Course Information Booklet
Semester 1: 2014
TERTIARY
PREPARATION - TPC
Course Number 29603
This booklet explains the structure of the course. It also describes the units of
study available at Ultimo and what you need to do to complete the course.
TERTIARY
PREPARATION TPC
Useful contacts
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Course Number 29603
Coordinators:
CONTENTS
Course Overview
Is this the right course for you?
Course Structure
What subjects can you study and how
are they grouped?
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University Entrance
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Assessment
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How are students assessed?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
How to apply for exemptions from units
equivalent to those passed in the HSC.
Subject & Unit Descriptions
How to apply for exemptions from units
equivalent to those passed in the HSC.
F. A. Q.
Answers to frequently asked questions..
John Rawson D4.24
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Social Media Coordinator:
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How is this calculated?
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Course Completion
What are the requirements for course completion?
Mel Williams D5.37
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Michael Clarke D5.23
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Head Teachers:
English & TPC
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Trevor Payne D5.18
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Mathematics & Science
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Sue Tickell D8.12
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Humanities
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Anna Petrou D5.23
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The TPC notice-board
Important information regarding the TPC is on the level 5 landing.
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COURSE OVERVIEW
The Tertiary Preparation Certificate IV (TPC) provides an alternative to the NSW Higher School
Certificate (HSC). On completion students may attain matriculation into university, certain TAFE
diploma and degree courses and the forces.
The course is for people who:
• Have left school.
• Think they are too old to go back to school.
• Would like to go to university.
• Aim to do higher-level courses at a TAFE college.
• Would like an alternative way of studying at matriculation level.
The course is delivered in a way that develops sound basic academic skills but also provides
appropriate background knowledge. The emphasis is on fostering individual learning skills rather
than simply "cramming" for exams.
Successful students are eligible to receive the scaled Tertiary Entrance Score (TES). The
Universities Admission Centre (UAC) uses the TAFE calculated TES to assist universities in
making offers of places to TPC graduates.
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COURSE STRUCTURE
There are over thirty subjects in the TPC at Ultimo divided into the following 4 groups:
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Group 1:
Core subjects
These three subjects are compulsory.
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Group 2:
A-level elective subjects.
You may study any number of A-level subjects. A maximum of three will
count towards course completion. (See page 9)
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Group 3:
B-level elective subjects.
You must pass at least two B-level subjects.
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Group 4:
Other elective subjects.
You may study any number of these subjects to help you complete
the course.
To receive the Tertiary Preparation Certificate IV you must pass at least nine subjects; the
three core subjects from group 1 plus at least six electives from groups 2, 3 and 4.
The subjects within each group contain one or more embedded units of study. See the following
table for more details.
TPC SUBJECTS & EMBEDDED UNITS
GROUP 1
CORE SUBJECTS
You must pass each of these three
subjects
Units within each subject
 Language & Learning Skills A
Apply language & learning skills
(LALS A)
 Core A
Develop learning strategies for further study
Evaluate options for career development
Communicate to facilitate work in a team.
Apply ethical practice in study
 Language & Learning Skills B
Apply Critical & Evaluative Language & Learning Skills
(LALS B)
Further details regarding group 1, core subjects can be found on page 14.
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GROUP 2
A-LEVEL ELECTIVES
You may study any number but a
maximum of three will count
towards course completion
Units within each subject

Language & Creative Arts A
Respond to the creative arts
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Asia Pacific A
Investigate Australia’s Asia-Pacific relations

Contemporary Australia A
Examine issues in contemporary Australian society
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Human Rights A
Research human-rights issues and concepts
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Sustainable Development A
Investigate scientific aspects of sustainable resource use.
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Mathematics A1
Use mathematics to solve a range of problems
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Mathematics A2
Apply introductory mathematics concepts and skills
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Mathematics A3
Apply mathematical skills for further study
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Statistics A
Apply statistical processes
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Biology A
Investigate biological processes
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Chemistry A
Investigate the chemical nature of matter
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Physics A
Investigate physics concepts
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Eco-Systems A
Investigate the nature and functioning of eco-systems
Further details regarding group 2, A-level elective subjects can be found on page 16.
