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OverviewIntroduction 3Diocesan Learning Framework 4School Curriculum Framework 4Dimensions of Learning 4Senior Subjects: What to Consider 5Guidelines for Subject Selection 6

Senior Phase of LearningSenior Education and Training (SET) Plan 7Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) 7Learning Accounts 8QCE Planner 8Credits for QCE 8Senior Statement 8Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement 8Certificate III or IV Courses 8QCE Summary 9

PathwaysCourses of Study 10Tertiary Entrance Pathways 11OP and the Queensland Core Skills (QCS)Test 11Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 13Vocational Education and Training (VET) 12Vocational Education and Training (VET) Packages 13Summary of Pathways 14

Subject Offerings in Years 11/12Authority Subjects 15Authority-Registered Subjects 15Certificate Courses 16

General InformationCareer Information 17Information Technology 18Reporting 18Assignment Policy 19

Subject DescriptionsCertificate III Christian Ministry and Theology (NTIS 30771 QLD)

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Study of Religion 24English 26English Extension Literature – Year 12 only 28English Communication SAS 30Japanese 32Ancient History 33Modern History 35Legal Studies 37Geography 39Accounting 41Business and Organisation Management 43Business Communication and Technologies (BCT) 45Certificate II Business (Stand-Alone BSB 20107)

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Economics 49Information Processing and Technology (IPT) 51Information & Communications Technology Studies SAS 53Mathematics A 55Mathematics B 57Mathematics C 59Prevocational Mathematics SAS 61Chemistry 63Physics 65Biological Science 67Agricultural Science 69Multi-Strand Science 71Science SAS 73Home Economics 75Hospitality SAS 77Hospitality Studies 79Early Childhood SAS 81Graphics 82Manufacturing: Furnishing Studies SAS 84Manufacturing: Industrial Technology Studies SAS 86Technology Studies 88Visual Art 90Visual Art Studies SAS 91Music 93Drama 95Drama Studies SAS 97Physical Education 99Recreation Studies SAS 101

TCC Links ProgramSchool-based Apprenticeships or Traineeships (SATS) 103CQ TAFE Courses 106Work Experience 107

AppendicesAppendix A: Subject Selection Provisions 109Appendix B: Information Evening Program 110Appendix C: Important Dates 111Appendix D: Mysuite – TCC SET Plan 112Appendix E: Useful Websites 113

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OVERVIEWINTRODUCTION

Central to our existence as a community at The Cathedral College is our belief in the possibility of a full and rich experience of life for each person. This is the challenge and the promise of-fered to each of us by Jesus in his invitation to us: "I have come that you may have life…life to the full" John 10.10.

Current Queensland Government legislation requires young people to be learning or earning. All young people are required to complete Year 10 at school and go on to undertake a further two years of education and/or training, or until they achieve a Queensland Certificate of Education or Certificate III vocational qualification or turn 17, whichever comes first. Young people who gain full-time employment are exempt from these requirements. The aim is to encourage as many young people as possible to complete 12 years of schooling or equivalent.

Each student, by completing a subject selection form, is making an application to enter Year 11. The transition from Year 10 to Year 11 is not automatic. The Principal will review all applications and determine which students will be accepted. Those not initially accepted will be interviewed with their parents/guardians to determine the outcome of their application.

This handbook contains a list of the subjects offered. Each subject should be investigated as fully as possible. To do this it will be necessary to:

read subject descriptions and course outlines in this book

talk to Academic Deans and teachers of each subject

look at books and materials used in the subject

listen carefully to subject selection talks

talk to students who are already studying the subject

We ask that you retain this Handbook for your Senior Secondary schooling years at TCC as it contains information that is relevant for both years.

I hope that this Senior Curriculum Handbook will be of assistance to you when planning your course of study.

Please do not hesitate to contact the College should you have any further queries regarding your Year 11-12 course of study.

Yours sincerely,

Miss Patricia McDevitt(ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - STUDIES)

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DIOCESAN LEARNING FRAMEWORK

Under the Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton Learning Framework learners of all ages are invited and challenged to be and to become reflective and self-directed as we journey with Christ in our ever-changing world by honouring the past, enriching the present, shaping the future and finding meaning for life.

SCHOOL CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK

The Cathedral College is a Diocesan Catholic co-educational secondary school catering to the spiritual, academic, cultural, physical and social-emotional development of students in Years 8-12. The College draws on the rich traditions of Catherine McAuley and Edmund Rice to foster a welcoming faith community (staff, students and parents) who come to celebrate life in all its fullness. The College seeks to develop in students strong Christian values and the characteristics of reflective, self-directed, lifelong learners and responsible, resourceful, ethical citizens. Our school curriculum vision is that, on graduation, The Cathedral College graduate will be a faith-filled person of compassion and integrity who displays resilience, and is a reflective and self-directed learner who willingly engages in life-long and life-wide learning.

The School Curriculum Framework has been developed so students are able to select an educational pathway which will provide opportunities for them to develop these qualities.

DIMENSIONS OF LEARNING

Dimensions of Learning is a comprehensive model that uses what researchers and theorists know about learning to define the learning process. Its premise is that five types of thinking – the five dimensions of learning – are essential to successful learning. The College has adopted this model to provide a whole-of-school approach to promote effective teaching/learning practices.

In relation to Dimension 1 (Attitudes and Perception) students are helped to develop positive attitudes and perceptions about classroom climate by implementing strategies to enable students to feel accepted by teachers and peers and to experience a sense of comfort and order. This allows the College to adopt a whole-of-school approach to classroom procedures. As well, strategies are followed to assist students to develop positive attitudes and perceptions about classroom tasks. Under Dimensions 2 (Acquiring and Integrating Knowledge), 3 (Extending and Refining Knowledge) and 4 (Using Knowledge Meaningfully) students learn about how to acquire knowledge and to use that knowledge through higher order thinking skills. Dimension 5 (Productive Habits of Mind) focuses on developing in students critical thinking, creative thinking and self-regulated thinking skills – skills which support the life-long learner.

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Ask questions!Talk to Academic Deans and Career Information Officer!Get on-line

SENIOR SUBJECTS: WHAT TO CONSIDER

Your capabilities and talents: Do subjects you like and/or are good at. Have realistic expectations of your ability. Your performance to the end of Year 10 is a good guide to your ability. In general, results do not improve dramatically in Year 11.

Your career interests: Research possible careers. The booklet “QTAC Tertiary Prerequisites: Your Guide to Planning Your Senior

Studies” which lists possible tertiary courses and prerequisite subjects.

Leaving your options open: Many students do not have a clear idea at the beginning of Year 11 what career

they wish to follow. Others change career choices as time passes. Do not be too narrow in your range of choices. Be careful about dropping subjects now that cannot be taken up again. Be aware that changing any subject can be difficult in senior school.

Prerequisite subjects for tertiary studies: Many tertiary courses require certain subjects be studied to a set level to gain

entry. This information is available in the book: “Summary of Selection Criteria for Entry

to University”.

Recommended subjects and levels of attainment for senior secondary subjects: For some Year 11 subjects it is highly recommended that you have studied certain

Year 10 subjects as a foundation for Year 11 work Remember: senior subjects must be studied for one full semester (two terms)

before changing and at least three (3) Authority subjects must be studied for two years for a student to be eligible for an OP.

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GUIDELINES FOR SUBJECT SELECTION

Find out about career pathways.

Have a few career choices in mind before choosing subjects.

If you are uncertain about a career at present, seek help in trying to choose subjects that will

keep several pathways open for you.

Read the subject descriptions in this handbook.

Talk to Academic Deans and subject teachers.

Attend the Subject Selection Information Night on Wednesday, 6 August at 7.00 pm.

Attend the Rockhampton Career Training and Employment Expo at Rockhampton Show Grounds on Monday, 25 August (open from 10.00 am – 6.00 pm)

Go on-line at www.cis.qsa.qld.edu.au to find out information about careers, to use QCE planner.

Talk to students already studying the subjects.

Make a decision on a combination of subjects that suits your requirements and abilities.

Do not select subjects simply because someone has told you that they ‘help you get good

results and give you a better chance of getting into University.”

Try not to be influenced by suggestions that you should not choose a particular subject,

because a friend/brother/sister either liked or disliked it or the teacher when they studied it.

Above all, choose subjects you are good at and that you like.

Be prepared to work hard – regardless of what subjects you choose.

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REMEMBER!

Everyone wants an “A” Student – Employers and Tertiary Institutions

This means “A” for: AttendanceAppearanceAttitudeAmbitionAchievementAccountabilityAcceptanceAppreciation

http://www.cis.qsa.qld.edu.au/

SENIOR PHASE OF LEARNING

Senior Education and Training Plan A Senior Education and Training Plan (SET) Plan maps what a student will study and learn during the senior schooling years (Years 10, 11 and 12). The SET plan is agreed between each student, their parents or carers and the school.

The SET plan helps young people identify and plan their own pathway through education and training in senior schooling, and then onto further learning or work. It also helps students make good choices about what, where and when to study. The SET Plan must be completed by the end of Year 10 but it can be updated at any time during Years 11 and 12. (See Appendix D: MYSUITE – TCC SET PLAN for instructions on how to complete your SET Plan on Mysuite.)

Queensland Certificate of Education The Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) is a qualification awarded to young people at the completion of the senior phase of learning, usually at the end of Year 12. The QCE enables students to design a course of study that more closely matches their career goals as it recognises not only the traditional subjects studied at school but also a variety of learning options including work experience, dance and music certificates and university subjects completed while at school. While students have to be enrolled with a school, not all the learning needs to take place at school. To receive a QCE, students must attain a maximum of 20 credits for successful completion of courses of study. The QCE does not contain subjects and results. (The QCE is printed on good quality paper, which may be put it in a frame and hung on a wall.) The failure of a student to obtain a QCE at the end of Year 12 does not hinder the student from gaining an OP and therefore entrance to a tertiary course. Such entry is linked to the number of subjects studied, QCS results, SAIs and levels of achievement in subjects. (See page 11 for further details.)

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SeniorEducation &Training Plan(SET Plan)

TCC will register you with the Qld Studies Authority(QSA)

Learning Account(Banking of Credits)

Certificate III

Senior Statement(Statement of Results)

Qld Certificate of Education(QCE)

Qld Certificate of Individual Achievement (QCIA)

OverallPosition (OP)

All Learning Achievements, Patterns and Standard

Learning Accounts All learning undertaken and achievements are recorded in a learning account. These achievements then convert to credits. As activities and studies are completed, the credits are banked and the learning account grows, just like a bank account. (QSA is considered to be the bank and your Learning Account is a savings account.) Students are able to access their learning accounts to check credits which have been banked. Students are not be able to change details in their Learning Account. However, they are able to contact learning providers with their queries. Each Learning Account is password protected. Students are issued with their password when they are registered by the College. They may access their learning account by logging on to www.cis.qsa.qld.edu.au. TCC is only be able to bank credits at the completion of a course of study ie end of Year 12 for the learnings we deliver. If students do not reach 20 credits by the end of Year 12, their learning accounts remain open up to seven years after initial registration so students can still bank credits for successful completion of courses (usually Certificate courses) studied after Year 12 and so gain a QCE post-Year 12 .

QCE Planner To check your eligibility for the QCE you may enter your course of study in the QCE Planner available on the QSA Careers Information Service website at www.cis.qsa.qld.edu.au.

Credits for QCE For students to be eligible for a QCE they are required to achieve 20 credits. Credits have 2 elements – the amount of learning and the standard achieved. Set levels of literacy and numeracy are required as well. Credits are awarded/banked only on completion of a course of study or activity.

A more detailed table on the following page indicates the type of study and the amount of learning required for students to gain credit.

Senior Statement All students completing Year 12 will be issued with a Senior Statement regardless of whether the QCE will be awarded. This statement is the official record of all the learning achievements that have been banked into the Learning Account. (A Statement of Results will be issued to all students who are not enrolled at a school. It shows all studies and the results achieved that may contribute towards the award of a QCE.)

Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement The Qld Certificate of Individual Achievement (QCIA) is a new certificate in Queensland. It was developed in response to a longstanding concern, that within the broad group of students with special educational needs, there are some students who need to receive a Certificate that shows the individualised nature of the curriculum program they have studied.

Certificate III or IV Courses There are no Certificate IV courses offered at The Cathedral College. However, these may be accessed via other programs or training organisations. The College will introduce a Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology in 2010.

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QCE SUMMARY To be eligible for the QCE, students must complete 20 credits …

The required amount of learning• Students must attain a minimum of 12 credits from completed Core courses of study. At least 1 credit must come from Core studies undertaken while enrolled at a school.• The additional 8 credits may come from a combination of core, preparatory, enrichment or advanced courses

Core(Minimum 12 points)

Credit

Preparatory(Maximum 6 points)

Credit Enrichment

(Maximum 8 points)Credit Advanced

(Maximum 8 points)Credit

• Authority or Authority-registered subject• A Senior External Examination• VET Certificate II• VET Certificate III–IV/Traineeships• School-based apprenticeships: - competencies - on-the-job component completed

• Tailored training program com• International learning program

4445-8

2444

• Certificate I vocational qualification – a maximum of 2 can count

• An employment skills development program – only 1 can count

• A re-engagement program – only 1 can count

Short course in literacyShort course in

numeracy

2-3

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• Recognised certificate and awards • Recognised structured workplace or community-based learning

programs Learning projects –

workplace, community, self-directed

• Authority extension subjects such as English extension School-based subjects

Determined by QSA

1

2

Determined by QSA

• A one-semester universitysubject undertaken while at

school• A two-semester university subject undertaken while at school• Competencies contributing to VET diplomas or advanced diploma Recognised certificates and

awards

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Up to 8

Determined by QSA

Achieve the required standard and include literacy and numeracyCourse of Study Set Standard Literacy Numeracy• Authority subjects and Authority Registered subjects• Vocational Education and Training

• University subjects/courses and units undertaken while still at school

• International learning course of study

• Recognised awards and certificates

• Workplace, community and self-directed projects

• At least a sound level of achievement1

• Competence demonstrated

• At least a pass as defined by the course

• At least a pass as defined by the course

• Awarded

• At least a Sound Level of Achievement in a semester of an Authority or Authority Registered English subject; or

• Competence in VET Vocational Literacy; or

• A pass in a literacy course recognised by QSA; or

• At least a Sound Level of Achievement in the the QSA short course in literacy; or • At least a C on the Queensland Core Skills TestAt least a 4 for an International Baccalaureate examination in

• At least a Sound Level of Achievement in a semester of an Authority or Authority Registered Mathematics subject; or• Competence in VET Vocational Numeracy 3 (39153); or• A pass in a numeracy course recognised by QSA; or• At least a Sound Level of Achievement in the QSA short course in numeracy ; or • at least a C on the Queensland Core Skills Test At least a 4 for an International

Baccalaureate examination in Masthematics HL or Mathematics SL

Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)

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• Satisfactory/Agreed Standard Language A1 HL (English) or Language A1 SL (English)

1 Students studying a program consisting of only Authority and Authority-registered subjects must achieve a Sound in 18 of the required 20 credits. Up to 2 credits from part-completed subjects may be at Limited Achievement.

