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Year 10 Elective Courses

2022

Year 10 Elective Options - 2022 Course Information

Updated: 6 August 2021

Below is a list of Elective Courses available for students to choose in 2022. Students will study selected courses for the whole year. Students must choose TWO electives and two reserve options for 2022 (total four choices).

Students will be emailed a code with instructions on how to complete their elective choices online. This email will be sent on Wednesday 11 August. Online submissions must be completed by Friday 17tAugust.

Humanities and Social Science (HASS) Mr Scott McIlroy - [email protected]

Course Link to elective information Accounting and Finance Accounting & Finance Course Information

Music Mr Christopher Milne - [email protected]

Course Link to elective information Music Allegro Music Allegro Course Information Music General Music General Course Information Music Performance Music Performance Course Information

Physical & Health Education Mr Liam Merigan - [email protected]

Course Link to elective information Outdoor Education Outdoor Education Course Information Physical Recreation Physical Recreation Course Information Sports Science Sports Science Course Information

Science and Technologies Mr Peter Pooley - [email protected] Mr Mat Hughes - [email protected]

Course Link to elective information Science, Technologies & Robotics (STAR) STAR Course Information

Technologies Mr Peter Pooley - [email protected]

Course Link to elective information Childcare & Development Childcare & Development Course Information Digital Technologies Digital Technologies Course Information Food Technology Food Technology Course Information Metalwork Metalwork Course Information Technical Graphics & Design Technical Graphics & Design Textiles & Fashion Textiles & Fashion Course Information Woodwork Woodwork Course Information

The Arts Ms Shellie Rodriguez - [email protected]

Course Link to elective information Dance Dance Course Information Drama Drama Course Information Media Arts (including Photography & Film) Media Arts Course Information Visual Arts Visual Arts Course Information

Year 10 Elective Options Accounting & Finance


Course Outline The course focuses on financial literacy and aims to provide students with a range of skills that enable them to make sound financial judgements personally and in the context of small cash based businesses.

The topic of personal finance is covered in Semester 1. Students are introduced to the concepts, principles and terminology used in personal finance. They learn about the main institutions that operate in financial markets and how governments and other community bodies can affect the way individuals and groups make financial decisions. Practical personal financial recordkeeping and budgeting using specific software will be covered.

The focus in Semester 2 is accounting for small cash entities using the student run business “Simply Stationery” as the main context. Students learn about financial record-keeping on a cash basis for small entities using accounting software MYOB, as well as the main financial documents and reports used in the financial transactions of small business. They learn the main issues involved in business decision-making and carry out simple analyses of given information to determine the financial performance and position of a business.

Assessment In-class assessments (investigations, extended responses, short answer questions) End of topic tests

Learning Area and Staff Contact Humanities and Social Science (HASS) Mr Scott McIlroy [email protected]

Year 10 Elective Options Childcare & Development


Course Outline As part of the course we look at influences on our own development and consider ways that we can enhance our wellbeing, involving a number of practical and theoretical activities.

We then focus on child development from pregnancy into early childhood. Students investigate prenatal development and influences on the foetus, considering how these nine months can impact a person’s future outcomes.

We explore the services available to expecting parents and consideration of different birthing options. The needs of infants are considered from a theoretical and practical perspective, including the experience of the Virtual Parenting Program.

The importance of play for child development is a feature through learning about childhood milestones and the students will develop products to assist a child’s language development, these products will then be trialled in a playgroup.

The idea of child development is then examined from a broader perspective with the consideration of family, culture and the broader community. Students will consider the needs of groups in the community and fundraise and produce care packages for people in need.

Throughout the course, students engage in group work using different research methods and communication skills.

Assessment There is a strong emphasis on practical assessments, complimented by theoretical components, in this course.

Learning Area and Staff Contact Technologies Mr Peter Pooley [email protected]

Year 10 Elective Options Dance


Course Outline In Year 10, Dance students continue to extend their use of the elements of dance (BEST) and choreographic processes to expand their choreographic intentions in their choreography. They extend their technical dance skills to include style-specific movement skills.

Through performance, students continue to work on confidence, accuracy, clarity of movement and projection. They refine their discussion of the use of the elements of dance, choreographic processes and design concepts in their own dance and the dance of others.