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GROUP 3
B-LEVEL ELECTIVES
You must pass at least two
of these subjects
Units within each subject
Literature B
Analyse literary texts
Film & Media
Apply critical analysis to the study of film and media
Asia-Pacific B
Analyse contemporary issues in the Asia-Pacific region
Political Studies B
Analyse political concepts and contexts
Historical Studies B
Analyse historical concepts and issues in context
Environment B
Analyse environmental issues and management strategies
Legal Studies B
Analyse legal concepts and issues
Further Mathematics B
Use mathematics in a range of contexts
Calculus B
Apply calculus concepts
Advanced Mathematics B
Apply advanced mathematical concepts
Statistics B
Apply advanced statistical processes
Biology B
Analyse biological processes.
Chemistry B
Analyse chemical reactions.
Physics B
Analyse physics phenomena in mechanics &
electromagnetism
Health Issues B
Analyse health issues in a global context.
Further details regarding group 3, B-level elective subjects, can be found on page 21.
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GROUP 4
OTHER ELECTIVES
You may do any number
Units within each subject
Media Skills
Create complex workplace & community texts
Write text for further study purposes
Cultural Studies
IT
Analyse legal & political frameworks in Australia
Analyse Western & Aboriginal knowledge systems and how
they affect each other.
Unit names still to be advised at time of printing
Further details regarding group 4, can be found on page 24.
COURSE COMPLETION
To be awarded the Tertiary Preparation Certificate IV you must pass at least nine subjects:
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All three group 1 subjects
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Any number of the A-level elective subjects from group 2. A maximum of three
will count towards course completion.
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Two or more of the B-level elective subjects from group 3
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Any number of other elective subjects from group 4.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT
When students have satisfied the course completion requirements listed above, they are also
awarded a Tertiary Entrance Score. (This is used to calculate university admission scores; see
page 11 for details.) This score is only calculated and provided to students at the end of the
year. So it is worth noting that even if you have achieved the completion requirements by the
middle of the year you will need to wait until the end of the year to receive your certificate.
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STUDY PROGRAMS
The time needed to complete the minimum course-completion requirement of all three core
subjects and six elective subjects depends upon many factors including; work and family
commitments, full or part-time study, length of time since studying, number of units for which
RPL is possible, availability of the units you wish to study.
FULL-TIME
A full-time program is at least 18 hours of class-time or 4 to 5 subjects per semester. So it is
possible to complete the required minimum number of subjects by taking 4 or 5 subjects in your
first semester and the remainder in your second semester.
The following table shows a possible study-pattern that would enable a full-time student to
complete the course in December 2014. There are many other combinations you could consider.
SEMESTER 1: 2014
SEMESTER 2: 2014
Two Core Subjects
One Core Subject
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LALS A
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Core A
Three A-level Electives or group
4 subjects
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Your choice 1
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Your choice 2
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Your choice 3
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LALS B
Two B-level Electives
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Your choice 5
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Your choice 6
See group 3 on page 7
See group 2 on page 6
See group 4 on page 8
One more A-level or group 4
One more Elective
subject
(A, B or other)
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Your choice 4
See pages 6 and 8
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Your choice 7
IMPORTANT:
With the exception of Health, all B-level elective mathematics and science
subjects have A-level prerequisites. For more details on prerequisites see the
Subject and Unit descriptions on page 13.
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PART-TIME
If you wish to study part-time (less than 18 hours per week) you may choose a study program
over three or more semesters to suit your needs. Ensure that you select the appropriate A-level
electives that lead to your desired B-level electives. See the section on Subject and Unit
descriptions.
The following table shows a possible study-pattern that would enable a part-time student to
complete the course in more than one year but there are many other combinations you
might consider.
SEMESTER 1: 2014
SEMESTER 2: 2014
SEMESTER 1: 2015
One Core Subject
One Core Subject
One Core Subject
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LALS A
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LALS B or Core A
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Core A or LALS B
Two A-level electives or
Two A-level Electives or
Two or three B-level
group 4 subjects
group 4 subjects
Electives
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Your choice 1
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Your choice 3
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Your choice 5
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Your choice 2
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Your choice 4
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Your choice 6
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Your choice 7
See group 2 & 4 on page 6 & 8
See group 3 on page 7
The part-time program above provides more than the minimum requirement of six electives. If
you pass more than two B-level electives your Tertiary Entrance Score is based on the best two
B-level elective results. See page 11 for details.
