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Elective Handbook Year 7 2020

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Table of Contents

LANGUAGES ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5

CHINESE - LANGUAGE AND CULTURE LEVEL 1A ……………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………….5 CHINESE - LANGUAGE AND CULTURE LEVEL 1B …………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………….6

JAPANESE – LANGUAGE AND CULTURE LEVEL 1A ........................................................................................................................ 7 JAPANESE – LANGUAGE AND CULTURE LEVEL 1B ......................................................................................................................... 8 INDONESIAN – LANGUAGE AND CULTURE LEVEL 1A .................................................................................................................... 9 INDONESIAN – LANGUAGE AND CULTURE LEVEL 1B .................................................................................................................. 10

THE ARTS – DANCE ................................................................................................................................................................. 11

HIP-HOP ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 MUSICAL THEATRE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12 SITE SPECIFIC .............................................................................................................................................................................. 13 WORLD DANCE ........................................................................................................................................................................... 14

THE ARTS – DRAMA ................................................................................................................................................................ 15

CLOWNING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 15 MUSICAL THEATRE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 16 MAKING A MOVIE ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17 AUSTRALIAN THEATRE ................................................................................................................................................................ 18

THE ARTS – MUSIC ................................................................................................................................................................. 19

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC .............................................................................................................................................................. 19 ELECTRONIC MUSIC .................................................................................................................................................................... 20 DRUMBEAT ................................................................................................................................................................................. 21

THE ARTS – VISUAL ................................................................................................................................................................. 22

MIX IT, CUT IT, SHOW IT .............................................................................................................................................................. 22 CLAY MONSTERS......................................................................................................................................................................... 23

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION ........................................................................................................................................... 24

SPORTS ACADEMY: FOOTBALL CODES ............................................................................................................................................. 24 SPORTS ACADEMY: COURT SPORTS ................................................................................................................................................ 25 SPORTS ACADEMY: RUGBY CODES .................................................................................................................................................. 26 SPORTS ACADEMY: NETBALL ......................................................................................................................................................... 27

TECHNOLOGY – FOOD ............................................................................................................................................................ 28

BASIC COOKING .......................................................................................................................................................................... 28 LUNCHES .................................................................................................................................................................................... 29

TECHNOLOGY – INDUSTRIAL .................................................................................................................................................. 30

INTRODUCTION TO TIMBER 1 ..................................................................................................................................................... 30 INTRODUCTION TO TIMBER 2 ..................................................................................................................................................... 31 INTRODUCTION TO PLASTICS ..................................................................................................................................................... 32 INTRODUCTION TO METAL 1 ...................................................................................................................................................... 33 INTRODUCTION TO STICKER MAKING ........................................................................................................................................ 34

TECHNOLOGY – INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY ....................................................................................... 35

ROBITICS ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 35 INTELLIGENT APPS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 36

WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………..37 BUSINESS INNOVATIONS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….38

TECHNOLOGY – TEXTILES........................................................................................................................................................ 39

PRACTICAL SEWING .................................................................................................................................................................... 40 FAB FELTING ............................................................................................................................................................................... 41 WEAVING ................................................................................................................................................................................... 42 CHRISTMAS CRAFT ..................................................................................................................................................................... 43

Year 7 Elective Handbook This Handbook outlines:

● Aims of the elective program;

● Mandatory Music and Languages;

● Electives available to students in Year 7 at MacKillop Catholic College;

● Possible study pathways from year 7 to12; and,

● Process of elective selection.

The aim of the elective program

The aim of the electives program is to give students a range of opportunities to study subjects that

fit their current learning needs / interests or in which they will ultimately specialise.

Attached to this handbook please find a copy of the Year 7 Elective Choice Form. The Elective Choice

Form contains an overview of all the electives that we intend to offer to our Year 7 students each term for

the next year.

Year 7 students will study 2 electives each term. Although the matrix has been constructed carefully

using information from our previous groups of students, the combination of electives offered will most

likely not allow all students to get their first choice every term. Also, if the number of students choosing

an elective is too small, that elective may not be offered. Please follow the process carefully as outlined

on the elective matrix.

Significant time on the first day of Term 1, will be dedicated to ensuring students are satisfied with their

subject pathways for the year ahead.

Please consider the following checklist when choosing electives:

1. Languages (Blue): Year 7 students must study a language for two terms (1 Semester).

Languages are offered on both lines in Semester One.

2. Digital Technologies (Purple): Year 7 students must study Digital Technologies for one term.

3. Variety: Students are advised to study at least one elective from each of the following Key

Learning Areas – The Arts (Orange)(Music, Dance, Drama, Media, or Visual), Technology (Green)

(Food, Information, Industrial and Textiles), to ensure a range and balance of electives are covered.

4. Senior Study: Some electives are considered necessary or beneficial for Senior

Study (read recommendations for Senior Study under each elective)

5. Music students (Red): Year 7 students must study Instrumental Music for one term.

Students who find music enjoyable are strongly encouraged to join the College Instrumental

Music Program to continue developing their instrumental skills. Alternatively, students can

continue to develop their musical skills through the various music electives offered. Students who

want to study music in senior school need to take at least one semester of music in both year 8 and

9. Students wishing to further their study of music should consult with the music curriculum

coordinator to develop the best path of study.

