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VCE - VET - VCAL Subject
Selection Handbook- 2021
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Contents
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
SENIOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
THE PURSUIT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND ORGANISING A PROGRAM LEARNING PATHWAYS DIAGRAM VCE- SAMPLE STUDENT PROGRAMS
VICTORIAN CERTIFICATE OF APPLIED LEARNING (VCAL)
BEFORE READING THE VCE AND VET SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS
VCE SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS
BIOLOGY
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
CHEMISTRY
DRAMA
ENGLISH
FOOD STUDIES
HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
HISTORY
LEGAL STUDIES
MATHEMATICS
MEDIA
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (ADP)
PHYSICS
PSYCHOLOGY
STUDIO ARTS
VISUAL DESIGN COMMUNICATION
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VET – AUTOMOTIVE – Certificate II
VCE/VET – HOSPITALITY – Certificate II
VCE/VET-- SPORT AND RECREATION – Certificate III
VCE/VET--BUSINESS – Certificate II & III
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Principal’s Message
Your education makes a difference in your life – both now and in the future. The information provided in this handbook will help you as you make important choices about your final years of schooling, whether you choose to pursue your VCE or VCAL. Making informed choices is an important part of being an adult, and this handbook can give you some of the information you need to make the best choices for your future. In Years 9 and 10 you will have worked on setting goals for your future. Education is an important part of achieving those goals. As you work towards your goals, remember that you can broaden your choices by taking advantage of all the opportunities on offer to you. Whether your goal is to achieve your VCE and move on to tertiary study or to complete your VCAL and move into an apprenticeship, further study or the workforce, this College believes that education is vital. Good results and assessments that show you did your best with the skills and knowledge you have, and made the most of the expertise of your teachers will assist you in pursuing tertiary education, obtaining an apprenticeship, securing employment and beginning your life after schooling. I encourage you to maintain a balance between school and other activities. You are now young adults, and as such need to make decisions about how you spend your time. Managing time, maintaining positive relationships with family and friends and keeping up with academic, sport and other commitments is a learning experience in itself. The College can support you in these endeavours Remember that there is more to school than just what happens inside the classroom. By being involved in activities such as student leadership, College sporting teams or musical productions, you will be developing skills in collaboration, creative thinking, problem solving and flexibility – skills that are highly valued in our society. The School Council and staff in the College take pride in the achievements of our students. I encourage you to celebrate your achievements and the achievements of your peers as you move through your final years at Greensborough College. Pauline Barker Principal
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SENIOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
The college has designed a program to assist students in making informed decisions about their pathways.
Each student will be counselled on an individual basis to discuss issues such as:
• Career interests and aspirations
• School performance to date
• Proposed subject choice for 2021
Pathways offered at Greensborough College at Year 11 and beyond are: VCE, VCAL and VET.
In each case, students commit to a two-year program of study. (See ‘Learning Pathways’ chart on next page).
EXPECTATIONS
Before you make a commitment to your program (and subjects), consider:
Whether the subject is of interest to the student and whether the student will have opportunities to experience success in this subject.
Make sure your expectations are realistic.
CHOOSING FOR THE FUTURE
Certain Tertiary Courses list one or more subjects as prerequisites. You must achieve a satisfactory standard (as required by the University) in a prerequisite subject before your application for entry into some courses will be considered. Some courses specify that a particular study score must be achieved in a prerequisite subject before considering an application.
The VTAC site, www.vtac.edu.au provides up to date information on Courses and Course Prerequisites for all University and TAFE Colleges available to students, on the completion of their VCE.
Progression to Yr. 12- Students need to achieve a satisfactory result in a minimum of SIX Unit 1 and 2 subjects, one of which must come from the English group, before they may be offered a place in the Yr. 12 program at Greensborough College.
The academic needs of all students can be facilitated at Greensborough College through our VCE, VCAL and VET Pathways.
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THE PURSUIT OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Higher education is a goal for many.
Universities and other tertiary institutions have prerequisites for entry to particular courses. When choosing subjects, examine prerequisites and specific requirements carefully.
VTAC has printed the prerequisites and special requirements for entry to courses in 2021. This information can be also obtained from the Careers Office.
ORGANISING A PROGRAM
What is a program?
Your program is the course of study you elect to take to complete your VCE or VCAL Certificate.
WHEN ORGANISING YOUR PROGRAM:
• Consider your career aspirations and make study selections that will help you to reach your goal
• Be aware of any requirements for a specific career or course you have in mind
• Consult your Careers teacher and other teachers who may be able to assist you
• Carefully assess your interests and skills, and your capacity for sustained work
• Choose studies that will provide breadth and variety
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VCE
SAMPLE STUDENT PROGRAMS
These programs provide a guide to organising your VCE program and examples of the types of programs that would lend themselves to tertiary study in:
Behavioural Science Business Studies Hospitality
Creative Art Humanities Physical Science
Sport Science Performing Arts
BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE
This program leads to further studies in the areas of Behavioural Science, Psychology, Nursing, Social
Work and Community Welfare.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
Psychology
Unit 1+2
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 1+2
Maths
Methods
Unit 1+2
Biology
Unit 1+2
General
Maths
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
Psychology
Unit 3+4
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 3+4
Maths
Methods
Unit 3+4
Biology
Unit 3+4
N/A
BUSINESS STUDIES
This program leads to further studies in the areas of Commerce, Business Studies and Financial Planning.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
Business
Management
Unit 1+2
Legal
Studies Unit
1+2
Maths
Methods
Unit 1+2
History
Unit 1+2
General
Maths
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
Business
Management
Unit 3+4
Legal
Studies Unit
Unit 3+4
Maths
Methods
Unit 3+4
History
Unit 3+4
N/A
HOSPITALITY
This program leads to further studies in the areas of Hospitality, Hotel Management, Food Preparation,
Tourism and Business Management.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
VET
Hospitality
Unit 1+2
Food Studies
Unit 1+2
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 1+2
Business
Management
Unit 1+2
General
Maths
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
VET
Hospitality
Unit 3+4
Food Studies
Unit Unit 3+4
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 3+4
Business
Management
Unit 3+4
N/A
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CREATIVE ARTS
This program leads to further study in the areas of Fine Art, Graphic Design, Media Studies and
Merchandising.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
Visual
Communication
Design Unit
1+2
Studio Art
Unit 1+2
Psychology
Unit 1+2
Media
Unit 1+2
Free choice
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
Visual
Communication
Design Unit
3+4
Studio Art
Unit 3+4
Psychology
Unit 3+4
Media
Unit 3+4
N/A
HUMANITIES
This course leads to further study in the Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Teacher Education, Youth Affairs
and Community Services.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
Business
Management
Unit 1+2
History Unit
1+2
Legal
Studies
Unit 1+2
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 1+2
Free choice
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
Business
Management
Unit 3+4
History Unit
3+4
Legal
Studies
Unit 3+4
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 3+4
N/A
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
This course leads to further study in areas of Medicine, Engineering, Chemistry and Physical Science,
Surveying Technology and Computers.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
Physics Unit
1+2
Chemistry
Unit 1+2
General
Maths
Unit 1+2
Maths
Methods
Unit 1+2
Free choice
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
Physics Unit
3+4
Chemistry
Unit 3+4
Further
Maths
Unit 3+4
Maths
Methods
Unit 3+4
N/A
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PERFORMING ARTS
This program leads to further study in the areas of Dance, Drama, Music Performance, Media and IT.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
Drama Unit
1+2
Studio Art
Unit 1+2
VET Dance
Unit 1+2
Media
Unit 1+2
Free choice
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
Drama Unit
3+4
Studio Art
Unit 3+4
VET Dance
Unit 3+4
Media
Unit 3+4
N/A
SPORT SCIENCE
This course leads to further studies in the areas of Physiotherapy, Sport Science, Physical Education,
Human movement, Behavioural Science, Outdoor education, Sport Management and Health Sciences.