SELECTING YOUR SUBJECTS
With so much choice, how do you decide on your elective subjects?
If you have a particular career in mind or you know which university course you are aiming for,
it is a good idea to find out the requirements of that course. This will help you in your choice of
B-level electives. Then choose the appropriate A-level electives that take you to these B-level
electives.
If you do not have a specific goal it may be wise to select subjects that keep open your future
opportunities by selecting a balanced selection of English, Humanities, Mathematics and Science
subjects.
Teaching staff within each faculty are available at the Information session to advise you on
subject content and help you make your subject choices. You may also make an appointment
with our Counselling and Career Services section on level four of building D.
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UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE SCORE
On completing the requirements of TPC course completion, students are awarded a Tertiary
Entrance Score. This score, out of 300, is calculated by adding together the three scaled results
from:
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Language and Learning Skills B
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The highest group B elective subject result
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The second highest group B elective subject result.
Scaling of B-level subjects and the award of the TES is calculated yearly, at the conclusion of
semester two. It is important to bear this in mind if you are aiming to complete the TPC at the
end of the first semester in any year.
The certificate is only awarded once the TES has been calculated at the end of the year.
ASSESSMENT
The number and type of assessments varies from subject to subject. They may be class-tests,
assignments, presentations, portfolios, final exams etc. Subject teachers inform students of the
assessment program for each unit at the start of each semester.
Your teacher assesses A-level subjects and these marks are submitted at the end of the
semester.
B-level final examinations are assessed through common papers across the state. The marking
of these tasks is checked and confirmed by verification panels. These panels meet at the end of
each semester to ensure fair and consistent standards of marking.
It is essential that all students are aware of, and attend, the assessment events on the setdates. Your teacher will advise you of these dates and times as soon as they become available
during the semester.
Students who do not attend a B-level assessment event at the set time fail the unit.
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RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)
If you have recently passed subjects in the Higher School Certificate you may apply to have
these qualifications recognized.
Recognition will exempt you from studying certain subjects and reduce the number of subjects
you need to study to complete the course.
The following table shows the TPC subjects for which RPL may be awarded if you can produce a
certificate showing passes in the HSC.
TPC subject
HSC qualification required
A-level
At Band 4 level unless otherwise stated.
Biology A
Biology
Chemistry A
Chemistry
Physics A
Physics
Mathematics A1
General Mathematics
Mathematics A2
Mathematics (Band 3)
Mathematics A3
Mathematics
Statistics A
General Mathematics
Multicultural Society A
Society & Culture (Band 3)
Ecosystems A
Geography or Biology or Marine Studies
Contemporary Australia A
Society & Culture (Band 3)
* Tertiary Preparation Subject
HSC qualification required
B-level
At Band 4 level
Further Mathematics B
General Mathematics
Calculus
Mathematics
Historical Studies B
History (Modern or Ancient)
*IMPORTANT NOTE
(1) If you receive RPL for a B-level subject it will count as a completed elective subject
towards course completion. However, it will not earn a mark towards your TES.
(2) If you have already passed any subject in TPC course 9048 that is also in the new course
29603, you will receive automatic credit for this subject when you enroll.
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SUBJECT & UNIT DESCRIPTIONS
This section contains detailed information about the compulsory (core) and elective subjects that
are offered at Ultimo.
Key to layout of subject descriptions.
This diagram shows an example of the layout of information
provided for each subject on pages 14 to 26.
• Available
• Prerequisite
subject
• Pathway
• RPL(if any)
Timetabled
subject
name
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LALS A
Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisite
Leads to LALS B
Class times
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Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(1 X 4 hours)
(Language & Learning Skills)
Apply language & learning skills
NSW TEGL 301B
Develop learning strategies for
further study
Develop the skills and knowledge needed to research, write, evaluate and
present information in a further study context. You will learn to compose
and present a range of texts, select information for a specific purpose,
use referencing conventions, present a researched essay or report. Make
a short formal oral presentation
Identify personal learning styles, existing skills and skill gaps relevant to
further study. Investigate a range of learning strategies and present a
personal learning strategy for further study purposes.
NSW TLRN 402A
Unit name
Unit
description
Unit
number
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GROUP 1: CORE SUBJECTS
The following three subjects are compulsory.
NOTE:
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LALS A should be studied in your first semester. It is a prerequisite for LALS B.
