Studies Guide 2023

Science/Pūtaiao

CHEMISTRY/Mātai Matū CHE201
Topics: Chemistry is about understanding the properties of substances and how Entry Requirements: 16 or more credits in
these substances can change. Students will be assessed through both internal Level 1 Science, including an external
and external standards. The course provides a good foundation for Level 3 and standard at Merit or Excellence.
tertiary Chemistry study. A high level of achievement in this course will allow for
entry into Level 3 Chemistry. Credits: 13 Level 2 external

Skills: Expenses: $3.00 for Best Choice
• Reading and interpreting the specialist language in Chemistry. subscription.
• Problem solving, synthesising new substances.
• Make connections between chemicals and their properties. Contact: Miss Wilson
• Safe laboratory practices and familiarity with specialised equipment.

CHEMISTRY/Mātai Matū CHE301
Topics: 301 Chemistry is based on the Level 3 Chemistry Achievement Entry Requirements: 12 or more credits in
Standards. The course builds on the material covered in the Chemistry 201 Level 2 Chemistry, including an external
course. The practical component of the course is based on real world examples standard at Merit or Excellence.
including synthesis of organic compounds and the production of electrochemical
cells. Credits: 18 Level 3
(15 external, 3 internal)
Skills: University Entrance Approved
• Reading and interpreting the specialist language of Chemistry.
• Problem solving, synthesising new substances. Expenses: $3.00 for Best Choice
• Make connections between chemicals and their properties. subscription.
• Safe laboratory practices and familiarity with specialised equipment.
Contact: Miss Wilson

ELECTRONICS/Mātai tahiko ELE201
Topics: The course is internally assessed using practical projects. Students build Entry Requirements: Suitable
a variety of projects, such as a mini musical keyboard or MP3 amplifier. An achievement in Level 1 Science and
understanding of electronics and programming in C++ is then developed to Mathematics or, for Year 11 students, at
construct a microcontroller based system. the discretion of the teacher in charge and
HOS. Priority is given to Year 12 and 13
Students intending future study in any Science or Engineering discipline would students if places are limited.
find this course invaluable in understanding modern data collection techniques.
This course is suitable for students with all abilities. Credits: 18 Level 2
14 Level 2 Unit Standards
Skills: 5 Level 3 Unit Standards
• Combining electronic components to form electronic systems
• Practical construction of printed circuits including hand soldering of Expenses: Nil

components Contact: Mr McCall
• Microcontroller use ie: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32
• C++ programming and design
• Computer Aided Design (CAD)
• Fault finding

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Science/Pūtaiao

ELECTRONICS/Mātai tahiko ELE301
Topics: This is a more advanced course in electronics where students will work Entry Requirements: ELE201 is not a
towards the attainment of the Level 3 National Certificate in Electronics prerequisite but the student must have a
Technology. This qualification can be endorsed at Merit and Excellence level for proven record of C++ and/or Arduino. It is
higher achieving students. These credits also can be used towards the NCEA also recommended that students have
Level 3 certificate and also contribute towards the Level 3 National Certificate in completed Level 2 Mathematics and Level
Electrical Engineering. It is primarily aimed at those who wish to proceed to 2 Physics and have a good general
tertiary level study of Electronics, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. knowledge of computers preferably with
Additionally, any student in the Sciences would find this course invaluable in basic programming skills.
understanding modern data collection techniques.
Credits: 22 Level 3
Skills: (22 internal)
• Arduino Microcontrollers and C++ programming
• Sense and control circuits Expenses: Nil
• Digital input, output and logic circuits
• Full design, test and build of a functional electronic product Contact: Mr McCall
• Understanding the development of a commercial product

PHYSICS/Mātai ahupūngao PHY201
Topics: Studying Level 2 Physics will give students a greater understanding and Entry Requirements: 16 credits in Level 1
awareness of the physical world around them. This course leads to further study in Science (8 external), and 16 credits in
Level 3 as preparation for Engineering or as covering background material for Level 1 Mathematics (4 external) or by
Nursing, Radiology, Computer Science, Architecture and Electrical/Technological permission from the Head of Department.
courses.
Credits: 15 Level 2 and 4 Level 3
Skills: (3 internal, 16 external)
• Problem Solving
• Mathematical logic Expenses: $11 for workbook.
• Understanding optical devices and waves
• Atomic structure Contact: Mr McCall
• Electrical circuits and devices
• Mechanical systems of motion

PHYSICS/Mātai ahupūngao PHY301
Topics: This course is an extension of the Level 2 course together with some new Entry Requirements: Minimum of
areas of study. It leads on to further tertiary study at Universities and Achieved passes in all of Level 2
Polytechnics in fields like Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Architecture, Mechanics and Electricity, Level 3 waves
Nursing and Technology. plus entrance to a Level 3 Mathematics
Course or by permission from the Head of
Skills: Department.
• Problem Solving
• Mathematical logic Credits: 15 level 3
• Physics of musical instruments (3 internal, 12 external) Note: 4 Level 3
• Basic radar credits are done in PHY201
• Nuclear reactions University Entrance Approved
• Alternating electrical circuits and devices
• Oscillating mechanical systems of motion Expenses: $11 for workbook.