They investigate dance and influences of the social, cultural and historical contexts in which it exists.

Safe dance practices underlie all experiences, as students perform within their own body capabilities and work safely in groups.

Assessment Working is assessed through practical work; Making which focuses on choreographic processes, skills and techniques and performance and theoretical work; Responding which focuses on dance reflecting and analysing and dance context.

Learning Area and Staff Contact The Arts Ms Shellie Rodriguez [email protected]

Year 10 Elective Options Digital Technologies


Course Outline This course aims to provide students with opportunities to build upon their existing skills and knowledge to enable them to develop a greater appreciation for computers and their many roles in business and society.

Students will learn how to produce responsive websites that cater to all Internet capable devices and have further opportunities to develop their image manipulation and editing techniques.

Students will be learning how to create programs using the Python language and enter the National Computer Science Programming Competition operated by the University of New South Wales (UNSW). They will begin to learn about databases and how to create and manipulate them, using the Structured Query Language (SQL).

The knowledge and skills gained in this course will equip students for further study in Applied Information Technology and Computer Science.

Assessment Ongoing practical assessments involve the processes and production skills learnt during class time. These skills include the designing, producing, implementing, collaborating and evaluating of a variety of tasks.

Knowledge and understanding are assessed within the practical tasks set.


Graphic Design Python NCSS Competition Responsive HTML with Dreamweaver

Year 10 Elective Options Drama


Course Outline In Year 10, Drama students will be given opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills to present drama for purposes and wider external audiences, safely using processes, techniques and conventions of drama.

Students develop drama based on devised drama processes and taken from appropriate, published script excerpts using selected drama forms and styles. Students will have opportunities to research devised drama and read in selected script excerpts in context.

Student work in devised and scripted drama is the focus of reflective and responsive processes. Students are encouraged to develop their use of extended answer forms and interviews, using drama terminology, language and different forms of communication, based on their own drama and the drama of others.

Assessment Working is assessed through practical work; Making which focuses on voice and movement, drama processes and the elements of drama, drama forms and styles, drama conventions, spaces of performance, design and technology, and self-management and group management skills and processes and theoretical work; Responding which focuses on drama reflections, drama responses and oral communication.


Year 10 Elective Options Food Technology


Course Outline Year 10 Food Technology provides students with the skills to make healthy food and lifestyle choices through the development of the skills and knowledge of nutrients and the application of the principles of food safety, preservation, preparation and presentation. Students will develop food safety and hygiene practices and examine the causes of food deterioration and spoilage. They will develop basic knife skills in relation to precision cutting and a variety of cooking methods used in food preparation.

Students will explore the changing patterns of food consumption in Australia, multicultural influences and factors that influence consumer food habits today. They will develop knowledge of current food models, the function of nutrients in the body, nutritional needs throughout the lifecycle, dietary related lifestyle diseases and the special dietary needs of consumer groups in society.

Students will consider current trends in the Australian diet including the social, economic, environmental impact and sustainability of the development of new food products, packaging and promotion. They will participate collaboratively in practical design challenges and use the technology process to investigate, design, produce and evaluate food products. They will have opportunities to demonstrate practical skills and an understanding of food properties, processing and presentation in food product development.

Assessment Knowledge and Understanding assessments involving safety, nutrition, preservation, preparation, presentation, physical and sensory properties and perceptions of food principles.

Practical assessments include the processes and production skills which demonstrated in the classroom.


Year 10 Elective Options Media Arts


Course Outline In Year 10, students are provided with opportunities to explore in more depth the way media work is constructed in different contexts and how it can be used to challenge the values of an audience. They explore past and current media trends on audience use of media.

Students continue to make and respond to their own media productions and professional media work within the selected media type, genre or style studied, using refined media production skills and processes: problem solving, working as a team, or independently; setting and following personal and group timelines; and independently using media equipment safely and responsibly.

The Media Arts course includes study of narrative focused video games, celebrities in media fiction, Hollywood or Bollywood films educational programs, wiki site blogs, and photographic essays.

Students are expected to work within, or across, the following media in each year level: film, television, photography, print media, radio or online media.

