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CONTENTS NCEA Information 2 UE Information 4 Subject structure 5 How to use this book 6 Visual Art 7 Music 8 Mathematics 10 Science/Biology 12 Science/Chemistry 13 Science/Physics 14 Agriculture 15 History 17 Geography 18 Te Reo 20 Maori Performing Arts 21 PE 22 Health 23 Outdoor 24 English 26 Literacy 28 DST 29 Engineering 30 Graphics 31 Hospitality 32 Digitech/Computing 33 Transition 35 Whare Atawhai 37 1 NCEA National Certificate of Educational Achievement National Certificate of Educational Achievement is the New Zealand Qualifications Authority qualification for Secondary Schools Certificates are available at 3 levels Level One Endorsements Usually gained in Year 11 Awarded when students gain ​80 credits. Needs at least 10 literacy credits and at least 10 numeracy credits. Students studying for NCEA are able to achieve these qualification with endorsements. Merit and Excellence endorsements have been established to encourage students to achieve high quality work and to recognise that achievement when it occurs. Endorsed qualifications provides an academic challenge for students. Each subject offers a range of standards which are worth a number of credits. Most subjects offer about 20 credits which may be gained from ​internal​ and ​external assessments. Level Two Merit Endorsement Usually gained in Year 12 Awarded when students gain ​80 credits 20 of which may be carried over from Level 1 CERTIFICATE 50 credits at Merit or Excellence required at the same level or higher as the certificate being awarded Level Three Excellence Endorsement Usually gained in Year 13 Awarded when students gain ​80 credits 20 of which may be carried over from Level 2 CERTIFICATE 50 credits at Excellence required at the same level or higher as the certificate being awarded SUBJECT 14 credits at Merit and Excellence Minimum 3 internal and 3 external credits Gained in single year SUBJECT 14 credits at Excellence Minimum 3 internal and 3 external credits Gained in single year Other National Certificates There is opportunity to work towards other National Qualifications eg: Tourism, Computing 2 NCEA Tracking UE Tracking achievement is an essential task which each student needs to undertake on a regular basis. Tracking achievement is simply a process of recording the results of internal standards as they are completed. Tracking enables students to know exactly where they are in their progress toward their Level 1, 2 or 3 National Certificate of Educational Achievement. Tracking achievement encourages ownership and can be a powerful motivating factor. Whanau Mentors as well as Deans will track student progress. However, students can also track their progress through their NZQA Login. University Entrance will continue to be the minimum requirement to go to a New Zealand University Scholarship This is a separate exam, it has no credits attached to it and therefore does not help complete an NCEA award, but may help with entry to a university course of study. In the first instance, students must talk with their class teacher and Head of Faculty of that subject. Scholarship does incur a cost to enter the exam. Financial Assistance UE Requirements NCEA Level 3 + Three Subjects 14 credits each in three approved subjects at Level 3 or above + Literacy 10 credits Made up of 5 credits in reading 5 credits in writing at ​Level 2 or above + Numeracy 10 credits Made up of Achievement Standards or 3 Numeracy Unit Standards at ​Level 1 or above Fees for national qualifications will be advised through newsletters and invoices to parents and caregivers. Information will also be given about provisions for financial assistance. 3 UE Information for parents As overflowing universities face shutting out thousands of would­be students, experts are urging parents to brush up on N.C.E.A. strategies to give their children every assistance to get into university. There are eight universities in New Zealand with about 175,000 students and 20,000 staff. Auckland University researchers recently found many children were missing out on university entrance because of unwise N.C.E.A. choices. The researchers said parents needed to do their homework on N.C.E.A so they can guide their children. They have come up with a 10­step plan to help parents understand the complex qualifications system. Find out about N.C.E.A. Learn about internally and externally assessed standards; achievement and unit standards; endorsements and credits. Achievement standards are more likely to lead to university. Start planning your child’s academic future at Year 9. Leaving it until Year 11 may be too late, as many subjects have prerequisites. Find out about the university entry standards for your child’s choice of career and then work backwards when choosing N.C.E.A. subjects. If you child is unsure, keep their options for university open by choosing academic subjects such as English, Maths and Science. Recognise that University Entrance does not guarantee entry into many degree­level tertiary programmes. Encourage your child to do more than the minimum number of credits and do the best they can. This will improve their chances of getting into limited­entry programmes Review their career goals each year to ensure they are enrolled in the correct subjects. Go to parent­teacher evenings and engage with the school. Discuss your child’s aspirations and the subjects and courses they are taking. If you not sure and you want help, please ask your Dean or Mr Watt 4 Subject structure Faculty Level one Level Two Level three The Arts 11 Visual Art 12 Visual Art 13 Visual Art* 11 Music 12 Music 13 Music* 11 Science 12 Chemistry 13 Chemistry* 12 Physics 13 Physics* 12 Biology 13 Biology* Science basic 11 Agriculture 12 Agriculture 13 Agriculture 11 English 12 English / 12 Alternative English 13 English* Level One Literacy 11 Te Reo Māori 12 Te Reo Māori 13 Te Reo Māori* 12 MPA 13 MPA 11 Geography 12 Geography 13 Geography* 11 History 12 History 13 History* 11 Graphics 12 Graphics 13 Graphics* 11 DST 12 DST 13 DST 11 Digitech 12 Digitech 13 Digitech* 11 Computing 12 Computing 13 Computing 11 Engineering 12 Engineering 13 Engineering 11 Hospitality 12 Hospitality 13 Hospitality 11 PE 12 PE 13 PE* 11 Outdoor 12 Outdoor 13 Outdoor 11 Health 12 Health 13 Health* 11 Maths 12 Maths 13 Calculus* 13 Statistics* 11 Numeracy 12 Gateway 13 Gateway 12 STAR 13 STAR 2+3 Science English Te Wharekura Social Science Technology PE Mathematics Transition *UE accredited Courses 5 How to use this book Each subject has a series of tables which outline: ● What the course is called ● The year level of the course ● A brief description of the course ● The Achievement or Unit Standards numbers being offered ● The title of each standard ● The credits each standard is worth ● Whether it is an internally or externally assessed standard ● And whether or not the standard contains literacy or numeracy credits This is a standard from year 13 Biology. The Achievement standard number is 91601. The assessment is asking students to, ​Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with guidance. It is worth 4 credits and is internally assessed. This standard will also give you Numeracy credits and Level one Literacy credits. Vocational pathway graph. This Graph can be used by students to plan their vocation and identify which pathway each course fits into. On the left axis are the five pathways. The bar graphs the credits from the course that fit into each pathway. The darker the course the higher the level. For example this graph shows that there are credits on offer in the Creative industry (yellow) at levels 1, 2 and 3. You can find out more about this and build your own personal graph at http://youthguarantee.net.nz/vocational­pathways/profile­builder/ 6 VISUAL ART 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Art 90914 Visual Arts 1.2 ­ Use drawing methods and skills for recording information using wet and dry media 4 Internal In year 11 Art students will look at how to develop Art ideas in paint and printmaking using the art elements. 90915 Visual Arts 1.3 ­ Use drawing conventions to develop work in more than one field of practice 6 Internal 90916 Visual Arts 1.4 ­ Produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a range of media 12 External 90917 Visual Arts 1.5 ­ Produce a finished work that demonstrates skills appropriate to cultural conventions 4 Internal Year 12 Art 91311 Visual Arts 2.2 ­ Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to painting 4 Internal In Year 12 Art students will further develop their Art skills through a tattoo and street art unit before completing a folio. 