LALS A
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Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisite
Leads to LALSB
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Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(1 X 4 hours)
(Language & Learning Skills)
Apply language & learning skills
NSW TEGL 301B
Develop learning strategies for
further study
Develop the skills and knowledge needed to research, write, evaluate and
present information in a further study context. Learn to: compose and
present a range of texts, select information for a specific purpose, use
referencing conventions, present a researched essay or report. Make a
short formal oral presentation
Identify personal learning styles, existing skills and skill gaps relevant to
further study. Investigate a range of learning strategies and present a
personal learning strategy for further study purposes.
NSW TLRN 402A
LALS B
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•
Semesters 1 & 2
LALS A
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Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(1 x 4 hours)
(Language & Learning Skills)
Apply critical & evaluative
language & learning skills
NSW TEGL 401A
CORE A
Evaluate options for career
development
NSW TPLG 403A
Communicate to facilitate work in
a team.
Develop the skills and knowledge to apply analytical and evaluative skills
in writing, studying, researching and presenting information. You will
write a sustained text type and a researched, complex academic essay or
report as well as present a seminar on an appropriate topic. On
completion you should be able to: critically evaluate complex texts,
compose a sustained text type, write a complex researched academic
essay or a major investigative report present a seminar.
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Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisite
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Day
(1 X 2 hours for 1 term)
Evening (Within LALS A)
In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge you need to
research, analyse and evaluate options for career development, further
study and/or community. You will also develop a strategic plan to meet
your career development needs.
In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge required to
contribute constructively to the work of a team in a workplace,
community or education context.
NSW TTMW 401B
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GROUP 2: ELECTIVE A-LEVEL SUBJECTS
You may study as many of these subjects as you wish but a maximum of three count towards
course completion. The subjects are categorized as English, Humanities, Mathematics and
Science.
ENGLISH 
LACA A
Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisite
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Day
Evening
•
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(2 X 2 hours)
(1 x 4 hours)
(Language & Creative Arts)
Respond to the creative arts
NSW TEGL 302
LACA is a course that teaches you how to analyse and discuss film, TV, art
and photography. You will learn, for example, how lighting and camera
angle convey meaning. You will look at symbolism in film. You will study
how a short story is made into a Movie.
HUMANITIES 
ASIA-PACIFIC A
Investigate Australia’s AsiaPacific relations
NSW THMN 303
CONTEMPORARY AUSTRALIA A
Examine issues in contemporary
Australian society
NSW THMN 302
HUMAN RIGHTS A
Research human-rights issues and
concepts
NSW THMN 304
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Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisites
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Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(N. A.)
In the “Asian century” where our economic future is heavily enmeshed
with China, there are many calls to rethink Australia’s close ties to the
USA. This is the first topic. We will also cover the human rights of
Indonesians, including those fishing in oceans claimed by Australia; the
fate of the poor in India; mining in the Pacific; terrorism’s roots & the
Afghan war: & other current issues. You will gain a broader understanding
of current events, develop your research & writing skills, & be better
prepared for Humanities & English B subjects & tertiary study.
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•
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Semester 1 & 2
No prerequisite
HSC Society & Culture (Band 3)
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Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(1 x 4 hours)
Contemporary Australian Society is a multidisciplinary subject that
analyses in detail variety of social, legal, environmental and ethical
issues. Topics include: climate change; the optimum Australian population
size; urban sprawl versus the compact city; gene technologies and social
impacts; religion and morality (or is it immorality?); right to life
arguments: infanticide, euthanasia; social class and Australian education;
youth and the legal system; prison as a deterrent; what drug policy?
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Semester 1
No prerequisite
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Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
Research and report on human rights and social justice issues at a
national and international level. Completion of this unit should enable you
to: Research human rights and social justice concepts, examine a human
rights issue from differing viewpoints, report on a breach of human rights,
select, evaluate and present information from a range of sources.
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ECO-SYSTEMS A
Investigate the nature & functioning
of eco-systems
NSW TSCN 313
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•
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Semester 1
No prerequisite
HSC Geography or Biology or
Marine Studies (Band 4)
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Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
Learn to understand how plants and animals interact and function with
each other and the physical environment they live in. Examine the
features of the living and non- living components of ecosystems. You will
participate in an excursion to investigate a selected ecosystem and
examine some factors such as water quality in a lab experiment. Compare
selected ecosystems (wetlands, forests, oceans etc) and consider
management strategies to improve one of these ecosystems.
