or having a healthy baby. In this unit you will learn how medical science is helping us in understanding how the reproductive system functions normally and ways of treating or preventing problems.

This is an ideal unit for those students wishing to go into training to study health sciences, for example nursing, aged care or dental technician. The areas you will cover include the reproductive system, pregnancy, birth and the role of medical technology for issues along  this journey.

Prerequisites:
Competency with the English language

Types of Assessment:
40% Science Inquiry
20% Extended Response
40% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3 Coordination

The focus in this unit explores bones, muscles, nerves and hormones and how they maintain the body to act in a coordinated manner.

In this unit the areas you will learn about include: the location and structure of joints in the skeleton, the structure of muscles, the nervous system and the processes within the body that are coordinated by hormones.

You will have the opportunity to interpret a range of scientific and media texts, and evaluate models, processes, claims and conclusions

considering the quality of available evidence, including interpreting confidence intervals in secondary data and using reasoning to construct scientific argument.

Unit 4 Infectious Disease

In this unit you will explore the causes and spread of disease and how humans respond to invading pathogens. This unit also includes the study of pathogens including bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and how these are the causes of common diseases. You will learn about preventing the transmission of disease, vaccines and immunology, along with population density and movement patterns that influence the transmission of disease. In this unit you will have the opportunity to learn about communicating to specific audiences and for specific purposes, using appropriate language, nomenclature, genres and modes, including scientific reports.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in General units 1 and 2 or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
30% Science Inquiry
20% Extended Response
35% Test
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $60

Unit 1 

The focus of this unit is the practice of science. This involves putting into practice the technical aspects of scientific method, so a solid foundation in curriculum science is required.

The areas you will cover include developing an understanding of the processes involved in the functioning of systems from the macro level (cycles in nature and Earth systems), to systems at the organism, cellular and molecular level. You will investigate and describe the effect of human activity on the functioning of cycles in nature. You will have the opportunity to explore learning contexts and how science impacts on the community in many varied ways. You will learn different methods of scientific investigation and the skills necessary to use specific scientific equipment as well as collect, record, display and analyse data in different forms including tables and graphs. Importantly, you will learn the appropriate use of relevant scientific conventions and terminology.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Science or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
50% Science Inquiry
30% Extended Response
20% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 2 

The context of this unit is Forensic Science. In this unit you will put into practice the technical aspects of scientific method and how this framework is used to solve crimes. This unit will provide you with opportunities to extrapolate your knowledge and skills in the methods of investigation to encompass new situations. You will explore a substantial list of learning contexts and be introduced to the application of new fields of scientific studies where Locard’s Principle, every contact leaves a trace remains the foundation of study.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Science or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
50% Science Inquiry
30% Extended Response
20% Test

Unit Cost: $25

Unit 3

In this unit you will investigate and describe a number of diverse ecosystems, exploring the range of living and nonliving components to understand the dynamics, diversity and interrelationships of these systems. You will work together to collect first hand data and to experience local eco-system interactions.

The areas you will cover includes the how abiotic factors including temperature, pH, salinity, light, water and atmospheric gases, impact on the survival of organisms within the environment and how human interference is threatening biodiversity through deterioration of ecosystems and diminishing habitat areas.

Unit 4 

This unit will provide you with the opportunity to investigate forces acting upon an object and the effects of kinetic, potential and heat energy on objects. You will also explore the properties of chemical substances that determine their use. This unit includes developing knowledge, understandings and skills on the use of materials and how this is dependent on the physical and chemical properties of that material.