6. Semester electives: Some of the electives are semester units (studied over two terms).

7. Students are permitted to study an elective once only.

Please complete the Elective Selection Sheet by 5pm Wednesday, 20th November 2019. This is

essential for the development of the Elective Timetable for each student, and to make possible the

opportunity for each student to study as many of their preferred electives as possible. If you have

any questions, please contact Mr. Rodney Plummer at the College on 08 89305712.

LANGUAGES

COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This subject is an introduction to the language and culture of China.

● Students will develop oral and listening skills, as well as an

understanding of cultural norms through the topics of greetings,

numbers, classroom language and family;

Students will learn about cultural festivals in China, such a Chinese New Year;

● Students will also learn to read and write Chinese characters using both

Pinyin and Simplified Chinese Characters;

● Materials will be gathered from a variety of current textbooks, authentic texts and ICT

applications will also be explored by students to aid their learning;

● There will also be opportunities to explore Chinese modern culture by

watching animation, playing traditional games and activities.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Chinese (Mandarin) is one of the four priority Asian languages identified by the Federal Government

for Australian students. The study of Chinese (Mandarin) language and culture is also linked to the

Australian Curriculum priorities of ‘Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia’ and ‘Intercultural

Understanding’.

ASSESSMENT:

● Reading and writing assessment includes digital presentations about families

● Oral assessment includes a short self-introduction speech (using Pinyin).

● Listening activities about numbers

● Class work will also be considered in the final assessment

SPECIAL NOTES:

This subject is essential for students who wish to continue Chinese study in Semester 2 in 2020 and beyond.

COST: $20 Cost covers notebook, display folder and ingredients for cooking and cultural activities.

Introduction to Chinese Language and Culture 1A Code: FC101

Contact teacher: Ms. Candice Slingerland

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester

COURSE DESCRIPTOR: This subject continues from FC101 and explores the language and culture of China.

Students will:

● Develop oral and listening skills, as well as an understanding of cultural

norms through the topics of festivals and the Chinese Opera;

● Explore and discuss regional differences surrounding traditional clothing and dance; ● Create oral texts to talk about their likes and dislikes.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Chinese is one of the four priority Asian languages identified by the Federal Government for Australian

students. The study of Chinese language and culture is also linked to the Australian Curriculum priorities

of ‘Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia’ and ‘Intercultural Understanding’. Research shows

additional language study enhances children’s thinking skills and cognitive function.

ASSESSMENT:

● Tests about Simplified Chinese Characters and short compositions (in Chinese).

● Oral assessment includes role-play, conversation or digital story.

● Listening comprehension activities relating to the Chinese Opera and clothing.


SPECIAL NOTES: It is expected that students have completed FC101 or 6 months of Chinese to be eligible for this

subject. This subject is essential for students who wish to study Chinese in 2021 and leads to a

Continuers Language course in Senior School.

COST: $40 Cost covers cost of Immersion Day activity that includes travel to Darwin CBD for Scavenger Hunt and lunch at a Chinese restaurant.

Chinese Language and Culture -1B Code: FC102



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This subject is an introduction to the language and culture of Japan.

● Students will develop oral and listening skills, as well as an understanding of

cultural norms through the topics of greetings, numbers, classroom language

and food;

● Students will also learn to read and write the Hiragana script, as well as

some characters from the Katakana and Kanji scripts;

● Materials will be gathered from a variety of current textbooks, authentic texts and ICT

applications will also be explored by students to aid their learning;

● There will also be opportunities to explore Japanese modern culture by

watching animation, playing traditional games and a food related activity.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Japanese is one of the four priority Asian languages identified by the Federal Government for

Australian students. The study of Japanese language and culture is also linked to the Australian

Curriculum priorities of ‘Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia’ and ‘Intercultural Understanding’.

ASSESSMENT:

● Script tests and short compositions (in Japanese).

● Oral assessment includes a short self-introduction speech

● Listening activities about numbers


SPECIAL NOTES:

This subject is essential for students who wish to continue Japanese study in Semester 2 in 2020 and beyond.

COST: $40

Covers cost of ‘Hiragana in 48 Minutes’ Workbook ($22.95), display folder, printed

notes and supplies for food and cultural activities.

Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture 1A Code: FJ101



COURSE DESCRIPTOR: This subject continues from FJ101 and explores the language and culture of Japan.

Students will:

● Develop oral and listening skills, as well as an understanding of cultural norms through the topics

of family and places;

● Learn to type in Japanese and use their computers to create

written digital presentations;

● Explore and discuss regional differences and family life using a contemporary

Japanese film and other media;

● Learn new Kanji characters relating to adjectives, families and days

of the week;

● Create oral texts to talk about their likes and dislikes.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Japanese is one of the four priority Asian languages identified by the Federal Government for Australian

students. The study of Japanese language and culture is also linked to the Australian Curriculum priorities

of ‘Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia’ and ‘Intercultural Understanding’. Research shows

additional language study enhances children’s thinking skills and cognitive function

ASSESSMENT:

● Reading and writing assessment includes digital presentations about families

● Oral assessment includes role-play, conversation or digital story

● Listening comprehension activities relating to families and places


SPECIAL NOTES: It is expected that students have completed FJ101 or 6 months of Japanese to be eligible for this

subject. This subject is leads to a Continuers Language course in Senior School.