Assessment Working is assessed through practical work; Making which focuses on planning, construction and editing, point of view, audience engagement practice and presentation and theoretical work; Responding which focuses on describing, in their own work and the work of others, aspects, and some impact, of media work in relation to audience, purpose and context. They identify the impact of current trends on how audiences use media.


Year 10 Elective Options Metalwork


Course Outline The course is made up of both practical and written components that relate to metalworking materials, processes and designs.

The practical component concentrates on metalworking skills in sheet metal, welding and machining. Students will complete a variety of projects to build skills in welding fabrication, sheet metal bending, cutting and joining and milling and turning processes.

The written components relate to materials and processes used in class and in industry.

Assessment Ongoing practical assessments involve the processes and production skills learnt during class time. These skills include: designing, producing, implementing, collaborating and evaluating.

Knowledge and Understanding assessments are written tasks reviewing the materials, tools and equipment used to create solutions.


Year 10 Elective Options Music Allegro

Course Outline Through preparation for performance and class work, each student will be expected to develop the knowledge and skills involved in listening to, reading, writing and creating music.

This course is designed for students interested in the Music courses of study pathway with greater focus on advanced theory and performance practice.

All students must be receiving instrumental lessons and be a member of a College Ensemble. Students should currently be performing at a Grade 3 AMEB level or equivalent at the commencement of the year.

The main focus will be to develop the skills required to compose and perform music in a wide variety of music styles and contexts. Each student will be required to prepare and perform in front of an audience. In addition to performance, students will also cover other areas integral to the music industry. Theory and perception skills will be developed using the Kodaly methodology.

Prerequisite It is recommended that students have studied Year 9 Music Studies and have achieved a minimum of 65% on their final theory assessment.

However, students wishing to enrol in this course who do not meet this prerequisite but may hold equivalent qualifications are to contact the Director of Music to arrange an audition/interview.

Assessment The assessment will be based on performance, theory and aural tests, compositions and research tasks. The course involves both a written and practical examination in both semesters.

Students must be a member of at least one College Ensemble at the discretion of the Director of Music.

Learning Area and Staff Contact Music Mr Christopher Milne [email protected]


Year 10 Elective Options Music General


Course Outline This year long course allows students to experience and develop new skills in the art form of Music.

Students will further their skills gained from Year 9 Music General, with all having the opportunity in small class-based ensembles on a variety of repertoire. Largely based on contemporary music, students advance their ensemble skills in preparation for performances occurring throughout the course.

Students will further their knowledge of Music theory to assist with their performance (solo and ensemble) and arrangement skills and compositional techniques using a digital interface (computer programme).

Prerequisite No prior experience is necessary; however, Year 9 Music General or previous experience on either guitar, piano or drums would be highly beneficial.

NB: Though not required, it is highly recommended that Year 10 Music General students receive instrumental tuition on either guitar, bass, drums, piano or vocals and own their own instrument for continued progression.

Assessment Assessment will predominantly be based upon performance, theory skills, composition and research. Performance is assessed via rehearsal preparation, solo performance and ensemble performance. The assessment includes preparation throughout the semester an involvement in producing and presenting the performance.


Year 10 Elective Options Music Performance


Course Outline Through preparation for performance and class work, each student will be expected to develop the knowledge and skills involved in listening to, reading, writing and creating music.

This course is designed for students interested in the General/Certificate Music pathway with focus on refining theory and performance practice.

All students must be receiving instrumental lessons and be a member of a College Ensemble. Students should currently be performing at a Grade 2 AMEB level or equivalent at the commencement of the year.

The main focus will be to develop the skills required to compose and perform music in a wide variety of music styles and contexts. Each student will be required to prepare and perform in front of an audience. In addition to performance, students will also cover other areas integral to the music industry. Theory and perception skills will be developed using the Kodaly methodology.

Prerequisite It is recommended that students have studied either Year 9 Music Allegro or Performance. However, students wishing to enrol in this course who do not meet this prerequisite but may hold equivalent qualifications are to contact the Director of Music to arrange an audition/interview.

Assessment The assessment will be based on performance, theory and aural tests, compositions and research tasks. The course involves both a written and practical examination in both semesters.

Students must be a member of at least one College Ensemble at the discretion of the Director of Music.