Contact: Mr McCall

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Faculty of Social Science
- Tikanga-a-Iwi

Social Studies

Year 9

Year 10 Year 10
Social Studies Commerce

History Geography Economics Business Social Science
101 101 101 101 102

Classics History Geography Tourism Economics Business
201 201 201 201 201 201

Classics History Geography Tourism Economics Business
301 301 301 301 301 301

All senior subjects are open entry

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Social Sciences YEAR 10
Entry Requirements: Not required for this
SOCIAL STUDIES course.
Topics: The Year 10 Programme focuses on 'Making a Difference' with such
topics as: Turangawaewae (20th Century NZ); Having a Say (Government, Human Credits: Students can opt in to a Level 1
Rights and Protest); More than Money (Financial Literacy); People and Ideas Achievement Standard
on the Move (why people move between places). Within this ākonga will choose
topics when inquiring into social issues and ideas. Expenses: Small cost for a field trip,
approximately $10-$15.
Skills: Knowledge and understanding about human society; Critical thinking
about social issues, values, attitudes, cultures and human behaviour, woven Contact: Mr Sang
through these will be the knowledge , stories and experiences of iwi, hāpu and
local communities. Gathering, processing and communicating information;
Making and carrying out social decisions is also explored. Social Studies gives
students the basis of skills to use in the Senior School, especially in Geography,
Economics, History, Business Studies, Tourism and Classics.

SOCIAL STUDIES - CAMBRIDGE EXTENSION YEAR 10
Topics: The course itself is designed to make students think about global issues Entry Requirements: Selection is based
and world debates. Students will learn how to reflect on the things they have on performance in Year 9.
studied, researched and discussed. The course will ask students to consider
topics of their choice 'Globally' (the big picture) but also think about how these Credits: Nil
topics have a National, Local or even Personal effect on us all as we participate in
a 'Global Society'. Expenses: $125 for entry to gain the
Cambridge International Examination
Skills: Gathering, synthesising and communicating information; Group work; (IGCSE) qualification.
Analysing and evaluating individual and group research projects; Developing and
justifying lines of reasoning. Contact: Mr Barker

SOCIAL SCIENCE LEVEL 1 SOC 102
Topics: This is a limited entry Level 1 course which will suit those who would Entry Requirements: Entry will be based
struggle with the demands of the externally assessed sections of the NCEA Level on discussion with the Head of Faculty and
1 courses. Students who take this course will undertake assessments that are the Head of School.
also offered in Geography, Business Studies and History.
Credits: 20 Level 1.
Skills: Researching; Planning; Field work; Decision making; Assignment
organisation and presentation; Literacy Expenses: Small cost for a field trip.

Contact: Mr Moyle/Mr Tuia

COMMERCE/Hoko tāpui - YEAR 10 YEAR 10
Topics: Business Enterprise’; Work with business partners to create a business Entry Requirements: Not required for this
plan and take your product to Market Day and keep the profits. ‘Decision course.
making’; Learn how to research and budget for events/trips, and make the best
choice using financial and non-financial information. ‘Problem/Solution/Pitch’; Credits: 3 Level 1 Literacy Credits
Design a solution to a real world problem and learn how to pitch your idea to a
panel of judges. ‘Financial Literacy’; learn how to invest, save and spend your Expenses: Market Day activity will incur
money. some expenses.

Skills: Working in a group, Teamwork, Planning and Organisation, Buying and Contact: Mrs Magdy
Selling, Budgeting, Research, Decision Making, Design and Pitching.

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Social Sciences

BUSINESS STUDIES/Mātauranga Pakihi - LEVEL 1 BUS101
Topics: Businesses are all around us and their activities affect our daily lives. Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Most of us will either work for a business or own a business or have a career in course.
an organisation run using business principles. Business Studies is based on
these big ideas; enterprise, sustainability, citizenship and globilisation. Students Credits: 20 Level 1
will chalenge themselves to develop a product for a market day, encompassing (12 internal, 8 external)
all the skills needed to start-up these businesses, such as marketing, finance and
production. They will also learn about the different elements os small to medium Expenses: $30 for learning workbook,
enterprises (SME), such as recruitment, the marketing mix and problem solving. student funded business start-up costs
and possible field trips (Christchurch
Skills: Teamwork, Money Management, Budgeting, Buying and Selling, Sales, Adventure Park and Hot Sauce Factory).
Literacy, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Interpersonal Skills.
Contact: Mr Benassi
BUSINESS STUDIES/Mātauranga Pakihi - LEVEL 2
Topics: Work with business partners to develop a business that not only makes a BUS 201
profit, but one that also provides a community focus and improves social Entry Requirements: Not required for this
wellbeing. Learn how to design and collect data that can impact the success of course.
your business by connecting the right product with the right people. Learn what
motivates employees and employers to run better businesses. Solve a case study Credits: 19 Level 2
using your business knowledge and problem solving skills for a social enterprise. (15 internal, 4 external)
The Young Enterprise Scheme is also available in Level 2 Business Studies.
Expenses: $30 for learning workbook,
Skills: Social Wellbeing, Teamwork, Money Management, Budgeting, Buying and student funded business start-up costs
Selling, Sales, Problem Solving, Literacy, Critical Thinking and Interpersonal and possible field trips (ie; Kilmarnock
Skills. Enterprises) Possible Young Enterprise
costs.