MATHEMATICS 
MATHEMATICS A1
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•
•
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Use Mathematics to solve a range of
problems
NSW TMTH 307
MATHEMATICS A2
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•
Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(1 X 4 hours)
Learn to solve a range of mathematical problems using fractions,
decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions and measurement. Develop
basic skills in algebra, geometry, graphing, linear relationships and
trigonometry. Calculate with real numbers fractions, decimals,
percentages, ratio, and proportion. Use measurement in two and threedimensional shapes. Apply geometric principles to mathematical
problems. Perform algebraic processes and apply them to practical
situations. Graph linear relationships and investigate and apply
mathematics to commercial situations. Solve mathematical problems
using trigonometry and use a scientific calculator and spreadsheets.
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•
•
•
Apply Introductory Mathematical
concepts & skills
Semester 1
No prerequisite
Leads to Maths A2 or Further
Maths B
HSC General Maths: Band 4
Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisite
Leads to Maths A3 or Further
Maths B.
HSC Maths: Band 3
•
•
Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(1 x 4 hours)
NSW TMTH 308
Solve problems using number skills, algebra, equations, right-angled
trigonometry, linear and non-linear graphs. Use number skills to find
solutions to mathematical problems, with and without a calculator
Simplify, factorise and evaluate algebraic expressions. Solve linear and
quadratic equations to solve problems involving right angle triangles. Find
the midpoint, distance and gradient between two points on a number
plane. Graph and apply linear equations Draw and investigate the
properties of a range of non-linear graphs. Apply problem-solving
techniques to mathematical investigations.
MATHEMATICS A3
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•
•
•
Apply Mathematical skills for further
study
NSW TMTH 309
Semesters 1 & 2
Maths A2
Leads to Calculus/Advanced Maths
HSC Maths: Band 4
•
•
Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(1 X 4 hours)
Develop the skills and knowledge required to use mathematics skills
needed for further study, and apply these skills to practical situations.
Recognise and apply features of the real number system. Use a scientific
calculator and/or a spreadsheet to solve mathematical problems in a
range of contexts. Manipulate algebraic expressions and formulae. Solve
practical mathematics problems using linear and quadratic functions and
their graphs. Solve mathematics problems, which involve indices. Solve
applied mathematics problems involving exponential and logarithmic
functions. Use trigonometric functions to investigate and solve problem
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STATISTICS A
Apply statistical processes
NSW TSTT 302
•
•
•
•
Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisites
Leads to Statistics B
General Maths: Band 4
•
•
•
Day
(2 x 2 hours)
Evening (1 x 4 hours)
Flexible delivery available
Analyse univariate and bivariate data, as well as experimental and
theoretic probability. Describe and apply the statistical process, collect,
describe, and organise raw data, analyse univariate data using summary
statistics, analyse bivariate data using correlation and linear regression,
find the probability of events in simple experimental or theoretical
contexts, carry out and report on a statistical investigation, apply the
properties of the standard normal distribution to problem solve.
NOTES ON MATHEMATICS SUBJECTS:
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Mathematics A1 is the entry-level subject for Further Mathematics B.
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Mathematics A3 is the entry-level subject for Calculus/Advanced Maths.
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Students aiming to obtain HSC General Mathematics equivalence need to pass Mathematics
A1 or Mathematics A2 plus Statistics A followed by Further Mathematics B.
•
Students aiming to obtain HSC Mathematics equivalence need to pass Maths A2, Maths A3
followed by Calculus.
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SCIENCE 
SUSTAINABLE
DEVELOPMENT A
Investigate scientific aspects of
sustainable resource use
•
•
•
Semester 1 & 2
No prerequisites
Leads to Biology B
•
•
Day
Evening
(2 X 2 hours)
(N. A.)
NSW TSCN 305
Investigate the nature of different resources such as energy, water, soil,
fisheries and forests. Examine current environmental issues such as
climate change, fish depletion, water pollution and waste. Find out what
unsustainable human activities create pollution, depletion, extinction and
global warming. Investigate how to manage sustainably natural resources
and preserve them for future generations. You will examine your own
personal impact on the environment using on line Ecological Footprint
Calculator and consider ways you can become more sustainable in your
everyday life. Conduct practical investigation on a sustainable issue.