Year 10 Elective Options Outdoor Education

Course Outline This course allows students the opportunity to participate in activities beyond the normal range of the school Physical Education programme. Through interaction with the natural world, Outdoor Education aims to develop an understanding of our relationships with the environment, others and ourselves.

The course focuses on outdoor activities in a range of environments. It provides students with an opportunity to develop essential life and physical activity skills, a comprehensive understanding of the environment and a positive relationship with nature. The activities are designed to be challenging and are structured to extend the individual. Activities students could potentially partake include, but are not limited to:

• Abseiling• Rock Climbing• Team building activities• Mountain Biking (track and road)• Camping• Environmental awareness

• Camp Cooking• Archery• First Aid• Cooperative Games• Camp Preparation• Navigation & Orienteering

Due to the nature of activities in this course, students’ levels of behaviour are paramount to ensure everyone’s safety. Students must also be capable of demonstrating competent swimming skills to participate in relevant activities.

Assessment Assessments will involve both practical or theoretical components. Practically assessments will include student performances and demonstrations of skills for safe participation in outdoor activities, and self-management and interpersonal skills in outdoor activities. Theoretical assessments will focus on understanding the principles of outdoor education and the environment in the form of assignments and project-based tasks.

Camps / Excursions / Incursions Given the nature of this course, it allows the opportunity for students to participate in potential camps and excursions. Students invited on to attend camps and excursions will incur a cost that will be included within the student’s fees.

Learning Area and Staff Contact Physical & Health Education Mr Liam Merigan [email protected]


Year 10 Elective Options Physical Recreation

Course Outline This course aims to build on the content learnt in the Year 9 PE programme. The Physical Recreation course will allow students to participate in a range of sports and develop an understanding of the importance for individuals and communities to be physically active.

This course appeals to all students interested in being physically active and engaging with a range of sports and recreational activities. Students involved in the Physical Recreation course can expect to participate in various sporting and recreation activities, focusing on the importance of being physically and socially active in our communities. Activities and sports students could potentially partake include, but are not limited to:

• Ice Skating• Jogging• Skipping• Tennis• Athletics• Yoga• Baseball• Basketball• Cricket

• Football• Group fitness• Gridiron• Touch rugby• Volleyball• Spike ball• Lacrosse• Handball• Floorball

• Water polo• Golf• Archery• Billiards• Ten Pin Bowling• Boxing

The course focuses on a variety of sports which allows students to develop skills to promote lifelong physical activity and health. The course could also be used as preparation for students considering senior school and post-school pathways, within the Sport and Recreation industry.

Assessment Assessment tasks will involve demonstrating movements and physical activity, and community health and participation in physical activity. Assessment tasks will involve both student performances and project-based tasks.

Excursions / Incursions Given the nature of this course, it allows the opportunity for students to participate in potential excursions/incursions. Students invited on to attend excursions/incursions will incur a cost that will be included within the students’ fees.



Year 10 Elective Options Sports Science


Course Outline This course aims to build on the content learnt in the Year 9 HPE programme. The Sport Science course will be a combination of theoretical and practical based components, and will allow students to apply theoretical knowledge learnt in the classroom into the field through practical lessons.

The purpose of this course is to develop the knowledge and understanding of how the human body responds to sport and exercise. The course contains core theoretical concepts, which will focus on functional anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, coaching and sport psychology.

Students will explore each of the core concepts through various contexts and sporting environments. They can expect to be involved in activities that focus on understanding the elite athlete, practical experiences involving researching, investigating and analysing. As well as performing practical laboratories, experiments, understanding sporting strategies and tactics, working as a team or independently and refining their skills as leaders and problem solving.

The Sport Science course provides an opportunity for interested students to extend their knowledge in the area of Health and Physical Education. It will provide an experience for those looking to further their study in the Health and Physical Education pathway. The course is a great foundation for those considering to study Physical Education Studies in Years 11 and 12, and also prepares students for a variety of post-school pathways, in the sport, leisure and recreation industries.

Assessment Assessment tasks will involve both theoretical and practical components. Practical tasks will assess skills and gameplay performances of selected sports. Theoretical tasks will include projects, tests and investigations.