91316 Visual Arts 2.3 ­ Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established painting practice 4 Internal 91321 Visual Arts 2.4 ­ Produce a systematic body of work that shows understanding of art making conventions and ideas within painting 12 External 91325 Visual Arts 2.5 ­ Produce a resolved work that demonstrates control of skills appropriate to cultural conventions 4 Internal 91446 Painting 3.2 ­ Use drawing to demonstrate understanding of conventions appropriate to painting 4 Internal Painting 3.3 ­ Systematically clarify ideas using drawing informed by established painting practice 4 Internal Painting 3.4 ­ Produce a systematic body of work that integrates conventions and regenerates ideas within painting practice 14 External Visual Arts 3.5 ­ Produce a resolved work that demonstrates purposeful control of skills appropriate to a visual arts cultural context 4 Internal Year 13 Art Year 13 Art students 91451 will develop an independent course of study based on their 91456 area of interest. 91460 Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy 7 Music 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Music 91091 Music 1.2 ­ Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group 4 Internal 91092 Music 1.3 ­ Compose two original pieces of music 6 Internal 91093 Music 1.4 ­ Demonstrate aural and theoretical skills through transcription 4 External 91094 Music 1.5 ­ Demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores 4 External L1 Lit 91095 Music 1.6 ­ Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts 6 Internal L1 Lit 91090 Music 1.1 ­ Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist 6 Internal 91270 Making Music 2.1 ­ Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist 6 Internal 91271 Making Music 2.4 ­ Compose two substantial pieces of music 6 Internal 91274 Making Music 2.2 ­ Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument 3 Internal 91275 Making Music 2.5 ­ Demonstrate aural understanding through written representation 4 External 91276 Music Studies 2.6 ­ Demonstrate knowledge of conventions in a range of music scores 4 External L1 Lit 91277 Music Studies 2.7 ­ Demonstrate understanding of two substantial and contrasting music works 6 External L1 Lit 91278 Music Studies 2.9 ­ Investigate an aspect of New Zealand music 4 Internal L1 Lit 91272 Making Music 2.3 ­ Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group 4 Internal 91273 Music Studies 2.8 ­ Devise an instrumentation for an ensemble 4 Internal 91416 Making Music 3.1 ­ Perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist 8 Internal 91417 Making Music 3.2 ­ Perform a programme of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument 4 Internal 91418 Making Music 3.3 ­ Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing two substantial pieces of music as a member of a group 4 Internal 91419 Making Music 3.4 ­ Communicate musical intention by composing three original pieces of music 8 Internal 91422 Music Studies 3.7 ­ Analyse a substantial music work 4 Internal L1 Lit 91423 Music Studies 3.8 ­ Examine the influence of context on a substantial music work 4 External L1 Lit 91425 Music Studies 3.10 ­ Research a music topic 6 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit Year 11 Music introduces students to Music theory and performance. We offer a range of practical and theory assessments and will tailor the course to best suit individual needs. Year 12 Music Year 12 Music builds on the knowledge learned in year 11. We offer a range of practical and theory assessments and will tailor the course to best suit individual needs. Year 13 Music Year 13 Music gives students a range range of standards that will improve their knowledge and prepare them for the students chosen vocational pathway. Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy 8 Vocational Pathway Careers The Visual Arts are strongly weighted to the creative industry pathway. You will need this if you want to go to study Art or Graphic design at tertiary level. It is also very useful if you wish to pursue a career in architecture and/or fashion design. Designer, including graphic, animation, and CGI, computer gaming, architecture, costume, stage and set, lighting and sound, advertising and branding, industrial, interior, and fashion, visual artist, sculptor, musician, event co­ordinator, arts business manager , arts leader, cultural advisor, teacher. Visual Arts Pathway Graph Vocational Pathway Careers Music is strongly weighted to the creative industry pathway. You will need this if you want to go to study Music at tertiary level and is a great starting point to a music career. Sound engineer, advertising and branding, musician, event co­ordinator, arts business manager , arts leader, cultural advisor, teacher. Music Pathway Graph 9 Mathematics 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Maths Students will design and complete a course involving standards that reflect their interests and aspirations. Students will aim to achieve 16 to 22 total credits. Year 11 Numeracy A specific selection of internal standards that assess the knowledge and skills needed to apply mathematics to everyday life, learning and work. Students will gain 10 to 14 total credits. 91026 Mathematics and Statistics 1.1 ­ Apply numeric reasoning in solving problems 4 Internal Num 91027 Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 ­ Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems 4 External Num 91028 Mathematics and Statistics 1.3 ­ Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs 4 External Num 91029 Mathematics and Statistics 1.4 ­ Apply linear algebra in solving problems 3 Internal Num 91030 Mathematics and Statistics 1.5 ­ Apply measurement in solving problems 3 Internal Num 91032 Mathematics and Statistics 1.7 ­ Apply right­angled triangles in solving measurement problems 3 Internal Num 91035 Mathematics and Statistics 1.10 ­ Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91036 Mathematics and Statistics 1.11 ­ Investigate bivariate numerical data using the statistical enquiry cycle 3 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91037 Mathematics and Statistics 1.12 ­ Demonstrate understanding of chance and data 4 External Num 91038 Mathematics and Statistics 1.13 ­ Investigate a situation involving elements of chance 3 Internal Num, L1 LiT 91256 Mathematics and Statistics 2.1 ­ Apply co­ordinate geometry methods in solving problems 2 Internal Num 91257 Mathematics and Statistics 2.2 ­ Apply graphical methods in solving problems 4 Internal Num 91258 Mathematics and Statistics 2.3 ­ Apply sequences and series in solving problems 2 Internal Num 91259 Mathematics and Statistics 2.4 ­ Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems 3 Internal Num 91261 Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 ­ Apply algebraic methods in solving problems 4 External Num 91262 Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 ­ Apply calculus methods in solving problems 5 External Num 91263 Mathematics and Statistics 2.8 ­ Design a questionnaire 3 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91264 Mathematics and Statistics 2.9 ­ Use statistical methods to make an inference 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91265 Mathematics and Statistics 2.10 ­ Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using statistical methods 3 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91266 Mathematics and Statistics 2.11 ­ Evaluate a statistically based report 2 Internal Num, L1 Lit, R Lit 91267 Mathematics and Statistics 2.12 ­ Apply probability methods in solving problems 4 External Num, L1 Lit 91268 Mathematics and Statistics 2.13 ­ Investigate a situation involving elements of chance using a simulation 2 Internal Num, L1 Lit Year 12 Maths Students will design and complete a course involving standards that reflect their interests and aspirations. Students will aim to achieve 16 to 22 total credits. Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy 10 Year 13 Calculus 91573 Mathematics and Statistics 3.1 ­ Apply the geometry of conic sections in solving problems 3 Internal Num Calculus is “pure” mathematics. It is elegant, and neat, and you get right answers. It is used for solving complex problems that regular mathematics cannot complete. Strong algebraic skills are required in calculus. Students will aim to achieve 16 to 22 total credits. 91574 Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 ­ Apply linear programming methods in solving problems 3 internal Num 91575 Mathematics and Statistics 3.3 ­ Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems 4 internal Num 91576 Mathematics and Statistics 3.4 ­ Use critical path analysis in solving problems 2 Internal Num 91577 Mathematics and Statistics 3.5 ­ Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems 5 External Num 91578 Mathematics and Statistics 3.6 ­ Apply differentiation methods in solving problems 6 External Num 91579 Mathematics and Statistics 3.7 ­ Apply integration methods in solving problems 6 External Num 91587 Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 ­ Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems 3 Internal Num Year 13 Statistics 91574 Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 ­ Apply linear programming methods in solving problems 3 Internal Num Statistics relates to life. Often the answers aren’t clear, so interpretation and thinking are important. Writing the reports and expressing yourself on paper helps develop your critical thinking skills and communication skills. Students will aim to achieve 16 to 22 total credits. 