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Creative & Performing Arts
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Course
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Description
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Music 1
(2 unit)
Music 2
(2 Unit)
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In the Preliminary & HSC courses, students will study:
the concepts of music through the learning experiences of performance, composition, musicology and aural within the context of a range of styles, periods and genres.
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Visual Arts
(2 unit)
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Artmaking 50%, Art criticism and Art History 50%
Visual Arts involves students in the practices of artmaking, art criticism and art history. Students develop their own artworks, culminating in a ‘body of work’. The body of work may be created in one of the following expressive forms: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Photography, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Sculpture, ceramics, Textiles and Fibre, Designed Objects & Environments, Film & Video, Digital Animation, Documented Forms, Interactives and Collection of Works. Students critically and historically investigate artworks, critics, historians and artists from Australia as well as those from other cultures, traditions and times.
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English Back to top
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English Standard
(2 unit)
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The study of English helps to make proficient and imaginative thinkers and communicators. Students will explore the ways in which language is used and interpreted in a variety of written, spoken and visual texts.
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English Advanced
(2 unit)
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English (Advanced) is designed for students to undertake the challenge of higher-order thinking and apply critical and creative skills to become sophisticated users of English. Students in this course will explore the ways that events, experiences, ideas, values and processes are represented in and through complex written, spoken and visual texts. Students will also analyse the ways in which texts reflect different attitudes and values according to their context.
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English Extension
(1 unit)
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Extension English is available to some students by negotiation with the English Head Teacher.
In the preliminary course, students explore how and why texts are valued in and appropriated into a range of contexts. They consider why some texts may be perceived as culturally significant.
In the HSC course 1, students explore ideas of value and consider how cultural values and systems of valuation arise.
In the HSC course 2, students develop a sustained composition and document their reflection on this process.
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Human Society and its Environment Back to top
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Aboriginal Studies
(2 unit)
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Aboriginal Studies is a unique experience for all students. through this course students will develop a keen understanding and appreciation of the concepts of social justice and shared histories and will critically examine their role as active and informed citizens.
Students will enjoy studying events as they happen, being part of Australia’s shared history. As well, students who have studied this course in previous years through Dubbo School of Distance Education have achieved outstanding results in the HSC examination.
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Ancient History
(2 unit)
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Ancient History involves the study of past human experience through the investigation of ancient societies and individuals. It draws on a variety of disciplines in both the Preliminary and HSC courses.
The Preliminary course is structured for students to investigate:
- people, groups, events, institutions, societies and historical sites from the ancient world
- archaelogical and written evidence and the methods used by historians and archaeologists
In the HSC course, students use archaeological and written evidence to investigate a personality from the ancient world plus three ancient societies/historical periods.
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HSC History (Extension)
(1 unit)
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HSC History extension involves the study and evaluation of the ideas and processes used by historians to produce history. In Part 1 of the course, students investigate the question “What is History?” through readings compiled in a source book and through one case study. In Part II, students design, undertake and communicate their own personal historical inquiry.
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Business Studies
(2 unit)
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Business Studies investigates the role, operation and management of businesses within our society. Business Studies is distinctive in that it encompasses the theoretical and practical aspects of business and management in contexts which students will encounter in life. Business Studies makes a significant contribution to the ability to participate effectively in the business environment. Students completing this course will develop specific skills in research, analysis, problem solving, decision making, critical thinking and communication. These skills enhance students’ confidence and ability to participate effectively, not only as members of the business world, but as informed citizens dealing with issues from business activity that impacts on their lives.
Business Studies offers focus areas ranging from the planning of a small business to the broader roles of management, finance, employment relations, marketing and the impact of the global business environment. Business case studies are embedded in the course to provide a stimulating framework for students to apply theoretical concepts encountered in the business environment.
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Economics
(2 unit)
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Economics provides an understanding for students about many aspects of the economy and its operation that are frequently reported in the media. It investigates issues such as why unemployment or inflation rates change and how these changes will impact on individuals in society.
Economics develops students’ knowledge and understanding of the operation of the global and Australian economy. There is strong emphasis on the problems and issues in a contemporary Australian economic context within the course.