Contact: Mr Connor

BUSINESS STUDIES/Mātauranga Pakihi - LEVEL 3 BUS 301
Topics:: Students have the opportunity to unleash their inner entrepreneur and Entry Requirements: Must have Level 2
experience the start-up world first-hand. It is a programme where students set up NCEA.
and run a real business. Each company creates their own product or service and
sells it over several months. The students will also develop a marketing plan to Credits: 15 Level 3 (15 internal, optional 4
suit their business in the current market. This course is a year long business external). University Entrance Approved
activity and is primarily based on group work. UE Literacy Reading/Writing Credits 6

Skills: Extensive Group Work, Task Management, Ideation, Networking, Product Expenses: $35 for Young Enterprise
Design, Sales, Problem Solving, Pitching, Leadership and many more. registration. Additional expenses
dependent on external courses and
ECONOMICS/Ohaoha - LEVEL 1 start-up costs.
Topics: The key focus of Year 11 is to develop the models and to understand the
key concepts of Economics. This includes demand; supply; market equilibrium, Contact: Mr Benassi
producer decision making. This then allows us to discuss and find answers to
questions within society such as: ECO 101
• How do businesses choose their pricing strategy? Entry Requirements: Not required for this
• Does society gain from the taxation of cigarettes and alcohol? course.
• What consequences do I face by making this decision?
Credits: 20 Level 1
Skills: Thinking skills; Investigative skills; Decision making; Literacy; Research; (8 internal, 12 external)
Analysis; Problem Solving; Economic Models.
Expenses: $35 for student workbook and
$15 for field trip to Sydenham Bakery and
McDonalds.

Contact: Mr Milward

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Social Sciences

ECONOMICS/Ohaoha - LEVEL 2 ECO 201
Topics: This course focuses on the macro objectives of a government through Entry Requirements: Not required for this
issues of Inflation, Economic Growth and Unemployment. The questions that we course. Level 1 Economics is useful but
delve into in Year 12 have a far greater national perspective. E.g. Why does New not essential.
Zealand have a high income inequality ? Should people have to work for the
unemployment benefit? Why are so many people concerned about the Official Credits: 18 Level 2 (14 internal, 4 external)
Cash Rate (OCR)? What's the big deal about a high NZ dollar? Why do University Entrance Approved
Government impose taxes/subsidies and what are monetary and fiscal policies? UE Literacy Reading Credits 14

Skills: Graphing skills, thinking skills; Investigative skills; Decision making skills; Expenses: $35 for student workbook.
Debating; Problem Solving; Compare and Contrasting; Critical Thinking, Analysis $300-$400 for an optional field trip to
of macro-economic models and concepts. Wellington.

Contact: Mrs Magdy

ECONOMICS/Ohaoha - LEVEL 3 ECO 301
Topics: Micro Economics - A study of how prices are set in the market place, Entry Requirements: Not required for this
how firms can maximise their profits and the consequences of taxing or course. Previous study in Economics
subsidising different products. Understand why different products will always be would be useful but not essential.
more expensive, and what society is losing out on.
Credits: 20 Level 3
Macro Economics - a study of the workings of the economy as a whole. Studying (10 internal, 10 external)
Government policies such as interest rates to control inflation; taxation and University Entrance Approved
expenditure plans to promote growth; and what Free Trade Agreements mean for UE Literacy Reading Credits 10
New Zealand. Also how Government needs to intervene in the economy following UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 10
market failure.
Expenses: $35 for student workbook.
Skills: Graphing; Debating; Compare and Contrasting; Research; problem Additional costs are dependent on the
Solving; Critical Thinking; Analysis. number of optional field trips taken.

CLASSICAL STUDIES - LEVEL 2 Contact: Mrs Magdy
Topics: Gods, heroes, myths and legends of the ancient world; Greek literature
(Homers Odyssey); Classical Influences in modern culture; Greek vase painting CLA 201
and influence of Classical World on Maguires artworks, Foundations of The Entry Requirements: Special approval
Roman Empire. from a Classics or History Teacher.

Skills: Analysing primary sources and artworks. Interpreting literature, research, Credits: 16 Level 2
communicating ideas and constructing a compelling argument with relevant (10 internal, 6 external)
supporting evidence. Please be aware a significant amount of reading and writing University Entrance Approved
is required. UE Literacy Reading Credits 10
UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 6

Expenses: A minimal amount may be
requested for a resource workbook.
Possible field trip to the Teece Museum of
Classical Antiquities, cost approx $10.

Contact: HoD Classical Studies

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Social Sciences

CLASSICAL STUDIES - LEVEL 3 CLA 301
Topics: Three topics give an overview of the Greek and Roman world. These Entry Requirements: Signed approval
could include; Alexander the Great; Roman Art and Architecture; The concept of from a Classics teacher. Level 2 is an
the classical hero compared to modern day heroes. advantage.

Skills: Aside from the inherent fascination of the Greek and Roman world and our Credits: Level 3
debt to it as the foundation of western civilisation, the value of Classical Studies (12 internal, 10 external plus 6 optional
is that it equips students with skills in literacy, historical research and external)
interpretation, analysis of text and primary resources, critical thinking and the University Entrance Approved
clear, logical presentation of written argument supported by evidence. Please be UE Literacy Reading Credits 12
aware a significant amount of reading and writing is required. UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 10

Expenses: A minimal amount may be
requested for a resource workbook.