91580 Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 ­ Investigate time series data 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91581 Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 ­ Investigate bivariate measurement data 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91582 Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 ­ Use statistical methods to make a formal inference 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91583 Mathematics and Statistics 3.11 ­ Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using experimental design principles 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91584 Mathematics and Statistics 3.12 ­ Evaluate statistically based reports 4 External Num, L1 Lit, W Lit 91585 Mathematics and Statistics 3.13 ­ Apply probability concepts in solving problems 4 External Num 91587 Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 ­ Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems 3 Internal Num Vocational Pathway Careers There are mathematical aspects to every type of vocation imaginable. We individualise our courses so that you can choose specific standards from among the different topics of mathematics (number, algebra, statistics, probability, geometry & measurement) that will suit your chosen vocation. Engineer (mechanical, civil, electrical, chemical, software, nuclear, etc), architect, scientist (biologist, chemist, physicist) sociologist, analyst, actuary, economist, pharmacist, geologist, psychologist, animator, stock broker, cryptanalyst, geology, management, marketing, law, medicine, forensics, sociology, operations research, education, geography, computer scientist, journalism, construction industry, budget analysis, climatologist,… Pathway Graph 11 Biology 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Science 90930 Chemistry 1.1 ­ Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction 4 Internal Num Level One Science involves studying acids and bases, genetics, mechanics, solar power, forest ecosystems and reaction rates. A thought provoking course which will prepare students for Level Two Biology, Physics and Chemistry. 90940 Science 1.1 ­ Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics 4 External Num 90941 Science 1.2 ­ Investigate implications of electricity and magnetism for everyday life 4 Internal Num 90944 Science 1.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases 4 External 90948 Science 1.9 ­ Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation 4 External L1 Lit 90951 Science 1.12 ­ Investigate the biological impact of an event on a New Zealand ecosystem 4 Internal Year 12 Biology 91153 Biology 2.1 ­ Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision 4 Internal Num Students will investigate topics such as cell biology, ecology, animal adaptations, genetics and variation, and complete a practical investigation. This is a well­rounded course preparing students for Level 3 Biology. 91155 Biology 2.3 ­ Demonstrate understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life 3 Internal L1 Lit 91156 Biology 2.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of life processes at the cellular level 4 External L1 Lit 91157 Biology 2.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change 4 External L1 Lit 91158 Biology 2.6 ­ Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision 4 Internal L1 Lit 91160 Biology 2.8 ­ Investigate biological material at the microscopic level 3 Internal 91159 Biology 2.7 ­ Demonstrate understanding of gene expression 4 External L1 Lit Year 13 Biology 91601 Biology 3.1 ­ Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with guidance 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91602 Biology 3.2 ­ Integrate biological knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio­scientific issue 3 Internal L1 Lit, B Lit 91604 Biology 3.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of how an animal maintains a stable internal environment 3 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91605 Biology 3.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of evolutionary processes leading to speciation 4 External L1 Lit, B Lit 91607 Biology 3.7 ­ Demonstrate understanding of human manipulations of genetic transfer and its biological implications 3 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91606 Biology 3.6 ­ Demonstrate understanding of trends in human evolution 4 External L1 Lit, B Lit A broad course preparing students for university level Biology study. Topics include: Practical investigation, Socio­Scientific issue research, homeostasis, biotechnology, evolution and human evolution. Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy 12 Chemistry 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy Year 11 Science 90930 Chemistry 1.1 ­ Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction 4 Internal Num Level One Science involves studying acids and bases, genetics, mechanics, solar power, forest ecosystems and reaction rates. A thought provoking course which will prepare students for Level Two Biology, Physics and Chemistry. 90940 Science 1.1 ­ Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics 4 External Num 90941 Science 1.2 ­ Investigate implications of electricity and magnetism for everyday life 4 Internal Num 90944 Science 1.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases 4 External 90948 Science 1.9 ­ Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation 4 External L1 Lit 90951 Science 1.12 ­ Investigate the biological impact of an event on a New Zealand ecosystem 4 Internal 91161 Chemistry 2.1 ­ Carry out quantitative analysis 4 Internal Num 91162 Chemistry 2.2 ­ Carry out procedures to identify ions present in solution 3 internal 91164 Chemistry 2.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes 5 External L1 Lit 91165 Chemistry 2.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds 4 External L1 Lit 91167 Chemistry 2.7 ­ Demonstrate understanding of oxidation­reduction 3 internal Year 13 Chemistry 91389 Chemistry 3.3 ­ Demonstrate understanding of chemical processes in the world around us 3 internal L1 Lit, B Lit 91387 Chemistry 3.1 ­ Carry out an investigation in chemistry involving quantitative analysis 4 internal Num, L1 Lit, W Lit 91388 Chemistry 3.2 ­ Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry 3 internal 91390 Chemistry 3.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the properties of particles and substances 5 External L1 Lit 91391 Chemistry 3.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds 5 External L1 Lit 91393 Chemistry 3.7 ­ Demonstrate understanding of oxidation­reduction processes 3 internal L1 Lit Year 12 Chemistry Chemistry students will need to demonstrate both theoretical understanding and practical ability. Topics covered: organic chemistry, structure and bonding, quantitative chemistry, ions in solution and redox. Emphasis on theoretical and practical chemistry. Focusing on reduction­ oxidation, practical research, thermochemistry and organic chemistry. 13 Physics 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy Year 11 Science 90930 Chemistry 1.1 ­ Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction 4 Internal Num Level One Science involves studying acids and bases, genetics, mechanics, solar power, forest ecosystems and reaction rates. A thought provoking course which will prepare students for Level Two Biology, Physics and Chemistry. 90940 Science 1.1 ­ Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics 4 External Num 90941 Science 1.2 ­ Investigate implications of electricity and magnetism for everyday life 4 Internal Num 90944 Science 1.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases 4 External 90948 Science 1.9 ­ Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation 4 External L1 Lit 90951 Science 1.12 ­ Investigate the biological impact of an event on a New Zealand ecosystem 4 Internal Year 12 Physics 91168 Physics 2.1 ­ Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non­linear mathematical relationship 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit Topics covered: motion, energy, forces, electricity, electromagnetism. Carry out investigations and learn about nuclear physics. Essential for level 3 Physics, but also helpful for those taking up a trade. 91169 Physics 2.2 ­ Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context 3 Internal L1 Lit 91171 Physics 2.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of mechanics 6 External Num, L1 Lit 91172 Physics 2.