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TCC PATHWAYS OF LEARNINGCOURSES OF STUDY All students are required to attend school for five days a week. However, students, when devising their plan of study, may wish to include a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SAT) negotiated between the student, parent, workplace and school. In this case the student will be required to undertake one day a week training off campus.

There is a clear expectation that all students will be eligible for the awarding of the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and their study plan should reflect this.

The student’s study plan must provide him/her with the opportunity to attain 20 credits, 12 of which must come from the completion of core courses of study. (See page 9 for details.)

Senior students at The Cathedral College are required to study:

Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology (Cert III CMT) OR Study of Religion (SOR) English OR English Communication SAS Mathematics B OR Mathematics A OR Prevocational Mathematics SAS 4 other subjects. If the student chooses Study of Religion and/or successfully negotiates a

SAT then SOR and the SAT are included in this list of subjects)

Students studying the Authority subject – Study of Religion – will have a study period when the other students are studying Certificate III CMT.

The following table illustrates the options for Year 11 students:

EnglishOr English Comm.

Maths AOr Maths BOrPrevoc. Maths

Cert III CMT (or Study periods for SOR students)And Life Skills*

Subject Choice 1

Subject Choice 2

Subject Choice 3

Subject Choice 4Or SAT

Students will need to study six subjects plus Cert III CMT (if SOR is not studied). Students wishing to access tertiary study on completion of Year 12 need to be OP-eligible. (See next page for details of OP-eligibility.)

Students interested in other options will need to negotiate with the Assistant to the Principal (Studies) their chosen course and will need to meet the 20 credits requirements in the QCE courses of study. Students undertaking a School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship (SAT) will negotiate with Assistant to the Principal (Studies) and the TCC Links Coordinator on the number of subjects to be studied in Years 11 and 12.

*In Year 12, OP-eligible students use Life Skills lessons to prepare for QCS test in Terms 1-3 while non OP-eligible students have an additional two Cert III CMT lessons.

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TERTIARY ENTRANCE PATHWAYS To be eligible for twelve-to-tertiary (TTT) entrance a student must study at least 20 Semester units of Authority subjects over two years and be awarded an Overall Position (OP). This generally means a student will study a minimum of 5 subjects over the four semesters in Years 11 and 12. The Queensland Studies Authority requires that 3 of these subjects must be studied over the four semesters. This makes allowance for some changes in subject choices. Students must sit for the QUEENSLAND CORE SKILLS TEST in Year 12 to be eligible for an Overall Position.

When students complete Year 12 they will receive the following:

Tertiary Entrance Statement (OP-eligible students only) Senior Statement Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) (if student has fulfilled minimum requirements) Certificates (where applicable)

The Tertiary Entrance Statement is issued by QSA (Queensland Studies Authority) and states the OVERALL POSITION (OP) from 1 - 25 and FIELD POSITIONS (FP) from 1 - 10 for fields in which the student has qualified.

The QCE and the Senior Statement will be issued by the QSA. The Senior Statement will contain the levels of achievement in Authority and Authority-registered subjects attained by the student. The results of the Queensland Core Skills Test (where applicable) will be recorded on the Senior Statement .

A Student Assessment Record is issued by the College. It includes the levels of achievement in Authority and Authority-registered subjects, Student Achievement Indicators (SAIs) (for OP-eligible students) and competencies which have been achieved. This record is available for collection from the Office after the SAI publication date.

The Overall Position (OP) indicates the ranked band into which the student is placed. The highest band position is 1 and the lowest 25. Tertiary institutions will select firstly on OP-band position, but if there are more applicants for a particular course than the places available, Field Positions may be considered. The use of Field Positions by particular tertiary institutions for particular courses is outlined in the "QTAC Tertiary Prerequisites: Your Guide to Planning Your Senior Studies" by the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). This booklet is included in the package given to each Year 10 student.

Students can gain entrance to tertiary institutions in two main ways:

achieving the required OP; or achieving an equivalent Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) (effective from 2011).

OP AND QUEENSLAND CORE SKILLS (QCS) TEST The OP is a state-wide order of merit for entry to tertiary courses. The most direct entry into a university or some TAFE courses requires the student to receive an OP. Many students at The Cathedral College will be seeking to gain an OP. To obtain an OP the student must:

Study a minimum of five Authority subjects Study three of the Authority subjects for four continuous semester over Years 11 and 12 Sit for the Queensland Core Skills Test in Year 12

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AUSTRALIAN TERTIARY ADMISSION RANK (ATAR) (effective from 2011)Students who are not OP-eligible but who wish to obtain entry to a tertiary institution may consider the alternative Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) route.

An ATAR, like an OP, is a measure that places students in an order of merit for entry to tertiary courses. The differences are:

Ranks apply to OP-ineligible students; and The scale is 1-99.95 with 99.5 being the highest.

A student can obtain an ATAR in a number of ways:

through a calculation that takes into account the student’s results in Authority and Authority-registered subjects (minimum of 20 semester units) and the QCS Test if it has been attempted; and

through VET units of competency/modules recorded on the Senior Statement.

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET)

The Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) is an inter-related system of national qualifications from the three education sectors:

School sector Vocational Education and Training Sector Higher Education Section

School Sector Vocational Education and Training Sector (TAFE or private providers)

Higher Education Sector

-------QCE(Certificate III CMT)Certificate IICertificate I

--Vocational Graduate DiplomaVocational Graduate Certificate-Advanced DiplomaDiplomaCertificate IVCertificate IIICertificate IICertificate I

Doctoral DegreeMasters DegreeGraduate DiplomaGraduate CertificateBachelor DegreeAdvanced DiplomaDiploma----

The framework links together all these qualifications so that students are given credit along the learning pathway.

It is now possible for vocational training to begin whilst in Years 11 and 12 if students select subjects which have associated certificates. These subjects may have Certificates I or II embedded. Certificates I - IV prepare students for both employment and further education and training. Certificates I and II are largely new qualifications recognising basic vocational skills and knowledge and Certificates III and IV largely replace the outdated category of trade certificates

(apprenticeships). In order for The Cathedral College to offer VET subjects with Certificate I or II embedded, it must comply with AQTF requirements and become a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). The level at which a student enters the pathway is related to their knowledge, skills and experience at the time of enrolment. A student’s skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience can be given credit. This is known as ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’ (RPL).

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Students are able to enter the workforce, TAFE or university with nationally recognised qualifications as well as their Queensland Certificate of Education.

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET) PACKAGES

To assist students develop their own pathway through the VET course of study, the following packages provide a guide as to what subjects could be studied to achieve preferred outcomes:.

Industrial Pathway Service PathwayAre you interested in obtaining employment in the booming mining, construction or agricultural industries?

Occupations in this field include:MinerCarpenterTruck DriverBuilderElectricianTrain DriverFitter and Turner

Are you interested in obtaining employment in the service industries?

Occupations in this field include:Restaurant – Chef, Manager, front of houseChild CareRecreational activitiesRetail assistant / managerHealth worker

Subjects which you might study Subjects which you might studyEnglish or English CommunicationMaths A or Maths B or Prevoc Maths SASCertificate III CMTIndustrial Technology Studies SASFurnishing Studies SASTechnology StudiesGeographyCertificate II BusinessICT SASMulti-Strand SciencePhysicsScience SAS

English or English CommunicationMaths A or Maths B or Prevoc Maths SASCertificate III CMTHospitality SAS or Hospitality StudiesRecreation Studies SAS or Physical EducationHome EconomicsEarly Childhood SASBiological SciencesLegal Studies

Business / Administration Pathway Design and Creative Art PathwayAre you interested in working in the dynamic business and commercial environment?

Occupations in this field include:MarketingBankingFinancial Analyst Accountant / BookkeeperReceptionist Personal AssistantSecretaryManagerial positions

Are you interested in working in the exciting area of creative design and production?

Occupations in this field include:Graphic designerPublications officer.Media LiaisonPublisherArtistic adviserSet designerStage craft

Subjects which you might study include

Subjects which you might study include

English or English CommunicationMaths A or Maths B or Prevoc Maths SASCertificate III CMTCertificate II BusinessBusiness Organisation and ManagementBusiness Communication and TechnologyEconomics

English or English CommunicationMaths A or Maths B or Prevoc Maths SASCertificate III CMTDrama or Drama Studies SASVisual Art or Visual Art Studies SASICT SASMusic

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AccountingInformation Processing and Technology

GraphicsTechnology Studies

SUMMARY OF PATHWAYS

Doctoral Degree

Masters Degree

Graduate Diploma

Honours Year Graduate Certificate

Bachelor Degree

Queensland Certificate of Education

OP Australian Tertiary Admission

Rank (ATAR) (effective from 2011)

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Advanced Diploma

Diploma

CertificatesI – IV

Traineeships

Apprenticeships

PUT in here for 2011 reference to recommended pathways and learning with a purpose??????????????

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SUBJECT OFFERING IN YEARS 11/12

AUTHORITY SUBJECTS Academic Dean/ENGLISH Dr D ReimanENGLISH EXTENSION LITERATURE (YEAR 12 ONLY) Dr D ReimanJAPANESE Dr D ReimanMATHEMATICS A Mr M AndersenMATHEMATICS B Mr M AndersenMATHEMATICS C Mr M AndersenGRAPHICS Mr J AcworthTECHNOLOGY STUDIES Mr J AcworthACCOUNTING Mrs B MalloryBUSINESS COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGIES (Certificate II Business embedded)

Mrs B Mallory

BUSINESS ORGANISATION AND MANAGEMENT Mrs B Mallory ECONOMICS Mrs B MalloryINFORMATION PROCESSING & TECHNOLOGY Mrs B Mallory STUDY OF RELIGION Mrs C StittHOME ECONOMICS Mrs D AcuttHOSPITALITY STUDIES (Certificate I Hospitality embedded) Mrs D AcuttANCIENT HISTORY Mrs L KannGEOGRAPHY Mrs L KannLEGAL STUDIES Mrs L KannMODERN HISTORY Mrs L KannAGRICULTURAL SCIENCE Mrs S McBrideBIOLOGICAL SCIENCE Mrs S McBrideCHEMISTRY Mrs S McBrideMULTI-STRAND SCIENCE Mrs S McBridePHYSICS Mrs S McBridePHYSICAL EDUCATION Ms K SpottiswoodDRAMA Ms T QuinnMUSIC Ms T QuinnMUSIC EXTENSION Ms T QuinnVISUAL ART Ms T Quinn

Authority-Registered Subjects Academic Dean/ Drama Studies SAS Ms T QuinnVisual Arts Studies SAS Ms T QuinnEarly Childhood SAS Mrs D AcuttEnglish Communication SAS Dr D ReimanFurnishing Studies SAS Mr J AcworthHospitality SAS Mrs D AcuttInformation and Communications Technology Studies SAS Mrs B MalloryIndustrial Technology Studies SAS Mr J AcworthPrevocational Mathematics SAS Mr M AndersenRecreation Studies SAS Ms K SpottiswoodScience in Practice (SAS) Mrs S McBride

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Certificate Courses (for which TCC is Registered Training Organisation)

Academic Dean

Certificate II in Business Mrs B MalloryCertificate I in Hospitality Mrs D Acutt

Certificate Course (for which the Institute of Faith Education is the Registered Training organisation)Certificate III Christian Ministry and Theology Mrs C Stitt

CQTAFE Courses – 1 year courses Academic Dean

Certificate I in Automotive Mrs L WeedingCertificate I in Construction Mrs L WeedingCertificate I in Engineering Mrs L WeedingCertificate II in Hairdressing Mrs L WeedingCertificate II in Retail (online) Mrs L WeedingCertificate II in Information Technology Mrs L WeedingCertificate II in Horticulture Mrs L WeedingCertificate II in Hospitality Mrs L WeedingCertificate II in Community Services (Childcare) Mrs L Weeding

CQTAFE Courses – >1 year coursesCertificate II in Library – Information Services Mrs L WeedingCertificate III in Beauty Mrs L WeedingCertificate III in Childcare Mrs L WeedingCertificate III in Fitness Mrs L WeedingCertificate III in Information Technology Mrs L WeedingCertificate IV in Justice Administration Mrs L Weeding

PLEASE NOTE: SUBJECTS WILL BE OFFERED ONLY IF THERE ARE SUFFICIENT NUMBERS TO FORM A CLASS.

1. Student preferences will be used to formulate lines which will meet the interests and needs of most students. If insufficient students opt for a given subject, it may not run. For some students it is possible that two subjects which a student wishes to take may occur on the same "line". A choice will then have to be made between the two subjects.

2. All Authority and Authority-Registered subjects offered in Year 11 will continue on to the end of Year 12. It may be possible, however, for a student to change subjects at the end of a semester but only after approval has been given by the subject teachers concerned, parents, Assistant to the Principal (Studies)/Senior Phase of Schooling Coordinator and, in some circumstances, the Principal, where a major change has been proposed.

3. The College will endeavour to provide the full range of subjects offered. This may require composite Year 11 and 12 classes or making arrangements with other providers such as the School of Distance Education.

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These courses may change from year to year depending on staffing availability at CQTAFE

GENERAL INFORMATIONCAREER INFORMATION

Parents and students are able to make an appointment with the following staff through the College office:

Mrs Linda Weeding, Career Information & TCC Links Program Co-ordinator:

Career information/advice for tertiary pathways/subject information Course and QTAC information Applications and interviews for residential tertiary accommodation Tertiary scholarships Career information/advice for Vocational Education and Training (VET) TAFE Courses School based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATS)

Miss Patricia McDevitt, Assistant to the Principal (Studies):

Change of subjects Subject information QCE, OP and FP eligibility

Mrs Robyn MacRae, Senior Phase of Schooling Coordinator

QCE, OP and FP eligibility Subject information Change of subjects Course and QTAC information

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Students and parents who request interviews with any of the above staff are asked to bring the student’s TCC Portfolio containing:

Semester 1 2009 report card Employer feedback form from the June Work Experience Employer Printed copy of the completed Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The Cathedral College provides access for students to use computer technology in the Edmund Rice Technology Centre, the Library and at our Residential Campus. These facilities provide students with 120 computers and students have access to them in their classes, during most lunch breaks and after hours for boarders.

While the College provides access for students to computers there is a distinct advantage in having a computer at home. The College uses Microsoft Office 2003 as its word processing, spreadsheet and database software and use of this at home is encouraged for compatibility. (The College is currently investigating the option of changing to a later version of Microsoft Office in 2010.)

Students have supervised access to the Internet. The College is continuing to develop its resource links through the on-line Mysuite facility to which all students and staff have access.

The Queensland Studies Authority (QSA) provides valuable information about Senior studies at http:///www.qsa.qld.edu.au

REPORTING

Term 1 Students receive an attitudinal report that focuses on their application and progress in each of their subjects during Term 1. Parent/Teacher interviews will be held at the beginning of Term 2.

Term 2 Years 11 and 12 students are provided with an End of Semester Report which includes a semester result and subject comments. Students will also be issued with a Bubble Report which indicates their position in each subject. Parent/Teacher interviews follow this report.