Year 11 English Unit
1+2
Physical
Education
1+2
Biology
Unit 1+2
VET Sport
and
Recreation
Unit 1+2
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 1+2
Free choice
Unit 1+2
Year 12 English Unit
3+4
Physical
Education
3+4
Biology
Unit 3+4
VET Sport
and
Recreation
Unit 3+4
Health and
Human
Development
Unit 3+4
N/A
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VICTORIAN CERTIFICATE OF APPLIED LEARNING (VCAL)
VCAL- a Vocational Program
The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) provides a vocational focus and establishes a connection between the final years of secondary education and a student’s intended vocational future. Students undertaking a VCAL program will develop a range of competencies, which can lead to employment and broader educational and work outcomes.
This certificate is an alternative to VCE and is offered to students who believe they need a more ‘hands on course’.
VCAL provides pathways into:
• TAFE training
• Apprenticeships and traineeships
• Employment
Essentially, students studying VCAL spend some time at school, some time at work placement and some time at TAFE or participating in a VET certificate course.
Students, will extend their skills through study in the following areas:
• Literacy and Numeracy
• Industry specific skills
• Work related skills
• Personal Development skills
Once students have been selected to be part of VCAL, a program will be devised that best suits their needs.
Students must successfully complete a minimum of 10 credits to be awarded a VCAL Certificate. Students must demonstrate competency in each unit to achieve an ‘S’. Students must present a portfolio of work that becomes evidence of competence for each unit. This work must be done in the classroom so the teacher can authenticate it.
Students must meet a minimum 90% attendance rate requirement.
Students who complete this program will obtain the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning issued by the VCAA, as well as any other TAFE/VET awards which are nationally recognised Vocational Training Certificates.
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VCAL VCAL has been developed to prepare students who wish to enter the workforce. Year 11 VCAL Intermediate level students need to select a VET course, be it one of the five offered at Greensborough or an external VET course. We offer the VET in the areas of Automotive, Hospitality, Sport and Recreation and Business at Greensborough College. Through arrangements with other schools in the region, students also have access to an array of VET courses. Information on these VET offerings will become available later in the year. Students at the Intermediate level (usually Yr. 11) need to select a VET course, be it one of the five offered at Greensborough or an external VET course. These choices will be discussed during the Course Counselling sessions and paperwork should be filled out as early as possible, as spaces are limited. Another key component of the VCAL pathway is work placement. Student must organise a one day per week work placement, in a suitable Industry Area. Students at the Senior level (usually Yr. 12) will undertake a VCAL program that may consist of: Literacy, Numeracy, Personal Development Skills, Work Related Skills and VET certificate studies as well as a Structured Workplace Learning Placement or School Based Apprenticeship and Training (SBAT).
TAFE (VET) Modules
VET programs comprise of a number of modules developed and delivered under the auspices of external training authorities.
Students undertaking VET course will incur some of the costs associated with the delivery of the VET components. These costs are subsidised by the Department of Education, but as an indication for parents, it is expected that each student undertaking the Program would be required to contribute fees charged by the TAFE providers.
IN SUMMARY
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A VCAL learning program must include:
• at least two VCAL units
• at least one Literacy unit
• at least one Numeracy unit
• at least one unit from the Work Related Skills strand
• at least one unit from the Personal Development Skills strand
• at least one unit from the Industry Specific Skills strand:
At the Intermediate and Senior levels this must include a unit of study from a VET qualification
Therefore, a VCAL learning program must include:
At least SIX credits at the level or above, of which:
• one must be literacy and
• one VCAL Personal Development Skills unit.
VCAL Levy-
Year 11: $150- classroom materials and activities
Year 12: $150- classroom materials and activities
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BEFORE READING THE VCE AND VET SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS THAT FOLLOW-
1. WHERE VCE SUBJECTS ARE CONCENRED, PLEASE ASSUME THAT:
there are no prerequisites for entry into Unit 1, 2 and 3 of the study, unless stated otherwise.
However, teachers may ask students entering Unit 3 to do preparatory work from Unit 1 and 2.
Unit 3 and 4 need to be taken in sequence.
2. The subjects listed here are all offered. While we endeavour to provide for the subject selections of every student, there are timetabling and staffing limitations which will affect our ability to do so.
Where a student’s preferred subject cannot run, the College will offer further course counselling and
support.
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VCE SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS
BIOLOGY
UNIT OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: How do Living
Things Stay Alive?
Students:
explore how organisms stay alive
examine the structure and functions of cells
analyse adaptions
investigate communities and ecosystems and factors that affect
populations.
Unit 2: How is
Continuity of Life
Maintained?
Students:
focus on how DNA enables the transmission of biological information
to each new generation (sexual and asexual reproduction)
explore the relationship between genes, the regulation of genes and
the environment
use Chromosome theory to explain inheritance and consider the ethics
of genetic technologies.
Unit 3: How do Cells
Maintain Life?
Students:
focus on the cell as a dynamic system of interacting molecules that
define life
investigate the workings of the cell from several perspectives including;
signalling, communication, structure and role in the immune system.
Unit 4: How does Life
Change and Respond
to Challenges over
Time?
Students
focus on continual change and challenges to life on earth
investigate the relation between species and the impact of various
change events on a population’s gene pool and evolutionary trends
investigate social and ethical implications of manipulating DNA and
biotechnologies.