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics 3 Internal L1 Lit 91173 Physics 2.6 ­ Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism 6 External Num, L1 Lit Year 13 Physics 91521 Physics 3.1 ­ Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non­linear relationship 4 Internal L1 Lit Students study similar topics to Level Two. This is a common prerequisite for university study in technology, engineering and health sciences. 91522 Physics 3.2 ­ Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context 3 Internal L1 Lit 91523 Physics 3.3 ­ Demonstrate understanding of wave systems 4 External L1 Lit 91524 Physics 3.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems 6 External L1 Lit 91525 Physics 3.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics 3 Internal L1 Lit 91526 Physics 3.6 ­ Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems 6 External L1 Lit 14 Agriculture 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Agriculture 4 Maintain hand tools and service small engines used in horticulture 5 Internal A Unit Standards course with both practical and theoretical components. Students learn about plant propagation, health and safety, motorbike safety, and tool maintenance. 561 Install, dismantle, and store temporary electric fences 2 Internal 2803 Maintain a documented work record of horticultural activities 5 Internal 19145 Describe hydration, nutrition, and sleep in relation to physical well­being of agriculture workers 4 Internal 23781 Grow and pot up plants from stem cuttings 5 Internal 23783 Grow and maintain plants in containers from seed 5 Internal 24555 Demonstrate knowledge of the safe operation of a motorcycle 3 Internal 31 Connect up, and perform repairs and maintenance on an on­farm water supply system 2 Internal 19044 Demonstrate knowledge of the legal requirements and hazards associated with tractor use 3 Internal 19138 Monitor and interpret weather information 4 Internal 21554 Demonstrate knowledge of safety with agrichemicals 3 Internal 23540 Demonstrate knowledge of hazards, hazard control, and the consequences of injury in a rural workplace 5 Internal 24557 Demonstrate knowledge of the safe operation of a quad bike 3 Internal 24832 Open and draw out a coil of wire, tie knots, join wire, and prepare wire for transport and storage 5 Internal 24833 Identify and maintain fencing tools and equipment, and identify fencing construction materials and wire types 3 Internal Year 13 Agriculture 18 Demonstrate knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology 4 Internal A Unit Standards course covering a range of different agricultural skill and knowledge areas. Theory assessed, backed up with practical experiences where possible. Topics covered include: Health and safety, pasture management, animal physiology and weed management. 23542 Identify factors, and describe how to manage factors, that contribute to injury in a rural workplace 4 Internal 24628 Describe pasture supply and demand, feeds, and grazing systems 7 Internal 24837 Describe non­electric fence types and components 3 Internal 27210 Identify and describe weeds, and methods of prevention and control 6 Internal Year 12 Agriculture A Unit Standards course providing hands­on, practical activities with theory to back up practical learning. The course covers: maintenance of small engines,livestock behaviour and animal welfare, agri­ chemicals, Tractors, ATV’s, and Chainsaws Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy 15 Vocational Pathway Careers Biology Pathway Graph Science subjects fall into many of the vocational pathways. You will need all or some of these subjects if you want to study Health Sciences, Engineering, Surveying, or Veterinary Sciences at the tertiary level. Unit Standards Agricultural courses can prepare you for further study in Agriculture or for the work force. Biochemist, Marine Biologist, Veterinarian, Zookeeper, Medical Doctor, Dietician, Beekeeper, Dairy Farmer, Groundsperson, Electrical Engineer, Winemaker, Gas Fitter, Surveyor, Air Force Pilot, Game Developer, Lighting technician, Quarantine officer Chemistry Pathway Graph Physics Pathway Graph Agriculture Pathway Graph 16 History 2017 Standard Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy Year 11 History 91001 History 1.1 ­ Carry out an investigation of an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders 4 Internal L1 Lit We will be following up on the theme of race relations at least one field trip is planned to witness historical sites... Old favourites like World War 1 and Black Civil Rights in the USA and protest movements in New Zealand will still be explored 91002 History 1.2 ­ Demonstrate understanding of an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders 4 Internal L1 Lit 91003 History 1.3 ­ Interpret sources of an historical event of significance to New Zealanders 4 External L1 Lit 91004 91005 91006 History 1.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of different perspectives of people in an historical event of significance to New Zealanders History 1.5 ­ Describe the causes and consequences of an historical event History 1.6 ­ Describe how a significant historical event affected New Zealand society 4 4 4 Internal External External L1 Lit L1 Lit L1 Lit Year 12 History 91229 History 2.1 ­ Carry out an inquiry of an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders 4 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit Year 12 History looks at war and peace in the 19th and 20th centuries with both worldwide and New Zealand settings. 91230 History 2.2 ­ Examine an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders 5 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91231 History 2.3 ­ Examine sources of an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders 4 External L1 Lit, B Lit 91232 History 2.4 ­ Interpret different perspectives of people in an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders 5 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91233 History 2.5 ­ Examine causes and consequences of a significant historical event 5 External L1 Lit, B Lit Year 13 History 91434 History 3.1 ­ Research an historical event or place of significance to New Zealanders, using primary and secondary sources 5 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit The emphasis on film and analysis as part of historical research. Making links with the community and real Heritage organisations in our quest to expose our interesting past. Look at how Europeans have spread around the world and at the changing Maori/Pakeha relationships in New Zealand. 91435 History 3.2 ­ Analyse an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders 5 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91437 History 3.4 ­ Analyse different perspectives of a contested event of significance to New Zealanders 5 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91438 History 3.5 ­ Analyse the causes and consequences of a significant historical event 6 External L1 Lit, B Lit 91436 History 3.3 ­ Analyse evidence relating to an historical event of significance to New Zealand 4 External L1 Lit, B Lit 17 Geography 2017 Standard Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy Year 11 Geography 91011 Geography 1.5 ­ Conduct geographic research, with direction 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit Covers a wide range of topics from Population to Sustainability, from Skills to Research. Students will be able to understand interactions and relationships within natural and cultural environments. 91012 Geography 1.6 ­ Describe aspects of a contemporary New Zealand geographic issue 3 Internal L1 Lit 91013 Geography 1.7 ­ Describe aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale 3 Internal L1 Lit 91008 91010 Geography 1.2 ­ Demonstrate geographic understanding of population concepts Geography 1.4 ­ Apply concepts and basic geographic skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment 4 4 External External L1 Lit Num Year 12 Geography 91241 Geography 2.2 ­ Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern 3 Internal L1 Lit Opportunities are available for a wide range of studies. The Amazon as a large natural environment, urban patterns of selected cities as well as geographic issues which are happening now. Research and field trips within our local area, geographic patterns, processes and skills are also involved. 91243 Geography 2.4 ­ Apply geography concepts and skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment 4 External L1 Lit 91244 Geography 2.5 ­ Conduct geographic research with guidance 5 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91245 91240 91246 Geography 2.6 ­ Explain aspects of a contemporary New Zealand geographic issue Geography 2.1 ­ Demonstrate geographic understanding of a large natural environment Geography 2.7 ­ Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale 3 4 3 Internal External Internal L1 Lit L1 Lit, B Lit L1 Lit Year 13 Geography 91426 Geography 3.1 ­ Demonstrate understanding of how interacting natural processes shape a New Zealand geographic environment 4 External L1 Lit, B Lit Advanced fieldwork skills will be covered while studying natural processes as well as planning and decision making. Cultural processes will be studied at a global scale while current issues can be studied in local and national contexts. During 2015 the research will be on beach and stream processes that operate within the Taranaki Ring Plain. 