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Geography
(2 unit)
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The Preliminary Course investigates biophysical and human geography and develops students’ knowledge and understanding of environmental change and the interactions taking place in our world. Students apply both ecological and spatial dimensions by considering how humans interact with environments and by focusing on where things are, why they are there and how people interact differently with environments in different places. Enquiry methodologies are used to investigate the characteristics of our world through fieldwork, geographical skills and the study of contemporary issues.
The HSC Course enables students to appreciate geographical perspectives about the contemporary world. There are specific studies about biophysical and human processes, interactions and trends. Fieldwork, a variety of case studies, and knowledge of the contribution geographers make to the understanding of the environment, help demonstrate the relevance of geographical study.
The study of Geography can lead to further study in either physical or human geography or spatial information systems and then to careers in a variety of areas which may include urban and regional development, environmental policy and planning, resource management, tourism and recreational planning, demographic analysis, research or teaching.
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Legal Studies
(2 unit)
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Legal Studies develops students’ knowledge, understanding and skills in relation to the legal system and its effectiveness in promoting a just and fair society.
The Preliminary course develops an understanding of the nature and functions of law and law making, the development of Australian and international legal systems, the obligations between the individual and the State, and the role of the legal system in achieving justice for disadvantaged groups.
The HSC course investigates the interrelationship between law, justice and society through a variety of focus studies. Students will develop skills in investigating, analysing, and synthesising legal information and issues from a variety of perspectives.
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Modern History
(2 unit)
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History is an enquiry into the past that makes the present more intelligible. Students of Modern History learn to perceive the world in a variety of ways. They develop powers of deduction and reasoning by examining the origins and development of issues which continue to shape our world.
The Preliminary course is designed to provide students with opportunities to investigate individuals, groups, events, institutions, societies and ideas in a range of historical contexts, as a background for their more specialised HSC studies.
The HSC course is designed for students to investigate national and international forces for change and continuity in the 20th century through three major studies.
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Languages Back to top
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French Beginners
(2 Unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
In the Preliminary course, students will begin to develop their knowledge and understanding of French. During this course students must acquire some knowledge of the French language as a system through topics such as Social Interaction and Personal Identification and through the integrated use of the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
In the HSC course, students will continue to develop their knowledge and understanding of French through the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. All topics listed in the syllabus must be studied for the HSC. Topics previously studied during the Preliminary Course will be studied in greater depth for the HSC course.
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French Continuers
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
The Preliminary and HSC courses have as their organisational focuses themes and associated topics. The student’s skills in and knowledge of French will be developed through tasks associated with a range of texts and text types, which reflect the themes and topics. The student will also gain an insight into the culture and language of French-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.
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French Extension
(1 unit HSC)
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The Extension course builds upon the body of knowledge and skills acquired in the French Continuers course. It provides students with opportunities to develop a greater competence and fluency in the language, and to explore contemporary issues in French.
The French Extension course provides opportunities for students to:
enhance their enjoyment of learning French by broadening and deepening their language experience gain insight into the culture of French speaking communities and the communities’ perspectives on contemporary issues gain an appreciation of the French language through the study of contemporary texts use French as an adjunct to their career path.
The French Extension course complements other subjects in the Stage 6 Curriculum and assists students to prepare for tertiary education, employment, and full and active participation as citizens in a multicultural society.
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German Beginners
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
In the Preliminary course, students will learn functions, grammatical structures and vocabulary within the topic areas prescribed in the syllabus.
In the HSC course, students will learn functions, grammatical structures and vocabulary within the topic areas prescribed in the syllabus, but in greater depth.
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German Continuers
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
The Preliminary and HSC courses have as their organisational focuses themes and associated topics. The student’s skills in and knowledge of German will be developed through tasks associated with a range of texts and text types, which reflect the themes and topics. The student will also gain an insight into the culture and language of German-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.
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German Extension
(1 unit HSC)
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The Extension course builds upon the body of knowledge and skills acquired in the German Continuers course. It provides students with opportunities to develop a greater competence and fluency in the language, and to explore contemporary issues in German.
The German Extension course provides opportunities for students to:
enhance their enjoyment of learning German by broadening and deepening their language experience gain insight into the culture of German speaking communities and the communities’ perspectives on contemporary issues gain an appreciation of the German language through the study of contemporary texts use German as an adjunct to their career path.
