Course: Agriculture 2 Unit
What will I be doing in this course?
Agriculture challenges students academically as well as providing students with a wide range of practical skills in the technologies of agriculture. The Preliminary course is studied in terms of plant and, animal production, management and social factors. Farm case studies are used to develop these areas of study. The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course themes but places greater emphasis on the place of the farm in the wider economic, environmental and social environment. Optional components include a self directed research project, developing research competencies or two electives that build on core studies and allow students to develop a wider range of knowledge and skills in an area of interest.

What should I be able to do at the end of the course?
The course will achieve the following broad outcomes in which the students should be able to:
·       describe and evaluate the role of agriculture in food and fibre production and in social context
·       develop and apply skills in animal husbandry and management of plants and resources
·       develop skills in effective research, and decision making.
·       evaluate technology and management techniques used in sustainable agricultural production and marketing
·       value and appreciate agriculture's contribution to society.

How will this course help me in the future?
The Agriculture Course will develop knowledge, skills and interest which will be an important grounding for post-secondary agricultural courses at universities, and for seeking employment in rural and related industries such as Horticulture and Landscaping, Animal Husbandry, Rural Journalism, Economics and Marketing.

The study of Agriculture in Years 7-10 is not necessary for this course. Agriculture may be taken with any combination of science subjects.

Course: Biology 2 Unit
What will I be doing in this course?
The content of this course is the study of living things. The Preliminary course examines a local ecosystem, the diversity of organisms and their requirements, life on Earth through time and the evolution of Australian biota. The HSC course investigates how organisms maintain a balance with their surroundings, the study of reproduction and genetics and the importance of communication. One elective will be studied in the HSC year.

How will this course help me in the future?
When combined with Physics or Chemistry, Biology provides an entry to careers in medicine, health, science, forestry and ecology. Studied alone the course is useful in planning for careers in food technology, family studies and teaching.

Course: Chemistry 2 Unit
What will I be doing in this course?
Chemistry is an experimentally based course that develops an understanding of the atomic structure of matter, compounds & chemical reactions.

The Preliminary Course focuses on the important foundations of our technological civilisation, namely, obtaining valuable chemicals from the Earth, Metals, Water and Energy. The HSC Course deals with applications of basic theory in Manufacturing, Monitoring & Management of chemicals and one OPTION investigating the chemistry of Shipwrecks, Movement, Art and Forensics.

What should I be able to do at the end of this course?
Students will be able to apply experimental skills in observation, manipulation, measurement and experimental design, as well as using Computers and Data-loggers to access information. This course will prepare students for further Tertiary studies in Science and Engineering.

How will this course help me in the future?
This course is an essential preparation for many Science-based Tertiary Courses. It is especially appropriate for students interested in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Industry, Metallurgy, Environmental Studies, Medicine & Health, Food Science and Chemical Engineering.
This is a demanding subject requiring a strong commitment to study.

Course: Earth & Environmental Science 2 Unit
What will I be doing in this course?
Earth Sciences is an experimentally and research-based course that develops an understanding and appreciation of our World at present and throughout its five billion year history.

In the Preliminary Course we focus on the formation of the Universe, Earth, origin of life and the drastic changes that have occurred in Earth’s Environments, especially those caused by Human activities.

The HSC course develops our understanding of the dynamically changing Earth caused by Tectonic movements, Environmental changes through time and a more caring management of the competing pressures of population and development on the Earth.

One Option will investigate Mining, Oceanography or Introduced Species.

How will this course help me in the future?
This subject is important preparation for students interested in pursuing further studies in Geology, Engineering, Metallurgy and Environmental Management & Monitoring. The future of Humanity on this planet demands people who are trained to balance sustainable economic development against the preservation of the Environment.

Course: Physics 2 Unit
What will I be doing in this course?
The content of the Preliminary Course includes techniques and the technologies involved in communication, how electricity is used in the home, a study the physics of motion, and an introduction to astronomy and the ways in which satellite technology is used to study the earth. This course develops necessary skills in data acquisition and analysis, and an introduction to mathematical modelling. Students will use data loggers and computers.

The content of the HSC Course builds on the skills and knowledge developed in the Preliminary Course. The topics include a study of how people can work in space and the techniques of studying the solar system; a study of AC power and the use of generators and transformers; a study of topics from modern physics, including the development of cathode ray tubes, quantum mechanics and superconductors.

There will be one Option studied at the HSC level. This will be chosen from :
Astrophysics.
From Quanta to Quarks.
The Age of Silicon. {Semiconductors, solid state electronics}

What should I be able to do at the end of this course?
Students will be able to apply experimental skills in observation, measurement and experimental design. You will develop an understanding of the development of modern physics at a level that prepares you for entry into most university courses.

How will this course help me in the future?
Physics is an essential preparation for many science based university courses. Students interested in medicine, aviation, engineering and the defence forces should consider selecting this subject.

Students wishing to choose Physics should have a strong background in science and mathematics in Year 10. This is a demanding subject requiring a solid foundation in these disciplines, and a strong commitment to study.

Course: Senior Science 2 Unit
What will I be doing in the course?
The course is designed to provide a broad understanding of Science and its application. The Preliminary course focuses on skill development and consolidation of the basic laws, theories and principles of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth and Environment science. This is achieved by investigating water for living plants, humans at work and a local ecosystem. The HSC course furthers the understanding of the laws and principles with a study of lifestyle chemistry, medical technology and information systems. One elective will be studied in the HSC year.

What should I be able to do at the end of the course?
Students will be able to critically appraise information and apply skills in observation, manipulation and experimental design. Students will plan and organise activities, work with others in teams, communicate ideas and information and be able to solve problems relating to key scientific concepts.

How will this course help me in the future?
This course provides an essential background to enable students to understand and appreciate the impact of Science on society. The course is useful in planning for a wide range of careers e.g. infants, primary teaching, ecology studies.

Course: Chemistry 2 Unit What will I be doing in this course? Chemistry is an experimentally based course that develops an understanding of the atomic structure of matter, compounds & chemical reactions.

Course: Chemistry 2 Unit
What will I be doing in this course?
Chemistry is an experimentally based course that develops an understanding of the atomic structure of matter, compounds & chemical reactions.