Courses and careers open to those who study biology include: medicine, nursing, botany, zoology,
bioinformatics, microbiology, nutrition, physiotherapy, radiography, biotechnology, ecology, genetics,
environmental and marine science.
Biology is the science of living organisms and we are constantly learning more about life-forms through
this dynamic study. Students will learn about the world around them through practical discovery and will
develop the observational and laboratory skills necessary for a career in science or medicine.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2 -Satisfactory completion is determined by demonstrated achievement of the set of
outcomes.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined by school-assessed coursework and end-of-year
examination.
VCE Biology Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials
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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Planning a
business
Students:
explore factors affecting business ideas
examine the internal and external environment within which
businesses operate.
Unit 2: Establishing a
business
Students:
investigate the establishment phase of a business.
learn about legal requirements, finance and record keeping in
business
explore how a customer base is established and decisions made.
Unit 3: Managing a
business
Students:
explore key processes and issues associated with managing a
business effectively and efficiently
differentiate between types of businesses and their respective
objectives
investigate the concept of corporate culture
evaluate management styles and skills.
Unit 4: Transforming a
business
Students:
consider change management and the importance of leadership in
change management
learn how key performance indicators are used by businesses.
VCE Business Management encourages students to consider many aspects of entrepreneurship from
shaping an initial business concept, to planning and establishing a business, through to the day-to-day
management of a business and working towards the business’ continued success. This is an essential
study for any aspiring business owner.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Satisfactory completion is determined by demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes
specified for the unit.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined by School-assessed coursework and end-of-year
examination
VCE Business Management Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment
materials
Courses and careers open to those who study business management include: finance, recruitment,
accountancy, public relations, project management, human resources, marketing, tourism, retail.
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CHEMISTRY
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: How can the
Diversity of Materials be
explained?
Students:
investigate the chemical properties of a range of materials (metals, salts
polymers, nanomaterials).
consider the relationships between molecules, atoms and nanoparticles
(their structure and bonding)
investigate material structures and their specific applications.
consider the mole concept
develop their chemistry terminology and notation
represent and explain observations
Unit 2: What Makes
Water Such a Unique
Chemical?
Students:
investigate physical and chemical properties of water
consider reactions that occur in water and methods of water analysis
(polar nature of water, solubility, acid-base and redox reactions)
Unit 3: How can
Chemical Processes be
designed to Optimise
Efficiency?
Students:
focus on global demand for energy and materials as population increases
investigate energy options
investigate chemical production of materials
consider efficiencies, renewability and the minimisation of the impact of
chemical materials on the environment.
Unit 4: How are Organic
Compounds
Categorised, Analysed
and Used?
Students:
investigate the unique characteristics of the carbon atom to explain the
diversity of organic compounds in living tissue, fuels, foods, medicines
and other materials
consider structural features, bonding, typical reactions and uses of
organic compound.
Courses and careers open to those who study chemistry include: medicine, pharmacy, chemical
engineering, toxicology, laboratory testing, biochemistry, forensics, research, agriculture, dietetics,
environmental studies, food science, forestry, horticulture, law, oceanography, sports science and
winemaking.
VCE Chemistry is key in explaining the workings of our universe through an understanding of the properties
and interactions of substances that make up all things.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Satisfactory completion is determined by demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes
specified for the unit.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined by School-assessed coursework and an end-of-year
examination.
VCE Chemistry Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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DRAMA
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Introducing
Performance Styles
Students:
develop their storytelling skills through the creation of their own
ensemble performance and devised performances
reflect on their own personal, cultural and/or community experiences
to create characters
use stimulus material
consider how performance can be created
extend their understanding of aspects of stagecraft, theatrical
conventions and performance styles from a range of social and cultural
situations.
Unit 2: Creating Australian
Drama
Students:
document steps in fashioning a prepared solo performance.
create, present and analyse an Australian performance
learn how to manipulate theatrical conventions that belong to chosen performance styles.
Unit 3: Ensemble
Performance
Students:
collaborate, create, develop and present an ensemble performance
learn about non-naturalistic performance styles
improve performance through the use of dramatic elements
employ theatrical conventions
Unit 4: Solo Performance
Students:
apply processes involved in creating and presenting character/s in solo
performance
analyse and evaluate performances
refine research and documentation skills
prepare an extended solo performance in response a prescribed
structure published by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment
Authority
VCE Drama uses the body and mind to make performance. Students are equipped to tell stories that
encourage us to examine the human condition.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Satisfactory completion is determined by demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes
specified for the unit.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined through school assessed coursework and examinations.
Students who are enrolled in this subject are expected to attend specific excursions to pass this subject, as
this is a requirement set out by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority.
Courses and careers open to those who study drama include: acting, broadcasting, running (for
broadcasting/film/video), theatre direction, stage/floor management, community arts work, media research,
music production, special effects technician, choreography.
VCE Drama Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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ENGLISH
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Units 1 and 2 Students:
read and respond to texts, both creatively and analytically
discuss their writing choices using appropriate metalanguage
analyse and compare the ideas, themes and values expressed in two texts
analyse and compare the way authors use language to argue
create their own arguments
deliver oral responses, demonstrating a sound knowledge of the conventions of
English.
Units 3 and 4 This study will build on the learning established through Unit 1 and 2 in the key
discipline concepts:
analysing and creating texts
analysing and presenting argument through an oral presentation
comparing texts.
An English study (English, EAL or Literature) is compulsory for all students at VCE Level.
Courses and careers open to those who study English include: copywriting, editing, journalism, web content
management, teaching (English or English as a Foreign Language), media research, librarian, marketing,
public relations.
An understanding of how to use English for a variety of purposes is necessary to meet the demands of life
post-school. VCE English emphasises the integration of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical
thinking skills.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Students must demonstrate achievement in the outcomes specified for the unit.
Unit 3 and 4- Students must demonstrate achievement through school-assessed coursework and
examinations.
English as an Additional Language (EAL):
Is available to students who have arrived in Australia in the last seven years. Those who are hearing-impaired
may be eligible to apply for EAL status.
VCE English Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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FOOD STUDIES
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Food Origins
Students:
investigate Australian indigenous foods prior to European settlement and
how food patterns have changed since the arrival of the First Fleet.
examine Cuisines that have influenced Australia’s culinary habits today
investigate influence that food technology, production and globalisation has
had on our food.
Unit 2: Food Makers
Students:
examine significance of food industries to the Australian economy
consider how food businesses provide food that is safe to eat and of a high
quality to meet consumer demands
compare foods made in class to commercial products
design food products to suit particular needs and circumstances.