91429 Geography 3.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of a given environment(s) through selection and application of geographic concepts and skills 4 External L1 Lit, B Lit 91430 Geography 3.5 ­ Conduct geographic research with consultation 5 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91431 91432 Geography 3.6 ­ Analyse aspects of a contemporary geographic issue Geography 3.7 ­ Analyse aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale 3 3 Internal Internal L1 Lit, R Lit L1 Lit 18 Vocational Pathway Careers History Pathway Graph Both History and Geography open the doors to a variety of vocational pathways. History being particularly strong in the Creative industries while Geography is very centered around the Service industry. Teacher, historian, archivist, librarian, policy analyst, tour guide, barrister, Judge, lawyer, editor, journalist, surveyor, regional planner, geologist. Geography Pathway Graph 19 Te Reo Maori 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy Year 11 Te Reo 91087 Te Reo Maori 1.3 ­ Panui kia mohio ki te reo o tona ao 6 External L1 Lit 91088 Te Reo Maori 1.4 ­ Tuhi i te reo o tona ao 6 External L1 Lit 91085 Te Reo Maori 1.1 ­ Whakarongo kia mohio ki te reo 6 o tona ao Internal L1 Lit 91086 Te Reo Maori 1.2 ­ Korero kia whakamahi i te reo o 6 tona ao Internal L1 Lit 91089 Te Reo Maori 1.5 ­ Waihanga tuhinga i te reo o tona ao 6 Internal L1 Lit 91284 Te Reo Maori 2.1 ­ Whakarongo kia mohio ki te reo 4 o te ao torotoro Internal L1 Lit 91285 Te Reo Maori 2.2 ­ Korero kia whakamahi i te reo o 6 te ao torotoro Internal L1 Lit 91286 Te Reo Maori 2.3 ­ Panui kia mohio ki te reo o te ao torotoro 6 External L1 Lit, R Lit 91287 Te Reo Maori 2.4 ­ Tuhi i te reo o te ao torotoro 6 External L1 Lit, W Lit 91288 Te Reo Maori 2.5 ­ Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro 6 Internal L1 Lit, W Lit Year 13 Te Reo 91650 Te Reo Maori 3.1 ­ Whakarongo kia mohio ki te reo 4 Maori o te ao whanui Internal L1 Lit Year 13 students will develop an independent course based on Te ao whanui. 91651 Te Reo Maori 3.2 ­ Korero kia whakamahi i te reo Maori o te ao whanui 6 Internal L1 Lit 91654 Te Reo Maori 3.5 ­ Waihanga tuhinga whai take i te reo Maori o te ao whanui 6 Internal L1 Lit, W Lit 91652 Te Reo Maori 3.3 ­ Panui kia mohio ki te reo Maori o te ao whanui 6 External L1 Lit, R Lit 91653 Te Reo Maori 3.4 ­ Tuhi i te reo Maori o te ao whanui 6 External L1 Lit, W Lit This assessment activity consists of three parts Whakarongo, Korero and Waihanga Tuhi this requires students to provide evidence that they can understand Māori in familiar contexts Year 12 Te Reo This assessments consists of three parts. Whakarongo, Korero, Waihanga Tuhi. Students will do three portfolios for each strand that is offered to them at this level. Vocational Pathway Careers Te Reo has strong pathways across a range of Vocational Pathways and is valued in a wide range of sectors. Radio presenter, TV presenter, translator, teacher, curator, journalist, editor, policy analyst, health promoter, tour guide, flight attendant, tourism, fishery officer, judge, lawyer. Pathway Graph 20 Maori Performing Arts 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Assessment Year 11/12 MPA 13359 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of moteatea 6 Internal 13363 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of waiata­a­ringa 6 Internal 13367 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of poi 7 Internal 13371 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of haka 6 Internal 15019 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of whakaraka 3 Internal 27698 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of haka wahine 6 Internal Year 13 MPA 22756 Perform a Maori performing arts bracket 10 Internal Students will research the History of Maori Performing Arts and Perform a bracket. 22757 Demonstrate knowledge of influencing factors in the historical development of Maori performing arts 6 Internal Students will demonstrate their knowledge and skills for Maori Performing Arts​. Literacy/ Numeracy Vocational Pathway Careers Aligned to the Creative and Service Vocational pathways, Maori Performing Arts offers a lot of opportunities for those who like to perform. Teacher, teacher aide, kaiwhakaaro maori, radio presenter, TV presenter, lighting and sound engineer, musician, dancer, kapa haka tutor, media producer, film and television production. Pathway Graph 21 Physical Education 2017 Course Standard Year 11 PE 90962 Physical Education 1.1 ­ Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence own participation 5 Internal This course is a mix of practical and theory. Topics include Anatomy and Physiology, Biomechanics, Skill Learning and Participation. Compulsory for Year 12 & 13 PE. 90963 Physical Education 1.2 ­ Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity 5 Internal L1 Lit 90964 Physical Education 1.3 ­ Demonstrate quality movement in the performance of a physical activity 3 Internal 90967 Physical Education 1.6 ­ Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe the outcomes 3 Internal L1 Lit Year 12 PE 91328 Physical Education 2.2 ­ Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills 5 Internal L1 Lit 91329 Physical Education 2.3 ­ Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity 4 Internal L1 Lit 91330 Physical Education 2.4 ­ Perform a physical activity in an applied setting 4 Internal 91332 Physical Education 2.6 ­ Evaluate leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group 4 Internal L1 Lit 91498 Physical Education 3.1 ­ Evaluate physical activity experiences to devise strategies for lifelong well­being 4 Internal Num, L1 Lit 91499 Physical Education 3.2 ­ Analyse a physical skill performed by self or others 3 Internal L1 Lit 91501 Physical Education 3.4 ­ Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting 4 Internal Num 91502 Physical Education 3.5 ­ Examine a current physical activity event, trend, or issue and its impact on New Zealand society 4 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91789 Physical Education 3.9 ­ Devise strategies for a physical activity outcome 4 Internal This course is continuation from Level 1 PE with a mix of practical and theory. Topics include Anatomy and Physiology, Biomechanics, and Leadership.This course includes a Tough Guy/Girl Challenge. Compulsory for Year 13 PE. Year 13 PE This course is continuation form Level 2 PE with a mix of practical and theory. Topics include Performance, Skill Analysis, and Training Programmes to develop skills. This course includes a Tough Guy/Girl Challenge. Students must​ have taken Level 2 PE. Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy 22 Health 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy Year 11 Health 90971 Health 1.1 ­ Take action to enhance an aspect of personal well­being 3 Internal L1 Lit This course looks at a range of health issues faced by Young people. Topics include Relationships, Well­Being, Sexuality and Healthy decision making. 90973 Health 1.4 ­ Demonstrate understanding of interpersonal skills used to enhance relationships 5 Internal L1 Lit 90974 Health 1.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of strategies for promoting positive sexuality 4 Internal L1 Lit 90975 Health 1.6 ­ Demonstrate understanding of issues to make health­enhancing decisions in drug­related situations 4 Internal L1 Lit 91097 Health 1.3 ­ Demonstrate understanding of ways in which well­being can change and strategies to support well­being 4 Internal L1 Lit Year 12 Health 91235 Health 2.1 ­ Analyse an adolescent health issue 5 Internal L1 Lit Students who take this course will look at issues in more depth and how to manage those issues. Topics may include Young Health Issues, Managing Change, Personal Safety and Sexuality. 91236 Health 2.2 ­ Evaluate factors that influence people's ability to manage change 5 Internal L1 Lit 91237 Health 2.3 ­ Take action to enhance an aspect of people's well­being within the school or wider community 5 Internal L1 Lit 91239 Health 2.5 ­ Analyse issues related to sexuality and gender to develop strategies for addressing the issues 5 Internal L1 Lit Year 13 Health 91461 Health 3.1 ­ Analyse a New Zealand health issue 5 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit This course will look at issues both here in New Zealand and around the World. Students will evaluate Health Promotion models and practices. Students can potentially gain UE Literacy through Health. 