Contact: HoD Classical Sudies

HISTORY - LEVEL 1 HIS 101
Topics: People fighting for rights, e.g. the Black Civil Rights movement; Cultures Entry Requirements: Not required for this
in conflict, e.g. Persia's invasion of Greece and the battle of Thermopylae; course.
Highlights of New Zealand history, eg: Captain Cook’s arrival in New Zealand.
Credits: 20 Level 1
Skills: Debating/discussing; Note taking and reading; Essay planning and writing; (12 internal, 8 external)
Resource interpretation; Presenting and communicating ideas; Showing empathy
by writing from perspectives of people in the past; Explaining how events in the Expenses: A minimal amount may be
past have shaped NZ today. requested for a resource workbook.

Contact: HoD History

HISTORY - LEVEL 2 HIS 201
Topics: Content may include: Highlights of 1800s New Zealand history such as Entry Requirements: Approval from a
the Parihaka occupation and the Chinese gold miners in Otago; A study on a hero History teacher.
and a villain from history, e.g. Pol Pot and the Cambodian genocide, Nelson
Mandela and the overthrow of apartheid; “Through the eyes of ghosts”, a study Credits: 19 Level 2
on how people interpret past events such as the Gallipoli Campaign. (14 internal, 5 external)
University Entrance Approved
Skills: Showing empathy for perspectives of people in the past; Interpreting UE Literacy Reading Credits 14
visual and written evidence; Following a clear research process; Communicating UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 5
ideas; Constructing a compelling argument supported with relevant evidence;
Explaining historical patterns, such as causes and consequences. Please be Expenses: A minimal amount may be
aware a significant amount of reading and writing is required. required for a resource workbook.
An optional field trip to historic Dunedin is
planned. Costs expected to be
approximately $190-$220.

Contact: HoD History

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Social Sciences

HISTORY - LEVEL 3 HIS 301
Topics: Waitaha/Canterbury history and an enquiry into a significant local place Entry Requirements: Level 2 required, unless
of the student’s choice; How nationalism has shaped the past e.g. exemption granted by Head of History.
Catholic/Protestant conflict in Ireland and the rise of Irish Nationalism; Origins of
the European Reformation with specific reference to Martin Luther and the 95 Credits: 21 Level 3
thesis. How religion influenced the lives of people in the past e.g. King Henry VIII (15 internal, 6 external)
and Queen Elizabeth 1; The impact of The Reformation on the founding of University Entrance Approved
Christchurch. UE Literacy Reading Credits 15
UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 6
Skills: Information processing; Research and communication; Independent study;
Analysis of resources; Evaluating historical narratives; Communicating ideas in Expenses: A minimal amount may be required
writing; Essay planning and presentation. Please be aware a significant amount for a resource workbook. An optional field trip
of reading and writing is required. to Banks Peninsula and overnight stay at
Onuku Marae is planned. Costs expected to
GEOGRAPHY/Mātai Matawhenua - LEVEL 1 be approximately $170.
Topics: How environments have been shaped by extreme natural events, for
example earthquakes in New Zealand; Global study on malaria; Geographical Contact: HoD History
Information Systems; Concepts and basic skills in specific environments;
Research topic on braided rivers; Geographic issue eg. Kaikoura Coastal cycle GEO 101
path. Entry Requirements: Not required for this
course.
Skills: Development of skills such as interpreting maps and diagrams, working as
part of a group, inquiry and valuing skills. Other important areas are; the Credits: 17 Level 1
understanding and use of geographic concepts and the recall of knowledge and (13 internal, 4 external)
its application to other situations. Fieldwork is an important component of the
course. Expenses: $210 for field trip to Kaikoura

GEOGRAPHY/Mātai Matawhenua - LEVEL 2 Contact: Mrs Vincent
Topics: Global - a study of a global pattern e.g. coffee ; Urban Studies - a study
of an urban area from overseas, e.g. Chicago. Research topic; Geographic Issue GEO 201
e.g. Pest Free Banks Peninsula. Entry Requirements: Level 1 is an
advantage but not essential.
Skills: Development of skills such as research and data organisation, interpreting
maps and diagrams, working as part of a group, inquiry and valuing skills. Other Credits: 18 Level 2
areas which are important, are the understanding and use of geographic (14 internal, 4 external)
concepts and the recall of knowledge, and its application to other situations.
Fieldwork is an important component of the course. Expenses: $250 for field trip to
Aoraki/Mount Cook.

Contact: Miss Miller

GEOGRAPHY/Mātai Matawhenua - LEVEL 3 GEO 301
Topics: Internal assessments on; Winter Olympics; Coastal processes; Entry Requirements: Level 1 and/or Level
Geographic Issue; Events eg. Christchurch A&P Show. 2 Geography or approvals from HOD
Geography.
Skills: Development of skills such as research and data organisation, interpreting
maps and diagrams, inquiry and valuing skills. Other areas which are important, Credits: 18 Level 3
include the understanding and use of geographic concepts such as differing (14 internal, 4 external)
perspectives within an issue, recall of knowledge, and its application to other University Entrance Approved
situations. Fieldwork is an important component of the course. UE Literacy Reading Credits 10
UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4
There is a three-day field trip on which an Achievement Standard is completed
plus information collected for research and geographic issue Achievement Expenses: $250 for field trip.
Standards. A sound level of English comprehension is needed.
Contact: Mr Moyle

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Social Sciences

TOURISM - LEVEL 2 TOU 201
Topics: Impacts of tourism on environmental, social and cultural aspects; Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Application of computers in Tourism; Work roles and requirements; Tourism course.
communication; Calculations for tourism; Tourist characteristics; World tourist
destinations; Destination New Zealand. Credits: 20+ Level 2 Unit Standards

Skills: Information gathering; Processing of data; Developing tour schedules; Use Expenses: $50 - $100 each for
of Internet; Mapping; Communicating with others. field trips to Hanmer and Akaroa.