Term3 No report issued.

Term 4 Year 11 students will receive an End of Semester Report which includes a semester result and subject comments. Students will also be issued with a Bubble Report which indicates their position in each subject.

Year 12 students receive from the Queensland Studies Authority (QSA) a Senior Statement which will list all learning undertaken the results achieved during the senior phase of schooling. Students will also receive from the QSA a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) if they have met all requirements. TCC will provide students with a Statement of Assessment Record and a College Reference. Students will also be provided with the opportunity to view their Student Achievement Indicators (SAIs).

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ASSIGNMENT POLICY Staff at The Cathedral College will be proactive in encouraging students to submit their assignments by the deadline. Staff also appreciate that assessment outside the classroom is an area where parents/care givers, students and staff work in partnership to ensure deadlines are met. To help facilitate this partnership assessment date calendars are provided to parents/care givers to enable discussion and planning to occur in the home environment. These assessment dates are also published on the College website. Staff will follow proactive procedures as outlined below:

1. The assignment topic, due dates for the first and any subsequent drafts, final assignment deadline and criteria for marking will be made available to students at the start of the assignment period.

2. Appropriate advice and guidance will be available throughout the period of the assignment, including class time as allotted.

3. To ensure quality advice and guidance is possible within the time constraints of the assignment period, draft dates will be adhered to. If draft dates are not met by students, parents/care givers will be notified immediately either by telephone, fax or Unsatisfactory Work Notice. Students will be expected to utilise their own time to complete the draft(s), after school if necessary.

Written Assignments Due Date1. Written assignments , whether totally complete or not, are to be handed in to the

subject teacher during class or placed in the assignment box at the Student Counter by 3.45 pm of the due date (usually Monday for Years 11/12, Tuesday for Year 10 and Wednesday for Year 9 and Thursday for Year 8).

2. Students who know they will be absent from school on the date the written assignment is due, should submit it before the due date.

3. Students who are absent on the day the assignment is due must also ensure that the assignment is submitted on that day by 3.45 pm by:

a. arranging to have the assignment delivered to the school on time and have it placed in the assignment box; or

b. by emailing it to the teacher using their <Mymail> or <ELF> facility in Mysuite to reach the teacher by 3.45 pm on the due date but only if the teacher has given prior permission to submit by email. Please note that no other email system is to be used as the College’s filter system may reject the email. A hard copy of the assignment should be handed in on the return of the student to school. The hard copy must be an exact copy of the emailed copy and must not have any additional or altered material.

If, in extenuating circumstances, any of these methods of delivery is not possible, parents/care givers are requested to contact, by telephone, the Assistant to the Principal (Studies) or the Academic Dean to explain the situation before the deadline.

4. Assignments handed in after the due date will not be accepted. Instead, the procedures set out in the “Late Submission of Assignments” section will apply.

Oral Presentations Due Date1. All students in the class must hand the script for their oral presentation to the

subject teacher at the start of the lesson when the oral presentations are scheduled to commence. Any associated Powerpoint presentation must be emailed to the teacher by the same time using the <Mymail> or <ELF> facility in <Mysuite>.

2. Students who know they will be absent from school on the date oral presentations are to commence must submit their script to the subject teacher before leaving or

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arrange to have their script delivered to the school on time and have it placed in the assignment box with the time of submission noted on the cover sheet. Any associated Powerpoint presentation must be emailed to the teacher at the same time using the <Mymail> or <ELF> facility in <Mysuite> only.

3. Students who are absent on the day the assignment is due must also ensure that the script and any associated Powerpoint presentation are submitted by the start of the lesson when the oral presentations are to commence by either:

a. By arranging to have the script delivered to the school on time and have it placed in the assignment box plus any associated Powerpoint presentation should be submitted on a CD, USB or disk; or

b. by emailing the script but only if the teacher has given prior permission to submit the script by email and associated Powerpoint presentation to the teacher using their <Mymail> or <ELF> facility in Mysuite to reach the teacher by the start of the lesson when the oral presentations are to commence. A hard copy of the script should be handed in to the teacher on the return of the student to school. The hard copy must be an exact copy of the emailed copy and must not have any additional or altered material.

If, in extenuating circumstances, any of these methods of delivery is not possible, parents/care givers are requested to contact, by telephone, the Assistant to the Principal (Studies) or the Academic Dean to explain the situation before the deadline.

4. Where students have not submitted the final copy of their script by the start of the lesson, a draft copy will be substituted. If a draft copy is not available, they will be given 40 minutes of that lesson in which to write a script and this will be the one they are expected to deliver when it is their turn to make their oral presentation. If the student is absent from class and has not submitted his/her script by the due date, then the same conditions apply - either a draft is substituted or the student is given 40 minutes to write a script in the first lesson in the subject on their return to school. Parents/care givers will be notified of this non-submission of script either by telephone, fax, email or Unsatisfactory Work Notice.

Special Provisions In keeping with the QSA Policy on Special Provisons for School-based Assessments ain Authority and Authority-registered Subjects (January 2009) reasonable adjustments to conditions of assessment may be made to ensure equitable opportunities for all students.

Where the student has experienced some disruption to his/her studies, the student may apply for an extension to the due date. Procedures for extensions are:-

1. Before the due date, approach the class teacher with a written request for an extension, stipulating the reasons for an extension.

2. The subject teacher asks the academic dean to decide if an extension is to be granted or not and a Request for Extension form is completed with the decision. The academic dean will take into consideration whether the student has made some effort to commence the assignment or not.

3. A copy of the Request for Assignment Extension form is given to the student and this is to be stapled to the front of the assignment when submitted regardless of the outcome of the request.

4. If not granted, the deadline must be met or the Late Submission of Assignments procedures (as below) must be followed.

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Where the student has experienced great difficulty or severe disruption to his/her studies during the assignment period, the student may apply for special provision for variation to or exemption from the assignment. Procedures for requesting this special provision are:-

1. Before the due date, approach the class teacher with a written request for special provision, stipulating the reasons for special provision.

2. The academic dean (in consultation with the AP Studies) decides if it is to be granted or not and a Special Provision form is completed with the decision, including the specific form that the special provision is to take.

3. The original copy of the Special Provision form is stapled to the front of the assignment if submitted or attached to the student’s profile if an exemption is granted.

4. If special provision is not granted, the assignment deadline must be met or the Late Submission of Assignments procedures (as below) must be followed.

Special provision may also be requested in regard to examinations.

Late Submission of Assignments (when no special provision has been granted)

1. If no assignment is submitted by the due date, the draft will be marked and recorded as the final result. Where no draft is available, the student will be given 40 minutes in which to write a response to the set topic. This may be during class, a break or afternoon detention as designated by the teacher but as soon as possible after the due date. Computer or printer failure will not be accepted as a valid excuse for late submission of an assignment. Students should take steps to back up their work and make hard copies during and at the end of each computer session both at school and at home. Computer printers are available at school for student use. If all else fails, a hand-written copy is acceptable under these circumstances.

2. Failure to submit assessment for substantive components of the course may lead to no semester grade being recorded.

(The above conditions have been developed in response to QSA Policy on Late Submissions of Student Responses to Assessment Instruments in Authority and Authority-registered Subjects January 2009.)

Student’s Own Work Students should realise that from time to time the College will require parent/care giver certification that the assignment is solely the work of the student presenting it. Even though students are encouraged to utilise a wide range of resources, the final assignment must display the student’s level of understanding of the topic under research.

Plagiarism All assignment work should be written in the student’s own words unless direct quotes are required. “In-text” referencing is expected within the assignment and all the sources used “in-text” are to be in a Reference List attached at the back of the assignment. All sources of information, whether used “in-text” or not, should be included in a Bibliography/Reading List attached immediately before the Reference List. If it is established that a student has copied another student’s or author’s work without acknowledgement, the student will be marked on their own work and the plagiarised section/s will not be considered in determining the standard of work. Parents/care givers will receive notification of this action.

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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

CERTIFICATE III in CHRISTIAN MINISTRY AND THEOLOGY

(National Training Information Service Course Code 30771 QLD)

This course for senior secondary students has been developed by the Institute of Faith Education and provides a nationally accredited Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology. The Institute of Faith Education will be the Registered Training Authority for the delivery of this Certificate. A completed Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology contributes five (5) CORE credits towards the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE). Incomplete certificates will gain some credit as determined by the QSA upon the submission of completed competencies. This course will not contribute to an overall Position (OP) or field positions (FPs).

AIMS OF COURSE

The course: Enables students to do theology at an elementary level, developing their skills in

theological and scriptural studies and in reading, writing, presenting and discussing theological issues;

Expands students’ knowledge, understanding and appreciation of major themes of theology and Scripture

Provides students with opportunities for personal formation through reflection on their beliefs and through the application of learnings to life;

Develops students’ spiritual awareness and sense of selfhood.

COURSE OUTLINE

There are four modules within the course covering each of the four strands of the DCEO Religious Education syllabus. Each module is written as a 16 week unit enabling students to study one module per semester throughout Year 11 and 12.

YEAR 11 YEAR 12Semester 1 Module 1: Belonging (Liturgy and Prayer Strand)

Semester 2 Module 2: The Story(Scripture Strand)

Semester 3 Module 3: Choices(Morality Strand)

Semester 4 Module 4: The Edge(Beliefs Strand)

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ASSESSMENT

Students submit portfolios of work as part of their participation in the course. The portfolios are used to assess proficiency in the competencies taught. Each assessment task clearly indicates the competencies assessed.

A range of assessment instruments are used including:- examinations - research assignments - oral presentations- creative presentations

COMMENTS

At The Cathedral College it is compulsory for all students in the senior school to choose either STUDY OF RELIGION or CERTIFICATE III in CHRISTIAN MINISTRY AND THEOLOGY. If you wish to complete Study of Religion, you do not complete the Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology.

Please ensure that your subject form clearly indicates your preference for either Study of Religion or Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology.

If you select the Certificate III in Christina Ministry and Theology you must complete the enrolment for and submit it at your interview.

COSTS

Costs for the student modules will be included in the subject levies. Any lost modules will need to be replaced by students at a cost of $20 per module.

COMPETENCIES

CMT001 Identify how Christian Scripture, life and practice are understood today

CMT002 Identifies theological dateCMT003 Identifies a range of information within a theological theme or

issueCMT004 Identifies new theological insightsCMT005 Identifies theological knowledge in relation to the Christian

way of lifeCMT006 Communicates theology in everyday languageBSBCRT301A Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skillsCHCEDS314A Work effectively in an education team

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STUDY OF RELIGION

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Sacred Texts: Indigenous Art as a statement of belief The search for universal truth across the

religions of the world Sacred texts in action

Religion-State Relationships: Religious persecution in Australia The plight of Tibetan Buddhism Maintaining belief in the face of persecution

(Holocaust studies)

Religion, Values & Ethics Christian & Muslim political lobbies in

Australia Do Catholics & Buddhists hold the same

values in regards to sexuality, life & death? Social justice & welfare movements within

Australia

Semester 3 Semester 4Ritual: The Catholic Church & dilemmas over the

priesthood Meditation in Christianity & Buddhism Prayer in Christianity & Buddhism Field Study – Catholicism & Pentecostal

Christianity

Ultimate Questions Psychics & New-age Religion in Australia Life after death? Muslim, Christian, Buddhist

& Jewish perspectives Living a moral life – Christianity & Islam

ASSESSMENT

Students will be assessed using three criteria:- Knowledge & Understanding- Evaluative Processes - Research & Communication

A variety of assessment instruments are used in Study of Religion, including:

- examinations - research essays- reports - oral presentations- creative responses - response to stimulus tasks

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CAREER LINKS

Students who chose Study of Religion will develop skills to assist them in further studies in Humanities, Arts, Laws, Politics, Education & Theology.

COMMENTS

At The Cathedral College it is compulsory for all students in the senior school to choose either STUDY OF RELIGION or Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology. If you wish to complete Study of Religion, you do not complete the Certificate III.Please ensure that your subject form clearly indicates your preference for STUDY OF RELIGION.

Study of Religion is an academic course of study designed to help students explore the rich diversity of the religious traditions of the world, and discuss the role of religion and obligations of religious believers in our world.

Over the course of two years, students will complete depth studies in Aboriginal Spirituality, Christianity, Judaism, Islam & Buddhism. They will be called to develop critical, academic approaches to their reading, and will refine several higher order thinking skills.

Because research and academic writing are heavily emphasised through the assessment program, students may find Study of Religion useful in refining the academic writing skills used in other humanities and language courses offered at The Cathedral College.

COSTS

Depending on events scheduled within the Rockhampton community, some small costs may be involved with excursions to centres and events that the Study of Religion teacher deems beneficial and relevant to the course of study. Parents & caregivers will be advised in writing of any costs well in advance.

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ENGLISH

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study. A sound achievement in this subject will fulfil the literacy requirement for the QCE.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 & 21. Doors of Perception2. Through the Looking Glass3. All the World’s a Stage4. Our Cultural Heritage: Written Texts

Semester 3 & 41. The Self Comes into Being 2. The Medium is the Message3. The Glass Bead Game4. The Seven Ages of Man

ASSESSMENT(per year)

Four (4) written tasks – 3 of which are totally supervised - and two (2) spoken tasks across a range of text types with varying length requirements

students must pass both the written and the spoken components of the course prescibed lengths for both written and oral responses must be met to demonstrate the

required criteria for that task set time limits in which to draft and complete tasks

CAREER LINKS

English is a tertiary prerequisite in some courses at some institutions. Many employers seek a pass in subject English rather than in English Communications.

Some form of English study is compulsory at all levels of study in this College as language is a central aspect of life in all cultures. Thus each student needs to be able to use it effectively to develop fully as a human being. The study of English should promote the maturity of students not only through the development of competence in reading, writing and speaking in a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes, but also by a general enrichment of the students' experience by means of the various texts studied and the written and spoken tasks required. Furthermore, competency in English helps the student to develop habits of independence, critical thought and initiative.

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COMMENTS

RECOMMENDED PRE - REQUISITE : Minimum of a C Standard in Year 10 English

The Senior English course covers the skills of reading, writing, speaking, signing, listening and viewing in a range of contexts from everyday and functional to literary and creative. The course comprises four semesters of study, each building on the previous ones. Units studied are based on the study of language, literature (poetry, novels, plays, short stories) and mass media (eg advertising, film, television). In response to language, literature and media, students will produce such materials as oral presentations, essays, reports, short stories, and so on.

In Years 11 and 12 English is a demanding subject. A considerable amount of reading and written work is required. Students will find:

the set texts are more sophisticated the work more demanding than Year 10 a greater degree of technical precision is required in students' work

Consequently, a student who has not achieved soundly in Year 10 will find Senior English difficult.

EQUIPMENT/CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS

All equipment is supplied. However, we recommend that students have a pocket drive in order to ensure their computer files are available at all times.