91462 Health 3.2 ­ Analyse an international health issue 5 Internal L1 Lit, B Lit 91463 Health 3.3 ­ Evaluate health practices currently used in New Zealand 5 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 91464 Health 3.4 ­ Analyse a contemporary ethical issue in relation to well­being 4 Internal L1 Lit, R Lit 23 Outdoor 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy Year 11 Outdoor 448 Experience a caving trip 1 Internal 505 Manage personal physical fitness with guidance 3 Internal 20137 Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain 1 Internal 20152 Experience and complete abseiling sessions 1 Internal 20210 Experience rock climbing 1 Internal 20818 Demonstrate kayaking skills on sheltered or slow­moving water 2 Internal 90962 Physical Education 1.1 ­ Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence own participation 5 Internal 90964 Physical Education 1.3 ­ Demonstrate quality movement in the performance of a physical activity 3 Internal 90968 Physical Education 1.7 ­ Demonstrate, and show understanding of, responsible behaviour for safety during outdoor education activities 3 Internal L1 Lit Year 12 Outdoor 425 Experience day tramps 3 Internal 426 Experience camping 3 Internal Students will experience a wide range of activities. It is a Unit Standard based course. Topics may include Mountain Biking, Personal Fitness, Rock Climbing and Performance in an Event. ​There is a COMPULSORY Topec Trip. 457 Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 2 Internal 459 Complete a cycle tour 3 Internal 485 Demonstrate rafting skills on sheltered or slow­moving water 3 Internal 21794 Demonstrate, instruct, and monitor static stretching 3 Internal 91330 Physical Education 2.4 ­ Perform a physical activity in an applied setting 4 Internal Year 13 Outdoor 6896 Demonstrate knowledge of recreation 3 Internal 20135 Plan for, participate in and evaluate a self­sufficient cycle tour 10 Internal 22768 Conduct and review a beginner level coaching session 6 Internal 26249 Demonstrate bush­walking knowledge and skills 5 Internal 91501 Physical Education 3.4 ­ Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting 4 Internal Num This course is a mix of outdoor experiences and fitness activities. It is a Unit Standard based course. Topics may include Mountain Biking, Personal Fitness and Rock Climbing. Students will experience a wide range of recreational activities some of which the students will plan. It is a Unit Standard based course. Topics may include Mountain Biking Trip, Personal Fitness, Rock Climbing and Performance in an Event. 24 Outdoor Pathway Graph PE Pathway Graph Health Pathway Graph Careers PE Teacher, Physiotherapist, Sportsperson, Navy, Army. Health Care Worker, Health Teacher, Outdoors instructor, Coach. 25 English 2017 Course Standard Year 11 English 90052 English 1.4 ­ Produce creative writing 3 Internal L1 Lit 90053 English 1.5 ­ Produce formal writing 3 Internal L1 Lit English 1.1 ­ Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), using supporting evidence 4 External L1 Lit English 1.2 ­ Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), using supporting evidence 4 External L1 Lit English 1.3 ­ Show understanding of significant aspects of unfamiliar written text(s) through close reading, using supporting evidence 4 External L1 Lit 90853 English 1.9 ­ Use information literacy skills to form conclusion(s) 4 Internal L1 Lit 90854 English 1.10 ­ Form personal responses to independently read texts, supported by evidence 4 Internal L1 Lit 90855 English 1.7 ­ Create a visual text 3 Internal L1 Lit 90857 English 1.6 ­ Construct and deliver an oral text 3 Internal L1 Lit 2989 Select, read, and assess texts to gain knowledge 3 Internal 3488 Write business correspondence for a workplace 3 Internal 3492 Write a short report 3 Internal 25073 Read texts to recognise differing points of view on a topic 3 Internal 91103 English 2.6 ­ Create a crafted and controlled visual and verbal text 3 Internal In Year 11 English the 90849 focus is on students gaining Level 1 Literacy through reading, writing, 90850 speaking, viewing and presenting achievement standards. There are 90851 internal and external assessments. Year 12 Alternative English This course is geared for students who want to do English but not academic English geared towards UE Lit. This meaningful, practical syllabus offers achievable unit standards, which include writing business correspondence and writing a short report. Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy Year 12 English This academic course is for students wanting Level 2 University Entrance Literacy. Portfolio Writing, Wide Reading, Research, Static Image and Oral Text are the internals, with Film Study, Novel Study and Unfamiliar Written Texts offered as externals, of which students must sit one. 3492 Write a short report 3 Internal 25073 Read texts to recognise differing points of view on a topic 3 Internal 91101 English 2.4 ­ Produce a selection of crafted and controlled writing 6 Internal UE Lit W 91102 English 2.5 ­ Construct and deliver a crafted and controlled oral text 3 Internal 91103 English 2.6 ­ Create a crafted and controlled visual and verbal text 3 Internal 91104 English 2.7 ­ Analyse significant connections across texts, supported by evidence 4 Internal 91105 English 2.8 ­ Use information literacy skills to form developed conclusion(s) 4 Internal UE Lit R 91106 English 2.9 ­ Form developed personal responses 4 Internal UE Lit R 26 to independently read texts, supported by evidence 91098 English 2.1 ­ Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence 4 External UE Lit W, R 91099 English 2.2 ­ Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence 4 External UE Lit W 91100 English 2.3 ­ Analyse significant aspects of unfamiliar written text(s) through close reading, supported by evidence 4 External UE Lit R, W 91475 English 3.4 ­ Produce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops, sustains, and structures ideas 6 Internal L3 Lit W 91476 English 3.5 ­ Create and deliver a fluent and coherent oral text which develops, sustains, and structures ideas 3 Internal 91478 English 3.7 ­ Respond critically to significant connections across texts, supported by evidence 4 Internal 91480 English 3.9 ­ Respond critically to significant aspects of visual and/or oral text(s) through close reading, supported by evidence 3 Internal 91479 English 3.8 ­ Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts 4 Internal L3 Lit R 91472 English 3.1 ­ Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied written text(s), supported by evidence 4 External L3 Lit R, W 91473 English 3.2 ­ Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence 4 External L3 Lit W 91474 English 3.3 ­ Respond critically to significant aspects of unfamiliar written texts through close reading, supported by evidence 4 External L3 Lit R, W Year 13 English The focus is on skills in making and creating meaning, through a range of texts in written, visual and oral forms. At level 3 skills reflect the sophistication of the text and audience through critical response. 27 Literacy 2017 Course Standard Credits Year 11 Literacy 26622 Write to communicate ideas for a purpose and audience 4 Internal L1 Lit This course is designed for students who would find a full Level 1 English achievement standards course challenging. It is paced to provide students with maximum support to gain Literacy at Level 1. 3503 2 Internal 10792 Write formal personal correspondence 3 Internal 26624 Read texts with understanding 3 Internal L1 Lit 26625 Actively participate in spoken interactions 3 Internal L1 Lit Participate and communicate in a team or group to complete a routine task Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy Vocational Pathway Careers Creative Industries Pathway Service Industries Pathway Social and Community Services Pathway Actor, Advertising specialist, Author, Barrister, Copywriter, Director, Entertainer, Events manager, Foreign policy officer, Journalist, Judge, Legal executive, Librarian, Marketing manager, Media producer, Psychologist, Secretary, Solicitor, Teacher, Television presenter, Trainer. English Pathway Graph Literacy / Alternative English Pathway Graph 28 DST 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy Year 11 DST 24352 Demonstrate knowledge of and apply safe working practices in the construction of a BCATS project 2 Internal 24355 Demonstrate knowledge of construction and manufacturing materials used in BCATS projects 4 Internal 24356 Apply elementary workshop procedures and processes for BCATS projects 8 Internal 25919 25920 Use hardware and fastenings for a BCATS project Use joints for a BCATS project 2 3 Internal Internal Year 12 DST 12927 Identify, select, maintain, and use hand tools for BCATS projects 6 Internal This course is design to build on the level one knowledge. The students are encouraged to selected their own project within the set context This is a B.C.I.T.O approved Unit Standard programme. 