COST: $10 Cost covers printed materials and supplies for cultural activities.

Japanese Language and Culture -1B

Code: FJ102



COURSE DESCRIPTOR: This subject is an introduction to the language and culture of Indonesia. Students will:

● Develop oral and listening skills, as well as an understanding of cultural norms through the topics of

greetings, numbers and classroom language;

● Learn how to introduce themselves and communicate about their families, friends and culture in Indonesia;

● Use Units 1-3 of the text Mari Kita Belajar Bahasa Indonesia Kelas 7, as well as authentic texts and

ICT applications to aid their learning;

● Research Indonesia’s main islands and explore the diversity of Indonesian culture through fun and exciting tasks such as songs, dance, mask, puppet making and cooking. RECOMMENDATIONS: Indonesian is one of four priority Asian languages identified by the Federal Government for Australian

students. The study of Indonesian language and culture is also strongly linked to the Australian Curriculum

priorities of ‘Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia’ and ‘Intercultural Understanding’. Research shows

additional language study enhances children’s thinking skills and

cognitive function.

ASSESSMENT:

Famous Family Oral Task

Reading/Listening comprehension

Fakebook Written Assignment

Cultural Research about the geography of Indonesia and performing arts

SPECIAL NOTES: This subject is essential for students who wish to continue with FI102 in Semester 2 and beyond.

COST: $20 Cost covers notebook, display folder and ingredients for cooking and cultural activities.

Introduction to Indonesian Language and Culture – 1A

Code: FI101

Contact Teacher: Ms. Candice Slingerland


COURSE DESCRIPTOR: This subject continues from FI101 and assumes at least six months study of Indonesian. Students will:

Continue to develop their oral and written language skills to communicate about topics related to

school, time, daily routines, directions and animals;

Learn about time and space in Indonesian;

Use their Indonesian in a practical way when finding their way around

Darwin City using directions;

Enjoy food at an Indonesian Restaurant;

Use a variety of current textbooks including Units 4&5 of the text Mari Kita

Belajar Bahasa Indonesia – Kelas 7, authentic texts and ICT applications.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Indonesian is one of four priority Asian languages identified by the Federal Government for Australian

students. The study of Indonesian language and culture is also strongly linked to the Australian Curriculum

priorities of ‘Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia’ and ‘Intercultural Understanding’. Research shows

foreign language study enhances children’s thinking skills and cognitive function.

ASSESSMENT:

Listening and reading comprehension

Create a school timetable

Cultural research about various calendars in Indonesia

Classwork will be considered in their final assessment

SPECIAL NOTES: It is expected that students have completed FI101 or 6 months of Indonesian to be eligible for this subject. COST: $40 Cost covers cost of Immersion Day activity that includes travel to Darwin CBD for Scavenger Hunt and lunch at an Indonesian restaurant.

Indonesian Language and Culture – 1B

Code: FI102

Contact Teacher: Ms. Candice Slingerland


THE ARTS – DANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This unit will focus on building student’s knowledge, understanding, and skills of Dance. They will explore aspects of Dance technique, composition and performance. This course will have a Hip Hop/ Street Dance focus. Students work both independently and collaboratively to produce performance work, choreographic pieces and analytic writing.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

There are no prerequisites for this unit as it is an introductory course.

Dance is for students with an interest in Dance.

This unit caters for those with previous Dance training as well as those who have little or no previous experience.

Students must be committed, cooperative, have a proactive attitude and be willing to perform in front of an audience if they wish to be successful.

Students are expected to perform at the Year 07 Welcome Dinner. ASSESSMENT:

Teacher taught and student choreographed performance and written reflection. Student research of Hip Hop Dance and Choreographers. Ability to work as part of a team/ workshop ideas.

COST: $20 Cost covers class workshops and class materials; equipment, costumes, props.

Hip-Hop

Code: DA101

Contact teacher: Mrs Mattison

COURSE LENGTH: One Term

THE ARTS – DANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This unit will focus on building student’s knowledge, understanding, and skills of Dance. They will explore aspects of Dance technique, composition and performance. This course will have a Musical Theatre (Wicked) focus. Students work both independently and collaboratively to produce performance work, choreographic pieces and analytic writing.

RECOMMENDATIONS:





Students are expected to perform at Dance Night at the end of the semester.

If students are interested in participating in the 2020 Musical they are required to take this class.

ASSESSMENT:

Teacher taught and student choreographed performance and written reflection. Student research of history of Musical Theatre/Tap and choreographers. Ability to work as part of a team/ workshop ideas.