BIOLOGY A
•
•
•
•
Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisites
Leads to Biology B
HSC Band 4 Biology
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•
Day (1 x 3 hours) + ( 1 x 2h)
Evening ( 1 x 4 hours)
NSW TSCN 312
Investigate and apply knowledge of cells, the multi-cellular organism,
variation in populations, the principles used to classify living things and
adaptations in organisms. Research skills and experimental investigations
will be used. Investigate structural and functional characteristics in a
range of cell types Investigate the multi-cellular organism. Conduct and
report on a practical investigation on osmosis and diffusion, or surface
area to volume ratio Investigate the diversity of organisms. Investigate
variation in populations. Examine the types of adaptations in organisms
CHEMISTRY A
•
•
•
•
Investigate biological processes
Investigate the chemical nature
of matter
NSW TSCN 308
PHYSICS A
Investigate physical concepts
NSW TSCN 307
Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisites
Leads to Chemistry B
HSC Band 4 Chemistry
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•
Day 1 x 3 hours) + ( 1 x 2h)
Evening (1 X 4 hours)
Classify types of matter and apply simple processes to obtain them. Apply
models to describe the structure of matter. Investigate properties of
everyday substances and relate to their uses. Derive chemical names and
formulae. Conduct and report on a practical investigation into chemical
and physical changes to matter Examine basic types of chemical change
and represent using balanced chemical equations Calculate simple
chemical quantities. Analyse aspects of chemical substances.
•
•
•
•
Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisites
Leads to Physics B
HSC Band 4 Physics
•
•
Day 1 x 3 hours) + ( 1 x 2h)
Evening (1 x 4 hours)
Understand the physics of energy, heat, sound, light, circuits, magnetism
and nuclear physics. Investigate aspects of energy. Conduct and report on
experimental investigations into simple physical phenomena. Use models
to explain and predict physics phenomena. Investigate applications of
physics concepts. Design, conduct and report on physics investigations to
control the transfer of heat, light or sound.
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GROUP 3: ELECTIVE B-LEVEL SUBJECTS
To course-complete you need to pass at least two of these B-level subjects. They are divided
into English, Humanities, Mathematics and Science. Take particular note of the mathematics and
science prerequisite A-level electives.
ENGLISH 
Semester 2
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
•
Analyse literary texts
Read, analyse and critically evaluate selected literary texts from fiction,
drama and poetry. Content includes: discussion and interpretation of
literary texts; research and documentation; seminar presentation; critical
writing.
NSW TEGL 402
•
•
Day
Evening
LITERATURE B
Semester 1 & 2
•
•
•
FILM & MEDIA B
Apply critical analysis to the study
of film & media
NSW TEGL 403
Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(N.A)
Critically examine and evaluate media text types and issues relevant to
the roles and functions of film and media. Examine the roles and functions
of film and media in context. Analyse the construction of selected texts
from either film or media. Evaluate an issue relevant to either film or
media in context. Research and present information.
HUMANITIES 
•
Semester 2
•
•
ASIA-PACIFIC B
Analyse contemporary issues in
the Asia-Pacific region
NSW THMN 403
•
NSW THMN 402
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
In consultation with the teacher each student chooses current issues in
the Asia-Pacific area to research and write up. These issues could be
rebellions, ethnic cleansing, environmental, or cultural depending on
your interest. The focus here is to compare and contrast how two
different countries deal with the same issue. You produce one essay and
a report for evaluation.
Semesters 1 & 2
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POLITICAL STUDIES B
Analyse political concepts and
contexts
Day
Evening
Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
Research political concepts, structures, systems, ideologies and
movements from a range of appropriate sources. Explain the historical
development of political ideologies and movements. Analyse the
relationship between political ideas and political practice. Present
analysis of political concepts, structures, organisations systems,
ideologies and movements.
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HISTORICAL STUDIES B
Analyse historical concepts and
issues in context
NSW THMN 401
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Semesters 1 & 2
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HSC Band 4 History (Modern or
Ancient)
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Semester 2
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LEGAL STUDIES B
NSW THMN 405
(1 x 4 hours)
(N. A.)
Day
Evening
(N.A.)
(N. A.)