12932 Construct timber garden furniture and items of basic construction equipment as a BCATS project 8 Internal 24350 Identify, select, maintain, and use portable power tools for BCATS projects 6 Internal 24354 24358 Demonstrate knowledge of and apply safe working practices in a BCATS workplace Plan and monitor the construction of a BCATS project, and quality check the product 4 2 Internal Internal Year 13 DST 12997 Demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices on construction sites 3 Internal 12998 Demonstrate knowledge of carpentry hand tools 4 Internal 12999 Demonstrate knowledge of timber machining equipment used on construction sites 3 Internal 13000 Demonstrate knowledge of portable power tools used on 4 Internal 13002 Demonstrate knowledge of timber used in construction 2 Internal 24378 Perform building calculations 4 Internal 91608 Generic Technology 3.1 ­ Undertake brief development to address an issue within a determined context 4 Internal L1 Lit 91609 Generic Technology 3.2 ­ Undertake project management to support technological practice 4 Internal L1 Lit 91610 Generic Technology 3.3 ­ Develop a conceptual design considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense 6 Internal L1 Lit 91611 Generic Technology 3.4 ­ Develop a prototype considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense 6 Internal L1 Lit 91612 Generic Technology 3.5 ­ Demonstrate understanding of how technological modelling supports technological development and implementation 4 External L1 Lit, W Lit This is a course that’s credits based around the completion of a practical project supported by assessments. Students will learn how to select and use tools to measure, cut, form and shape timber and steel for a specific outcome. This is a B.C.I.T.O approved Unit Standard programme At level 3 students are working through the first six Unit Standards of a Building Apprenticeship. Students choosing to do this U.S. level 3 programme will also be required to be part of the “Core Construction” Whole Day class and one workshop component as the major practicable aspect to the year. This is to support the readings and assessments done during the year. construction sites 29 Engineering 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Engineering 4433 22923 This is a very practical course. Students will learn to select and 22924 use a range of engineering hand and machine tools and do 22926 basic Arc and MIG welding. Students make a vice then design and make a second project. Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy Select, use, and care for simple measuring devices used in engineering 2 Internal Demonstrate basic engineering workshop skills under close supervision 12 Internal Develop a simple product using engineering materials 10 Internal Demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures in a specific engineering workshop 2 Internal Year 12 Engineering 2387 Assemble mechanical components under supervision 2 Internal This course will build on the skills and knowledge learnt in year 11. More complex skills will be learnt like screw cutting TIG and gas welding. Students will make an engineer’s vice. 2396 Select, use and maintain portable handheld engineering power tools 4 Internal 4435 Select, use, and care for engineering dimensional measuring equipment 3 Internal 4436 21907 21909 20917 2395 2432 Select, use, and care for engineering marking­out Equipment Demonstrate and apply knowledge of safe welding procedures under supervision Demonstrate knowledge of fasteners used in mechanical engineering Demonstrate basic knowledge of engineering materials Select, use, and care for, engineering hand tools Manually construct plane geometric shapes for engineering 4 3 1 2 4 3 Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal Year 13 Engineering 20799 Demonstrate knowledge of common engineering metals 4 Internal Students learn about material properties, selection and processes. They combine this knowledge with skills learnt in Y11 and 12 to design and make a motor bike frame and swingarm. A kit set of motor bike parts is fitted to it to make a running motor bike. 91620 Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.20 ­ Implement complex procedures to integrate parts using resistant materials to make a specified product 6 Internal 91624 Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.24 ­ Demonstrate understanding of a structural system 3 Internal L1 Lit 91625 Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.25 ­ Demonstrate understanding of a complex machine 3 Internal L1 Lit 30 Graphics 2017 Course Standard Credits Form of Assessment Literacy/ Numeracy Year 11 Graphics 91063 Design and Visual Communication 1.30 ­ Produce freehand sketches that communicate design ideas 3 External This course is based around visual communication through a variety of design and drawing tasks. Visual communication will range from freehand sketches of ideas to technical drawings and models of solutions, including basic computer drawing. Design briefs will a wide variety of disciplines. 91064 Design and Visual Communication 1.31 ­ Produce instrumental, multi­view orthographic drawings that communicate technical features of design ideas 3 External Num 91065 Design and Visual Communication 1.32 ­ Produce instrumental paraline drawings to communicate design ideas 3 External Num 91066 91067 91068 Design and Visual Communication 1.33 ­ Use rendering techniques to communicate the form of design ideas Design and Visual Communication 1.34 ­ Use the work of an influential designer to inform design ideas Design and Visual Communication 1.35 ­ Undertake development of design ideas through graphics practice 3 Internal Internal 6 Internal Year 12 Graphics 91337 Design and Visual Communication 2.30 ­ Use visual communication techniques to generate design ideas 3 External This course is based around a variety of design and drawing experiences. Visual communication will range from freehand sketches of ideas to technical drawings and models of solutions, including basic computer drawing. 91338 Design and Visual Communication 2.31 ­ Produce working drawings to communicate technical details of a design 4 External 91339 Design and Visual Communication 2.32 ­ Produce instrumental perspective projection drawings to communicate design ideas 3 External 91340 91341 91342 Design and Visual Communication 2.33 ­ Use the characteristics of a design movement or era to inform own design ideas Design and Visual Communication 2.34 ­ Develop a spatial design through graphics practice Design and Visual Communication 2.35 ­ Develop a product design through graphics practice 3 6 Internal Internal Internal L1 Lit 91627 Design and Visual Communication 3.30 ­ Initiate design ideas through exploration 4 External 91628 The work in this course is similar in content to the previous year, although it 91629 delves deeper into the design process while the level of graphics 91630 practice increases. Design and Visual Communication 3.31 ­ Develop a visual presentation that exhibits a design outcome to an audience 6 Internal Design and Visual Communication 3.32 ­ Resolve a spatial design through graphics practice 6 Internal Design and Visual Communication 3.33 ­ Resolve a product design through graphics practice 6 Internal 91631 Design and Visual Communication 3.34 ­ Produce working drawings to communicate production details for a complex design 6 External Year 13 Graphics 3 6 31 Hospitality 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Hospitality 15900 Prepare and present meet in the hospitality industry 4 Internal Students will purchase two workbooks and complete the following learning. Identify career pathways in the hospitality industry. Prepare meat, eggs and cheese,fruit and vegetables, finger food, cakes and scones and sauces and soups. They will also learn how to care, use and carry knives for use in the hospitality industry​. 15901 Prepare and present fruit and vegetables in the hospitality industry 3 Internal 19770 Prepare and present egg and cheese dishes in the hospitality industry 3 Internal 21058 15920 15919 15921 15620 Identify career pathways in the hospitality industry Prepare and present sauce and soup in the hospitality industry Prepare and present hot finger food in the hospitality industry Prepare and cook a cake, a sponge and a batch of scones in the hospitality industry Apply knowledge of hygiene and safety in preparation, serving, and storage of food 2 2 2 3 6 Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal Year 12 Hospitality 13271 13276 Cook food items by frying Cook food items by grilling 2 2 Internal Internal Students will purchase two workbooks and complete the following learning. Cook food by frying, grilling and roasting, learn different vegetable cuts and present basic sandwiches and salads, knife handling and food safety. 