Musical Theatre

Code: DA102



THE ARTS – DANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This unit will focus on building student’s knowledge, understanding, and skills of Dance. Students study choreography using a site specified by their teacher as a stimulus. The unit explores different spaces where dance can occur and provides students with the opportunity to choreograph their own work in a specific space. Students investigate and examine the features of the space and how these features could be incorporated in their dance work.

RECOMMENDATIONS:





Students work will be filmed and presented at Dance Night at the end of semester. ASSESSMENT

Student choreographed performance and written reflection. Research and analysis of site-specific dance companies Ability to work as part of a team/ workshop ideas.


Site Specific

Code: DA103



THE ARTS – DANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This unit will focus on building student’s knowledge, understanding, and skills of Dance. They will explore aspects of Dance techniques across a range of cultures. Students make dancing visits to China, India, Africa, Samoa, America and New Zealand before their return to Australia. They learn dance steps from each of the countries and create their own versions of them. Students are then transported on a world tour to the countries where they perform their new dances.

RECOMMENDATIONS:





Students are expected to perform at Dance Night at the end of the semester. ASSESSMENT:

Teacher taught and student choreographed performance and written reflection. Student research of history of dance in different cultures. Ability to work as part of a team/ workshop ideas.


World Dance

Code: DA104

Contact teacher: Miss Mattison


THE ARTS – DRAMA

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This unit will focus on building students’ knowledge, understanding, and skills of Drama. They will explore comedy and the history of clowning through both practical and written components. Students will develop skills in body language, emotions, use of voice, movement, space, improvisation and interpretation. Students work both independently and in groups to write and produce skits and to complete written tasks.

RECOMMENDATIONS:


Drama is for students with an interest in Drama and caters to those who have done Drama outside of school as well as those with little or no previous experience.


ASSESSMENT:

Forming Task Clowning Skit- With Written Reflections

Clowning Booklet

Ability to work as part of a team/ workshop ideas.

COST: $20 Cost covers class workshops and class materials; face paint, costumes, props.

Clowning

Code: DR101



THE ARTS – DRAMA

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This unit will focus on building students’ knowledge, understanding, and skills of Drama. It is your chance to shine like a star and show off your true acting capabilities as a performer. Or if you'd prefer, you can demonstrate your design skills behind the scenes, perhaps by working on costume or lighting. This unit focuses on the school Musical Theatre performance of Wicked. RECOMMENDATIONS:




If students are interested in participating in the 2020 Musical they are required to take this class.

ASSESSMENT:

Forming Task - Play - With Written Reflections

Process Journal



Musical Theatre

Code: DR102



THE ARTS – DRAMA

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This unit will focus on building students’ knowledge, understanding, and skills of Drama. They will use drama practical work and documentary response to demonstrate a variety of explorative strategies to show that they have fully explored the character, scene or stimuli they’ve been working on. Students will learn film techniques and apply these to create a movie on a chosen topic.

RECOMMENDATIONS:




ASSESSMENT:

Forming Task Movie - With Written Reflections

Storyboard and Process Journal


COST: $20 Cost covers class workshops and class materials; equipment, technology, costumes, props.

Making a Movie

Code: DR103



THE ARTS – DRAMA

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This unit examines Australian Theatre. Students identify and connect specific features and purposes of drama from contemporary and past times to explore viewpoints and enrich their drama making, starting with drama in Australia and including drama of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. RECOMMENDATIONS:




ASSESSMENT:

Performing from a script - With Written Reflections

Forming – creative input throughout the production process.


COST: $20 Cost covers class workshops and class materials; equipment, masks, costumes, props.

Australian Theatre

Code: DR104



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

The Compulsory Instrumental Music course provides students with the opportunity to learn a musical

instrument. Students will learn the appropriate technique on their chosen instrument and will learn

to play a selection of pieces. Students will develop their musical knowledge through study of

musicianship, including notation, dynamics, texture, tempo, rhythm and time signatures. Students

furthermore develop their ability to practice and perform individually and in group settings.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

There are no prerequisites for this subject.

Families are encouraged to support their child in the practice of their instrument and discuss

their music making. Students are furthermore encouraged to use the music facilities available to them

during lunch times, recess times or after school to practice on their instrument.

After completing the Compulsory Instrumental Music Course, if student wish to continue learning

an instrument they are invited to sign up to the MacKillop Catholic College Instrumental Music

program.

ASSESSMENT: Two major assessments provide students with opportunities to demonstrate their learning:

Musicianship test

Performance

COST: $10

Compulsory Instrumental Music

Code: IM101

Contact Teacher: Mrs. Kathryn Ezzy


COURSE DESCRIPTOR: The Electronic Music course introduces students to Sony ACID Music Studio software, a professional

digital audio workstation. Students will learn how to create, manipulate, sequence, synchronize,

align and edit music samples and loops to create a computer

based composition. Students will study key musical terms

associated with the field of study, as well as theory and

practical concepts relevant to using technology to make

music. Students will have multiple opportunities to apply

their newly learnt skills and will be required to complete

weekly tasks as well as a major composition.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Students need to have a laptop and headphones to take this course

There are no prerequisites to undertake this unit.