Contact: Mr Barker

TOURISM - LEVEL 3 TOU 301
Topics: Knowledge of an overseas destination; Knowledge of a NZ tourism Entry Requirements: Not required for this
destination. course. Level 2 Tourism is an advantage.

Skills: Communication; Reading schedules; Information gathering and Credits: 18 Level 3 Unit Standards
organisation; Schedule planning; Research skills; Internet use; Processing data.
Expenses: $75 for field trips to Central
Christchurch and Banks Penninsula.

Contact: Mr Barker/Mr Moyle

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Faculty of Technology -
Hangarau

YEAR 9 YEAR 10 LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
Compulsory
Digital Technologies
Year 9 DIG301
Technology
Digital Technologies
Y10 Digital Digital Technologies Digital Technologies DIG302
Technologies DIG101 DIG201
Y10 Electronics &
Control Technologies Digital Technologies
DIG202

Computer Competency Course - CCC201
(open entry multi-level subject)

Y10 Design Design Design Design
Architectural & Architectural & Architectural & Architectural &
Product DAP101 Product DAP201 Product DAP301
Product
Y10 Construction & Construction & Construction &
Mechanical Mechanical Mechanical
Multi-Materials
Technology Technology TCM101 Technology TCM201 Technology TCM301

Y10 Fashion & Fashion & Textiles Fashion & Textiles Fashion & Textiles
Textiles Technology FTT101 Technology Technology
FTT201 FTT301
Technology
Y10 Food Food Food Food
Technology Technology Technology Technology

TEF101 TEF201 TEF301

Food Hospitality Hospitality
Technology HOS201 HOS301

TEF102

Early Childhood Early Childhood
Education Education
ECE201 ECE301

If senior students enter two or more technology subjects they are required to have their
subjects choices checked for credit overlap by the Head of Faculty.

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Design - Architectural & Product

Year 10 DESIGN - ARCHITECTURAL & PRODUCT 10DAPR
Topics: Entry Requirements: Not required for this
• Spatial Design (Architectural/Landscape) course.
• Product Design
This half year course is the foundation for senior courses leading up to the Level Credits: Nil
3 University Approved course and Scholarship.
Expenses: $15 materials 'take home'
Skills: Design Thinking and Language, Design Communication, Design component
Presentation (3D Computer Modelling, Animation, Digital Presentation
techniques, Freehand Sketching, 3D Printing). Contact: Mrs Kennedy

Year 11 DESIGN - ARCHITECTURAL & PRODUCT DAP101
Topics: Entry Requirements: Satisfactory grades
• Spatial Design (Architectural/Landscape) in 10DAPR or HOD approval
• Product Design
• Design Presentation Credits: 16 Level 1 credits available.
Standards. (6 credits external)
Skills: Independent research, exploring Te Ao Māori and other design heritages,
application of a design process, effective design presentation skills (3D computer Expenses: $15 materials 'take home'
modelling, 3D printing, sketching, animations and digital presentation component.
technique's).
Contact: Mrs Kennedy

Year 12 DESIGN - ARCHITECTURAL & PRODUCT DAP201
Topics: Entry Requirements: A minimum of 12
• Spatial Design (Architectural/Landscape) credits Design and Visual Communication
• Product Design Achievement standards at Level 1 or HOD
• Design Presentation approval.

Skills: Independent research, analysis of a design influences, application of a Credits: 19 Level 2 Achievement
design process, effective design presentation skills (3D computer modelling, 3D Standards. (3 credits external)
printing, sketching, animations and digital presentation techniques).
Expenses: $15 materials 'take home'
component.

Contact: Mrs Kennedy

Year 13 DESIGN - ARCHITECTURAL & PRODUCT DAP301
Topics: Entry Requirements: A minimum of 12
• Spatial Design (Architectural/Landscape) credits in Design and Visual
• Product Design Communication Achievement standards at
• Exhibition Design Level 2 or HOD approval.
• Scholarship Folio (optional)
Credits: 18 Level 3 Achievement
Skills: Independent research, design proposal documentation, application of a Standards. (18 internal), Scholarship and 4
design process, effective design presentation skills (3D computer modelling, 3D external credits (Optional)
printing, sketching, animations and digital presentation techniques, design University Entrance approved.
exhibition techniques).
Expenses: $40 materials 'take home'
component.

