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Science

Course Summary

This course covers a wide variety of skills including problem solving, critical analysis, research and technological, along with the back ground knowledge required for senior school science classes. It is based on both practical and theoretical experiences.

The mapping of the SACSA framework to topics covered can be found here.

Topics Covered Semester 1
TopicDuration
Science Is Investigating2 weeks
Exploring the Universe/Space Travel4 weeks
How Cells Work4 weeks
Communications Technology3 weeks
Chemicals in the Environment3 weeks
Our Energy Future3 weeks
Total Semester 1 Course Length19 weeks

Topics Covered Semester 2
TopicDuration
Elements and Compounds4 weeks
Disease4 weeks
Our Genes / Species Survival5 weeks
Ecosystem Earth3 weeks
Forensics3 weeks
Total Semester 2 Course Length19 weeks

Course Requirements

Students need to maintain a Science Journal, which includes class work, practicals and homework. Each topic involves practicals to complete. Topics may also include research assignments, the use of technology and oral communication. Students much complete homework as required. Students are expected to develop skills in handling science equipment as well as being able to follow and complete scientific experiments. Students may be required to be involved in excursion work.

Student Text

The text book for this course is:

Stannard, P. and Williamson, K.
Science World 3
Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd, 2001

Study Requirements

Students are expected to spend time at home learning work covered in class. Students are required to finish set tasks. Students must spend time organising themselves to ensure work is learnt and revised.

Students are expected to complete homework 3 times a week with a maximum of 35 minutes per session. Some of this time will be spent learning work covered in class, but extra time will also be required to learn work covered.

Course Assessment

Students are required to complete the following

  • Topic Tests
  • Practical Reports
  • Oral Communication
  • Skills Assessments
  • Research Assignments
  • Presentation of Science Journal at the completion of each topic

Reporting Procedures

A written report is presented at the conclusion of each semester. Opportunities for Parent-Teacher interviews are also provided.

Attendance Policy

Students are expected to attend all lessons.

Promotions Policy

Students need to receive a satisfactory pass (C or better) to be prepared to enter Year 11 Science courses.

Assessment Dates Policy

Deadlines for set work need to be met. If they are not met, students will receive zero for that piece of work. Extensions need to be negotiated BEFORE the due date.