Unit 3: Food in Daily Life Students investigate:
investigate properties of food and the changes that occur during food
preparation and cooking
examine factors that influence food choices and the ways in which nutritional
information can be filtered and manipulated.
develop an understanding of food science technology
apply specific techniques to the production of everyday food
Unit 4: Food Issues,
Challenges and Futures
Students:
examine environmental, ethical and farming practices
consider the use of technologies
examine challenges of food security, safety, wastage
consider use and management of water and land
make discerning food choices
interpret Australian Dietary Guidelines and the Australian Guide to Healthy
Eating
Courses and careers open to those who study food studies include: catering, hospitality, nutrition, food
production and manufacture, marketing and laboratory testing.
VCE Food Studies explores food from a range of perspectives. Students will examine Australian and global food
production systems and the many physical and social functions of food.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Students must demonstrate achievement in the outcomes specified for the unit.
Unit 3 and 4- Students must demonstrate achievement through school-assessed coursework and end of year
examination
VCE Food Studies Levy-
Unit 1+2 $150, Unit 3+4 $150 for classroom and assessment materials.
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HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Understanding Health and
Wellbeing
Students:
explore the role that nutrition plays in promoting health and
wellbeing
examine the health of Australia’s youth.
Unit 2: Managing Health and
Development
Students:
examine developmental transitions from youth to adulthood
consider factors that contribute to development, health and
wellbeing
are familiarised with Australia’s healthcare system
consider issues associated with the use of emerging
technologies.
Unit 3: Australia’s Health in a
Globalised World
Students:
examine the health status of Australians and the methods used
to measure health
consider variations in health status of groups within Australia
examine promotion of health in Australia.
Unit 4: Health and Human
Development in a Global Context
Students:
develop an understanding of global perspectives on achieving
sustainable improvements in health and human development
differentiate between health status between developed and
developing countries
examine United Nations’ Sustainable Developmental Goals
evaluate the work of the World Health Organisation, in terms of
achieving sustainable improvements in health and human
development.
Courses and careers open to those who study health and human development include: social work and human
services, child and family advocacy, health services, early childhood education, justice and corrections services,
special needs services, mental health services, hospice and bereavement services, health promotion and policy
development. .
VCE Health and Human Development is designed to foster health literacy. Students develop their abilities to:
navigate information
recognise and enact supportive behaviours
evaluate healthcare initiatives and interventions
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Satisfactory completion is determined by demonstrated achievement of the set outcomes Particular
tasks and tests for assessment of achievement are specified.
Units 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined through School-assessed coursework and an end-of-year
examination.
VCE Health and Human Development Levy-
Unit 1+2 $30 for class, assessment materials and activities
Unit 3+4 $30 for class, assessment materials and activities
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HISTORY
History involves inquiry into human action in the past, to make meaning of the
past using primary sources as evidence. As historians ask new questions,
ASSESSMENTS OVERVIEW OF ASSESSMENT
Unit 1: Twentieth Century History
(1918 –1939)
Students explore the:
nature of political, social and cultural change in the period between the World Wars.
Unit 2: Twentieth Century History
(1945 –2000)
Students explore the:
nature and impact of the Cold War, challenges and changes to
political, economic and social arrangements in the second half of
the twentieth century.
Units 3 and 4: Revolutions
Students investigate:
significant historical causes and consequences of political
revolutions including: French Revolution of 1789 and Russian
Revolution of October 1917.
Courses and careers open to those who study history include: museum curation, policy writing, politics,
teaching, journalism, international relations, international development, law, tourism
VCE History enables students to engage in the study of a range of times, people, places and ideas.
Assessment:
Unit 1 and 2- procedures for the assessment of levels of achievement are determined by the school. Students
must demonstrate achievement in the outcomes specified for the unit.
Unit 3 and 4- Students must demonstrate achievement through School-assessed coursework and an end-of-
year examination
VCE History Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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LEGAL STUDIES
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Guilt and liability Students:
investigate key concepts of criminal and civil law
determine guilt (criminal law) or liability (civil law)
Unit 2: Sanctions, remedies
and rights
Students focus on:
enforcement of criminal and civil law
methods and institutions that may be used to determine a criminal case or
resolve a civil dispute
the purpose and types of sanctions and remedies and their effectiveness.
Unit 3: Rights and justice
Students examine:
institutions in the justice system and their suitability in determining criminal
cases and resolving civil disputes.
the Victorian court hierarchy and other legal institutions and bodies
available to assist in cases
how the principles of justice are upheld.
Unit 4: The people and the
law
Students explore:
how the Australian Constitution establishes the law-making powers of the
Commonwealth and state parliaments,
how the Australian Constitution protects the Australian people through
structures that act as a check on parliament in law-making.
the significance of the High Court in protecting and interpreting the
Australian Constitution, by applying legal reasoning and information to
actual case scenarios.
Courses and careers open to those who study legal studies include: policy writing, politics, teaching, journalism,
international relations, international development, law, tourism, court clerk, human resources, labour relations,
law enforcement officer, legal assistant.
VCE Legal Studies investigates the ways in which the law and the legal system serve individuals in our
contemporary Australian society. Legal Studies caters to students who have a keen interest in the law and social
justice.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Each unit specifies particular work tasks and tests for assessment of achievement.
Satisfactory completion is determined by demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes specified for the
unit.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined through School-assessed coursework and an end-of-year
exam
VCE Legal Studies Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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MATHEMATICS
Mathematics is a prerequisite subject for many tertiary courses. Be aware- the mathematics subject or level
required will sometimes be specified by the tertiary institution. Courses and careers open to those who study
mathematics include: actuary (insurance), accountancy, investment and financial management, engineering
quantity surveying, teaching, software development.
Multiple VCE Mathematics subjects are available to cater to the varying abilities and aspirations of a range
of students. Across all subjects, three key components are explored:
(1) applying knowledge and skills
(2) problem solving
(3) use of technology.
Mathematic Units are taken as such, over the 2 year duration.
Unit 1+2 (YEAR 11)
Unit 3+4 (YEAR 12)
General Maths
Further Maths
Maths Methods
Maths Methods
Specialist Maths
Specialist Maths
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Unit 1 and 2: General Mathematics
Caters to Year 11 students who wish to continue with the study of Mathematics at VCE level. The areas
of study are:
a) Statistics b) Matrices c) Financial Arithmetic d) Sequence and Series
Unit 1 and 2: Mathematical Methods
Maths Methods is suited to students with strong algebraic skills who wish to complete a higher-level
maths subject. The areas of study are:
a) Functions and Graphs b) Algebra c) Calculus d) Probability and Statistics
Maths Methods lends itself to the study of other subject areas including: Chemistry, Economics, Physics
and Specialist Mathematics.