Contact: Mrs Kennedy

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Digital Technologies

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES - YEAR 10 10DTEC
Topics: Develop the coding skills needed to create a simple computer game and Entry Requirements: Not required for this
explore the creation of visual assets that could be used within them. Experiment course.
with the use of popular 3D modelling tools tools used in the creation of Credits: Nil
entertainment media and use these to create simple animations. Explore the use Expenses: None
of tools available to create web sites and use these to create your own online Contact: Mrs Cropp
presence. This all leads to the development of personal choice projects where you
get to experiment with technologies and tools of your own choosing in the 10TECE
development of a final product. Entry Requirements: Not required for this
course.
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills and Credits: Nil
an understanding of how a computer processes instructions, explore 2D and 3D Expenses: $40 'take home' component.
asset development, critique and develop webpages, student selected project Contact: Mrs Cropp
skills.

ELECTRONICS & CONTROL TECHNOLOGY - YEAR 10
Topics: Explore components and how they are connected to sense the
environment. Design, build and program a device to respond to instructions.

Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills and
logic, build and trouble-shooting circuits, analyse the implications of existing and
future electronic developments.

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES DIG101
Topics: With an emphasis on problem-solving and game development, students Entry Requirements: Not required for this
will develop industry-desired skills to create a range of authentic digital products course.
suitable for end users in preparation for their digital future. This course focuses
on providing the foundation level of understanding to some of the key skill sets Credits: 14-20 Level 1 Achievement
that have impacted significantly on virtually all areas of our modern life. Standard credits. (3-6 external)

Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills, Expenses: None.
analyse elements of design, use techniques and tools to process and manage
information effectively. Contact: Mrs Cropp

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES DIG201
Topics: Learn and apply a range of advanced programming techniques through Entry Requirements: 13 credits in
the development of a gaming application using high level programming DIG101.
languages. Explore and develop media solutions incorporating a range of
advanced digital technologies. Explore computer science techniques. This course Credits: 14-20 Level 2 Achievement
will help prepare students planning tertiary study in Engineering, Computer Standard credits. (3-6 external)
Science, App Design, Web Design, Game Design and Information Science.
Expenses: None.
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills,
critique existing products. Contact: Mrs Cropp

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES DIG202
Topics: Students will develop industry-desired skills to create a range of Entry Requirements: None, prior learning
authentic digital products suitable for end users in preparation for their digital in Digital Technologies beneficial.
future. Explore creating with a range of software from the Adobe suite, design
and build webpages and use computer programming to build a simple game and Credits: 14-20 Level 2 Achievement or
control robots. This course will help prepare students planning further study in Unit Standard credits.
Web Design, App Design, Game Design and Information Science
Expenses: None
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, analyse elements of design and develop
digital media solutions, use tools to organise and deliver information effectively, Contact: Mrs Cropp
critique existing products.

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Digital Technologies DIG301
Entry Requirements: 15 credits in
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES DIG201.
Topics: Explore and develop media solutions incorporating a range of complex
digital technologies. Learn and apply a range of complex programming Credits: 14-20 Level 3 Achievement
techniques to design and build solutions using high level programming Standard credits. (3-6 external)
languages. Explore industry practices and apply application level skills to Scholarship (optional).
enhance developed solutions. Explore computer science techniques. This course University Entrance Approved.
will help prepare students planning tertiary study in Engineering, Computer 3 writing credits (91908 external)
Science, App Design, Web Design, Game Design and Information Science.
Expenses: None.
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills,
critique existing products. Contact: Mrs Cropp

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES DIG302
Topics: Students will develop industry-desired skills to create a range of Entry Requirements: Success in a
authentic digital products suitable for end users in preparation for their digital previous senior Digital Technologies course
future. Explore creating with a range of software from the Adobe suite, design is required.
and build webpages and use computer programming to build a simple game and
control robots. This course will help prepare students planning further study in Credits: 14-20 Level 3 Achievement or
Web Design, App Design, Game Design and Information Science. Unit Standard credits.

Skills: Creativity and problem solving, analyse elements of design and develop Expenses: None.
digital media solutions, use tools to organise and deliver information effectively,
critique existing products. Contact: Mrs Cropp

COMPUTER COMPETENCY COURSE CCC201
Topics: A foundation course which allows students to develop industry-level Entry Requirements: Entry by Head of
skills by creating a range of authentic digital products. Students will explore a Department approval only
range of digital technologies through the development of digital outcomes such
as webpages, computer programs and media products such as static and Credits: Nil
moving images.
Expenses: None.
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills and
an understanding of how a computer processes instructions, develop web pages, Contact: Mrs Cropp
explore the image manipulation techniques and ethics, modify and combine data
from different software applications.

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Food & Textiles 10TECF
Entry Requirements: Not required for this
FOOD TECHNOLOGY - YEAR 10 course.
Topics: Credits: Nil
• Continuing to build on the Year 9 programme focusing on conceptual design Expenses: $75 'take home' food
component.
to create a prototype. Contact: Deidre Lum
• Testing and trialling ideas and materials to inform the development of a
TEF101
stakeholder-focused food product. Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level in
• Create a set of procedures to meet industry health and safety standards. either Year 10 Food Technology or
Science.
This half year course is the foundation for senior courses and Scholarship. Credits: 14-20 Level 1 Achievement
Standards. (10 internals, 4 external)
Skills: Students will combine practical and technological skills with creative Expenses: $150 'take home' food
thinking to design and make food products that meet stakeholder's needs. component.
Students will have the opportunity to create food products that meet health and Contact: Deidre Lum
safety standards and develop their own set of classroom practices.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY
Topics:
• Brief development for new food products
• Conceptual and/or Prototype development
• Implement basic food handling and organisation procedures
• Performance properties of ingredients

The focus of this course is on developing safe, innovative food products to meet
the needs of consumers worldwide.