You will have the opportunity to learn how to represent data in meaningful and useful ways, organise and analyse data to identify trends, patterns and relationships and to qualitatively describe sources of measurement error to make and justify conclusions.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C Grade in General units 1 and 2 or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
40% Science Inquiry
30% Extended Response
15% Test
15% Externally Set Task

Unit Pair Cost: $50

Unit 1

The focus for this unit is chemistry fundamentals. In this unit you will learn and apply bonding theories, atomic structure and electron configuration. You will also investigate covalent molecular substances and covalent network substances plus nanomaterials. The areas you will cover include the law of conservation of mass and calculations relating to moles, molar mass and concentrations of solutions. You will develop understandings in nanomaterials, exothermic and endothermic reactions and the ability to use energy profile diagrams. The applications of the collision theory in relation to reaction rate will also be studied.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Science or equivalent and good mathematical ability.

Types of Assessment:
25% Science Inquiry
10% Extended Response
15% Test
50% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 2 

The focus for this unit is molecular interactions and reactions. In this unit you will develop understandings on how models of the shapes and structure of molecules and intermolecular forces can be used to explain the properties of substances. This unit will provide you with understandings on how models and theories have developed based on evidence from a range of sources, and the uses and limitations of chemical knowledge in a range of contexts.

Laboratory work plays an integral part in this unit and as part of the program you will explore an important biological, environmental or industrial process associated with the chemistry context.

Note: Students studying Chemistry 11 in both Semester 1 and 2 will be coded AECHE

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in A1CHE as a whole course examined at end of year

Types of Assessment:
25% Science Inquiry
10% Extended Response
15% Test
50% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 3

The focus for this unit is chemical process. In it you will explore how chemists achieve an economically viable rate of production by manipulating the factors influencing the rate of reaction and yield of product. You will also perform multi-step stoichiometric (mathematical) calculations within an industrial context.

Unit 4 

This unit focuses on organic chemistry and the processes of chemical synthesis by which useful substances are produced for the benefit of society. This unit will develop your knowledge, understandings and skills towards the relationship between the structure, properties and chemical reactions within different organic functional groups, as well as the process of chemical synthesis to form useful substances. You will also engage in a multi faceted exploration of an important industrial, environmental or biological process which has significance for the society at large.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade of ATAR units 1 and 2 or equivalent standard.

Types of Assessment:
20% Science Inquiry
10% Extended Response
20% Test
50% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

Unit 1 

The focus of this looks at how the body works and how our choices such as diet, exercise, alcohol and smoking can affect how it works. In this unit you will be looking at how the body is made of systems, tissues and cells and what they do.

The areas you will cover include the musculoskeletal, digestive, excretory, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Including common problems with these systems and how we can prevent or treat these problems.

This is an ideal unit for you if you want to study health sciences or medicine at university level e.g. nursing, dentistry, and physiotherapy.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 English or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
20% Science Inquiry
15% Extended Response
25% Test
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $35

Unit 2 

The focus of this unit is the reproductive system and how our genes are passed on from one generation to another. In this unit you will  be looking at the reproductive system including the hormones, cell division and what happens during pregnancy and birth.

This unit is ideal if you want to study health sciences or medicine at university level. This unit will provide you with an understanding of how medical science is helping us in discovering how the reproductive system works and in finding new technologies to diagnose and treat health problems, control fertility and fertility treatments.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 English or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
20% Science Inquiry
15% Extended Response
25% Test
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $35

Unit 3

The focus of this unit is human regulation. This unit explores the nervous and endocrine systems and the mechanisms that help maintain the systems of the body to function within normal range, and the body’s immune responses to invading pathogens.

The areas you will cover include how cellular activities are controlled by feedback mechanisms for the maintenance of homeostasis of body temperature, body fluid composition, blood sugar, gas concentrations and blood pressure. You will have the opportunity to develop an appreciation that human intervention can occur during stages of life by manipulation of life processes enabling control of normal function and control of dysfunction to influence the quality of life for individuals and the society.

Unit 4

The focus for this unit is variations in humans. In this unit you will explore the variations in humans in their changing environment and evolutionary trends in hominids.