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ENGLISH EXTENSION: LITERATUREYear 12 ONLY

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 2 Enrichment credits towards the QCE on successful completion of two semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 3 Semester 4Short Story & Fairy Tale Self Selected Project

ASSESSMENT

Term 1: 2000 word response to Reader and Author ApproachTerm 2: Short Grand Transformation plus 15 minute oral to explainTerm 3: 15 minute oral; 2500 word essay

CAREER LINKS

This course has actual links to Literature, Social Sciences, Linguistics at tertiary level. It supports diverse areas such as engineering and architecture. The subject teaches tertiary thinking and responding. While developing critical thinking that applies to all careers it specifically develops tertiary skills.

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COMMENTS

This subject is by invitation at the end of Year 11 to high-performing English students.

RECOMMENDED PRE-REQUISITES:

Minimum High Level of Achievement (B Standard) in Year 11 ENGLISH is recommended but this may be waived under certain circumstances. Discuss with Administration if the grade is lower but the enthusiasm is high

Interest and flair in reading and analysing literature Love of sustained reading

Students with a gift for the English language or a flair for reading and responding to written tasks have the opportunity to take a second subject in an area that caters for their special talents. They are able to study another subject that combines pleasure with study. The syllabus offers a course of study in literary theory that acts as a bridge between the meeting of literature and texts in the parent subject ENGLISH and literature/cultural studies courses as offered by universities. The subject provides for a detailed study of both specific texts confronting the question: In light of contemporary literary theory, how may literature be read in different ways? The subject supports the study of ENGLISH and allows for the development of a greater control over language in that a wide range of writing is studied.

Students initially are taught about the four major contemporary reading approaches that may be applied to any text: text, author, reader, and world. With this knowledge, students begin a detailed focus upon a literary genre. The course is broken into three terms with each term devoted to a look at texts from a particular reading approach. The student is required to read extensively longer texts that are not usually set for study in ENGLISH, the thoughts of the period in which the writings were executed and the available literary theory of each of the approaches. They are assisted in this study by a series of lectures and tutorials to guide their study and the development of their understanding of the four approaches. Students are encouraged to use the electronic media in order to reflect upon their studied texts with students in other schools, and, if available, universities. The Internet proves a valuable source for locating and reading about a range of literary theories.

In written work, textual features such as spelling and punctuation are expected to be constantly controlled to a very high standard while in both spoken and written work, the level of logical thought and communication is expected to be complex. Due to these expectations, students may find that they are unable to perform to the same level of achievement in this subject as in the parent subject ENGLISH.


Although a laptop computer is not a requirement, the use of one daily is an advantage.

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ENGLISH COMMUNICATION SAS

This is an Authority-registered subject and will not contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study. A sound achievement in this subject will fulfil the literacy requirement for the QCE.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Media Segment Organising an EventSales Spiel Careers Computer-Generated BookletReality TV

Semester 3 Semester 4Accommodation Recreational ClubWorkplace and Small Business Ready for the Workforce

ASSESSMENT

Students will be expected to build a folio of 70% oral assessment and 30% written assessment.

Assessment tasks will include: Individual oral presentations, some with accompanying Powerpoint illustrationsWritten reports Role PlaysFolio of written tasksComputer-generated booklets

CAREER LINKS

Effective communications are vital in all aspects of life, not only as we relate to each other in our various community and recreational groups, but, most particularly, as we participate in the world of work. Our work places rely on our ability to communicate - both in written and oral form – to function effectively.

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COMMENTS

This course is available for all students, particularly for students who find Authority English difficult. A C Level of Achievement will contribute towards the literacy requirement of the Queensland Certificate of Education as well as gain credit in the core unit section of the Certificate.

Students wishing to attain an OP are advised to take Authority English, not English Communication SAS.

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JAPANESE


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Student Exchange Hobbies and Leisure ActivitiesSpecial Occasions Environment

Semester 3 Semester 4Holiday Planning Adolescence and Future PlansTourism and Hospitality Volunteers Abroad Part-time work Working in Japan

ASSESSMENT

All Semesters:

Reading/Writing/Listening/Speaking ExamsStudents will complete two of the four above macroskills each term; assessment items total four each semester and eight for the year.

CAREER LINKS

Employment prospects for students fluent in Japanese are very good as interpreters, teachers, advisers to commercial firms and government departments are in demand. Because the course strives to develop an appreciation of the Japanese culture, this subject also serves to broaden the horizons of participating students. Study of a foreign language also helps students grasp better the structure and beauty of their own language.

COMMENTS

Study of year 10 Japanese is a prerequisite of senior Japanese.


An English/Japanese, Japanese/English dictionary is recommended for study at home.

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ANCIENT HISTORY

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It is advisable to have studied at least one Year 10 History units and have a C standard in Year 10 English. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Studies of ArchaeologyStudies of Funerary Practices

Studies of Technologies, Inventions & Innovations

Semester 3 Semester 4Studies of Power Personalities in History

Studies of Europe in Transition

ASSESSMENT

Category 1 – Extend response to historical evidence

essay exam

Category 2 – Written research tasks research essay, feature article, historical fiction

Category 3 – Multi-modal presentations seminar, role play, webpage

Category 4 – Other tests short answer objective, stimulus response, editorial

CAREER LINKS

Studies in Ancient History may greatly aid students doing the following tertiary courses: Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Art, Commerce, Law, Journalism, History, Media Studies, Music, Psychology and Social Work.

Studies in History may also help young people gain employment in the travel industry, journalism, advertising, public relations, teaching, the public service and research work in a variety of fields such as consumerism and industrial relations.

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COMMENTS

WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT: Through the study of Ancient History, students can understand how the people and achievements of the distant past have influenced the modern world. Through a study of early peoples and cultures, students can understand the process of change and continuity that has shaped today’s world, causes and roles people have played in these processes.

Through developing skills of critical inquiry, debate, reflection, empathetic engagement and decision-making, students are better able to cope with the complex demands of modern living and are thus more able to take their place as active citizens in a democratic society.

EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENTS STUDYING THIS SUBJECT: Ancient History is an academic reading-based subject, requiring engagement with a variety of texts and completion of written homework tasks. Also students are expected to participate in class discussions and debates. Students need to be familiar with academic research requirements and able to formulate and justify accurate, referenced arguments in extended written pieces of work.

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MODERN HISTORY

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to an OP and FPs. It is advisable to have studied at least one Year 10 History unit and have obtained a C standard in Year 10 English. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2The History of Ideas and Beliefs Studies of Power

Semester 3 Semester 4Studies of Conflict Studies of Hope

ASSESSMENT

Category 1 – Extend response to historical evidence

essay exam

Category 2 – Written research tasks research essay, feature article, historical fiction

Category 3 – Multi-modal presentations seminar, role play

Category 4 – Other tests short answer objective, stimulus response, editorial

CAREER LINKS

The Study of Modern History would assist students in such areas as journalism, advertising, public relations, teaching, government service, consumer relations, industrial relations. It provides foundation for further studies in Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Law, Commerce, Economics, Public Administration, History, Journalism, Media Studies and Social Work.

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COMMENTS

WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT: The Cathedral College offers Modern History as a senior subject so that students develop personally and socially useful ways to analyse the world around them by studying human societies and their achievements. They will use the analytical and problem solving techniques of the social science disciplines to gain a critical understanding of the values underpinning both the study of social behaviour and the actions of those within society.

Through developing skills of critical inquiry, reflection and decision-making, students are better able to cope with the complex demands of modern living and are, therefore, more able to take their place as active and informed citizens in a democratic society.

EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS STUDYING THIS SUBJECT: Modern History is an academic reading-based subject, requiring engagement with a variety of texts and completion of written homework tasks. Also students are expected to participate in class discussions and debates. Students need to be familiar with academic research requirements and able to formulate and justify accurate, referenced arguments in extended written pieces of work.

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LEGAL STUDIES

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to an OP and FPs. Although there is no pre-requisite for entry it is advisable to have studied the introductory Year 10 Legal Studies unit and have a C standard in Year 10 English. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2The Legal System Civil Obligations - TortsCrime and Society Civil Obligations - Agreements

Semester 3 Semester 4You, The Law and Society – FamilyIndependent Study

You the Law and Society – JobsOverview

ASSESSMENT

Class Test Unseen EssayExam Multi Media PresentationInquiry Task – Research Assignment Extended Response Essay

CAREER LINKS

Legal Studies is designed for students who, whatever their post-school destinations, want to develop their wider education in understandings, skills, abilities, and attitudes about legal issues. Students gain an insight into the working of the legal/justice system that may arouse interest in careers such as the police force, legal administration and the legal profession. Students wishing to pursue tertiary studies such as a Diploma of Justice (TAFE) or a law degree will have gained valuable research and other skills necessary for such courses.

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COMMENTS

WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT:

To give students knowledge about the main principles of our legal system and also specific knowledge of the law in certain relevant areas.

To develop abilities to inquire, research, analyse and evaluate relevant material. To develop awareness of legal rights and responsibilities of the citizen.

EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENTS STUDYING THIS SUBJECT: Legal Studies is an academic reading-based subject, encompassing texts, newspapers and documented legal cases. As well, students are expected to review relevant audio-visual material and courtroom hearings, participate in discussions and debates and present information by means of role plays and formal talks.

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GEOGRAPHY

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to an OP and FPs. Although there is no pre-requisite for entry it is advisable to have studied the introductory Year 10 Geography unit and have a C standard in Year 10 English. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Theme 1: Managing the natural environmentFocus Unit1: Responding to natural hazardsFocus Unit 2: Managing catchments

Theme 4: People and developmentFocus Unit 7: Feeding the world’s people Focus Unit 8: Exploring the geography of disease

Semester 3 Semester 4Theme 2: Social environmentsFocus Unit 3: Sustaining communitiesFocus Unit4: Connecting people and places

Theme 3:Resources and environmentFocus Unit 5: Living with climate changeFocus Unit 6: Sustaining biodiversity

ASSESSMENT

Short response tests Not written presentationsStimulus response essays Data response testsPractical exercises Reports from field work or primary data

CAREER LINKS

The study of Geography may assist a young person to gain employment or study further in town and country planning, travel, tourism, teaching, real estate, national parks service, journalism, environmental protection and conservation, economics, landscaping, architecture, social work, meteorology, agricultural research, oceanography, geology, flying, tertiary lecturing, mining engineering and foreign affairs.

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COMMENTS

WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT: Geography draws on a wide range of knowledge from the physical and social sciences. It prepares students for coming to terms with the rapid technological and social changes taking place in the world by relating human activity to changing environments.

Geography includes the study of such things as landforms, climates, settlements, and social organisations.

Students are helped to gain an understanding of the differences in the quality of life among the people of the world; and the impact of human activities on the Earth's varied environments. Students are challenged to think carefully about how the quality of human life might be improved, about effective use of resources, and about ways in which the environment might be improved. Learning activities include field work, computing, working with maps, statistics, photographs, satellite images, and presenting reports.

COSTS

As part of the course students will be expected to participate in field work (some overnight) and parents should be aware that some of these might incur a cost.

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ACCOUNTING


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 & 2Foundation Studies 1 & 2Recording cash transactions (including bank reconciliation)InventoriesInternal ControlsAccounts receivable and payableElectronic business Managerial Decision making

Semester 3 & 4 Non current assets (including controls)SpreadsheetsAssumptions; Accrual accounting; Balance day adjustments; Classification and presentation of end-of-year reports; Qualitative characteristicsStatement of cash flowsFinancial reportsBudgetingAccounting package (eg MYOB)Elective unit (eg pastoral accounting)

ASSESSMENT

Assignments; practical applications; non-written presentations; objective/short response; response to stimulus material, extended written responses.

CAREER LINKS

Completion of this course should enable students to participate more effectively and responsibly in a changing business environment and may also provide information that is useful to individuals in the management of their personal financial affairs.

Accounting is designed to provide a foundation in the discipline of accounting and to prepare students for further education, training and employment.

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COMMENTS

This subject is strongly recommended for all students wishing to study a Business degree at university. Accounting promotes the development of numeracy, effective communication and logical reasoning (including analysis and interpretation, problem solving and decision making) in an accounting context. In developing these skills and abilities, students will study a range of theoretical and practical aspects of accounting with a focus on the sole trader organisation. Current relevant technologies (MYOB and MS Excel) will also be an integral part of the study of accounting.

COSTS

A levy will be charged.

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BUSINESS ORGANISATION AND MANAGEMENT(BOM)


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Nature of businessOrganisations and managementEntrepreneurship

Marketing managementElective study – International Business

Semester 3 Semester 4Operations managementFinancial management

Business Plan Human resource management

ASSESSMENT Assessment will take a variety of individual and group forms. Techniques include: objective and short answer responses, response to stimulus material eg case studies, cartoons, extended written response, project and practical work eg research assignments, interviews with local business people, business plan, non-written responses eg multimedia presentation, interviews.

CAREER LINKS

The study of BOM leads to careers in business management, business ownership, supervisory roles, recruitment, marketing and accounting. Students develop management skills, effective communication skills, numeracy and literacy skills. BOM students will also have a good grounding for further study in a Bachelor of Business.

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COMMENTS

The study of this subject sets the foundation for success in an increasingly dynamic and global society. It is important for young people to be able to make informed and rational decisions about business organisation and management. The syllabus promotes awareness of ethical, economical and environmentally sustainable business practices.

The context of business applies to the student’s personal life and well as their future work life. In becoming active and reflective participants in the community, young people require knowledge of and proficiency in the skills of business management. In this context, students develop a range of intellectual, technological and operational skills, including the key competencies.

COSTS


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BUSINESS COMMUNICATION & TECHNOLOGIES (BCT)


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 & 2Computer Operations – word processing - routineWorkplace Health, Safety & SustainabilityWorkteamsOrganisational SkillsWorkplace EnvironmentsComputer Operations – Source DocumentsFinancial Records – Petty CashBusiness Communication

Semester 3 & 4 Computer Operations – word processing - advancedInternational Business Communication Financial Records – Source documents, bankingManaging Workplace InformationComputer Operations – database

ASSESSMENT

Assessment will take a variety of individual and group forms. Techniques include: short & extended written responses, teacher observation, research, practical tasks and an Integrated project.

CAREER LINKS

This is a subject ideally suited for those students who at the end of Year 10 may not be sure of their career path or choice of tertiary study. As well as computer competence BCT integrates aspects of Accounting, Legal Studies and Economics. It offers students the opportunity to study towards attaining university entry, as well as gaining credit towards vocational training. BCT is personally satisfying but demanding in that it requires the development of good organisational and time management skills as is expected in the workplace.

It provides valuable skills and competency training to industry standards. When applying for jobs many employers prefer a presentation of a folio of practical work and BCT provides material for this folio.

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COMMENTS

BCT integrates academic study and vocational competencies that make it an ideal subject for students who want to keep their options open. It is computer based with topics offered in a context. This effectively means a context (see below) will be selected for study each semester. This approach aims to promote meaningful learning experiences as close as possible to industry.

Possible contexts include – Events Management, Entertainment, Travel, Health and Well-being, Retail, Public Administration, Legal, Real Estate, Mining, Politics.