Maths Methods is a prerequisite of university courses including: Computing, Dentistry, Engineering,
Medicine and the majority of Science degrees. This subject is recommended for students who have
completed Advanced Maths in Year 10.
Unit 1 and 2: Specialist Mathematics
Specialist Maths is the highest level maths subject and should be completed alongside Maths
Methods. It prepares students to complete a double-maths course of Maths Methods and Specialist
Maths in Unit 3 and 4. The areas of study are:
a) Algebra and Structure b) Arithmetic and Number c) Discrete mathematics
d) Geometry, Measurement and Trigonometry e) Graphs of linear and non-linear relations
f) Statistics
The course strongly emphasises modelling, problem-solving, mathematical reasoning and additional
topics (e.g. Vectors.)
Unit 3 and 4: Further Mathematics
Further Mathematics is the continuation of General Mathematics. The areas of study comprise of a
compulsory core and two application modules. The compulsory core areas of study are:
a) Data Analysis b) Recursion and Financial Modelling
Two application modules are to also studied. These modules are selected by the teacher. They are:
c) Matrices d) Graphs and relations
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Unit 3 and 4: Mathematical Methods
The concepts and applications taught in Unit 1 and 2 Mathematical Methods are extended in this subject.
The areas of study are:
a) Functions and Graphs b) Calculus c)Algebra d)Probability and Statistics
Unit 3 and 4: Specialist Mathematics
Specialist Mathematics Units 3 and 4 is a continuation of Specialist Maths 1 and 2. Specialist
Mathematics Unit 3 and 4 is recommended for students with a high level of mathematical ability and
should be completed in conjunction with Mathematical Methods Unit 3 and 4. The areas of study are:
a) Functions and Graphs b) Algebra
c) Calculus d) Vectors
e) Mechanics f) Probability and Statistics
Use of technology
Technology is used to support the teaching and learning of mathematics and is incorporated in activities
in each unit and course. In particular, students are encouraged to use Computer Algebra Systems
(CAS) Calculators to meet the required outcomes.
Entry
There are no prerequisites for entry to General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods Unit 1 and 2.
Though, students attempting Mathematical Methods, in particular, are expected to have a sound
background in algebra, function, and probability.
Unit 3 and 4 of all Mathematical studies are designed to be taken in sequence. Students must
undertake Unit 3 of a study before entering Unit 4 of that study.
Enrolment in Specialist Mathematics Unit 3 and 4 assumes a current enrolment in, or previous
completion of, Mathematical Methods Unit 3 and 4.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- assessment of achievement is determined by the school.
Unit 3 and 4- the Board of Studies will supervise the assessment of all students. Student achievement
will be assessed through school-assessed coursework and examination.
VCE Mathematics Levy-
Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials for all Mathematics
Classes.
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MEDIA
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Media Forms,
Representations and
Australian Stories
Students:
develop an understanding of the implications of media technology for
the individual and society
develop practical and analytical skills
develop an understanding of codes and conventions
develop an understanding of how audiences are engaged by media
texts
analyse a range of Australian texts and explore the context
in which they were created and consumed by audiences.
Unit 2: Narrative across Media
Forms
Students:
form an understanding of roles within the collaborative organisation of
media production.
develop practical skills during participation in specific stages of media
production.
develop an understanding of the media industry and the evolving
relationship between technology and broader society.
Unit 3: Media Narrative and
Pre-Production
Students:
develop an understanding of technical and symbolic codes within media
forms
recognise the role and significance of narrative, form and genre
conventions in media texts
develop practical skills through engaging with the media production
process
complete a research portfolio which inspires their own production
design a media production plan based on this research, presented as
a written document.
Unit 4: Media Production and
Issues in the Media
Students:
extend and refine their practical, organisational, creative and
production skills
analyse the ways in which media texts can influence audiences
develop an understanding of how the media is regulated
Courses and careers open to those who study media include: copywriting, editing, journalism, web content
management, teaching, media research, marketing, public relations, music producer, film director, market
researcher, photographer.
Students develop a range of skills in the areas of: scriptwriting, filming, editing and advertising. Students also
investigate the historical and cultural importance of media in our society.
Assessment:
Unit 1 and 2- particular work tasks and tests are specified.
Unit 3 and 4- Student achievement is assessed through school-assessed coursework, school-assessed task
and an end-of-year examination.
VCE Media Studies Levy- Unit 1+2 $50, Unit 3+4 $50 for classroom and assessment materials.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: The Human Body in
Motion
Area of Study 1: How does the musculoskeletal system work to produce
movement?
Area of Study 2: How does the cardiorespiratory system function at rest and during physical activity?
Unit 2: Physical Activity, Sport
and Society
Area of Study 1: What are the relationships between physical activity, sport, health and society?
Area of Study 2: What are the contemporary issues associated with physical activity and sport?
Unit 3: Movement Skills and
Energy for Physical Activity
Area of Study 1: How are movement skills improved?
Area of Study 2: How does the body produce energy?
Unit 4: Training to Improve
Performance
Area of Study 1: What are the foundations of an effective training
program?
Area of Study 2: How is training implemented effectively to improve
fitness?
Courses and careers open to those who study physical education include: personal training, dietician, sports
coach, physical education teacher, physical therapist, psychology.
VCE Physical Education explores the complex relationships between anatomical, biomechanical,
physiological and skill acquisition principles to understand their role in producing and refining movement,
and examines behavioral, psychological, environmental and sociocultural influences on performance and
participation in physical activity.
Assessment
Units 1 and 2- Each unit will specify particular work tasks and tests for assessment of achievement. Satisfactory completion is determined by demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes specified for the unit.
Units 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined through School-assessed Coursework and an end-
of-year examination.
VCE Physical Education Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION (for ADP Students) – ADP11
Courses and careers open to those who study physical education include: elite athlete, personal training,
dietician, sports coach, physical education teacher, physical therapist, psychology.
This subject must be selected by Year 11 students enrolled in the Athletic Development Program (ADP)
for 2021. Students will complete either VCE Physical Education Unit 1 or Unit 2 (if they have already
completed Unit 1) throughout the entirety of 2021 allowing for ADP fitness training sessions to be completed
within timetabled class time.
The units of study for VCE Physical Education Unit 1 and Unit 2 can be seen in the description for Physical Education above.
Students who complete only VCE Physical Education Unit 1 through this ADP pathway (ie. Do not complete
Unit 2), are still eligible to complete Physical Education Units 3 & 4 and receive a study score that
contributes towards their ATAR.
Please note: For students studying Unit 3 and 4 Physical Education, participation in the ADP training
sessions will be outside of timetabled classes (i.e. before school, lunch and after school).