We would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in a career in audio editing and

production.

ASSESSMENT:

Two major assessments provide students with opportunities to demonstrate their learning:

Folio of weekly tasks

Composition of a piece of electronic music and a written reflection COST: $15

Electronic Music

Code: EM101

Contact Teachers: Mrs. Kathryn Ezzy


COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

DRUMBEAT® is an acronym for Discovering Relationships Using Music, Beliefs, Emotions, Attitudes and Thoughts. The DRUMBEAT® program has five core elements; Core Rhythms, Discussion, Rhythm Games, Improvisation and Performance. The Core Elements develop students’ social skills and connection and also sequentially develops their musical skill, knowledge and application. The elective provides students with multiple opportunities to apply their newly learnt skills and develops students’ compositional and performance skills.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

There are no prerequisites for this course.

ASSESSMENT:

Two major assessments provide students with opportunities to demonstrate their learning:

Musicianship test

Performance

COST: $10

DRUMBEAT

Code: DM101

Contact Teachers: Mrs. Kathryn Ezzy


THE ARTS – VISUAL

COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This unit a i m s t o e s t a b l i s h the f u n d a m e n t a l s k i l l s o f drawing and colour theory. This unit establishes the essential principles of art and arts language. This unit will teach students how to realistically represent what they see, on paper. Included are some helpful hints on how to use the right side of the brain; the side of the brain that deals with creativity. Students will learn some of the elements and principals o f a r t , s u c h a s l i n e , t o n e , p r o p o r t i o n , balance, contrast, perspective and positive and negative space. This unit will explore complimentary and Contrasting colour; warm and cool colours; making and mixing colours; colours to stir your audience and communicate subtle messages; and expressing emotion through colour. Different paint applications will also be explored. If time permits they will also do a small introduction to printmaking. Selected Term 1 and Term 2 students will display in the Royal Darwin and Fred Pass Show, selected Term 3 and Term 4 students will display at the end of year MacKillop Catholic College Visual Art Exhibition.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

This course is ideal for students that have had no exposure to the Visual Arts in Primary school. Or if

student wants to do Visual Arts in later years, this will give a good foundation to build upon.

ASSESSMENT:

Consisting of:

An Artwork Analysis (30%);

A major work (30%); and

Folio of experimental work (40%)

COST: $30 Cost covers art materials and supplies.

Mix it, Cut it, Show it

Code: VA101

Contact teacher: Mrs Sherri Bryers


COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This unit was created to introduce students to ceramics. Students will learn the basic techniques and

processes of creating artworks with clay. Students will learn about and use the equipment needed to

produce a clay artwork, such as clay tools, glazes and the kiln. This is a fun project based unit.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

This course is ideal for students that love to create with their hands.

ASSESSMENT: Consisting of:

Folio of experimental work (40%);

Artwork Analysis (30%); and

A major work. (30%).

COST: $30

Cost covers ceramic supplies and resources.

Clay Monsters - Ceramics

Code: VA105

Contact teacher: Mrs Sherri Bryers


HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

COURSE DESCRIPTOR: This Sports Academy elective lays the foundations for further specialised classes in the Year 8, 9 and 10

Sports Academy classes, Certificate III Fitness, and senior Physical Education. Throughout this elective,

students will learn in, about and through a range of football codes such as Rugby League, Australian

Football League, Soccer, Touch Football and Rugby Union. This unit exposes students to a range of

opportunities in the sporting industry and enables them to develop their health and fitness.

RECOMMENDATIONS: There are no prerequisites for this class, however a love to move is ideal! Whereby numbers are over

capacity for this course, students will be selected based on their intention to continue into further Sports

Academy classes.

ASSESSMENT: Students will be assessed in the following area:

Practical and theoretical assessments;

Knowledge and understanding of football rules and regulations;

Analysis and reflection of game play strategies and decisions; and

Initiative and collaboration in individual and team learning environments.

COST: Approximately $75 Cost is based on 20

students and covers all

excursions, specialist

coaches and equipment.

SPORTS ACADEMY: Footy Codes

Code: SA101

HPE Curriculum Coordinator: Miss Tahnee Gale

Course Length: One Term

COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This Sports Academy elective lays the foundations for further specialised classes in the Year 8, 9 and 10

Sports Academy classes, Certificate III Fitness, and senior Physical Education. Throughout this elective,

students will learn in, about and through court sports such as Netball, Basketball, Badminton and

Volleyball. This unit exposes students to a range of opportunities in the sporting industry and enables

them to develop their health and fitness.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

There are no prerequisites for this class, however a love to move is ideal! Whereby numbers are over

capacity for this course, students will be selected based on their suitability and intention to continue into

further Sports Academy classes.

ASSESSMENT:

Students will be assessed in the following areas:

Practical and theoretical assessments;

Knowledge and understanding of court sport rules and regulations;



COST: Approximately $75 Cost is based on 20 students and covers all

excursions, specialist coaches and equipment.