At the conclusion of study students will have:

1. an OP eligible subject2. had the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualification - Certificate II in Business

(BSB20107)

COSTS


COMPETENCIESCode Competency titleBSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processesBSBWOR202A Organise and complete daily work activitiesBSBCMM201A Communicate in the workplaceBSBWOR203A Work effectively with othersBSBWOR204A Use business technologyBSBINM201A Process and maintain workplace informationFNSICGEN305B Maintain daily financial/business recordsBSBITU201A Produce simple word processed documentsBSBITU202A Create and use spreadsheetsBSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practicesBSBITU303A Design and produce text documents*BSBITU301A

*BSBITU302A

Create and use databases orCreate electronic presentations

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Certificate II Business – Stand alone(BSB20107)

This is certificate course and does not contribute to OP. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Competencies studied over 4 semesters:BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processesBSBWOR202A Organise and complete daily work activitiesBSBCMM201A Communicate in the workplaceBSBWOR203A Work effectively with othersBSBWOR204A Use business technologyBSBINM201A Process and maintain workplace informationFNSICGEN305B Maintain daily financial/business recordsBSBITU201A Produce simple word processed documentsBSBITU202A Create and use spreadsheetsBSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practicesBSBITU303A Design and produce text documents*BSBITU301A

*BSBITU302A

Create and use databases orCreate electronic presentations

ASSESSMENT

Students are provided with a variety of assessment techniques and multiple attempts to achieve each competency. Some techniques include: short written responses, verbal responses, project work, electronic presentations, practical applications and teacher observation.

CAREER LINKS

This is a course ideally suited for those students who wish to have a gap year between school and university and for those wishing to enter directly into employment.

Certificate II provides valuable workplace skills to industry standards. Students need to commit to the full 2 years of study to obtain the full certificate.

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COMMENTS

This subject gives students an understanding of fundamental business skills and provides students with opportunities for the development of appropriate skills to assist them in their transition from school to their role at work within a business environment. Students have the opportunity of gaining hands-on experience with business equipment and to gain experience with a number of different computer applications.

COSTS


COMPETENCIES

See course outline

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ECONOMICS


COURSE OUTLINE

Senior Economics offers a range of core and elective topics, providing flexibility and choice for both students and teachers.

Core topics introduce students to:

the general nature of economics and the economic problem of what, how and for whom to produce

the Australian labour market, employment and unemployment, the regulation and deregulation of the labour market, the social and economic effects of labour policies

how governments implement economic policies and objectives international economics, external trade relations, the balance of payments, and the

connection between the domestic and external sectors of the economy

Elective topics provide a wide scope for the development of courses of study which suit the needs of particular schools and school populations. The students study 5-7 elective topics from the following list: the stock market, personal economics, population, environmental economics, business concentration, the distribution of income and wealth, globalisation, technology change, economics of industry, economics of government, evaluation of economic ideas, income and expenditure analysis, finance, comparative economic systems, development economics, economics of trade.

ASSESSMENT

Students are assessed by a variety of techniques so that they have every opportunity to show their best performance. All summative assessment will occur in Year 12. Techniques in Year 11 become learning experiences for students whose performance should therefore benefit when similar techniques are re-applied in Year 12. The syllabus provides flexibility in assessment, and requires a variety of assessment types, including extended writing, short response, and non-written techniques.

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CAREER LINKS

Knowledge of economic principles and their effects would specifically enhance work skills in any area of Commerce, Business, Finance and Journalism and in the tertiary area students may wish to enrol in a Business, Economics, Management or a combined degree eg Economics/Law.

COMMENTS

Economics in Years 11 and 12 is a challenging and interesting subject for all students. The extensive media coverage of economic issues, problems and events has, in recent years, highlighted the need for increased community awareness of the economic environment in which we live and the economic forces that act upon our lives. This increased media focus has fostered a growing public perception of the impact of economic decision-making and the relevance of Economics.

This course of study stresses the desirability of having students understand the significance of economic events as well as the implications of individual, business and government economic decision-making. Households, businesses and governments are confronted with the economic problem of alternative uses of their limited resources. Economics provides the student with knowledge and skills that are both relevant for living in contemporary society and useful for a range of careers in commerce and industry.

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INFORMATION PROCESSING & TECHNOLOGY(IPT)


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 & 2Computer Systems ArchitectureArtificial IntelligenceSingle file information systems theory and designAlgorithm theory and designOperating Systems and Environments

Semester 3 & 4 Database Theory and PracticeRelational information systems theory and designSoftware ProgrammingArtificial Intelligence

ASSESSMENT

Objective and short response itemsProjectsPractical tasksWriting tasksCase study Group oral task

CAREER LINKS

IPT is recommended for students who will undertake further study in any aspects of computing at a tertiary level.

This course should prove relevant to students who wish to seek employment in the computer/technology areas.

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COMMENTS

IPT is an intellectual discipline that involves a study of:

Social and ethical issues: encourages students to develop an appreciation and understanding of the impact that developments in information technology have on themselves and communities worldwide.

Human – computer interaction: makes students aware that we are surrounded by many interfaces to technological systems that affect how people come to understand the workings of information and communication technology systems and the ways they communicate with these systems.

Information and intelligent systems: introduces a formal model to describe the architecture of information and intelligent systems, presents a methodology for the development of these systems, and allows students to implement these to produce working information and intelligent systems.

Software and system engineering: involves the study of software development and computer systems.

COSTS


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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY(ICT)

This is an AUTHORITY REGISTERED SUBJECT and will not contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 & 2 2D animationDigital Video production Multimedia authoringWebsite developmentCapturing and manipulating digital still, video and sound files

Semester 3 & 4 Update web pagesCreate, manipulate and incorporate 2D graphicsGame developmentAccess and use the internetPrepare and participate electronic media activity

3D Modelling

ASSESSMENT

Students are assessed using a variety of techniques including projects, folios of classroom activities and examinations. Tasks are completed both individually and in a group environment.

CAREER LINKS

Almost all working environments will involve the use of computers in some form and employees can be more productive if they use computers efficiently. Information & Communications Technology, through its vocational orientation, provides the opportunity to develop in students important marketable skills to equip them for their future employment.

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COMMENTS

This subject provides students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with computers and to gain experience with a number of different computer applications.

COSTS


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MATHEMATICS A

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study. A sound achievement for one completed semester in this subject will fulfil the numeracy requirement for the QCE.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Elements of Applied Geometry, Data collection and presentation, Linking 2 and 3 Dimensions, Managing Money 1.

Elements of applied Geometry, Maps and Compasses, Managing Money 1, Linking 2 and 3 Dimensions, Data collection and presentation.

Semester 3 Semester 4Managing Money 2, Exploring and understanding data, Maps and compasses, Operations research.

Managing Money 2, Exploring and understanding data, Maps and Compasses, Operations research

ASSESSMENT

One Assignment per Semester, Mid and End of Semester Examinations

CAREER LINKS

Mathematics A does allow entry to a large number of tertiary courses but students should check to make sure that it does not preclude them from their particular areas of interests.

COMMENTS

Mathematics A aims to give students useful mathematics knowledge for making intelligent decisions. The emphasis is on real life applications and is not as abstract as Mathematics B or C. It is a Authority subject and requires hard work from those who wish to do well. The units of work focus on probability and statistics, finance and applied geometry.

RECOMMENDED PRE - REQUISITE : Minimum overall C Standard in Year 10 Mathematics A

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COSTS

Students will be charged a levy for this subject.


Casio fx-7400G PLUS. These calculators may be purchased from the College Office at an estimated price of $85.

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MATHEMATICS B


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Functions, Quadratic Functions, Trigonometry, Exploring Data, Modelling Data with Functions.

Indices and Logarithms, Polynomials, Further Functions, Rates of Change, Introduction to Differential Calculus, Optimisation using derivatives.

Semester 3 Semester 4Periodic Functions, Introduction to Integral Calculus, Calculus of Periodic Functions, Probability, Exponential and Log Functions.

Financial Mathematics, Calculus of Exponential and Log Functions, Optimisation using Derivatives, Probability Distributions and Inference.

ASSESSMENT

One assignment per semester, mid and end-of-semester examinations

CAREER LINKS

Mathematics B allows students to build on their previous mathematical background, consolidating and furthering their knowledge and widening their range of experiences. The course includes topics in Statistics and Probability, Financial Mathematics and Applied Geometry and introduces the study of single variable functions, rates of change and optimisation.

COMMENTS

Mathematics B emphasises the application of the language and structure of mathematics in the real world, and helps provide students with useful mathematical knowledge and skills for an increasingly technological society. Students of Mathematics B should find themselves equipped with the necessary pre-requisite knowledge to undertake further study or to engage in employment. It is highly recommended that students have achieved at least a minimum overall B Standard in Year 10 Mathematics B and a minimum of C+ Standard in English.

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COSTS



CALCULATORS

TI – 84 PLUS. These calculators may be purchased from the College Office at an estimated price of $165.

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MATHEMATICS C


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Real and Complex Number Systems, Introduction to Groups, Matrices and Applications, Vectors and Applications.

Matrices and Applications, Vectors and Applications, Structures and Patterns, Dynamics.

Semester 3 Semester 4Real and Complex Number Systems, Vectors and Applications, Calculus, Structures and Patterns, Advanced Periodic and Exponential Functions.

Calculus, Matrices and Applications, Dynamics, Advanced Periodic and Exponential Functions.

ASSESSMENT

One assignment per semester, mid and end-of-semester examinations

CAREER LINKS

This subject is relevant to students of various backgrounds, interests and aspirations. Mathematics C builds on the student's mathematical background by introducing a balanced but varied cross-section of the disciplines of mathematics. This subject equips students with the pre-requisite mathematical knowledge to undertake further study or engage in employment. Students who are interested in studying Mathematics, Physics, Science, Engineering, or Computing at Tertiary institutions are urged to take this subject.

COMMENTSThe Mathematics C course covers the core topics of algebra, calculus, trigonometry, geometry, matrices, vectors, and introduces complex numbers, group theory, number theory, mathematical modeling, linear programming, dynamics, and advanced trigonometrical functions.

It is high recommended that students selecting this subject have achieved at least a minimum overall B Standard in Year 10 Mathematics and a minimum of C+ Standard in English. Mathematics B must also be studied.

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COSTS



CALCULATORS

TI – 84 Plus. These calculators may be purchased from the College Office at an estimated price of $165

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PREVOCATIONAL MATHEMATICS SAS

This is an Authority-registered subject and will not contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study. A sound achievement for one completed semester in this subject will fulfil the numeracy requirement for the QCE.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Mathematics for interpreting society: number (study area core).

Mathematics for interpreting society: data.

Semester 3 Semester 4Mathematics for personal organisation: location and time.Mathematics for personal organisation: finance.

Mathematics for practical purposes: measurement.

ASSESSMENT

One assignment per semester, mid and end-of-semester examinationsWork book monitored and marked each term.

CAREER LINKS

Numeracy is the ‘effective use of mathematics to meet the general demands of life at home, in paid work, and for participation in community and civic life ’1. Prevocational Mathematics is designed to help students improve their numeracy by building their confidence and success in making meaning of mathematics. It aims to assist students to overcome any past difficulties with, or negative attitudes towards, mathematics, so that they can use mathematics efficiently and critically to make informed decisions in their daily lives.

’1 EQ Australia Assessment Spring, 1997, Curriculum Corporation — http://www.curriculum.edu.au/eq/archive/eq_97/mclean.htm

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COMMENTS

This subject is for those students whose numeracy skills are not yet at a level to enable them to attempt Mathematics A.

COSTS



CALCULATORS

Students may continue to use their Casio fx-7400G PLUS calculators. These calculators can be purchased from the college office at a estimated price of $85.

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CHEMISTRY

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. Although there is no pre-requisite for entry it is recommended to have studied the Chemistry unit in Year 10 and achieved at least a B Standard to cope comfortably with Chemistry. An ease with Mathematical calculations would be beneficial so students who elect to do Chemistry are advised to study Mathematics B also. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2The Development of the Atom (Introduction to Chemistry)The Behaviour of Gas in Recreational Activities (Gases)

Water – A Valuable Resource (Acids/Bases, Redox, Electrochemistry)Marine Chemistry

Semester 3 Semester 4Magnesium (Metals)Wine Analysis (Quantitative Analysis)

Health & Sport (Energy & Energy of Reactions, Food Science)Pharmaceuticals (Synthesis of Aspirin)

ASSESSMENT

Assessment in this subject consists of three types of tasks, which are:

Extended Experimental Investigation (research tasks with an experimental component)Written Test (general exams, extended answers, etc.)Extended Response Task (non-experimental tasks, non-written presentations, etc.)

CAREER LINKS

The study of Chemistry is useful for students who plan a career in laboratory work, food technology, science, nutrition, pharmacy, industrial chemistry, forensic science and nursing. Chemistry is a pre-requisite for courses such as Environmental Engineering, Engineering, Science, Psychology, Optometry, Podiatry, Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science.

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COMMENTS

Students study chemical elements and the compounds formed from them, as well as a range of chemical theories for use in various laboratory and life situations. Knowledge of Chemistry can assist students in understanding and interpreting experiences in their everyday surroundings. The Chemistry program also develops through laboratory work, manipulative skills and encourages the use of the experimental approach to problem solving.

COSTS



Safety Glasses

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PHYSICS

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. Students selecting this subject should have achieved at least a B Standard in Year 10 Physics and Year 10 Mathematics B, and a minimum of C Standard in English. Students studying Physics are strongly advised to study Mathematics B. The study of Mathematics C would also be an advantage. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Physical Quantities and MeasurementForces and MotionWave MotionOptics

Forces and MotionEnergy and MomentumThermal PhysicsElectricity

Semester 3 Semester 4Forces and MotionWave Motion and SoundMagnetism and Electro-Magnetism

ElectricityElectronicsAtomic and Nuclear Physics

ASSESSMENT

Examinations and practical reports

CAREER LINKS

Physics is a recommended pre-requisite for further study and careers in the fields of Science, engineering and technology. Some tertiary courses require a pass in Senior Physics as an entry requirement.

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COMMENTS

The study of Physics leads students to an understanding of the physical universe in which we live. They will become aware of the fundamental laws that can be used to describe our world. Physics also examines some of the applications of Physics found in our society.

The emphasis in the course is on the understanding of the fundamental laws of Physics. Mathematics is used in Physics as a tool for examining physical situations as well as communicating results and applications.

COSTS

Students will be charged a levy for this subject.There may be an optional excursion in Year 12 which will incur additional costs.


Safety glasses

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BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It is recommended that students have studied at least the Biology unit offered in Year 10 and achieved a minimum of a B standard as well as at least a C grade in Year 10 English. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Organism Diversity & EvolutionEcosystems

Animal & Plant PhysiologyReproduction, Growth & Development

Semester 3 Semester 4Cell Biology & HomeostasisHealth and Disease

GeneticsIndependent Investigation (Choice of topic)

ASSESSMENT

Assessment includes: Written Tasks, Extended Experimental Investigations and Extended Response items.

CAREER LINKS

The study of Biology is a useful subject for careers in life and health, eg, biochemistry, chiropractic, dentistry, medicine, nursing, medical technology, physiotherapy, speech therapy, agriculture, veterinary science, naturopathy, aquaculture, food preparation and processing and hairdressing.