Skills: Using basic procedures used in the food industry to produce safe food
products. Understanding the functionality of ingredients and their use in various
foods. Undertake development of concepts and a prototype to address a brief.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEF102
Topics: Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level in
• Implement basic food procedures either Year 10 Food Technology or at the
• Prepare and present meat, eggs, cheese, soup, sauces, cakes and hot finger discretion of the Head of Department.

food for industry Credits: 16-18 Level 1 Unit Standards and
4 Level 1 Achievement Standards.
This course has seven Unit Standards and one Achievement Standard. It blends
elements of Technology with skills essential for the Hospitality Industry. Expenses: $150 'take home' food
component.
Skills: Using basic procedures used in the food industry to produce safe food
products. Focus on developing basic cooking techniques, so to develop safe, Contact: Deidre Lum
innovative food products to meet the needs of consumers worldwide.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEF201
Topics: Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level in
• Implement advanced procedures to produce a food product Food Technology 101 or Science 101/102
• Conceptual and/or prototype development. or at the discretion of the Head of
Department.
Students studying Food Technology at Level 2 will have the opportunity to work
with industry experts. Credits: 14-18 Level 2 Achievement
Standards. (10 internal, 4 external)
Skills: Ability to research using modelling and credible information. Creativity,
problem solving and critical thinking. Effective evaluation of product design, using Expenses: $150 'take home' food
stakeholder feedback to justify decisions and modifications made to create a component.
sustainable food product.
Contact: Deidre Lum

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Food & Textiles TEF301
Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level in
FOOD TECHNOLOGY Food Technology 201 or a Science
Topics: 201/202 paper or at the discretion of the
• Implement complex procedures Head of Department. This is a University
• Develop a prototype considering fitness for purpose Approved subject
• Develop a conceptual design or demonstrate presentation mechanisms
Credits: 16 Level 3 Achievement
Student's will have the opportunity to explore these topics, so they have a better Standards. (16 internal or 4 external)
understanding of the skills needed to pursue a career in Food Technology. University Entrance Approved
Both UE Literacy Reading and Writing
Skills: Development of HACCP (Managing Food Safety Hazards) and use of Credits 4 (external)
complex procedures to create new products. Researching, planning and
prototyping of food products for industry clients. Expenses: $150 'take home' food
component.
HOSPITALITY 201
Topics: Contact: Deidre Lum
• Food safety methods in a food business
• Table service in a commercial establishment HOS201
• Prepare food items using various cooking techniques and recipes Entry Requirements: TEF101 or
TEF102
Skills: Students studying HOS201 will learn how to prepare foods safely in a
simulated industry environment, developing their cooking techniques to industry Credits: 16-20 Level 2 Unit
standards. They will have the opportunity to use their table service skills in a Standards
restaurant setting.
Expenses: $200 'take home' food
HOSPITALITY 301 component.
Topics:
• Knowledge of food contamination hazards, and control methods used in a Contact: Deidre Lum

food business. HOS301
• Knowledge of coffee origin Entry Requirements: HOS201
• Culinary products and terms
Credits: 15 Level 3 Unit Standards
Skills: Opportunity to put into practice the practical skills learnt from HOS201
classes. Expenses: $200 'take home' food
component.
FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY
Topics: A half year option, which provides an excellent foundation in the Contact: Deidre Lum
knowledge required for Senior level and Scholarship.
YEAR 10
Skills: Students develop their sewing skills while building on their technological Entry Requirements: Not required for this
knowledge. Units focus on developing a brief, understanding how malfunction course.
informs outcomes and how the role of functional modelling plays in design
decisions. Credits: Nil

Expenses: $65 'take home' component.

Contact: Deidre Lum

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Food & Textiles FTT101
Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level of
FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY achievement at Y10.
Topics:
• Conceptual design to fit a physical and social environment Credits: 18 Level 1 Achievement
• Test and trial ideas to create a prototype Standards. (18 internal optional 3 external)
• Implement basic procedures to create a specific garment
Expenses: $20.00 'take home'
Skills: Consolidating work from Y10, the design process and construction component.
knowledge are built upon in two projects.
Streetwear project where students design and realise a garment for a specified Contact: Deidre Lum
occasion of their own conceptualisation. Techniques in rendering and conveying
ideas are developed as well as an emphasis on the importance of stakeholders in FTT201
the design process. Entry Requirements: Minimum of 10
Literacy Credits from Level 1.
FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY
Topics: Credits: 18 Level 2 Achievement
• Conceptual design with an emphasis on social acceptability Standards. (18 internal optional 4 external)
• Test and trial for technical feasability of garment components to inform a
Expenses: $20.00 'take home'
prototype component.
• Implement advanced procedures to create a specified garment with special
Contact: Deidre Lum
features
FTT301
Skills: Focus on making a lined jacket that has to meet a set of specifications. Entry Requirements: Level 2 Fashion &
Problem solving is a focus during this innovative project. Students will learn to Textiles Technology (minimum of 10
seek feedback and respond to the recommendations from stakeholders. credits).

FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY Credits: 16 Level 3 Achievement
Topics: Standards. (16 internal, optional 4
• Conceptual design with the opportunity to develop skills to adapt a pattern for external). Scholarship (optional)
University Entrance Approved
a specified purpose
• Create a prototype for a client with an authentic need with sustainable Expenses: $30.00 'take home' component.

practices and materials Contact: Deidre Lum
• Implement complex procedures to create an applied design for a specified
ECE201
product Entry Requirements: Open Entry

Skills: Building on the skills at Level 2, the ability to analyse, synthesise and Credits: 17 Level 2
integrate ideas to communicate convincingly their technological experiences is Unit Standards
the focus for Level 3, and are required to use sustainable or recycled materials.
Expenses: Nil
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Topics: Contact : Deidre Lum
• Education and care of infants, toddlers and children.
• Health services and care practices relating to child wellness.

Skills: Students will develop knowledge about child development; gaining
confidence and skills in providing food for a child in an Early Childhood Education
setting.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ECE301
Topics: Entry Requirements: Open entry
• Ages and Stages
• Cultural Diversity Credits: 21 Level 3
• Communication with Whanau/Families Unit Standards

Skills: Students will develop knowledge of child development and childcare Expenses: Nil
practices. They will learn about meeting the physical and educational needs of
infants, toddlers and children and the teaching requirements under the Te Whariki Contact: Deidre Lum
curriculum.

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Technology Multi-Materials

MULTI-MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY YEAR 10
Topics: Product Design and Construction Entry Requirements: Not required for this
course.
Skills: Through a range of projects, brief writing, research, design, ongoing
evaluation, modelling, planning and product construction, prototypes will be Expenses: $50 for 'take home'
developed. component.

Contact: Mr Capaldi

CONSTRUCTION & MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY TCM101
Topics: Product Design and Construction Entry Requirements: 10TECM or Head of
Department approval.
Skills: This course is designed to provide a broad range of multi-materials aligned
knowledge and skills that are transferable to both Tertiary and Vocational Credits: 14 credits available from a range
pathways. The course has an emphasis on personalised learning and contains a of internal and external assessments,
number of compulsory standards which are both internally and externally chosen to suit students pathway. 4 external
assessed. Students personal interests and future pathway plans will inform the
context for the study taken. The course will allow them to obtain an Excellence Expenses: $50 minimum for 'take home'
Endorsement. component. Parental approval will be
sought for individal project costs
exceeding this amount.

Contact: Mr Capaldi

CONSTRUCTION & MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY TCM201
Topics: Product design and construction. Entry Requirements: At least 14 credits at
TCM101.
Skills: Consolidating work from Year 11, students continue to build on their
knowledge and understanding. They will work on personalised projects and Credits: Up to 20 credits available from a
teachers will work with students to ensure they are entered for assessments range of internal assessments, chosen to
which are the ‘best fit’ for them. For those wishing to achieve additional credits suit students pathway.
beyond what has been outlined, this can be negotiated. The course will allow
them to gain an Excellence Endorsement. Some Level 2 Unit Standards may be Expenses: $60 for 'take home'
offered where considered appropriate. component. Parental approval will be
sought for individual project costs
exceeding this amount.

Contact: Mr Capaldi

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Technology Multi-Materials

CONSTRUCTION & MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY TCM301
Topics: Product Design and Construction. Entry Requirements: 14 credits at
TCM201.
Skills: Consolidating work from Year 12, students continue to build on their
knowledge and understanding. They will work on personalised projects and with Credits: Up to 20 Level 3 Achievement
clients within the community to produce prototypes that meet a genuine need. Standards credits possible
For those wishing to achieve additional credits beyond what has been outlined, University Entrance Approved
this can be negotiated. The course will allow students to meet University Entry Scholarship optional.
requirements.
Expenses: $80 minimum ‘take home’
component. Parental approval will be
sought for individual project costs that
exceed this amount.

Contact: Mr Capaldi

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Learning Support Year 9 and 10
Entry Requirements: Designed for
Specific Preparation for Employment and Citizenship - SPEC students working at Levels 1-3 of the
Topics: Environment, leisure, life skills, vocational/work skills. National Curriculum. Approval from Head
of Faculty.
Skills: Self-management, communication, problem solving, literacy and
numeracy for day-to-day living, personal safety and well-being, skills for working. Credits: Nil. Folio evidence contributing to
the New Zealand Certificate in Skills for
Living for Supported Learners (Level 1).

Expenses: $50 for workbooks.

Contact: Mrs Alce

Specific Preparation for Employment and Citizenship - SPEC SPC 105
Topics: Environment, leisure, life skills, vocational/work skills. Entry Requirements: This is an alternative
NCEA pathway designed for students
Skills: Self-management, communication, problem solving, literacy and working at levels 1-3 of the National
numeracy for day-to-day living, personal safety and well-being, skills for working. Curriculum. Approved from Head of
Faculty.

Credits: 60. The course is NZQA
approved for the New Zealand Certificate
in Skills for Living for Supported Learners
(Level 1). Gained over a three year period.

Expenses: $50 for workbooks.

Contact: Mrs Alce

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