The areas you will cover explore the role of DNA; its manipulation and application in the treatment of disease, the ageing individual and evolutionary trends in both primates and hominids. You will understand the reasons for human diversity and change considering inheritance, variation and evolution. You will also have the opportunity to conduct investigations, including the use of virtual or real biotechnological techniques of polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) sequencing, and techniques for relative and absolute dating, safely, competently and methodically for valid and reliable collection of data.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in ATAR units 1 and 2 or the equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
10% Science Inquiry
15% Extended Response
25% Test
50% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

Unit 1

The focus for this unit is thermal, nuclear and electrical physics. Physics is a mathematically based science. In this unit you will use science inquiry skills to design, conduct and analyse safe and effective investigations into heating processes, nuclear physics and electrical circuits and to communicate methods and findings. This unit will also provide you with the opportunities to use algebraic and graphical representations to calculate, analyse and predict measurable quantities associated with heating processes, nuclear reactions and electrical circuits.

The areas you will cover include the kinetic particle model and thermodynamics, radioactivity and the properties of radioactive nuclides. You will have the opportunity to develop understandings in the transfer and transformation of energy in electrical circuits and to communicate physics understanding using qualitative and quantitative representations within appropriate modes and genres.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Science or equivalent.
Minimum C grade in Year 10 Mathematics or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
30% Science Inquiry
30% Test
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 2

The focus for this unit is linear motion and waves. In this unit you will understand that Newton’s Laws of Motion describe the relationship between the forces acting on an object and its motion. You will explore and use algebraic and graphical representations to calculate, analyse and predict measurable quantities associated with linear and wave motion.

The areas you will cover include how scientific models and theories have developed and are applied to improve existing, and develop new technologies. Also, you will use science inquiry skills to design, conduct and analyse safe and effective investigations into linear motion and wave phenomena and to communicate methods and findings towards evaluating claims about motion and sound related phenomena and associated technologies.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C grade in unit 1 or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
30% Science Inquiry
30% Test
40% Examination

Unit Cost: $30

Unit 3

In this unit you will focus on two areas of study. The first focus is on motion and forces in a gravitational field. You will explore the motion of objects in gravitational fields, including the motion of projectiles, orbiting planets, moons and satellites and the ways in which forces affect the stability of extended objects.

The second area of focus you will explore is electricity and magnetism. Within this content area you will learn about magnetic fields an how they interact with moving charges in situations involving current electricity, the motor effect and electromagnetic induction. You will also have the opportunity to plan, conduct and evaluate investigations looking at real world problems associated with the content areas.

Unit 4 

This unit focuses on two content areas. The first is particles, waves and quanta while the second is motion and forces in electric and magnetic fields. This unit will provide you with studies of mechanical and electromagnetic waves and allow you to appreciate both classical and modern interpretations of the nature and behaviours of waves.

Secondly you will have the opportunity to learn about some aspects of modern physics such as standard model of particle physics, the Big Bang theory, relativity and cosmology.

Prerequisites:
Minimum C Grade in ATAR units 1 and 2 or equivalent.

Types of Assessment:
20% Science Inquiry
30% Test
50% Examination

Unit Pair Cost: $60

These units are suitable if you have had little schooling in science and your English language skills are still developing. The focus for these units will be science in everyday life. These units are designed to provide you with opportunities to train in scientific skills and language necessary to allow you to study science subjects with a degree of confidence.

You will engage in practical activities that are relevant and where possible you will be involved in learning contexts that cover all three of the learning areas biological science, physical science and environmental science. These units provide the opportunity to learn that scientific knowledge is applied in everyday situations such as work and many other activities.

Prerequisites: 
NIL

Types of Assessment: 
Pass / Fail

Unit Pair Cost: $50

The Certificate I in Workplace Skills supports entry level individuals with their preparation for work and their transition to employment. This course prepares individuals who need to develop employability skills and provides a pathway to Certificate II level courses.

Core Units

• BSBOPS101 Use business resources
• BSBPEF101 Plan and prepare for work readiness

Elective Units

• AUMAFA001 Apply for jobs and undertake job interviews
• MSMWHS100 Follow WHS procedures
• BSBTEC203 Research using the internet
• BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace

School Pathways

Certificate II in Workplace Skills, Certificate II in Community Services

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry

Skills developed are applicable to a range of industries and career groups.