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Vision The ADP will provide student athletes with the opportunity to upgrade their athletic performance whilst at
school. Their involvement will help them to achieve their personal best in their sporting pursuits, in all facets
of their schooling and in life beyond their time at Greensborough College.
ADP STUDENTS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO:
HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTRE and surrounding
sporting facilities
Students work in state-of-the-art facilities
A battery of sport specific performance tests to capture a snapshot of individual’s strengths
and weaknesses.
Full, comprehensive musculoskeletal screening
to highlight any biomechanical shortcomings including a detailed injury history.
Ongoing fitness assessments
Students get assistance setting goals and making plans to reach their personal best.
Individualised, safe and sports specific strength and
conditioning program that incorporates training
protocols
to prevent injuries, provide rehabilitation and enhance their athletic potential and sports performance.
Qualified and expert supervision/coaching when
undertaking their bi-weekly individualised
Programs.
Students are guided by renowned athletes.
Both 100min and 50min group strength and conditioning
and recovery sessions available at school and
including routines that mimic the specific work:rest ratios
of their sport.
Students look after their bodies.
Sports science/medicine support, including
workshops/seminars, physiotherapy assessment, player
welfare and nutrition support.
Students learn how to maximise their
performance and stay well.
Training uniforms.
Students belong to the ADP Community
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Sporting Squad Extras
Qualifying students can also choose to undergo technical sports coaching in AFL, Basketball or Tennis.
There are 2 categories of sports squads:
Development Squad - Athletes in this squad receives 2hrs of technical coaching per week and is for
students aspiring to take their sport to the next level.
Elite Squad - Athletes in this squad receive 3-6hrs of elite technical coaching per week and is for
student athletes who are already performing at a very high standard and aiming for state and national
level. Try-outs for both squads required.
All squad members will incur an additional cost (depending on hours of coaching) but will receive
many additional benefits including:
Individualised skills sessions (during allocated class times).
Contact with elite sports people including experienced quality coaches, role models and mentors, elite pathway generators etc.
Opportunities for interstate, international travel and competitions.
Close affiliation with representative Sporting Clubs and use of their facilities.
Player welfare and sports psychology workshops, including individual goal setting and pathway counselling.
Competitive practice matches in addition
Competitive practice matches in addition to the school division rounds.
Squad training sessions focusing on skills, game play practise, video reflection and tactics.
(Note: are suitable for a range of abilities from the highly skilled athlete who have sights on state/national level, as well as the more newly aspiring talented player).
ADP Levies-
Athletic Development Program
$500
ADP AFL Squad Development
$600
ADP Basketball Squad Development
$600
ADP Tennis Squad Development
$600
ADP AFL Squad Elite
$900
ADP Basketball Squad Elite
$900
ADP Tennis Squad Elite
$1800
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PHYSICS
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: What ideas explain the
physical world?
Students explore:
some of the fundamental ideas and models used by physicists in an
attempt to understand and explain the world.
thermal concepts by investigating heat and assessing the impact of human
use of energy on the environment
how electricity can be manipulated and utilised
current scientifically accepted theories of matter and energy and how they
have impacted the origins of the Universe.
Unit 2: What do experiments
reveal about the physical
world?
Students investigate:
the ways in which energy and forces are involved both in moving objects
and in keeping objects stationary
motion through a self-designed experiment
one option from astrobiology, astrophysics, bioelectricity, biomechanics,
electronics, flight, medical physics, nuclear energy, nuclear physics,
optics, sound or sports science.
Unit 3: How do Fields Explain
Motion and Electricity?
Students explore the:
importance of energy in explaining and describing the physical world
production of electricity and its delivery to homes
field model as a construct that has enabled an understanding of why
objects move when they are not apparently in contact with other objects
interactions, effects and applications of gravitational, electric and
magnetic fields including the design and operation of particle
accelerators.
Unit 4: How Can Two
Contradictory Models Explain
Both Light and Matter?
Students explore:
the use of wave and particle theories to model the properties of light and
matter.
how the concept of the wave is used to explain the nature of light and
analyse its limitations in describing light behaviour.
a particle model to explain the behaviour of light
a wave model that is also used to explain the behaviour of matter
the relationship between light and matter
the physical world from a new perspective.
Courses and careers open to those who study physics include: physicist, scientist, architect, data analyst, IT
consultant, design/electronic/laser/optical/software engineering, aviation, medicine, biomechanics.
Physics forms the basis of all scientific knowledge. Physics seeks to understand how objects interact with each
other, from the very small to the very large. It has led to the understanding of how galaxies and atoms are formed
and the associated forces that keep things together or moves things apart.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Particular tasks and tests for assessment of achievement are specified. Satisfactory completion is
determined by demonstrated achievement of the set outcomes.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined through School-assessed coursework and examination.
VCE Physics Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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PSYCHOLOGY
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: How are Behaviour and
Mental Processes Shaped?
Students:
Investigate the structure and functioning of the human brain and the
role it plays in the overall functioning of the human nervous system
explore brain plasticity and the influence that brain damage may have
on a person’s psychological functioning.
consider the complex nature of psychological development, including
situations where psychological development may not occur as
expected
examine the contribution that classical and contemporary studies
have made to understanding the human brain
and its functions, and to the development of different psychological
models and theories used to predict and explain the development of
thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
Unit 2: How do External Factors
Influence Behaviour and Mental
Processes
Students:
Investigate how perception of stimuli enables a person to interact with
the world around them and how perception of stimuli can be
distorted
evaluate the role social cognition plays in a person’s attitudes,
perception of themselves and relationships with others
explore factors and contexts that can influence the behaviour of an
individual and groups.
examine the contribution that classical and contemporary research
has made to the understanding of human perception.
Unit 3: The Conscious Self
Students:
examine both macro-level and micro-level functioning of the nervous
system to explain how the human nervous system enables a person
to interact with the world around them.
Explore how stress may affect a person’s psychological functioning and
consider the causes and management of stress.
investigate how mechanisms of memory and learning lead to the
acquisition of knowledge, the development of new capacities and
changed behaviours.
consider the limitations and fallibility of memory and how memory can
be improved.
Courses and careers open to those who study psychology include: social work, child care,
child/clinical/educational and developmental psychology, counsellor, communications, counselling, marketing,
police officer, sales professional, teaching.
Humans are complex! In VCE Psychology students develop an empathetic, understanding of the complexity of
human behaviours and thoughts. Students are given the opportunity to apply psychological principles to everyday
situations i.e. social relationships. Studying Psychology helps students to understand and explain the interactions
between biological, behavioural, cognitive and socio-cultural factors that influence people’s thoughts, emotions and
behaviours.