SPORTS ACADEMY: Court Sports

Code: SA102



COURSE DESCRIPTOR: This Sports Academy elective allows students to

focus more specifically on playing Rugby Codes at a

higher level. It offers them a taste of the Year 8

Rugby Sports Academy course and has a strong

connection with our very own Saints Rugby Union &

League Club. There are many links to future studies

offered in the College, including the Certificate III

Fitness and senior Physical Education courses.

Throughout this elective, students will learn in,

about and through Rugby Codes and enables them

to develop their health and fitness. Learning

experiences include playing in various

environments, teams and competition levels and training with experienced teams both internally and

externally, including linking with the College Saints Rugby Union and League Club. RECOMMENDATIONS:

There are no prerequisites for this class, however a love to move is ideal! Whereby numbers are over

capacity for this course, students will be selected based on their intention to continue into further Sports

Academy classes. ASSESSMENT:

Students will be assessed in the following areas:

Practical and theoretical

assessment;

Knowledge and understanding of Rugby Codes rules and regulations;

Analysis and reflection of

game play strategies and decisions; and


COST: Approximately $75 Cost is based on 20 students and covers all excursions, specialist coaches and equipment.

SPORTS ACADEMY:

Rugby Codes

Code: SA103



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This Sports Academy elective allows students to focus more specifically on playing Netball at a higher level.

It offers them a taste of the Year 8 Sports Academy Netball course. There are many links to future studies

offered in the College, including the Certificate III Fitness and senior Physical Education courses.

Throughout this elective, students will learn in, about and through Netball while developing their health

and fitness. Learning experiences include play in various environments, teams and competition levels,

training with experienced teams both internally and/or externally and incursions/excursions with the

Netball Sports Academy classes. RECOMMENDATIONS:

There are no prerequisites for this class, however a love to move is ideal!

ASSESSMENT:

Students will be assessed in the following areas within their participation of court sessions:

Practical and theoretical assessment;

Knowledge and understanding of

Netball rules and regulations;


Initiative and collaboration in

individual and team learning environments.

COST: $Approximately $75 Cost is based on 20 students and covers all excursions, specialist coaches and equipment.

SPORTS ACADEMY: Netball

Code: SA104



TECHNOLOGY – FOOD

COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This unit is based on the skilling up of students in vital kitchen operations and

increasing their understanding of important nutritional considerations as they

mature. Students will research, plan and prepare a selection of meal options

that utilise basic cooking methods and consider nutritious and varied food

options for each meal of the day.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Foundation skills acquisition is important for students in year 7. For students who elect to take successive

courses in Food Technology throughout year 7 please note that foundation skills will be varied to suit

individual skill levels, for example: a student who undertakes Food Technology in terms 1 and 2 will not be

required to repeat the Foundation Skills short course per terms 1 & 2 but will rather work on an individual

skills acquisition project regarding more complex kitchen equipment and hone essential skills.

ASSESSMENTS:

Written practical assessments will be undertaken by students; Assessments of practical food items that have been produced; and Student engagement and participation in group activities will also be assessed.

SPECIAL NOTES:

Observation of the workplace safety issues pertaining to kitchen operations is important. A mature

attitude to the use of all equipment and mandatory rules is required. Covered shoes must be worn and

students with long hair must tie

it up neatly.

COST: $50

Cost covers recipe ingredients and kitchen maintenance.

Kitchen Operations – Basic Cooking

Code: FT101

Contact teacher: Mrs Tammy Woodward


COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This unit is based on the skilling up of students in vital kitchen operations and increasing their

understanding of important nutritional considerations as they mature. Students will research, plan and

prepare a selection of dishes that utilise basic cooking methods and consider nutritious and varied food

options for lunch time meals.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Foundation skills acquisition is important for students in year 7. For students who elect to take successive

courses in Food Technology throughout year 7 please note that foundation skills will be varied to suit

individual skill levels, for example: a student who undertakes Food Technology in terms 1 and 2 will not be

required to repeat the Foundation Skills short course per terms 1 & 2 but will rather work on an individual

skills acquisition project regarding more complex kitchen equipment and hone essential skills.

ASSESSMENTS:

Written practical assessments will be undertaken by students; Assessments of practical food items that have been produced; and Student engagement and participation in group activities will also be assessed.

SPECIAL NOTES:

Observation of the workplace safety issues

pertaining to kitchen operations is

important. A mature attitude to the use of

all equipment and mandatory rules is

required. Covered shoes must be worn and

students with long hair must tie it up neatly.

COST: $50

Cost covers recipe ingredients and kitchen maintenance.

Kitchen Operations - Lunches

Code: FT105

Contact teacher: Mrs Tammy Woodward


TECHNOLOGY – INDUSTRIAL

COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

Leather shoes must be worn in the workshop at all times.

Students will develop a range of basic timber skills including cutting,

sanding, planning, nailing, measuring and gluing. They will use a range of

traditional and electric hand tools including: hammers, chisels, mallets,

saws, drills, planes and sanders. Students will be instructed in simple

drawing techniques and use them to

customise their project.