Research the role and function of legal systems from a range of
appropriate sources. Examine the nature and role of international law.
Evaluate the effectiveness of international law. Analyse a selected
example of case law. Apply research skills and present information.
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Semester 2
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ENVIRONMENT B
Analyse environmental issues &
management strategies
Day
Evening
Use a range of appropriate sources to research historical concepts and
issues. Use historical contexts to examine significant historical issues.
Evaluate varying perspectives of a selected historical context. Examine
change and continuity in a chosen historical context. Present an analysis
of historical issues, context, perspectives, change and continuity.
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Analyse legal concepts & issues
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Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
Examine the concept biodiversity. Plan an Environmental Impact Report.
Present an Environmental Impact Report. Evaluate the impact of human
activities on a selected global ecosystem. Evaluate responses to a
selected global issue. Present information in appropriate format.
NSW THMN 404
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MATHEMATICS 
FURTHER MATHEMATICS
Use mathematics in a range of
contexts.
NSW TMTH 401
CALCULUS
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NSW TMTH 402
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Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
Solve problems using: measurement of perimeters, areas and volumes;
properties of two-dimensional figures; trigonometric concepts, functions
and formulae; spherical geometry concepts and techniques; linear and
simple non-linear functions and their graphs. Identify and use
mathematics to find solutions to practical problems in a range of everyday
and work contexts. Use mathematical models to solve practical problems.
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Apply Calculus concepts
Semesters 1 & 2
Maths A1 or Maths A2
HSC General Maths (Band 4)
Semester 2
Maths A3
Leads to Advanced Maths or may
be studied concurrently.
HSC Mathematics (Band 4)
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Day
Evening
(1 x 2 hours all year)
(N. A.)
Investigate the significant features of graphs of functions. Apply
differentiation in theoretical and applied contexts; rates of change,
stationary points, optimization. Apply integration in theoretical and
applied contexts; area, volumes of revolution, mean value of a function.
Calculus B may be studied with Advanced Mathematics B.
ADVANCED MATHS
Apply advanced mathematical
concepts
NSW TMTH 403
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Semester 2
Maths A3
Must have completed Calculus or
be studied concurrently.
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Day
Evening
(N. A.)
(N. A.)
Solve problems requiring the application and manipulation of
trigonometric identities. Solve trigonometric equations. Graph
trigonometric functions. Determine terms and sums of sequences and
series. Expand Binomial expressions. Correctly apply and interpret the
notation of Binomial Expansions. Operate with vectors in two dimensions.
Operate with complex numbers. Integrate functions that require the
application of trigonometric identities. Apply calculus techniques to
inverse trigonometric functions. Find general and particular solutions to
simple differential equations.
Advanced Mathematics must be studied with Calculus unless Calculus has
already been passed.
STATISTICS B
Apply advanced statistical
processes
NSW TSTT 401
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Semester 2
Statistics A
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Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(1 x 4 hours)
Solve practical problems involving probability distributions. Estimate the
value of population parameters from sample data. Determine sampling
distributions for a range of population parameters. Perform tests of
hypotheses using samples from practical situations. Design, carry out and
report on a statistical investigation.
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SCIENCE 
BIOLOGY B
Analyse biological processes
NSW TSCN 406
CHEMISTRY B
Analyse chemical processes
NSW TSCN 405
PHYSICS B
Analyse physics phenomena in
mechanics & electromagnetism
NSW TSCN 404
HEALTH ISSUES B
Analyse health issues in a global
context
NSWTSCN401
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Semester 2
Biology A (>55%)
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Day (3 x 2 hours)
Evening (1 x 4 hours)
Investigate a range of microorganisms. Analyse cellular processes.
Design, conduct and report on a practical investigation related to one of
the cellular processes. Investigate the history and mechanisms of
genetics. Analyse the frequency of alleles for a human characteristic.
Analyse issues associated with biotechnology.
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Semester 2
Chemistry A (>55%)
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Day (3 x 2 hours)
Evening (1 x 4 hours)
Investigate chemical reaction rates. Analyse equilibrium systems and
identify these systems, which occur in real life situations. Investigate
reactions involving acids and bases and relate to real life contexts.