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examine the contribution that classical and contemporary research
has made to the understanding of the structure and function of the
nervous system,
understand the biological, psychological and social factors that
influence learning and memory.
Unit 4: Psychology
Students
examine the nature of consciousness and how changes in levels of
consciousness can affect mental processes and behaviour.
consider the role of sleep and the impact that sleep disturbances may
have on a person’s functioning.
explore the concept of a mental health continuum and apply a
biopsychosocial approach, as a scientific model, to analyse mental
health and disorder.
use phobia to illustrate how the development and management of a
mental disorder can be considered as an interaction between biological,
psychological and social factors.
examine the contribution that classical and contemporary research has
made to the understanding of consciousness, including sleep, and the
development of an individual’s mental functioning and wellbeing.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2
Particular work tasks and tests for assessment of achievement are specified. Satisfactory completion is
determined by demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is determined through School- Assessed Coursework and examination.
VCE Psychology Levy- Unit 1+2 $10, Unit 3+4 $10 for classroom and assessment materials.
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STUDIO ARTS
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Studio Inspiration and
Techniques
Students:
focus on developing an understanding of the stages of studio practice
explore, develop, refine, resolve and present artworks
explore sources of inspiration
research artistic influences
develop individual ideas
explore a range of materials and techniques related to specific art forms.
Unit 2: Studio Exploration and
Concepts
Students:
focus on establishing and using a studio practice to produce artworks.
formulate and use an individual approach to documenting sources of
inspiration
experiment with selected materials and techniques relevant to specific
art forms
explore and develop ideas and subject matter, create aesthetic qualities
and record the development of the work in a visual diary as part of the
studio process.
Unit 3: Studio Practices and
Processes
Students:
use an exploration proposal to define an area of creative exploration
plan and apply a studio process to develop their individual ideas.
Unit 4: Studio Practices and Art
Industry Contexts
Students:
focus on planning, producing and evaluating to refine artworks
present visual and written evaluations that explains why they selected a
range of potential directions.
Courses and careers open to those who study studio arts include: exhibition curator, community arts work,
designer, fine artist, graphic designer, illustrator, printmaker, art therapist, interior and spatial designer,
multimedia programmer, special effects technician, stylist, communications, marketing, teaching.
VCE Studio Arts introduces students to the role and practices of artists in society. Students develop an
understanding of the way artists work(ed) in a range of cultures and times, the artists’ perceptions, beliefs and
actions and their relationship with the viewer. Studio Arts enables students to specialise in a particular form of
studio production. Students generate, explore and communicate ideas through specific studio forms and develop
and use specialised skills in a range of media and techniques.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Particular tasks and tests for assessment of achievement are specified. Satisfactory completion is
demonstrated though achievement of outcomes.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is demonstrated though School-assessed tasks and an end-of-year
examination
VCE Studio Arts Levy- Unit 1+2 $50, Unit 3+4 $50 for classroom and assessment materials.
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VISUAL DESIGN COMMUNICATION
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1: Introduction to Visual
Communications
Students:
acquire and apply design thinking skills
develop drawing skills to make messages, ideas and concepts visible
and tangible
draw what they observe and use visualisation drawing methods to
explore their own ideas and concepts
develop presentation drawings to clearly communicate final visual
communications
complete both digital and manual designs.
Unit 2: Applications of Visual
Communications with Design
Fields
Students:
use technical drawing conventions to communicate information.
investigate how typography and imagery are used in visual
communication
apply design thinking skills when exploring ways in which images and
type can be manipulated to communicate ideas and concepts.
Unit 3: Visual Communication
Design Practices
Students:
gain an understanding of the process designers employ to structure
thinking and communicate ideas with clients, target audiences,other
designers and specialists
investigate and analyse existing visual communications
gain insight into how the selection of methods, media, materials and
the application of design elements and design principles create effective
visual communications for specific audiences and purposes
experiment with the use of manual and digital methods, media and
materials to make informed decisions when developing their own
design ideas in accordance with their brief.
Unit 4: Visual Communication
Design Development,
Evaluation and Presentation
Students:
develop and refine concepts to meet the needs stated in their design
brief
utilise a range of two and three-dimensional methods, media and
materials and incorporate a range of design elements and design
principles in their concepts
produce two final presentations that meet the requirements of the brief
and pitch them to their teacher and peers.
Courses and careers open to those who study studio arts include: exhibition curator, community arts work,
designer, fine artist, graphic designer, illustrator, printmaker, art therapist, interior and spatial designer,
multimedia programmer, special effects technician, stylist, communications, marketing, teaching.
In VCE Visual Design Communication students explore a range of digital and manual methods to generate
and develop their own visual communications. Students will learn to incorporate design, creative, critical and
reflective thinking techniques.
Assessment
Unit 1 and 2- Particular tasks and tests for assessment of achievement are specified. Satisfactory completion
is demonstrated though achievement of outcomes.
Unit 3 and 4- Satisfactory completion is demonstrated though School-assessed tasks and an end-of-year
examination
VCE Visual Design Communication Levy- Unit 1+2 $30, Unit 3+4 $30 for classroom and assessment
materials.
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VET – AUTOMOTIVE – Certificate II
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1 and 2
This subject is part of a Vocational and Educational Training Program (VET) and includes
modules from the Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation AUR020716 taken in
conjunction with Box Hill Institute and the VACC.
AURAEA002
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an
automotive workplace
AURAFA004
Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
AURASA002
Follow safe working practice in an automotive workplace
AURETROO3
Identify automotive electrical systems and components
AURETR015
Inspect, test and service batteries
AURLTA001
Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
AURTTA027
Carry out basic vehicle service operations
AURTTK002
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive
workplace
Units 3 and 4 This subject is part of a Vocational and Educational Training Program and includes modules
from Certificate II in Automotive Studies (Pre Vocational) 22015VIC taken in conjunction
with Box Hill Institute.
AURAFA003
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURETK003
Operate electrical test equipment
AURETR006
Solder electrical wiring and circuits
AURETR048
Construct and test basic electronic circuits
AURTTE007
Dismantle and assemble single cylinder four-stroke petrol
engines
AURTTE008
Dismantle and assemble multi-cylinder four-stroke petrol
engines
In VET Automotive students learn about the Automotive industry and apply that knowledge to modern and old
automobiles, using sophisticated tools and equipment. The course is designed to mirror the workplace
environment and in doing so provides pathways to TAFE and university studies and job opportunities with
School Based Apprenticeships and full-time apprenticeships available through willing employers in all areas of the
Automotive industry.
Courses and careers open to those who study VET Automotive include: service technicians and mechanics, car
body and glass repairer, logistics.