Students will undertake instruction in the assembly of simple timber products that employ the use of

simple joints and construction techniques. They will be introduced to the design process in order to

customise their product for a specific use or user.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

No previous experience is required as all projects are aimed at beginner level. The skills learnt in this unit will

prepare students for further study in Design and Technology.

ASSESSMENT:

Student Assessment will be based upon the successful completion

of their timber project and the associated design folio and theory work.

COST: $17

Cost covers materials, personal protective equipment and

machine maintenance.

.

INTRODUCTION TO TIMBER 1 (Timber Box)

Code: DT101

Contact teacher: Mr. Paul Dimmick


COURSE DESCRIPTOR:


Students will develop a range of basic timber skills including cutting, sanding, planning, nailing,

measuring and gluing. They will use a range of traditional and electric hand tools including:

hammers, chisels, mallets, saws, drills, planes and sanders. Students will be instructed in simple

drawing techniques and use them to customise their project.

Students will undertake instruction in the assembly of simple timber products that employ the use of

simple joints and construction techniques. They will be introduced to the design process in order to

customise their product for a specific use or user.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

No previous experience is required as all projects are aimed at beginner level. The skills learnt in this unit will


ASSESSMENT:

Student Assessment will be based upon the successful completion

of their timber project and the associated design folio and theory work.

COST: $17

Cost covers materials, personal protective equipment and machine maintenance.

INTRODUCTION TO TIMBER 2 (Small Timber Project)

Code: DT102



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:


Students will develop a range of skills including cutting, shaping, drilling, measuring and gluing. They will

use a range of traditional and electric hand tools including saws, files, drills, and specialist shaping

moulding equipment. Students will undertake instruction in the assembly of simple plastic products that

employ the use of simple construction techniques. They will be introduced to the design process in order

to customise their product for a specific use or user. RECOMMENDATIONS:

No previous experience is required. All projects are aimed at beginners’ level.

The skills taught in the unit will prepare students for further study in Design and Technology.

ASSESSMENT:

Student Assessment will be based upon

the successful completion of their

Plastic project and the associated design

folio and theory work.

COST: $17

Cost covers materials, personal protective

equipment and machine maintenance.

INTRODUCTION TO PLASTICS

Code: DP101



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:


Students will develop a range of basic Metal Workshop skills including

cutting, shaping, drilling, measuring, riveting and spot welding.

They will use a range of traditional and electric hand tools including

hammers, saws, mallets, punches, drills, pop riveters and spot

welders. Students will undertake instruction in the assembly of simple

sheet-metal products that employ the use of simple construction

techniques. They will be introduced

to the design process in order to customise their product for a specific use or user.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

No previous experience is required as all projects are aimed at beginners’ level. The skills learnt in this unit will


ASSESSMENT:

Student Assessment will be based upon the successful completion of their metal project and the

associated design folio and theory work.

COST: $15

Cost covers materials and personal protective equipment.

INTRODUCTION TO METAL 1 (Wind Chimes)

Code: DM101



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

Students will experience an introduction to the world of Graphic Design

through the creation of a folio of original vinyl stickers. They will use

dedicated Computer Programs to transform black and white images

into coloured vinyl stickers using the College’s own CNC sticker cutter.

Students will be guided through the design process and will progress

from creating simple designs through to complex projects.

RECOMEDATIONS:

No previous experience is required, as all projects are aimed at beginner level. The skills learnt in this unit

will prepare students for further study in Design and Technology.

ASSESSMENT:

Student assessment will be based on the successful production of a range of Custom Vinyl Stickers and

associated design folio and theory work.

COST: $16

Cost covers materials, software licensing and equipment maintenance.

INTRODUCTION TO STICKER MAKING

Code: DS101



TECHNOLOGY – DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

Robotics is an engaging way of introducing programming, artificial intelligence and machine learning. It

promotes diverse thinking and provides the students with interesting opportunities to practice collaborative

problem solving. The application of AI, and use of Raspberry PI, Arduinos, and breadboards are the other

components that the students can explore to develop innovative solutions.

Students will:

Review intelligent robots and its applications;

Application of AI and machine learning and develop programming skills

Create own innovative designs with Raspberry PI or

EV3 ASSESSMENT:

Research task; evaluation of Robotic applications in real world scenarios - 40%

Select an area of interest in the application of Robots (medical, car manufacturing); evaluation

of a selected design and its application- 30%

Develop a project to develop your own product - brainstorming, planning, development and

evaluation. -30% COST: $30

Cost covers Raspberry PI and EV3 sets and programming software.

Information Technology

Robotics – Artificial Intelligence

Code: IT101

Contact teacher: Mrs Vanaja Arakkal


COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

Intelligent systems and applications are controlling many decisions we make these days. Shutterstock The machines haven't taken over. Not yet at least. However, they are seeping their way into our lives, affecting how we live, work and entertain ourselves. From voice-powered personal assistants like Siri and Alexa, to more underlying and fundamental technologies such as behavioral algorithms, suggestive searches and autonomously-powered self-driving vehicles boasting powerful predictive capabilities, there are several examples and applications of artificial intelligence in use today. RECOMMENDATIONS: Students will:

Review how intelligent systems are affecting our lives – practical experience, for example, Google

Home;

Practical application of intelligent systems in shopping, using online tools.