The German Extension course complements other subjects in the Stage 6 Curriculum and assists students to prepare for tertiary education, employment, and full and active participation as citizens in a multicultural society.
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Italian Beginners
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
In the Preliminary course, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of Italian across a range of topics. These will be explored through the integrated use of the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
In the HSC course, students will continue to develop their knowledge and understanding of Italian through the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Study may cover new topics or more detailed treatment of topics previously studied.
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Italian Continuers
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
The Preliminary and HSC courses have as their organisational focuses themes and associated topics. The student’s skills in and knowledge of Italian will be developed through tasks associated with a range of texts and text types, which reflect the themes and topics. The student will also gain an insight into the culture and language of Italian-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.
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Italian Extension
(1 unit HSC)
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The Extension course builds upon the body of knowledge and skills acquired in the Italian Continuers course. It provides students with opportunities to develop a greater competence and fluency in the language, and to explore contemporary issues in Italian.
The Italian Extension course provides opportunities for students to:
enhance their enjoyment of learning Italian by broadening and deepening their language experience gain insight into the culture of Italian speaking communities and the communities’ perspectives on contemporary issues gain an appreciation of the Italian language through the study of contemporary texts use Italian as an adjunct to their career path.
The Italian Extension course complements other subjects in the Stage 6 Curriculum and assists students to prepare for tertiary education, employment, and full and active participation as citizens in a multicultural society.
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Japanese Beginners
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
In the Preliminary course, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of Japanese across a range of topics. These will be explored through the integrated use of the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
In the HSC course students will continue to develop their knowledge and understanding of Japanese through the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. All themes listed in the syllabus must be studied for the HSC. Themes previously studied in the Preliminary course will be studied in greater depth.
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Japanese Continuers
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
The Preliminary and HSC courses have as their organisational focuses themes and associated topics. The student’s skills in and knowledge of Japanese will be developed through tasks associated with a range of texts and text types, which reflect the themes and topics. The student will also gain an insight into the culture and language of Japanese-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.
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Japanese Extension
(1 unit HSC)
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The Extension course builds upon the body of knowledge and skills acquired in the Japanese Continuers course. It provides students with opportunities to develop a greater competence and fluency in the language, and to explore contemporary issues in Japanese.
The Japanese Extension course provides opportunities for students to:
enhance their enjoyment of learning Japanese by broadening and deepening their language experience gain insight into the culture of Japanese speaking communities and the communities’ perspectives on contemporary issues gain an appreciation of the Japanese language through the study of contemporary texts use Japanese as an adjunct to their career path.
The Japanese Extension course complements other subjects in the Stage 6 Curriculum and assists students to prepare for tertiary education, employment, and full and active participation as citizens in a multicultural society.
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Latin Continuers
(2 unit)
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Learning a language offers a range of post school options including employment, education, training, travel, leisure, community and family involvement. There are many possibilities for employment in areas such as trade, the environment, tourism, education, diplomacy, science, the arts, sport and humanitarian endeavours.
The study of Latin provides students with access to the culture, thought and literature of Ancient Rome. It also allows students to study the influences of Latin on the languages, cultures, literatures and traditions which have derived from them.
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Spanish Beginners
(2 unit)
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The aim of this syllabus is to enable students to gain insights into the relationship between language and culture, to focus on language as a system and to develop communication skills that bring lifelong personal, educational and vocational benefits.
In the Preliminary course, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of Japanese across a range of topics. These will be explored through the integrated use of the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
In the HSC course students will continue to develop their knowledge and understanding of Japanese through the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. All themes listed in the syllabus must be studied for the HSC. Themes previously studied in the Preliminary course will be studied in greater depth.
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Mathematics Back to top
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General Mathematics
(2 unit)
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General Mathematics focuses on mathematical skills and techniques, which have direct application to everyday activity. The course content is written in five areas of study, with an emphasis on application of specific skills and on tasks that involve integrating mathematical skills and techniques across a range of familiar and unfamiliar situations. These tasks may draw from more than one area of study, and encourage transfer of knowledge across the entire course, as well as linking with study in other Stage 6 subjects.
The course is fully prescribed, and is designed to support TAFE and other vocational courses. It provides an appropriate mathematical background for students who do not wish to pursue the formal study of mathematics at tertiary level, while giving a strong foundation for university study in the areas of business, humanities, nursing and paramedical sciences.
