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SCIENCE Physics 4

Physics is an important fundamental science that is strongly recommended for learners seeking an intellectually stimulating and interesting course. Physics endeavours to explain all the natural phenomena that occur in the universe using the method of experiment and observation and the method of mathematical reasoning. Its power lies in the use of a comparatively small number of assumptions, models, laws and theories to explain a wide range of phenomena, from the incredibly small to the incredibly large. Physics also provides the foundation of understanding upon which modern technologies and all other sciences are based.

What will I learn from this course?

• Newtonian mechanics

• gravitational, electric and magnetic fields

• wave motion

• nuclear and quantum physics.

Pathways

1. engineering

2. surveying

3. spatial sciences

4. agricultural science

5. the Defence Force Academy.

Transdisciplinary Science 2

Transdisciplinary Science provides learners with an opportunity to inquire deeply into an area of scientific interest within Tasmania. The course provides students with an opportunity to further develop their scientific inquiry skills across a range of scientific disciplines with a focus on responding to local or global situations. This experience will arm students with an appreciation of the importance of applied observation and thinking skills to develop evidence-based opinions and arguments related to today’s world. What will I learn from this course?

• scientific inquiry skills including developing experimental methods, and collecting and analysing data within a specific application of science

• how to effectively communicate qualitative and quantitative data and information

• the impact of science inquiry locally, nationally and globally.

Pathways

1. provides a pathway to Level 3 TASC Science courses

2. the contextual and practical nature of the course also makes it applicable to students who are pursuing a trade/VET pathway or who have a general interest in science and how it is integral to our everyday lives.

Transdisciplinary Science 3

Transdisciplinary Science Level 3 enables learners to discover applications of science that are significant in the Tasmanian context. They will apply scientific skills and knowledge to independently investigate an individual inquiry question of personal interest, guided by the provider, in response to the world around them.

Learners will design, plan and conduct scientific investigations drawing on multiple scientific disciplines. They will use accepted scientific processes and practices to communicate their findings, including a scientific paper and poster presentation.

Learners will also develop skills in collaboration, critical thinking, observation and synthesis relevant to both technical and academic careers and further study. Through this process they will be prepared for an increasingly broad range of contemporary tertiary pathways. What will I learn from this course?

Based on the learner’s chosen scientific inquiry with a local context, learners will learn:

• scientific inquiry skills including developing experimental methods, and collecting and analysing data within a specific application of science

• how to effectively communicate qualitative and quantitative data and information

• collate and analyse the key data and findings from an extended scientific inquiry and make recommendations for further study

• the impact of science inquiry locally, nationally, and globally.

Pathways

3. Transdisciplinary Science Level 3 provides a clear pathway to other science courses at levels 3 and 4, in addition to a range of other senior secondary courses and a wide range of tertiary and vocational learning.

Learners who enjoy keeping up with the latest advances in the broad and ever-changing field of information technology may be able to turn their personal interest into a fulfilling career. They can learn some of the top reasons to sharpen tech skills and put them to work.

Information Technology (IT) allows learners to take their career in a number of different directions. They may become a computer network architect, a computer programmer, a computer systems analyst, a database administrator, an information security analyst, an information architect, a web developer and so much more! There are specialisations in Database Development and Administration, Information Systems Security, Network Administration and Management, and Multimedia and Web Development.

Then there is the whole area of Design Technologies. This area of Technologies enables learners to identify, consider and solve problems through creative thinking, planning and design and by working with different media, materials and tools. Learners gain technical and design awareness as a result and develop skills such as initiative, resourcefulness and enquiry and ingenuity. They also develop the communication skills central to design making and evaluation.

Food Cooking and Nutrition 2

This course provides life skills for preparing food safely for different nutritional needs. It creates an awareness of current issues related to Australian food and encourages learners to be discerning consumers. The emphasis is on practical cooking. It complements Health Studies, Sports Science and Certificate II in Kitchen Operations and Certificate l in Hospitality courses.

This course is an extension for a student who has studied Food and Cooking Essentials or a lead-in course before undertaking Food and Nutrition 3.

What will I learn from this course?

• hygienic food preparation

• the links between food and health

• how to prepare healthy foods

• how to design recipes and menus for different purposes

• what influences people’s food choices.

Pathways

1. allied health, sport, hospitality, tourism and education focused careers.

Food and Nutrition 3

This course provides a broad study of the food issues that have ongoing relevance for individual and community health and wellbeing. The emphasis is on food and nutrition theory with very little or no practical cooking.

Learners who have completed prior study in Australian CurriculumDesign and Technology: Food (band 9-10) will be well placed to engage in this course, however there are no mandatory entry requirements to this course. An overall grade of C or better in Year 10 English is recommended.

It complements Health Studies 3; Sports Science 3; Food and Cooking Essentials; Food, Cooking and Nutrition 2 and SIT203416

Certificate II in Kitchen Operations. What will I learn from this course?

• nutrition and dietary analysis

• the relationship between diet, health and nutrition promotion

• influences on food choices

• food sustainability, food security and ethics.

Pathways

1. further studies in health sciences, dietetics, nutrition, sport science, environmental and community health and education.