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COMMENTS

The study of Biology aims to give students an understanding of the processes of life and of the interactions of organisms with their environments. Students are expected to read widely to increase their knowledge and understanding of living organisms. The course includes field trips and practical skills developed in the laboratory. Biology aims to help students solve problems of a general and biological nature and develop attitudes that will assist students to become thoughtful and open-minded adults within society.

COSTS



Safety glasses

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AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It is recommended that students have studied the Agricultural Science unit offered in Year 10 and have achieved at least a C+ Standard, as well as a C Standard in Year 10 English. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to AgricultureClimate & Soil

Plant SciencePlant Production

Semester 3 Semester 4Animal ScienceAnimal Production

Reproduction and BreedingAgribusiness

ASSESSMENT

Examinations, research assignments, laboratory reports, feed trial reports, seminars and excursion reports. Students may also participate in the Show Circuit as part of their studies.

CAREER LINKS

Though Agricultural Science is not always a specific prerequisite for tertiary study, it is included as a recommended subject in rural management, agribusiness, veterinary, agricultural and environmental science.

COMMENTS

Agriculture is the science of cultivating the ground and raising plants and animals to provide food, fibre and other materials needed by society. It also studies the ways in which people manage natural resources such as plants, animals, climate, soil and water to meet these basic needs. Agriculture is an applied science and is designed to focus on both the theory and practical skills in farming and animal husbandry. Agricultural Science, however, will give students the skills to be better managers of their environment, with the ability to make informed and rational decisions about sustainable agriculture in the Australian economy. Agricultural Science is not only designed for students with a rural background, but would suit any student with an interest in environmental, biological or veterinary science.

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COSTS



Students who participate in the Show Animal program will be required to purchase the necessary uniform.

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MULTI-STRAND SCIENCE

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. A minimum B standard in the Year 10 Multi-Science unit and Year 10 English is recommended as a pre-requisite. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2The AtmosphereMaterials and Society

Occupational Health and SafetyForensic ScienceScience in Sport

Semester 3 Semester 4Environmental StudiesEnergy Use and Alternative Sources

Food ScienceMedicine and TechnologyScience Fiction, Science Fact

ASSESSMENT

Examinations, practical reports, field guide, oral presentations.

CAREER LINKS

This course is recommended for students considering: primary teaching; veterinary, dental and medical receptionists; hair dressing; food processing; agriculture; legal studies; also those wanting to update their Science skills, and those just interested or curious about the world around them.

COMMENTS

Participants in this course will come to appreciate Science in real-life situations and the relationship between Science, Technology and Society. They will have a knowledge of scientific techniques and how to apply them to everyday problem solving. Students will learn to work individually and as members of a group. Skills acquired will include those learned in a laboratory, as well as those learned in everyday situations. This course aims to encourage personal responsibility for learning, co-operation and respect between individuals of varying experiences, and enhancement of communication skills. Students, through a wide variety of educational experiences, should also learn to budget time and resources.

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COSTS



Safety glasses

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SCIENCE SAS

This is a pilot course and The Cathedral College has been given permission to trial this course 2009/2010. It is an Authority-registered subject and will not contribute to OP and FPs. A minimum C standard in a Year 10 Science unit and Year 10 English is recommended. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study. This course is

COURSE OUTLINE

There are five course organisers from which the course will be developed. These include:

Science for the workplace Resources, energy and sustainability Health and lifestyles Environments Discovery and Change

ASSESSMENT

Practical projects Assignments Supervised Assessment Portfolio.

CAREER LINKS

The scientific skills developed by a course in the Science SAS are relevant to employment in a range of fields and may form the basis of further training and education eg resources sector, health and medicine, animal welfare, pharmaceutical industry, research, recreation and tourism, food technology, biotechnology and forensics.

COMMENTS

Science in Practice balances the suite of senior science subjects by offering students opportunities to engage meaningfully in vocational applications of science. As such this skills-based course gives rise to dual outcomes in employability and scientific literacy. A course developed using the Science SAS embraces the intrinsic “hands-on” nature of the subject.

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COSTS



Safety glasses

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HOME ECONOMICS

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. Although there is no pre-requisite for entry it is advisable to have studied at least one unit of food production and textile production at Year 10 level. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Core: The Health of Individuals and SocietyElective: Contemporary Issues in Food and Nutrition for Adolescents

Core: Consumer Textiles Elective: The Built Environment

Semester 3 Semester 4Core: Individuals and Families in their Living EnvironmentElective: Creating Textiles

Elective: Food technology and the ConsumerElective: Food and an Australian Identity

ASSESSMENT

Each Semester consists of:

Written test Research essayPractical task Response to stimulus

CAREER LINKS

The course leads to many avenues of tertiary studies. Some of these include: Bachelor of Education majoring in the teaching of Home Economics, Bachelor of Health Science, Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Diet and a Bachelor of Applied Science from which Home Economists may gain positions in the food industry, textile industry or as community health workers.

COMMENTS

Home Economics education involves students in areas such as the effect food and food choices have on health, the impact of living environments on individuals and families; and developing management skills associated with consumer use of textiles. An emphasis on the individual and family as the underpinning theme ensures a personalised approach which in turn encourages students to be proactive in areas affecting their daily lives.

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COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables for food units. Students will also be required to purchase equipment for textile units.


Basic textile equipment is required.

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HOSPITALITY SAS

This is an SAS and will not contribute to OP and FPs. Although there is no pre-requisite for entry it is advisable to have studied at least one food production unit in Year 10. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Food and Beverage Service Food Production

Semester 3 Semester 4Specialty Food and Beverage Production Hospitality Events

ASSESSMENT

Year 11Industry reportPractical event

Year 12 Industry reportPractical event

Planning and decision making journal Planning and decision making journal Objective short response test Objective short response test

CAREER LINKS

Successful completion of this course will allow students to be credited to specific courses conducted by TAFE or private providers. Students will gain skills necessary to gain employment in coffee shops and a range of food outlets.

COMMENTS This course involves a lot of teamwork and participating in catering functions.

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COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables and the purchase of a Hospitality shirt – approximately $35.


A Hospitality shirt and black pants/skirt will be required to be worn at functions.

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HOSPITALITY STUDIES

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. Although there is no pre-requisite for entry it is advisable to have studied at least one unit of food production in Year 10. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Note: Each semester elements of the units of competency from Certificate I Hospitality (Operations) will be covered.

Semester 1 Semester 2Food Production Beverage Production and ServiceFood and Beverage Service Food and Beverage Service

Semester 3 Semester 4Food ProductionFood and Beverage Service

Food and Beverage ServiceBeverage Production and Service

ASSESSMENT

Each semester consists of:Multimodal task/Written testPractical taskResearch essay

CAREER LINKS

The course may lead to many avenues of employment. Some of these include: hotel management, chef, travel consultant, tourism and functions co-ordinator.

COMMENTS

Hospitality Studies offers both an academic and practical challenge to students. As an OP subject with embedded vocational education competencies, the subject can contribute to a student’s tertiary entrance score, and also provides the opportunity to acquire a vocational education certificate that has national recognition in the hospitality industry.

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COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables and the purchase of a Hospitality shirt – approximately $35.


A Hospitality shirt and black pants/skirt will be required to be worn at functions.

COMPETENCIES

SIT10207 Certificate I in Hospitality:

SITHIND001A Develop and update hospitality industry knowledge.SITXCOM001A Work with colleagues and customers.SITXCOM002A Work in a socially diverse environment.SITXOHS001A Follow health, safety and security procedures.SITXOHS002A Follow workplace hygiene procedures.SITHFAB010A Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages.SITHFAB003A Serve food and beverage to customers.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD SAS

This is an Authority-registered subject and will not contribute to OP and FPs. There are no pre-requisites for entry into this subject. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Introducing early childhood Understanding growth and development Physical Development Creativity, self-expression and problem

solving in early childhood

Semester 3 Semester 4Physical care of children Play in early childhood

Children with special needsCareer pathways working with young children

ASSESSMENT

Response to stimulus Story tellingPractical demonstration Reflective essayRecord book Resource folioShort response Baby simulator journal

CAREER LINKS

This course is an excellent introduction to the Diploma of Child Care offered at TAFE, Nanny courses and Early Childhood teaching courses offered at University.

COMMENTS

The course involves work placement at Child Care Centres, Pre-schools or Primary schools during Term 3 in year 11 and 12.

COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables.

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GRAPHICS


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Introductory Unit Production Graphics (Gym Equipment)Built Environment (Residential) Business Graphics (Corporate Identity –

Marketing & Packaging)

Semester 3 Semester 4Built Environment (Residential/Commercial)Production Graphics (Homewares, Gym Equipment, Tools)

Business Graphics (Safe Use Manuals, Instruction Books)Presentation Drawings

Within these units the following areas of study are integrated into the learning: Presentation Methods Plane Geometrical Drawing and Construction Orthographic Projection Pictorial Drawing and Projection Diagrams, Graphs and Charts Development

ASSESSMENT

Short response examContextual Unit Folio (3)Formal Exam

CAREER LINKS

This is an interesting and challenging subject that is ideal for FSOP students who have ambition and wish to study a subject that is relevant to a wide range of careers from trade, cadetships, to senior management. Employment and further study can be sought in areas such as mining, engineering, architecture, town planning, aerospace, aviation, automobile industry, sign writing and multimedia.

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COMMENTS

In covering the seven areas of study, modern drafting techniques, sometimes known as Computer Aided Drafting, will be integrated so that students are able to complete drawings using relevant, industry specific technology.

COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables.


Calculator (purchased for Mathematics)

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MANUFACTURING: FURNISHING STUDIES SAS

This is an Authority-registered subject and will not contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Project 1Introduction to carcase constructionProject 2 Introduction to framing construction

Project 3 Carcase & framing project Project 4 Introduction to wood turning

Semester 3 Semester 4Project 5 Framing projectProject 6 Carcase construction project

Project 7 Wood turning projectProject 8 Design project (senior project)

Imbedded in all semesters is seven Key Elements of Study: Introduction to the Furnishing Industry Safety in the Furnishing Workplace Drawing Interpretation and setting out Selection and application of hand & power tools Selection and application of static machinery Materials preparation, construction and assembly of a product Surface preparation and finishing

ASSESSMENT

Assessment is generally based on the three criteria within the subject area: knowledge and understanding, applied processes and practical skills

Types of Assessment:

Workbooks and project foliosSafety programShort answer testsProjects

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CAREER LINKS

This subject offers a course of study over the four semesters, based on units that promote vocational education as well as general knowledge and skills needed for employment in the timber and related industries.

COMMENTS

Yr 12 Project will emphasise the Design, Make & Appraise Model of learning. i.e. Students will design their own piece of furniture; then make it. The final stage will be the self evaluation of their finished product.

COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables. This levy is outside the General Purpose Levy. This levy includes an allowance for the senior project. However, students may require additional materials depending on their project.


Safety glasses

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MANUFACTURING: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY STUDIES (ITS) SAS


COURSE OUTLINEManufacturing – Industrial Technology Studies is the generic name given to a variety of subject matter. This subject is relevant to all students as they seek to develop:

An understanding of Industrial Technology and its application to industry Preparation for employment A capacity to cope with and contribute to life in a technological society A sense of personal worth and self-esteem Simple Manufacturing techniques Problem solving abilities

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to oxy-welding, oxy-cutting, arc welding, MIG welding; Machining – lathe; Metal forming techniques

BrazierTool boxCentre punch – lathePlastic forming techniques

Semester 3 Semester 4Barbeque table Project of own choice (senior project)Plumb bob – lathePlastic & timber laminates, ceramic tilingIntroduction to wood turning

ASSESSMENT

Assessment is generally based on observations made by the teacher of how the student is working, and the quality of the projects built.

Students are also required to complete:

Project folios/ log books Safety tests on all equipment used Short answer exams.

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CAREER LINKS

The units of work are contextualised to the following three areas:

IndustrialThis area seeks to develop practical knowledge and skills that might apply in an industrial environment. The industrial environment encompasses many sectors that provide employment opportunities, for example, construction, engineering, transport, mining and agriculture.

DomesticThis area seeks to develop skills, which enables students to enhance their personal living standards. The ability to perform routine maintenance and development tasks in the home is both economical and desirable. Ultimately, success in such activities will provide students with a sense of pride and self worth with the potential to transfer learned skills to other areas.

RecreationalThis area seeks to develop practical knowledge and skills that might be used in a recreational context. There is a need for broad based and integrated skills that enhance safe enjoyment and use of leisure time and potential development of interests.

COMMENTS

Through practical projects, students learn skills such as: Arc Welding MIG Welding Oxy/Acetylene Processes Sheetmetal Fabrication Wrought Iron Work Metal Machining (Lathe) Wood Machining (lathe) Timber Construction Plastic processing Ceramic tiling Workshop and Site Safety Problem Solving

COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables. This levy includes an allowance for the senior project. However, students may require additional materials depending on their project.


Long sleeve cotton work shirt & cotton trousers or overalls, leather work boots and safety glasses

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TECHNOLOGY STUDIES


COURSE OUTLINE

The course of study consists of the following six areas of study: Design Processes Safety Materials Tools Process Systems

Semester 1 Semester 2Design Folio 1 & 2Design Project 1 & 2

Concept Design FolioInvestigative AnalysisDesign Folio 3Design Project 3

Semester 3 Semester 4Design Folio 4Design Project 4

Investigative AnalysisDesign Folio 5Design Project 5

ASSESSMENT

Assessment is generally based on observations made by the teacher of how the student is working, the production of design folios and the quality of the projects built.

Students are also required to complete project folios, safety tests on all equipment used and short answer exams.

CAREER LINKS

This subject offers a course of study over the four semesters, based on units that promote vocational education as well as general knowledge and skills needed for employment in the design, construction, fabrication & engineering related industries.

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COMMENTS

This subject is ideal for students who wish to expand their problem solving skills within an academic setting.

Technology Studies is an FSOP course of study that investigates the nature and functions of available resources through the application of inquiry, design and problem – solving methodologies. It requires students to identify and understand a problem, implement a plan and evaluate the outcomes.Students are encouraged to be active participants in invention and innovation through design, making and appraising. They are exposed to a range of intellectual challenges while developing practical skills associated with hand and power tools, machinery and equipment.

Technology Studies involves students in designing engineered products, systems or environments where safety is a mandatory aspect of the course.

COSTS

This subject contains a levy for consumables. This levy includes an allowance for the senior project. However, students may require additional materials depending on their project.

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VISUAL ART

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It is preferable that students wishing to take Senior Art have successfully completed at least one unit of Year 10 Visual Art or Media units. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Stage 1 (Semester 1/2) Stage 2 (Semester 2/3)Diversity in Art: Experimentation with Media

Themes in Art: Further Exploration of Media, with Growing Emphasis on Concepts and Feelings Expressed

Stage 3 (Semester 3) Stage 4 (Semester 4)Individual Studies in Art (Student-directed)

Extension

ASSESSMENT

The students will be assessed in a variety of styles and techniques including: painting, sculpture and media as well as folio work and essay writing analysis.