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Mathematics
(2 unit)
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The course is intended to give students who have demonstrated general competence in the skills of Stage 5 Mathematics, an understanding of and competence in some further aspects of mathematics, which are applicable to the real world. It has general educational merit and is also useful for concurrent studies in science and commerce. The course is a sufficient basis for further studies in mathematics as a minor discipline at tertiary level in support of courses such as the life sciences or commerce. Students who require substantial mathematics at a tertiary level, supporting the physical sciences, computer science or engineering, should undertake the Mathematics Extension 1 course or Mathematics Extension 2 course.
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Mathematics Extension 1
(3 unit)
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The content of this course, which includes the whole of the Mathematics course, and its depth of treatment, indicate that it is intended for students who have demonstrated a mastery of Stage 5 Mathematics and who are interested in the study of further skills and ideas in mathematics. The course is intended to give these students a thorough understanding of and competence in aspects of mathematics, including many which are applicable to the real world. It has general educational merit and also useful for concurrent studies of science and commerce. The course is a recommended minimum basis for further studies in mathematics as a major discipline at a tertiary level and for the study of mathematics in support of the physical and engineering sciences. Although the Mathematics Extension 1 course is sufficient for these purposes, students of outstanding mathematical ability should consider undertaking the Mathematics Extension 2 course.
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Mathematics Extension 2
(1 unit HSC)
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The course offers a suitable preparation for study of mathematics at tertiary level, as well as a deeper and more extensive treatment of certain topics than is offered in other Mathematics courses. It represents a distinctly high level in school mathematics involving the development of considerable manipulative skill and a high degree of understanding of the fundamental ideas of algebra and calculus. These topics are treated in some depth. Thus, the course provides a sufficient basis for a wide range of useful applications of mathematics as well as an adequate foundation for the further study of the subject.
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Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Back to top
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Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
(2 unit)
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The Preliminary course examines health and physical activity. This includes how people think about health and physical activity, the management of personal health and the basis for how the body moves. Students will also study areas such as first aid and fitness choices.
In the HSC course, students focus on major issues related to Australia’s health status and examine factors that affect physical performance. Sports Medicine and Improving Performance are also studied during the HSC year.
Both the Preliminary and HSC courses offer students the opportunity to complete some sections of the course at residentials and workshops.
In PDHPE each student will develop skills to enable them to take an active role in promoting a better quality of life for all. The course will also provide foundation studies for those students with a special or vocational interest in human movement and exercise physiology, sports coaching and sports administration, medicine, nursing and related health fields, nutrition and dietetics, psychology and counselling, Early Childhood, Primary and High School PDHPE teaching.
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Science Back to top
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Biology
(2 unit)
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Biology is the study of life. The Preliminary course incorporates the study of the mechanisms and systems that living things use to obtain, transport and use for their own growth and repair; biotic and abiotic features of the environment and the interdependence of organisms in an ecosystem; the evolution of life on Earth; and the effects of global changes on the diversity of Australian biota during the formation of the Australian continent.
The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course. It examines the processes and structures that plants and animals use to maintain a constant internal environment and the way in which the inheritance of characteristics are transmitted from generation to generation. The options cover a wide variety of interest topics and draw on the development in technology to examine areas of current research.
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Chemistry
(2 unit)
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Chemistry is often called the central science since some knowledge of chemistry is needed for the study of Biology, Physics, Earth and Environmental Science and other sciences.
Scientists who include chemistry as a major part of their studies are material scientists, metallurgists, forensic scientists, biotechnologists, pathologists and genetic engineers. In many other careers a background in chemistry is also very useful.
This chemistry course will involve the study of chemistry at three levels:
1. where you make observations on chemicals in experiments using your senses
2. where you interpret and explain your observations using models
3. the symbolic level where symbols, formulas and equations are used to communicate ideas.
Practical, hands-on activities and experiences are an essential component of each module of the Stage 6 Chemistry syllabus.
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Earth & Environmental Science
(2 unit)
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Earth and Environmental Science is the study of the planet Earth, its processes and its environment.
The Preliminary course develops a knowledge of the physical and chemical features of the environment, the available resources and human impact on Australian environments and the interplay between the internal and external forces that constantly shape the Earth. It increases students’ understanding of these concepts by focusing on the unique nature of the Australian continent, its geology and environments and, in particular, the local environment and the effect of human impact on it.