Investigate and analyse chemical processes involving simple organic
compounds. Investigate and analyse electron transfer reactions, which
occur in industry and everyday life. Investigate and analyse stored energy
changes involved in chemical processes. Design, conduct and report on a
quantitative
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Semester 2
Physics A (>55%)
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Day (3 x 2 hours)
Evening (1 x 4 hours)
Apply scientific models to analyse and predict aspects of motion. Conduct,
analyse and report on experiments in mechanics and electromagnetism.
Identify and describe everyday phenomena, in terms of an understanding
of Newton's laws. Design, conduct and analyse an experimental
investigation into one aspect of mechanics. Investigate the workings of
simple devices that use electro-magnetism. Examine and explain
applications, which utilise physics concepts relating to mechanics and
electromagnetism. Investigate how the diffraction and interference of
electro-magnetic waves is applied in spectroscopic analysis.
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Semester 1 & 2
No prerequisite
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Day
Evening
(2 x 2 hours)
(N. A.)
Use epidemiological information to illustrate the importance of a health
issue. Analyse and manipulate statistical data in relation to population
health parameters. Investigate the history of the understanding of
disease, its transmission & treatment. Evaluate the relationship between
epidemics/pandemics & health practices. Design, conduct and report on
an experiment to investigate growth of micro-organisms and relate to
disease. Research & evaluate the impact of the use of health technologies
on society. Evaluate and report on global health promotion strategies.
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GROUP 4: OTHER ELECTIVE SUBJECTS IN 9048
You can choose any number of these subjects.
MEDIA SKILLS
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Semester 1 or 2
No prerequisites
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Day (1 x 2 hours)
Online / flexible delivery
(1 x 2 hours)
Contact Michael Clarke (D5.23) for further information regarding the flexible delivery
of this subject
Create Complex Workplace and
Community texts
NSWTWTG401
Write text for further study
purposes
NSWTWTG404A
CULTURAL STUDIES
Analyse legal & political
frameworks in Australia
These classes will allow you to develop writing and research skills while
learning about the media. You will also study basic communication and
social media concepts, while completing a variety of smaller documents
that relate to the media including news reports and film reviews.
This class is also recommended for students who wish to improve and
extend writing and research skills for LALS, LACA and Film and Media
classes. Students can elect to attend face to face, flexibly through the
online classroom, or a combination of the two.
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Semesters 1 & 2
No prerequisites
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Day (2 x 2 hours)
Night (N.A.)
We will outline the legal and political systems and then examine the way
the media, business interests and government influence decisions which
affect communities in Australia. We will also compare and contrast those
systems with Aboriginal social organisation.
NSWTSUS402
Analyse Western and Aboriginal
knowledge systems and how
they affect each other.
NSWTABL402
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY (IT)
Units to be advised
This unit will build upon knowledge gained in previous unit to investigate
how Western approaches to knowledge compare and contrast to
Aboriginal approaches. In a more environmentally conscious age western
thinking is recognising how sustainability can be enhanced by Aboriginal
thought. Both these units will enable you to focus your research and
writing skills and provide the opportunity for you to role play a relevant
scenario.
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Semester 1 or 2
Basic computing skills
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Day (2 x 2 hours)
Evening (semester 2) tba
Units will build on assumed knowledge of basic computing and word
processing skills. Students will develop skills in a range of computer
applications using advanced features that will enhance completion of
course work, presentations and analysis of information in other subjects.
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F. A. Q. AND ANSWERS
1)
How long will it take me to complete the TPC?
If you are studying full-time (at least 18 hours per week) it is possible to complete in
one year if starting in semester 1.
If studying part-time or full-time starting in semester 2 it will take three semesters or
longer depending on how much time you can devote to TPC study and attendance.
2) How many subjects do I need to course complete?
You need to pass:
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all three core subjects (see page 14)
at least two B-level electives
at least six electives in total.
3) How is my university entrance score calculated?
Your result for Language and Learning Skills B is added to your best two B-elective
results to give a score out of 300.
4) Where is the TPC notice-board?
Important information regarding the TPC is on the level 5 landing.
5) Where can I find a TPC coordinator?
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Mel Williams can be found in D5.37 (9217 3088)
John Rawson can be found in D4.24 (9217 3874)
The times when they are available to interview students can be found on the doors to
their rooms.
6) How do I contact a counsellor?
The Counselling and Career Services section is on level 4 of building D. You can make an
appointment at the desk on level 4 or phone 9217 323
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