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AURTTJ003
Remove and replace wheel and tyre assemblies
Entry
Completion of the Certificate in Automotive takes 2 years.
Levels or Achievement and Assessment
Training packages used by Greensborough College to facilitate Certificate II in Automotive Studies have been
devised by Box Hill TAFE and have specific requirements regarding demonstration of competence and appropriate
assessment of competence. As a competency-based program, this means that students must demonstrate
required competencies at an appropriate industry standard. Assessment is ongoing and students are graded as
"competent (S)" or "not yet competent (NYC)".
VET Automotive Certificate II Levy- $350.00 + steel capped boots & ear plugs
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VET – HOSPITALITY – Certificate II
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
Unit 1 and 2 The VCE VET SIT20416 Certificate II Kitchen Operations Program is drawn from a
national training package and offers qualifications which are recognised throughout
Australia. The following components are included in this study:
SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXWHS001 Participate in safe work practices
SITHCCC001 Use food preparation equipment
SITHKOP001 Clean kitchen premises and equipment
SITHCCC002 Prepare and present simple dishes
BSBSMM201 Communicate in the workplace
SITHCCC005 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXINV002 Maintain the quality of perishable items
BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others
Unit 3 and 4 The VCE VET SIT20416 Certificate II Kitchen Operations Program is drawn from a
national training package and offers qualifications which are recognised throughout
Australia. The following components are included in this study:
SITHCCC006 Prepare appetisers and salads
SITHCCC007 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
SITHCCC012 Prepare poultry dishes
SITHCCC008 Prepare vegetables,fruit, eggs and farinaceous
Courses and careers open to those who study VET Hospitality include: catering, event/hotel manager, public
house/restaurant manager.
VET Hospitality is a largely hands on subject where skills that translate to a work environment are developed by
students who already have a strong knowledge base in cooking or who enjoy cooking and want to improve their
skills.
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SITHCCC0011 Use cookery skills effectively
Assessment
The Hospitality course is run over two years and concentrates on the skills and knowledge required to work in a
commercial kitchen. 12 core and 2 elective components must be covered over the course of two years.
The course is competency based which means that students must demonstrate required competencies at an
appropriate industry standard. Students are graded as "competent" or "not yet competent". Assessment is ongoing
and may take the form of observation, written tasks, practical demonstrations or satisfactory completion of a
project.
When students are seen as competent in the 14 components, students will be awarded a Certificate II in Hospitality
(Kitchen Operations). Students can also sit an end of year exam which will contribute to their ATAR score.
Students may be expected to attend structured work placement to have skills and competencies assessed on the
job. Please check with the program coordinator for expected work placement dates. Note these may be outside
of normal school hours.
VET Hospitality Certificate II Levy- $340 for uniform, classroom and assessment materials.
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VCE/VET SPORT AND RECREATION – Certificate III
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
VCE/VET Units 1 and 2
(Sample)
BSBWOR301B Organise personalwork priorities and development
HLTAID003 Provide first aid
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
ICTWEB201 Use social media tools for collaboration and management
SISXCAI003 Provide quality service
SISXEMR201A Respond to emergency situations
Electives
30 hours of elective activities must be undertaken
The electives chosen for 2021 are:
SISSSOF101 Develop and update officiating knowledge
SISXIND006 Conduct sport, fitness or recreation events
VCE/VET Units 3 and 4
(Sample)
BSBWHS303 Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment
and control
SISXCAI004 Plan andconduct programs
SISSSPT303A Conduct basicwarm-up and cool-down programs
SISXCAI006 Facilitate groups
SISXRES002 Educate user groups
Electives
40 hours of elective activities must be undertaken.
The elective chosen for 2021 is:
SISSSCO101 Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices
Courses and careers open to those who study VET Sport and Recreation include: health promotion, recreation
supervisor, entrepreneur, tourism.
Certificate III in Sport and Recreation (SIS30510) is a nationally accredited Certificate aimed at students who are
interested in pursuing a career in the sport and recreation industry. The program is strongly focused on the
fitness industry utilising the school’s ‘High Performance Centre’ and Sports Stadium for practical application of
the content. Students participate in a fitness camp to meet the competencies of the certificate.
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Assessment
This is a competency-based program, which means that students must demonstrate required competencies at
an appropriate industry standard. Students are graded as "competent" or "not yet competent".
Assessment is ongoing and may be in the form of observation, written tasks, practical demonstrations or
satisfactory completion of a project. Students may be expected to attend structured work placement to have
skills and competencies assessed on the job. Please check with the program coordinator for expected work
placement dates. Note: these may be outside of normal school hours.
Students can be awarded a Study Score for Units 3 and 4 which contributes towards their ATAR score.
VCE/VET Sport and Recreation Certificate III Levy-
Year 1- $450 (classroom and assessment materials and Camp)
Year 2- $220 (classroom and assessment materials).
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VCE/VET BUSINESS – Certificate II & III (partial completion)
UNITS OVERVIEW OF SKILLS AND CONTENT
UNIT 1 and 2 – Certificate II
BSBWOR202 Organise and complete daily work activities
BSBINM201 Process and maintain workplace information
BSBCMM201 Communicate in the workplace
BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others
BSBIND201 Work effectively in a business environment
BSBWOR204 Use business technology
BSBITU211 Produce digital text documents
FSKWTG009 Write routine workplace texts
BSBITU213 Use digital technologies to communicate
Remotely
BSBITU212 Create and use spreadsheets
BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and
others
BSBINN201 Contribute to workplace innovation
UNITS 3 and 4 – Certificate III
(partial completion)
BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and
development*
BSBINM301 Organise workplace information*
BSBITU306 Design and produce business documents*
BSBPRO301 Recommend products and services*
Courses and careers open to those who study VCE/VET Business include: office management, personal
assistance, entrepreneur.
This course is designed to teach students the basic skills to begin a successful career/employment in an office
environment whilst also providing a pathway into further study and qualification in Business or Business
Administration.
This is a two year course and at completion, students will have successfully gained the basic knowledge and skill
set for working in a business environment.
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BSBCUS301 Deliver and monitor a service to customers*
*Indicates scored assessment availability
Assessment
This is a competency-based program, which means that students must demonstrate required competencies at an
appropriate industry standard. Students are graded as "competent" or "not yet competent".
Assessment is ongoing and may be in the form of observation, written tasks, practical demonstrations or
satisfactory completion of a project.
Students can opt to take the scored option which will contribute towards their ATAR.
Students may be expected to attend structured work placement to have skills and competencies assessed on the
job. Please check with the program coordinator for expected work placement dates. Note: these may be outside
of normal school hours.
VET Business Certificate II & III Levy- $250 for classroom and assessment materials.
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