The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course. It examines the geological, physical and chemical evidence related to the evolution of Australia over time, current pressures and the effects on the Australian environment, and the indicators of environmental ill-health. The options draw on increased information and understanding provided by improved technology to examine areas of current research.
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Physics
(2 unit)
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Physics is the study of energy and matter. If focuses on investigating everyday events and identifying patterns, applying models, principles and laws to explain the way things behave. Students use their knowledge and models of the physical world to solve personal, social, economic, technological and environmental situations. (Involves some mathematical models).
In the Preliminary course students develop their understanding of waves, motion, forces, fields, electricity and magnetism. It relates this understanding to current communication technologies, the use of electricity in the home, our use of vehicles (including car crashes) and how the nature and creation of the universe affects our lives.
The HSC course builds on the concepts of the Preliminary course. It focuses on space flight, electric motors and generators and the scientific advances involved in understanding the atom to develop semi-conductors and electronics.
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Senior Science
(2 unit)
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The Preliminary course incorporates the study of water resources, the structure and function of plants with an emphasis on Australian native plants and the interactions between organisms in local ecosystems. Some aspects of human anatomy and issues associated with the protection of the body in the workplace are also included.
The HSC course examines the physical and chemical properties of substances used by people on and in their bodies. The study of anatomy is continued with emphasis on improving quality of life by medical intervention. The science behind modern communication and information systems is also studied.
The Senior Science course caters for students desiring a broad cover across all disciplines of science, encouraging them to become scientifically literate citizens. The course emphasises skill development and is particularly suited to students who have achieved Elementary to Substantial Achievement in the School Certificate in Science.
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Technological and Applied Studies Back to top
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Agriculture
(2 unit)
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The Preliminary course shows the relationship between agricultural production, marketing and management, while giving consideration to the issue of sustainability of the farming system. This is an ‘on-farm’, environment-oriented course.
The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course. It examines the complexity and scientific principles of the components of agricultural production. It examines the place of the farm in the wider economic, environmental and social environment. The Farm/Product Study is used as a basis for analysing and addressing social, environmental and economic issues as they relate to sustainability.
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Design & Technology
(2 unit)
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The course enables students to gain insight into design processes, design theory and factors relating to design projects.
The Preliminary course introduces students to creativity and innovation in design, collaborative approaches to design and communicating design ideas. Students will develop investigative, research and experimental techniques and apply these to practical projects.
The HSC course involves the study of a creative or innovative designer and product. This together with the content covered in the Preliminary course will enable students to develop and approach their own creative, innovative Major Design Project (MDP).
The MDP is an original concept worked on by the student over a minimum of thirty-two (32) weeks. The projects are externally marked by the Board of Studies and form 60% of the HSC mark. Students must remember when choosing their MDP it must be able to be transported to Dubbo School of Distance Education for assessment and Board marking.
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Engineering Studies
(2 unit)
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The Engineering Studies course has the aim of explaining why man-made objects are designed and manufactured the way they are.
To help explain and answer these questions, the preliminary course content includes analysis of objects from Household Appliances, Landscape Products, Braking Systems and Bioengineering. The HSC course uses objects from Civil Structures, Transport, Lifting, Aeronautical and Telecommunication.
The analysis includes:
Practical challenges such as the paper bridge, the elastic band car, the windmill are set each Semester.
To communicate technical information, the course teaches the application of technical drawing standards.
The Engineering Studies course will provide you with useful lifelong skills and an introduction to the work of engineering.
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Food Technology
(2 unit)
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The food technology course involves study in six food technology areas plus one option topic. Students will develop a knowledge and understanding about the production, processing and consumption of food, the nature of food and human nutrition. They will develop an appreciation of the important of food to health and its impact on society. Skills will be developed in researching, analyzing and communicating food issues, designing solutions to food situations, implementing them and evaluating their effectiveness.
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Industrial Technology - Timber Products and Furniture Industry
(2 unit)
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The Industrial Technology course offers students knowledge, understanding and skills in aspects of woodworking and the furniture industry. Students develop practical skills in woodworking and in the furniture industry.