13278 Cook food items by roasting 2 Internal 13280 13281 13283 13285 21058 15901 19770 Prepare fruit and vegetable cuts Prepare and present basic sandwiches for service Prepare and present salads for service Handle and maintain knives in a commercial kitchen Identify career pathways in the hospitality industry Prepare and present fruit and vegetables in the hospitality industry Prepare and present egg and cheese dishes in the hospitality industry 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal Year 13 Hospitality 168 Demonstrate knowledge of food contamination hazards, and control methods used in a food business 4 Internal 13282 Prepare, assemble, and present complex sandwiches for service in a commercial kitchen 2 Internal 13293 Prepare and cook basic vegetable dishes in a commercial kitchen 6 Internal 17284 17288 Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production Prepare and present espresso beverages for service 3 5 Internal Internal Students will purchase three small workbooks and complete the following learning. Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production. Prepare and present espresso beverages for service. Demonstrate knowledge of food contamination hazards and control methods in a food business. Credits Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy 32 Digitech / Computing 2017 Course Standard Year 11 Digitech 91044 Construct briefs, design concepts and develop your own digital outcome. At level 1 this is an interactive quiz and a magazine. Form of Literacy/ Assessment Numeracy Generic Technology 1.1 ­ Undertake brief development to address a need or opportunity 4 Internal L1 Lit 91046 Generic Technology 1.3 ­ Use design ideas to produce a conceptual design for an outcome to address a brief 6 Internal 91071 Digital Technologies 1.41 ­ Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital information outcome 4 Internal 91073 Digital Technologies 1.43 ­ Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome 4 Internal Create and use a computer spreadsheet to solve a problem 3 Internal 91354 Generic Technology 2.1 ­ Undertake brief development to address an issue 4 Internal L1 Lit 91356 Generic Technology 2.3 ­ Develop a conceptual design for an outcome 6 Internal 91370 Digital Technologies 2.43 ­ Implement advanced procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome 4 Internal Generic Technology 3.1 ­ Undertake brief development to address an issue within a determined context 4 Internal L1 Lit Generic Technology 3.3 ­ Develop a concept design considering fitness for purpose. 6 Internal L1 Lit Digital Technologies 3.43 ­ Implement complex procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome 4 Internal L1 Lit Year 12 Digitech 2784 Construct briefs, design concepts and develop your own digital outcome. At level 2 this is a website for a business or creating a movie. Credits Year 13 Digitech 91608 Construct briefs, 91610 design concepts and develop your own digital outcome. At 91635 level 3 this is a database driven media design. 101 102 5946 18758 26745 Develop and use keyboarding skills to enter text Consolidate keyboarding skills and produce accurate text based documents Use computer technology to create and deliver a presentation from given content Find information using the Internet Produce still images for a range of digital media 3 3 3 2 3 Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal 111 5940 5946 25662 Use a word processor to produce documents for a business or organisation Produce a presentation using a desktop presentation computer application Use computer technology to create and deliver a presentation from given content Use digital communications technologies 5 3 3 3 Internal Internal Internal Internal Year 13 Computing 112 Produce business or organisational information using word processing functions 5 Internal Learning to use a computer for business use. 2785 Create a computer spreadsheet to provide a solution for organisation use 5 Internal 2789 Produce desktop published documents for organisation use 6 Internal Year 11 Computing Using a computer for business needs eg typing, excel and powerpoint. Year 12 Computing Using a computer for business needs eg Using microsoft word, excel and powerpoint. Making a movie. 33 DST Pathway Graph Engineering Pathway Graph Graphics Pathway Graph Hospitality Pathways graph Computing Pathway Graph Digitech Pathway Graph 34 Transition Info Process Level One Level Two Level Three GATEWAY STAR Year 12 and 13 students are able to gain work experience in a career pathway of their choice, where they have the opportunity to gain workplace related qualifications, whilst attending a workplace one day a fortnight. Students are expected to gain a minimum of 20 credits and must attend at least 10 placement days. High levels of self­management and a positive work ethic are essential. The Secondary Tertiary Alignment Resource (STAR) allows us to provide vocational based programs of learning from other providers. Course and transport cost are covered by the STAR grant 1. Students interested in attending a Gateway or STAR course should attend course selection evening. 2. Here they will receive Gateway and STAR documentation and an application form. 3. At the beginning of Term 4 students ​must​ submit applications to Mr Watt. 4. Students will then be selected after an interview process with their parents as we are only allocated a number of positions and relevant budget. Gateway Star 24 Credits available All internally assessed unit standards 43 Credits available Internally assessed unit standards + Credits from relevant Industry Training Organisations (ITO) Construction 18 credits available Business Studies 23 credits available Early Childhood Education 20 Credits available Travel and Tourism 36 Credits available Retail 28 Credits available 66 Credits available Internally assessed unit standards + Credits from relevant Industry Training Organisations (ITO) Business Studies 31 credits available Early Childhood Education 41 Credits available National Certificate in ECE Travel and Tourism 32 Credits available National Certificate in Tourism Retail 18 Credits available 35 Transition (WITT) Taranaki Trades Academy Through the provision and delivery of trades and technology training programs, students will graduate with NCEA level 2 and a tertiary level qualification concurrently. The following academies are offered through WITT for 2017 Cookery Sport and Fitness Restaurant Service Electrical Automotive Automotive Build a Bach Hairdressing Business and Computing Digital Story Making Beauty­ Make Up Welding and Fabrication We are able to offer other courses if a student(s) have a specific pathway where we are able to source programs from outside providers. 3+2 The purpose of 3+2 is to offer greater choice of curriculum and programmes for learners in the senior secondary school at Level 3. Current mechanisms support dual enrolment across multiple settings so learners can be engaged and enrolled in programmes that offer different combinations of time, setting and activity. We would be looking at have students learning 3 days a week at Opunake High School and 2 days off site learning at WITT. The following table shows the programmes and courses available for 2017. National Certificate in Business and Administration and Technology (L3) Certificate in Fashion Make Up Artistry (L3) National Certificate in Fitness(Exercise consultant) (L3) New Zealand Certificate in Digital Media and Design (L3) NZ Certificate in Computing (Intermediate user) (L3) Certificate in Early Childhood Education (L3) Farming(L3) Watch this space, more info to be provided as it comes to hand 36 Whare Atawhai The purpose of Whare Atawhai is to aid student learning. Students have the opportunity to learn in small group situations or one to one. A variety of experiences can be offered depending on students individual needs. These can range from extra support with literacy to enrichment programmes, examples are indicated below. Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu The Correspondence School Te Kura offer a variety of courses that a school may not have available, are of high interest to the student and/or at a higher or lower level than their same age peers. For entry into Te Kura please see the Principal first. NCEA Support Study Planning Catch up time Special Assessment Condition (SAC) Identification and Support Extension Orientation Students new to the school are buddied with another student and placed in classes according to their individual learning needs. Referral Referral to Whare Atawhai can be made by the teacher or the student based on identified strengths and/or needs. Ongoing Resourcing Scheme (ORS) Ongoing Resourcing Scheme (ORS) funding is used to provide specialist services and support for students with the very highest needs for special education. ​ORS helps students join in and learn alongside other students at school. Any student who meets the ORS criteria is included in the scheme. At Opunake High School ORS funded students have programmes created specifically to meet their individual needs. Students may spend time in Whare Atawhai and also in mainstream classes. 37