ASSESSMENT:

Evaluation of existing applications

Select an area of interest in the application of Robots (medical, car manufacturing); and

Develop a project to develop your own product - brainstorming, planning, development and

evaluation. COST: $15

Cost covers software, Google Home and other innovations for practical


How things work: Intelligent Applications -Beginners

Code: IT102



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

Students are provided with the opportunity to create wearable electronics.

Smart Textiles

These types of projects typically incorporate the use of a microcontroller which is ‘embedded’ within the control system. Examples of common microcontrollers include Arduino, Hummingbird and Raspberry Pi.

Wearable/Sewable electronics such as the Arduino LilyPad are a form of wearable electronics that enable

students to demonstrate their creativity incorporating the use of electronics with textiles. These pieces of

tech are highly compatible with costume design or interactive arts projects.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

There is no prerequisite for the course.

ASSESSMENT: Build wearable electronics Planning -30% Designing the prototype -40% Development – 15% Testing and evaluation -15%

COST: $30

(The cost covers the materials needed for the projects)


Wearable Electronics

Code: IT103



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

This course is focused on Business Innovations and the business improvements by the application of

relevant technology. Students will explore a range of applications for marketing and to gain the competitive

edge to thrive in the market. This will include developing business publications using Adobe applications.

Reviewing real case studies related to Business in NT will help students to understand the challenges in the

business world.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

There is no prerequisite for the course ASSESSMENT:

Review of 2 of the best IT businesses and the reasons - 20%;

Building your own business – marketing -30%

Business strategies and application of technology to promote and

Maintain the challenges. COST: $30

Cost covers software licenses.


Business Innovations

Code: IT104

Contact teacher Mrs Vanaja Arakkal


TECHNOLOGY – TEXTILES

COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

Students will work through a series of lessons that will provide

them with foundation skills in hand sewing and using a sewing

machine. Once they have successfully completed these

sessions they will make a basic garment. Throughout the year

students will be given the

opportunity to investigate and create with various materials.

They will use a variety of skills and techniques to create a final

piece of their choice.

RECOMMENDATIONS: No prior skills and knowledge required to enrol in this subject.

ASSESSMENTS:

Successful completion of a foundation skills assessment. Additional coaching after school will be

available to assist students complete this section of the course.

Participation in planning and completing a range of textile projects.

SPECIAL NOTES:

Working together in the textiles room requires a high level of

cooperation as items such as sewing machines, scissors, pins and

needles are used. Closed in shoes and hair tied back neatly at all times,

is essential.

COST: $50

Cost covers materials.

PRACTICAL SEWING

Code: TX105

Contact Teacher: Mrs Tammy Woodward


COURSE DESCRIPTION: Felting is an exciting process. In this course students will explore the history of wet felting to gain a detailed understanding of the techniques and processes. Students will produce basic felted sample items and will progress on to producing a final piece of their choice using this technique. RECOMMENDATIONS: No prior skills and knowledge required to enroll in this subject. ASSESSMENTS:

● Successful completion of a foundation skills assessment. Additional coaching after school will be available to assist students complete this section of the course.

● Participation in the development of creating a garment and completion of the garment to a wearable standard.

● Participation in planning and completing a range of textile projects. SPECIAL NOTES: Working together in the textiles room requires a high level of cooperation as items such as sewing machines, scissors, pins and needles are used. Closed in shoes and hair tied back neatly at all times is essential. COST: $50 to cover materials

FAB FELTING

Code: TX107



COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this Weaving elective students will commence the course by researching the history of weaving techniques across Australia. They will then collect a range of fibres to undertake a weaving project of their own. RECOMMENDATIONS: No prior skills and knowledge required to enroll in this subject. ASSESSMENTS:

● Successful completion of a foundation skills assessment. Additional coaching after school will be available to assist students complete this section of the course.

● Participation in the development of creating a garment and completion of the garment to a wearable standard.

● Participation in planning and completing a range of textile projects. SPECIAL NOTES: Working together in the textiles room requires a high level of cooperation as items such as sewing machines, scissors, pins and needles are used. Closed in shoes and hair tied back neatly at all times is essential.

WEAVING

Code: TX106



COURSE DESCRIPTOR:

In this course students will decide on a range of items

they may wish to make for the festive season. Items

could include a special tablecloth, small gifts for family

members that are decorated in a Christmas theme.

Students will use a variety of processes and techniques

to create their special item.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

No prior skills and knowledge required to enrol in this subject.

ASSESSMENTS:

Successful completion of a foundation skills assessment. Additional coaching after school will be available to assist students to complete this section of the course.

Participation in planning and completing a range of textile projects. SPECIAL NOTES:

Working together in the textiles room requires a high level of cooperation as items such as sewing

machines, scissors, pins and needles are used. Closed in shoes and hair tied back neatly at all times, is

essential.

COST: $50

Cost covers materials.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT

Code: TX103



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