A typical HSC major project would involve the building of a furniture item and producing a detailed folio describing the construction. This course can only be studied via distance education if the student has regular access to a local school workshop.
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Industrial Technology - Graphics Industries
(2 unit)
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As an Industrial Technology course, there is significant emphasis on a major HSC practical project/folio. Students are required to produce a series of technical drawings as a major project and use an associated folio to explain how the drawings were developed.
Coursework relates to the study of businesses working in the graphic industry and on technical drawing skills.
The course is a 2 unit, 2 year Board Developed course.
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Textiles & Design
(2 unit)
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The Textiles and Design course is designed to enable students to understand and appreciate the nature and significance of textiles and to develop competence and confidence in the selection, design, manufacture and application of textile items.
Over the two year course, students will undertake studies in Design, Properties & Performance of Textiles and the Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries. A minimum of two practical projects will be completed in the Preliminary course and the Major Textiles Project will be undertaken in the HSC course.
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Vocational Education & Training (VET) Back to top
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Business Services
(120hrs)
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This course is aimed at students who wish to work in clerical and administrative occupations when they leave school. By undertaking this course, students will develop a range of technical, personal and organisational skills, as well as work skills specific to employment in a business/office environment.
Students who successfully meet all of the competencies in the Business Services (120 hours) course, will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Business Services. This means that if students then wish to pursue further study at TAFE in this subject, their previous study is recognised and they are given advanced standing into the course.
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Business Services
(240hrs)
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This course is for students who wish to work in clerical and administrative occupations. By undertaking this course, students will develop a range of technical, personal and organisational skills, as well as work skills specific to employment in a business/office environment.
Students who successfully meet all of the competencies in the Business Services (240 hours) course, will be awarded with a Certificate II in Business Services. The course also has an optional HSC examination, the results of which may be used in the calculation of the University Admissions Index (UAI).
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Information Technology
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This course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the Information Technology industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required by workers who use information technology.
Students concentrate on developing a range of skills required to prepare them to work effectively in an environment where information technology is used. These include oral and written communication skills, teamwork skills, the efficient use of a range of software application packages, essential hardware management and occupational health and safety regulations.
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Metals & Engineering
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This industry curriculum framework includes courses which are accredited for the HSC and provide students with the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised vocational qualifications. Students have the opportunity to study:
(i) 120 hours of Metal and Engineering in Year 11 or Year 12 (ii) 240 hours of Metal and Engineering in Year 11 and Year 12 (iii) 360 hours of Metal and Engineering specialising in CAD drawing in Year 11 and/or Year 12.
Students electing to do the 240 hour course have the option of completing a HSC examination with the results counting towards their UAI. (You can also elect not to do the HSC examination)
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Primary Industries
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This industry curriculum framework includes courses that are accredited for the HSC and provide students with the opportunity to obtain nationally recognised vocational qualifications. Students have the opportunity to study:
· 120 hours of Primary Industries in Year 11 or Year 12
· 240 hours of Primary Industries in Year 11 and Year 12
Students electing to do the 240 hour course have the option of completing a HSC examination with the results counting towards their UAI. (You can also elect not to do the HSC examination).
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Retail
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This course is for students who wish to work in the retail industry, either as a long-term career or in part-time or temporary retail jobs. It is based on units of competency which have been drawn up by the retail industry to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge needed by workers in this industry.
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Hospitality
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This course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the Hospitality industries to describe the competencies, skills and knowledge required by workers in these industries.
Hospitality – the course incorporates core units of competency plus units from various functional areas such as: Commercial Cookery, Food and Beverage, Accommodation Services. Commercial Cookery is the strand offered at Dubbo School of Distance Education.
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Entertainment Industry
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This 240 hour course gives students the opportunity to gain competencies in some of the activities that are involved in the roles of the backstage crew. Some of the electives are:
- sound and lighting design
- set design and construction
- designing and making costumes and props
- bumping in the show
- designing and applying make-up
All the excitement of the theatre without having to learn any lines!!
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Construction Industry
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This course is for students who wish to work in the construction industry. The course is based on units of competency which have been developed by the construction industry to describe the competencies and skills and knowledge needed by workers in this industry.
This course incorporates six core units plus a limited range of elective units from the General Construction and Civil Construction sectors.
This course is contained within Constructions (240 hours).
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