Excursions / Incursions Given the nature of this course, it allows the opportunity for students to participate in potential excursions/incursions. Students invited to attend excursions/incursions will incur a cost that will be included within the students’ fees.


Year 10 Elective Options Science, Technology, and Robotics (STAR)


Course Outline Science, Technology, and Robotics (STAR) will have students involved in practical activities that require critical, creative thinking and problem solving in the areas of robotics, mechanical engineering principals and electronic systems.

Students will be required to design solutions both independently and in collaboration with others around solving real-world problems.

Throughout the year, students will develop a range of skills around building and programming robots, computer science skills as well as learning about the physical science and engineering principals behind their projects.

Assessment Practical 70%: Creation of major projects with a presentation and demonstration aspect of their final products.

Written 30%: Complimenting the practical projects, students will submit written work with their designs and final products.

Learning Areas and Staff Contact Technologies Mr Peter Pooley [email protected]

Science Mr Mat Hughes [email protected]

Year 10 Elective Options Technical Graphics & Design


Course Outline This course provides students with an opportunity to develop both freehand sketching and computer drafting skills and techniques and apply them to pictorial, orthogonal and geometrical drawing. The Technical Graphics room is fully equipped with Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and students’ work with industry standard software packages.

Students will also learn colour rendering techniques and include these in a formalised approach when developing design and drawing styles. There is also the opportunity to programme computer assisted machines to produce products from laser cutting, vinyl cutter, 3D printer or plasma cutter.

Skills learnt in this class will provide and excellent grounding for Year 11 Design, as well as wood and metal courses.


Knowledge and Understanding assessments are incorporated within in the practical tasks, in the way of annotating designs and investigations of potential solutions.


Year 10 Elective Options Textiles & Fashion


Course Outline Textiles and Fashion is a practical course that introduces students to production techniques required to produce textile products and garments. Students will use the Technology Process to investigate, design, produce and evaluate their items throughout the course.

Students will begin the course by learning basic production techniques and will be provided the opportunity to develop their skills and techniques throughout the year to produce pajama shorts, a cushion with a zipper and bunting flags.

This course enables students to be creative and develop their understanding of manufacturing, fabrics and fabric decorating techniques such as embroidery and tie dyeing. Students will complete portfolio work alongside their practical work on the elements and principles of design, sketching, rendering and illustration techniques.




Year 10 Elective Options Visual Arts


Course Outline In Year 10, students use visual art language and artistic conventions, in both written and practical work. They further develop and refine their ideas and techniques to resolve artwork by documenting the design, production and evaluation processes of their artwork.

Students will extend their knowledge of art practices, such as, adaptation, manipulation, deconstruction and reinvention techniques, and use their understanding of a variety of art styles in the making of their 2D, 3D and/or 4D artwork. Students extend their knowledge and practice of safe and sustainable visual arts practice. Resolved artwork is exhibited and appraised, with consideration to their own artistic intentions, personal expression, and audience.

Students develop greater understanding of how contexts of culture, time and place impact on the development of ideas and production of art forms in the artistic process. They continue to explore artistic influences, while being encouraged to express greater individualism in their application of ideas and materials.

Students are provided with opportunities to reflect on traditional and contemporary artwork using a breadth of critical analysis frameworks, incorporating visual art language, art terminology and conventions.

Assessment Working is assessed through practical work; Making which focuses on inquiry, art practice and presentation and theoretical work; Responding which focuses on analysis, social, cultural and historical contexts and interpretation/response.

Materials Art materials will be provided with the cost included in the Course resource fee. An excursion levy is also included to cover the cost of a Visual Art excursion.


Year 10 Elective Options Woodwork


Course Outline Woodwork is a practical course structured to allow for exploration when using timber and timber-based materials in the design and manufacture of products. Working with materials, students are able to develop a range of manipulative, processing, manufacturing and organisational skills.

The course aims to prepare students for a future in a technological and material world by providing the foundations for learning and relating how materials are developed and used. Future areas include cabinet making, furniture construction, furniture finishing and carpentry.

The course is divided into three context areas: Materials, which explores the nature of materials; Design fundamentals; and use of Technology which focuses on skills, safety and production. A combination of traditional woodworking skills and new technology, such as the CNC laser and CNC Router, are used to complete projects and expose students to the production methods of the modern world.




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