CAREER LINKS

Art students, artists, commercial artists and advertising

COMMENTS

Students will experience a wide range of visual art conventions through the manipulation of the elements and principles of design. The course is designed to educate the students in visual literacy and art theory.

COSTS

There will be a levy to subsidise the materials used in class as well as excursions to galleries which will be used as assessment instruments.


Closed in shoes.

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VISUAL ART STUDIES SAS

This is an Authority-registered subject and will not contribute to OP and FP’s. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Visual Studies: Elements Of Design, Drawing and Painting including demonstrated use of photographic or electronic aids. Fine Art: Health and Safety in the Art Room. Folio work continued.

Image Software and The Arts: Students explore the use of scanner, digital camera, Photoshop and Flash. They also explore traditional printmaking and/or painting processes using digital and electronic processes as source material.

Semester 3 Semester 4Fine Art: Folio of sculptures (3D work). Students explore carving, casting, construction, kinetic and found objects. Students also develop knowledge of a working arts studio through excursions to professional studios.

Extension Folio: Students produce a folio of work using processes selected from previously explored folios. Students organise an end-of-year art exhibition.

ASSESSMENT

Experimental foliosResolved worksVisual journals

CAREER LINKS

The course may also assist students seeking employment after Year 12. Arts would be an advantage for a student seeking employment in some creative area eg hairdressing, interior decorating, printing industry and shop display.

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COMMENTS

In this course the emphasis is on practical, utilitarian and vocational skills in both traditional and contemporary art crafts, and on applied Art in the areas of the built environment, consumer products and communication. The outcomes students create are intended to be useful in everyday life in our contemporary society.

Community resources will also be used where possible to offer a range of learning experiences.

It is not necessary to have studied Art in previous years. It is only necessary to have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for art. The course provides for a full range of students as individuals, encouraging the development of creativity, responsibility, self-reliance, self-confidence, and self-esteem.

COSTS

There is a levy to cover the cost of consumables.

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MUSIC

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. It will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study. Students live in a world in which music has an important and pervasive presence. Whether actively engaging in music by listening (attending concerts, buying CDs and DVDs, turning on the radio), performing (learning an instrument, playing in a band, singing in a group) or composing (writing popular songs), or incidentally encountering music (riding in lifts, watching TV, using a mobile phone), students have an individual experience of music.

Music is sound, and any experience of music is essentially and fundamentally aural. In the senior years of schooling, the study of music recognises this by centring learning experiences on the development of audiation, which is the process by which the brain makes sense of what the ear hears. Students build on the foundation established in the compulsory years of schooling by applying their developing audiation through an exploration of the musical elements within a variety of contexts, genres and styles to achieve the interrelated general objectives of analysing repertoire, composing and performing.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Rhythm & Groove (wk 1-15) – discovering the nature of musical patterns from different styles and cultures.

“1-4-5!!” cont’d. (wk 21-30)

“1-4-5!!” (wk 16-20) - a look at the vertical nature of music.

Music is a Trifle (wk 31-40) – an investigative approach in determining how layers are used in music and how this influences style/genre.

Semester 3 Semester 4‘Great Southern Land’ (wk 1-10) – taking a considered approach to Australian Music of cultural significance.

Project Unit cont’d. (wk 21 – 25)

Project Unit (wk 11-20) – an opportunity for students to be involved in a production or produce an original work/performance of their own.

Music is… (wk 26-40) – students determine the purposes of music in society and various cultures and produce a work for a culturally significant event.

ASSESSMENT

Students will be required to complete 6 pieces of assessment within each year over the two year course: 2 compositions, 2 performances, 2 analysis tasks. One task from each type of assessment (i.e. 1 composition, 1 performance, 1 analysis) will be chosen and placed in each student’s folio for monitoring and verification at the conclusion of each year. All assessment in Year 11 is formative; all assessment in Year 12 is summative.

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CAREER LINKS

The study of Senior Music may lead to further experience, education, or training to obtain employment in one of the following areas: performer, conductor, music teacher, sound engineer, music journalist, band/artist manager, Artists and Repertoire agent for a record company, computer games/ring-tone composer, multimedia design, session musician, music retailer, radio announcer, booking agent, tour manager, music publisher, publicity agent, educated consumer…

COMMENTS

While there are no pre-requisites for the study of Senior Music, it is highly recommended that students considering study of this course should have passed the Year 10 Music unit as well as satisfactorily passing compulsory music in Years 8 and 9. Students who may not have studied music in Year 10 but have been or are participating in musical activities outside school (eg playing a musical instrument, singing and perhaps taking music lessons) are encouraged to approach the Academic Dean of the Arts so that their suitability may be ascertained.

Music Extension is also offered as a Year 12 subject for students who show a particular flair for music.

COSTS

There is a levy for both the Year 11 and Year 12 courses. This levy will cover the costs of consumables eg photocopying, blank CDs/DVDs, maintenance of equipment. The levy will also go towards any excursions that may be deemed appropriate for the course.


Students will require those items in the ‘Essential Equipment’ list to complete this course; items in the ‘Useful Equipment’ list are not essential but may prove useful over the 2-year course.

Essential Equipment: Instrument (N/A for vocal students) A4 display folder or ring-binder with

plastic sleeves Manuscript pad Lecture pad with perforated sheets CD player/stereo (at home) 2B pencil, pen, eraser, etc.

Useful Equipment: Computer & internet access Keyboard/piano access

(particularly for vocal students) mp3 player/recorder (definitely not

essential – useful for the transfer of data or as a compositional/ rehearsal tool).

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DRAMA


COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 11. Unit Title: The Character:

Greek and Shakespearian Theatre

2. Unit Title: How funny are youComedy the genre

Semester 21. Unit Title: The Director

Directing Analytical response to live theatre

2. Unit Title: The PerformerBrecht/Collage Theatre(student devised)

Semester 3 1. Unit Title: The Creation

Absurd/Physical Theatre(student devised)

2. Unit Title: Realism/Naturalism

Performance to text

Semester 4 1. Unit Title: Australian Theatre

Performance Text Script writing 2. Unit Title: The Experience

Selective Update Choose 1 of 3

ASSESSMENT

The students will be assessed in a variety of styles and techniques including performance, script writing, analytical comparative essays, student-devised and text performance work.

CAREER LINKS

Drama students have been able to utilise their skills in the following areas: Teaching, Directing, Acting, Public Relations, Film, Television, Radio, Tourism.

COMMENTS

Students will experience a wide range of dramatic conventions through Australian and world theatre. It is important to note that this course is not an acting course. The course is designed to educate the students in drama literacy and performance skills.

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COSTS

A levy will be charged to subsidise the attendance of live performances which will be used as assessment instruments.


Many costumes are available in the wardrobe department.

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DRAMA STUDIES SAS


COURSE OUTLINE

Drama Skills Play Performance Role play Focus Elements of Drama

Dramaturg Stage Movement and Blocking Lighting and Sound Make up Costuming Publicity Front of House and Backstage Prompt Copy

ASSESSMENT

It is hoped that during the course students will design a stage production which will include a lighting design, set design, costume/make-up and complete a written prompt copy in stagecraft for the actors. Students will create lighting designs/on-the-job training.

STUDENTS MUST BE PREPARED TO WORK THE OCCASIONAL EVENING OR WEEKEND IN THE CASE OF PRODUCTION AND CONCERT EVENTS

COMMENTS

Creative Arts aims:1. To stimulate and develop the creative imagination.2. To offer students to participate in performing arts activities which encourage the

development of life skills (aesthetics, sensory awareness, autonomy, organisation, confidence, self discipline etc).

3. To promote individual worth through the building of personal confidence and a positive body image.

4. To provide opportunities to develop communication skills related to the employment situation.

5. To develop critical awareness of entertainment options available to students in society.

6. To foster a love and understanding of live theatre.

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COSTS

A levy will be charged to subsidise the attendance of live performances and workshop which will be used as assessment instruments.


Many costumes are available in the wardrobe department.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This is an AUTHORITY SUBJECT and will contribute to OP and FPs. There is no pre-requisite for entry but it is advisable to have studied Health and Physical Education in Year 10. It is strongly recommended that students studying this subject have obtained a minimum C standard in Year 10 English. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2VolleyballMotor Skill Acquisition

Touch FootballEnergy Systems and Physical Activity

TennisSociology – Patterns of Participation

GolfBiomechanics

Semester 3 Semester 4VolleyballGender Issues and Media in Sport

Touch FootballTraining Program Design

TennisPsychology of Performance

GolfMoney, Media and Sponsorship

ASSESSMENT

Each term/topic consists of:

Physical response task Students must demonstrate their achievement from simple to gradually more complex tasks and performance environments.

Written response task Students must complete a variety of modes and genres including:Essay under exam conditions / research assignment / analytical report / response to stimuli

CAREER LINKS

An interest in Physical Education may lead to a variety of careers. Those requiring a bachelor degree include sports psychologist, scientist, journalist, marketer/manager or physiotherapist, HPE teacher, nurse and fitness instructor. Careers requiring diplomas (TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation) include sports trainer, recreation officer, massage therapist, fitness instructor, sports coach, and fitness centre manager.

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COMMENTS

Physical Education, in the senior school context, is performance-based education and involves students learning in, about and through physical activity. It focuses on the interrelationships between motor learning and psychological, biomechanical, physiological and sociological factors that influence individual and team performances.

Students will be required to learn through each of the general objectives:

Acquiring - the retrieval and comprehension of information and the reproduction of learned physical responses

Applying - interpreting, analysing and manipulating information; analysing and adapting performance

Evaluating -making decisions, reaching conclusions, solving problems and justifying solutions and actions

Half of this course is dedicated to the theory component and as such students will find the work more demanding than Junior Health and Physical Education.

COSTS

A levy will be charged for this subject to cover the use of various venues and equipment.


TCC sports uniform or house uniform for practical lessons

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RECREATION SAS

This is an Authority-registered subject and will not contribute to OP and FPs. There are no pre-requisites for entry but it is advisable to have a keen interest in the physical recreation and sports industry. This subject will contribute 4 Core credits towards the QCE on successful completion of four semesters of study.

COURSE OUTLINE

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to the Sport and Recreation Industry

Tennis, Badminton, SquashEvent Management

Team Sports 1Games Analysis

Lifesaving Bronze Medallion

Semester 3 Semester 4AquathlonPrinciples of Training and Fitness

Team Sports 2Coaching Principles

GolfGolf Etiquette and Rules

Lawn BowlsSenior First Aid

ASSESSMENT

Each term/topic consists of:

Physical task Students must demonstrate their achievement from simple to gradually more complex tasks and performance environments.

Theory task Students must complete a variety of instruments including:Written Reports, Event Management, Examinations, Coaching Sessions and Response to Stimulus.

CAREER LINKS

Physical Recreation students may continue their studies in this area through TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation. Some options include diplomas or advanced diplomas in event management, sport officiating, coaching, athlete support services and sport development as well as certificates (levels I – IV) in Sport and Recreation.

Careers requiring diplomas or certificates include sports trainer, recreation officer, massage therapist, fitness instructor, lifeguard, sports coach, sports umpire and fitness centre manager.

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COMMENTS

The study area specification Recreation provides an opportunity for students to experience the challenge of active participation in physical activity. It allows them to develop their interpersonal abilities and an appreciation for recreation activities, and is aimed at encouraging them to continue to use leisure time in active ways, contribute to their local communities and exploit their recreational interests.

COSTS

A levy will be charged for this subject to cover the use of various venues and equipment.Students will also need to meet the additional costs incurred in attaining nationally accredited certificates.


TCC sports/house uniform for practical lessons

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TCC LINKS PROGRAMThe central theme of being a member of the TCC Links Program is self-management in all spheres of life; inter-personal relations, vocational activities and community involvement. Students will be assisted to become competent, caring and co-operative members of society; and the skills, attitudes and values that lead to personal fulfilment are promoted.

The emphasis is on the need for members of modern society to achieve understanding of themselves and their environment so that they may manage their lives successfully. There is provision, therefore, for studies which are based firmly on examples of the real world and there are many opportunities for students to practise in the college and in the wider community the skills and attitudes they have learned.

Our College offers a special, caring environment, which will protect, while challenging, all those participating in this program. Students will thus be assisted to make the transition into adult roles, which give more independence while demanding more responsibility.

In response to the changing demands of work and society and the smart state Education and Training Reforms for the Future (ETRF) Initiative implemented in 2006, The Cathedral College is providing a diverse range of options to students completing Years 11 and 12.

Students can divide their time between school, TAFE institutes, other private providers and workplaces to earn additional qualifications that can lead to further qualifications in the area when they leave school. These qualifications can satisfy the requirements of the QCE.

If students elect to undertake courses/programs or work placement off campus, all arrangements are to be made through the TCC Links Program Coordinator, Mrs Linda Weeding.

TCC Links program has been developed to cater for students aiming to equip themselves with experience, training and qualifications that will ease their entry into the workforce or TAFE or university on completion of their Year 12 studies. If a student chooses to gain employment they can gain further qualifications in the area.

SCHOOL-BASED APPRENTICESHIPS OR TRAINEESHIPS (SATS)

Many SATS are available in industry areas where employment shortages occur. They provide students with job opportunities, while increasing their available options at school as well as beyond Year 12.

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This is the classic way to combine work and study so that students can earn while they learn. They may work towards achieving a Level II qualification or partially complete a Level III qualification while still working towards their Senior Certificate. “Traineeship or Apprenticeship” can refer to Certificate III & IV qualifications while “Traineeship” refers to Certificate I & II qualifications.

Should a student be offered a SAT, they will have dual status as a full-time school student and as a paid employee undertaking an integrated education, training and employment program. Students must indicate that they intend to take up a SAT on the subject selection form.

Each school-based trainee/apprentice, their parent/guardian and employer enters into a legally binding employer-employee Training Agreement that is registered with the Department of Education, Training and the Arts (DETA). The training agreement is usually for a two-year duration (ie through Years 11 and 12), but students can complete it in a shorter time. If the traineeship or apprenticeship is not completed before the end of the Year 12 school year, employers are obligated to employ the student on a full-time or part-time basis until completion. (Apprenticeships usually have a four-year duration.)

An employer may offer a student in Years 10, 11 or 12 who performs extremely well in a Work Experience Placement a SAT.

The following statistics are testament to the college’s support for this program.

A more comprehensive list of government-approved school-based apprenticeships and traineeships can be viewed at www.training.qld.gov.au

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Year No. of SATs in Years 11 and 122005 382006 402007 422008 332009 31 (includes 3 Year 10 students)

http://www.training.qld.gov.au/

Advantages of SATs to Students:

finish Year 12 and obtain a QCE (and OP if desired)

achieve an additional nationally recognised qualification

paid for on-the-job time in the workplace

gain valuable skills learnt on-the-job

receive structured training that is competency based

are trained by a Registered Training Organisation

gain confidence and self-esteem in an adult environment

develop skills and attitudes which are relevant to the world of work

their employability is potentially increased

have a mini experience of a career Advanced Standing (credit for previous qualifications) may also be given at

selected tertiary institutions thus shortening their future chosen courses.