Higher Education and Training

Certificate II in Financial Services – offered by a number of RTOs including TAFE.

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
151

Number of Units:
6 Total | Core 2 | Elective 4

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two in Year 11

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
Activ

RTO Code:
51960

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $50

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with Activ Pathways RTO 51960

This qualification an entry-level qualification aimed at individuals entering the permaculture industry. It allows individuals to develop basic skills and knowledge to prepare for work within the permaculture industry.

Core Units

• AHCPER101 Observe permaculture principles and practices
• AHCPER102 Support resource conservation practices
• AHCPER103 Support plant care in a permaculture system
• AHCWHS101 Work safely

Elective Units

• AHCPER212 Use and maintain garden hand tools and equipment
• AHCORG101 Support organic production
• AHCWRK101 Maintain the workplace

Post-Secondary Pathways Industry

Permaculture and Horticulture industries, including but not limited to: nurseries, garden centres, landscaping.

Higher Education and Training

Certificate II in Permaculture, Certificate II in Horticulture

Prerequisites:
NIL

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Total Hours:
165

Number of Units:
7 Total | Core 4 | Elective 3

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two in Year 11

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

RTO:
Skills Strategies International

RTO Code:
2401

RTO Arrangement:
Auspicing Agreement

Certificate Cost: $150

The training and assessment for this qualification is delivered under a third party arrangement with Skills Strategies International RTO 2401

The UniReady Enabling Program is an alternate entry to university pathway run by Curtin University. CJSC and Curtin University have entered into a partnership that allows us to deliver the UniReady Program to Year 12 students at CJSC.

UniReady Enabling Program completed successfully, it will provide you with a notional ATAR of 70 and English competency.

The UniReady in Schools Program has been approved as an Endorsed Program. This means it will contribute to a student’s WACE.

Students complete four (4) units. Each unit is equivalent to a one semester ATAR/General course. Students will complete two units in Semester One, and two units in Semester Two.

Unit 1 Fundamentals of Academic Writing

In the context of research and writing , this unit orientates students to develop and practice skills for entry level university courses. Students are introduced to and gain opportunities to practice and develop academic and language skills related to planning, researching, structuring, constructing, revising and proofreading academic writing tasks.

Unit 2 Foundations of Communication

Features of spoken, written and online communications are identified, and strategies to enhance effectiveness in learning environments are defined and demonstrated with examples. Communication strategies appropriate for purpose and audience are applied in practical and interactive learning tasks involving interpersonal communications, presentations, negotiation and language skills though individual and group learning practices using various face-to-face and online technologies.

Unit 3 Applying Mathematics

The Applying Mathematics unit is composed of 11 topics, which include: metric measurements displaying and analysing categorical data and continuous data, bivariate analysis, statistics, algebra, linear, quadratic and exponential functions.

Unit 4 Introduction to Health Sciences

The introductions to health sciences unit will provide students with a basic understanding of some of the human anatomy and physiology components of an undergraduate Health Science program. This includes an overview of several of the human body systems. Throughout the unit’s topic, students will be exposed to some basic scientific concepts including: osmosis, diffusion, lever systems, DNA, cell membrane transport and electrical charges as well as familiarisation with some of the basic conventions of academic writing for the health sciences.

Prerequisites:

• For ATAR Pathway students: Mostly C grades in year 11 ATAR courses.
• For General Pathway students: Mostly B grades, and 60% or above in English.

Types of Assessment:
Competency-Based Assessment

Number of Units:
4

WACE Equivalent Units:
Two in Semester One
Two in Semester Two

Delivery Site:
Cyril Jackson Senior Campus

Year(s) of Study:
One year

Certificate Cost:
*$75 per unit

*Please Note: This is a Fee For Service course and must be paid in full prior to commencing.