Advantages of SATs to Employers:

receive an incentive payment for taking a School-based apprentice or trainee

pay the student’s wages for the time they are at work but not for the time they spend training

the student is not paid for public holidays or sick leave and does not accrue annual leave

train the student on the job to meet your specific business needs with your equipment

can choose the registered training organisation

have a say in the content of training delivered and the way it is delivered

negotiate to vary the attendance of the student to suit the demands of your business

flexibility of a school based apprentice or trainee if you are unable to employ a full-time one

once the qualification has been achieved, the employer does not have to offer the SAT a full-time position

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Finding an Employer Interested in Hiring a SATThe college does not actively seek school-based apprenticeships and traineeships on behalf of parents and students. However, the college will provide a folder of information for parents and students to pass on to interested employers detailing the program and how the process operates.

If a student has completed a Work Experience Placement with an employer during school vacation periods, any possibility of obtaining a SAT wholly depends on their individual performance in the workplace and whether the employer is in such a financial position that allows them to employ a trainee or apprentice. Completion of a Work Experience Placement does not automatically mean a SAT will be offered.

Another avenue for applying for a SAT is when the school-industry link programs, Careers Link CQ Inc or Youth Pathways Capricornia advertises SAT positions that have become available. From time to time, employers contact the college looking to employ a SAT. All positions are advertised through the weekly TCC Chronicle and the daily notices for any student in Year 11 to apply for.

The opportunity of hiring a SAT should also be considered by parents who operate any type of business, particularly if their son or daughter works part-time in that business. Owner/operators who do not employ their own children in their business, may still consider a school-based traineeship/apprenticeship as an option as long as the prospective employee/s are still at school and in Year 11.

In the past, some employers have offered their SAT a full-time position on completion of Year 12.

CENTRAL QUEENSLAND INSTITUTE OF TAFE (CQIT) COURSES

A number of places are offered to Year 11 and 12 students from all secondary schools in Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Mt Morgan in a variety of ETRF TAFE courses. In 2009 the following courses were offered:

CQTAFE Courses – 1 year courses CQTAFE Courses – >1 year coursesCertificate I in Automotive Certificate II in Library – Information ServicesCertificate I in Engineering Certificate III in Beauty Certificate II in Hairdressing Certificate III in Childcare Certificate II in Retail (online) Certificate III in Fitness (video conference)Certificate II in Information Technology Certificate III in Information TechnologyCertificate II in Horticulture Certificate IV in Justice Administration Certificate II in Hospitality Short CoursesCertificate II in Community Services (Childcare) 10 week Bar and Beverage Course 1-2 nights per weekCertificate I in ConstructionCertificate II in Information Technology (online)

Information on these courses becomes available in November each year and interested students are asked to complete and submit an Expression of Interest form. Written offers are sent to students home addresses. Students are then asked to pay the course fees directly to client services located in “A” Block at the Canning Street Campus. This may be done over the telephone for residential students (Ph 0749202303). Parents will need to give their credit card details over the telephone. Day students are asked to enrol at “A” block in person, taking with them their TCC ID card or birth certificate.

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On successful completion of a Certificate Course, a Statement of Results will be issued. If a full certificate is not completed, a Statement of Attainment will be issued for the competencies successfully completed.

Clothing Required

Students are required to wear specific clothing to TAFE courses dependent on the course requirement. Engineering and Construction classes require: Steel capped safety boots; Cotton work clothes; Safety glasses. Hospitality courses require students to wear a chef uniform (pants, jacket, cap, black shoes) and possibly supply their own toolbox of knives.

The following businesses sell work-style uniforms:

Protector Alsafe, William Street, Rockhampton The Uniform Centre, High Street, North Rockhampton and

Students are also encouraged to access Charity shops for good quality second-hand workwear.

Costs of Courses

Costs can vary greatly depending on usage of consumable materials and text material. The availability of courses and specific costs are not known until November each year.

Other Courses

Students entering the Building and Construction Industry will be required to achieve a Qld Construction White / Blue Card - General Safety Induction CPCOHS1001A. Visit http://learn.bluedogtraining.com.au/course/qld/

Students may also successfully complete a Senior First Aid Certificate, which is offered, by the Queensland Ambulance Service or St Johns Ambulance for approximately $110.00.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Students are able to perform a total of 30 days of work experience per calendar year. Students are only able to perform work experience during school holidays up to and including the last day of the state school year (Friday 11 December, 2009).

For students to perform work experience, a Work Experience Agreement must be completed. Parents and students can make arrangements for work experience directly with an employer with all parties completing and signing the Work Experience Agreement Form.

The agreement provides insurance for the student whilst in the workplace after the Principal has signed the forms. The college must be in possession of the original, before the work experience can begin.

Information sheets are also provided for the employer and parents/students to peruse the liability/insurance conditions and exclusions. The college advises parents to have adequate private medical cover as the college insurance only covers permanent injury or death. Please visit MySuite Classes – Holiday Work Experience and download the forms.

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http://learn.bluedogtraining.com.au/course/qld/

Parents and students who need assistance in contacting potential work experience employers should contact Mrs Weeding. Tertiary Courses available to school students

With the permission of the principal, students are able to enrol in university courses while still at school. Each university has different requirements, so please refer to their website.

Start Uni Now (SUN) – CQUniversity (www.cqu.edu.au/sun)

GUESTS – Griffith University (www.griffith.edu.au/guestsprogram)

START QUT – Queensland University of Technology (http://www.scholarships.qut.edu.au/commencing/start/index.jsp

Enhanced Studies Program (ESP) – The University of Queensland (http://www.uq.edu.au/guidance/?page=53132)

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http://www.scholarships.qut.edu.au/commencing/start/index.jsp

http://www.griffith.edu.au/guestsprogram

http://www.cqu.edu.au/sun

APPENDICESAPPENDIX A: SUBJECT SELECTION PROVISIONS

PREAMBLE

Subject selection is a crucial decision making experience for all students. The process should stress the uniqueness and worth of each individual and reflect the values of justice, compassion and community.

FEATURES

1. The subject selection process involves the students, parents and staff working together for the benefit of the students.

2. The Academic Deans and subject teachers are responsible for the guidance of their students in partnership with the TCC Links Co-ordinator and members of the College Leadership Team.

3. Subjects should be selected that provide students with interest, success and challenge as well as allowing for appropriate and open career paths.

4. The College endeavours to provide a sufficient range of subjects to cater for the needs of as many students as possible.

5. The College endeavours to provide the necessary general information for students and their parents to make appropriate decisions that will keep open as many options as possible. Students and parents may be directed to seek career-specific information from appropriate members of the community.

6. Every effort will be made to reach a consensus among the staff, students and parents as to what is the most suitable course for the students.

7. Every effort will be made to provide a broad range of subject offerings. However, all subject offerings are dependent on class size, staffing, facilities and the College timetable.

Students are advised to make their subjects selections carefully as the College is guided by student subject choices in setting the subject lines for timetabling. It is often very difficult to cater for students who change their minds as classes may not run or may be at capacity based on students’ original subject selections.

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APPENDIX B: INFORMATION EVENING PROGRAM

WEDNESDAY, 5 AUGUST, 2009 at 7.00 pm in the Multi-Purpose Centre

Distribution of Subject Selection Materials

Distribution of subject selection materials from 6.30 pm (prior to General Information Session)

General Information Session:

1. Welcome, prayer and introduction (Principal – Mr M. Stower)

2. Senior Phase of Schooling at TCC: Learning with Purpose (Principal – Mr M Stower)

3. The QCE (Senior Phase of Schooling Coordinator – Mrs Robyn MacRae)

4. Tertiary Entrance and the OP: What is an OP? How do I get an OP? (Principal – Mr Mark Stower)

5. Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan (TCC Links Coordinator – Mrs Linda Weeding)

6. Alternate Pathways (TCC Links Coordinator – Mrs Linda Weeding)

7. Selection of Subjects and How to Complete a Subject Selection Form, Conditions of Enrolment Form and Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology Enrolment Form, Application Form to Vary Recommended Senior Phase of Schooling Pathway (Assistant to the Principal (Studies) – Miss Patricia McDevitt)

8. Important Dates (Assistant to the Principal (Studies) – Miss Patricia McDevitt)

9. Opportunity to talk with Academic Deans, Coordinators and Subject Teachers

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APPENDIX C: IMPORTANT DATES WEDNESDAY, 5 AUGUST, 2008 7.00 pm

Year 11 2010 Information Evening in Multi-Purpose Centre

(Distribution of Curriculum Handbook and Subject Selection Forms; General Information Session; Opportunity to talk with Academic Deans)

TUESDAY, 25 AUGUST 2009 FROM 10.00 – 6.00 PM Rockhampton Career, Training and Employment Expo

Visit the Rockhampton Show Grounds to find out more about careers and course information. (Admission is free.)

WEDNESDAY to FRIDAY 19-21 AUGUST and WEDNESDAY to FRIDAY 26-28 AUGUST

Student and Parent Interview with Academic Dean to Review of Subject Selections

This will provide an opportunity for student and parent/s to discuss the student’s subject selection to determine if it will be a suitable course of study for the student in the Senior Phase of Learning, given their projected career choice, ability and performance.

Students intending to study a SAT or a TAFE certificate course will need to make their appointment with Mrs Linda Weeding.

Bring the following to your interview:

Your completed subject selection form with preferences numbered and form signed by student and parent

Your completed conditions of enrolment form with the form signed by student and parent

Your completed Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology enrolment form if you wish to do this course

Your completed Application Form to Vary Recommended SPS Pathway (where applicable)

Your completed SET Plan (hard copy)

NEXT STEPS1. Final checking by Academic Deans and College Leadership Team of the subject

selections for all Year 10 students intending to complete Senior Phase of Schooling studies at The Cathedral College in 2010/2011.

2. Recording subject selections of students (October)

3. Developing timetable “lines” (groups of subjects) (November) [It is at this stage that some students may be required to re-select subjects.]

4. Students notified of their Year 11/12 course of study (late November)

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APPENDIX D: MYSUITE – TCC SET PLAN

1. Log on to internet: www.tccr.rok.catholic.edu.au

2. Click: Log on to mysuite

3. Click: myclasses

4. Click: --- TCC SET PLAN ---

Under Class Files:

6. Click: SET Plan 2009[0].doc

7. Select open

8. Start completing the information: (your LUI Number is available from the TCC Careers Education class page on MySuite)

9. Complete all other information regarding your name, pc, date of birth and use your report card to complete Year 10, semester 1, 2009 column and results.

10. Complete all other information honestly to the best of your knowledge.

When you are finished completing the SET Plan:

11. File, Save As, (use a USB stick if possible or save to your I:Drive if you are at school, or to your hard drive if you are at home)

12. Name the document: SET Plan Your name followed by today’s date. SAVE

Now to Submit your SET Plan:

13.Go back to MyClasses and select --- TCC SET PLAN ---14.Click Submit (beside Year 10 Sem 1 Plan)15.Click Browse find the document you saved called SET Plan Your name followed

by today’s date

16.Click on open17.Click on Submit

18. Print a copy of your SET Plan and give it to your parents to read and sign. When you have agreed that it is correct, you sign it. Keep this in your Blue Student Portfolio.

Bring the SET Plan to the interview!

19. After each semester’s report arrives, you must revisit your SET Plan and add new results and make any changes to your career goals. Upload the new version to the corresponding semester.

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http://tccr.rok.catholic.edu.au/myclasses/Class,102612084067521

http://www.tccr.rok.catholic.edu.au/

APPENDIX E: USEFUL WEBSITES

Parents and students seeking information about prospective tertiary courses, pathways and careers are strongly encouraged to visit websites such as those listed below. Some require visitors to register but all provide a variety of free information.

https://cis.qsa.qld.edu.au Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) account details; career information and links to all Australian Tertiary Institutions

www.goingtouni.com.au Australian course finder and financial assistance information

www.qtac.edu.au Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre – where application is made for Tertiary Courses

www.qsa.qld.edu.au Queensland Studies Authority – organization responsible for schooling in Qld

www.gradlink.edu.au Useful for University students to explore career opportunities in prospective fields. Includes resume and interview skills.

www.smartfuture.qld.gov.au Qld Government Site focusing on Careers in Sciences. Access to a career wizard.

www.careersonline.com.au A national site containing information on hundreds of careers. Free resume wizard.

www.jobjuice.gov.au Job information in a variety of areas

http://www.jobguide.deewr.gov.au/ 2009 Job Guide

www.myfuture.edu.au Australian Careers Website

http://www.trainandemploy.qld.gov.au/ Qld Dept of Education and Training – information on full time, part time and school-based apprenticeships and traineeships

www.neca.asn.au National Electronic and Communications Association – career information in the electrical, electronic and communication technology sectors

http://www.ulmitb.com.au/PreApprenticeshipPracticeTest/HomeState.do

A practice pre-apprenticeship test for budding apprentice electricians.

http://www.autocareers.com.au/ Motor Trades Association of Australia – career information

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http://www.neca.asn.au/

http://www.myfuture.edu.au/

http://www.jobguide.deewr.gov.au/

http://www.jobjuice.gov.au/

http://www.careersonline.com.au/

http://www.smartfuture.qld.gov.au/

http://www.gradlink.edu.au/

http://www.qsa.qld.edu.au/

http://www.qtac.edu.au/

http://www.goingtouni.com.au/

https://cis.qsa.qld.edu.au/

http://careers.hastingsdeering.com.au Hastings Deering websitehttp://www.corporate.qr.com.au/qr_employment/overview/overview.asp?Promo=QRHomePage

Queensland Rail website

http://www.ergon.com.au/about_us/job_vacancies.asp?yf=true&platform=PC

Ergon Energy website

www.cqu.edu.au CQUniversity Australia

www.acu.edu.au Australian Catholic University

www.bond.edu.au Bond University

www.griffith.edu.au Griffith University

www.jcu.edu.au James Cook University (Townsville and Cairns)

www.qut.edu.au Queensland University of Technology

www.uq.edu.au University of Queensland

www.usc.edu.au University of Sunshine Coast

www.usq.edu.au University of Southern Queensland (Toowoomba)

http://www.agriculturalcollege.qld.edu.au

Australian Agriculture course information and locations

www.tafe.qld.edu.au TAFE Queensland information on courses and locations

http://www.police.qld.gov.au/ Qld Police information

http://www.fire.qld.gov.au/ Fire fighter information

http://www.ambulance.qld.gov.au/ Ambulance Officer information

www.defencejobs.gov.au Defence Force information

www.skillsone.com.au Videos regarding jobs and skills

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http://www.skillsone.com.au/

http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/

http://www.ambulance.qld.gov.au/

http://www.fire.qld.gov.au/

http://www.police.qld.gov.au/

http://www.tafe.qld.edu.au/

http://www.agriculturalcollege.qld.edu.au/

http://www.agriculturalcollege.qld.edu.au/

http://www.usq.edu.au/

http://www.usc.edu.au/

http://www.uq.edu.au/

http://www.qut.edu.au/

http://www.jcu.edu.au/

http://www.griffith.edu.au/

http://www.bond.edu.au/

http://www.acu.edu.au/

http://www.cqu.edu.au/

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