Studies Guide 2021

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

Skills: Expenses: Nil
• Arduino Microcontrollers and C++ programming
• Sense and control circuits Contact: Mr McCall
• Digital input, output and logic circuits
• Full design, test and build of a functional electronic product
• Understanding the development of a commercial product

PHYSICS 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 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, Waves and Electricity plus
Nursing and Technology. 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 Business

History Geography Economics Business Social Science
101 101 101 101 102

Classics History Geography Tourism Economics Business Tourism
201 201 201 201 201 201 Māori
Practices
Classics History Geography L2/L3
301 301 301
Tourism Economics Business
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).
Expenses: Nil
Skills: Knowledge and understanding about human society; Critical thinking
about social issues, values, attitudes, cultures and human behaviour; Gathering, Contact: Mr Sang
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,
Accounting, 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 presents an opportunity for Entry Requirements: Entry will be based
students to study a combination of the internally assessed sections of the NCEA on discussion with the Head of Faculty and
Level 1 Business Studies, Geography, Tourism, History and Social Studies the Head of School.
courses. It will suit those who would struggle with the demands of the externally
assessed sections of the NCEA Level 1 courses. These students would still have Credits: 20 Level 1.
an interest in the subjects of Geography, History and Business Studies.
Expenses: Possible field trips.
Skills: Researching; Planning; Field work; Decision making; Assignment
organisation and presentation; Literacy Contact: Mr Moyle

BUSINESS STUDIES - 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 product that solves a problem and learn how to pitch your idea to a
panel of judges. Expenses: Market Day activity will incur
some expenses.
Skills: Working in a group, Teamwork, Planning and Organisation, Buying and
Selling, Budgeting, Research, Decision Making, Design and Pitching. Contact: Mr Milward

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Social Sciences

BUSINESS STUDIES - LEVEL 1 BUS101
Topics: ‘Business Venture’; Work with business partners to plan and carry out a Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Market Day challenge yourself to add value to your products. ‘Marketing Mix’; course.
Learn how companies produce what people want and need. ‘Recruitment’; The
best businesses have the best people working for them, but how do they hire Credits: 18 Level 1
them? ‘Critical Problem’; Solve a case study for a small to medium sized (6 internal, 12 external)
business. ‘Internal Features’; Learn the internal characteristics of a small
business. Expenses: $30 for learning workbook,
business start-up costs and possible field
Skills: Working in a group, Teamwork, Money Management, Buying and Selling, trips.
Budgeting, Literacy, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Critical Thinking and
Interpersonal Skills. Contact: Mr Connor

BUSINESS STUDIES - LEVEL 2 BUS 201
Topics: ‘Social Enterprise’; Work with business partners to develop a business Entry Requirements: Not required for this
that not only makes a profit, but one that also provides a community focus and course. Students need to be aware that
improves social wellbeing. ‘Market Research’; Learn how to design and collect the course is highly practical and group
data that can impact the success of your business. ‘Motivation Theory’; Learn based.
what impact an employer/employees drive in a workplace. ‘Critical Problem’;
Solve a case study for a large business. Credits: 19 Level 2
(15 internal, 4 external)
Skills: Working in a group, Money Management, Buying and Selling, Budgeting,
Literacy, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills Expenses: $30 for workbook. Additional
and Social Wellbeing. expenses dependent on the number of field
trips taken. Some costs may be incurred in
BUSINESS STUDIES - LEVEL 3 the business activity and start-up costs.
Topics:: ‘Young Enterprise Scheme’; Students have the opportunity to unleash
their inner entrepreneur and experience the start-up world first-hand. It is an Contact: Mr Benassi
experiential programme where students set up and run a real business. Each YES
company creates their own product or service and brings this to market. BUS 301
‘Marketing Plan’; Analysis the market and develop a plan to suit the current Entry Requirements: Must have Level 2
business climate. This course is a year long business activity and is primarily NCEA.
based on group work.
Credits: 15 Level 3 (internal)
Skills: Extensive Group Work, Task Management, Creativity, Product Design and University Entrance Approved
Development, Problem Solving, Pitching and many more. UE Literacy Reading Credits 15

ECONOMICS - LEVEL 1 Expenses: $35 for Young Enterprise
Topics: The key focus of Year 11 is to develop the models and to understand the registration. Additional expenses
key concepts of Economics. This includes demand; supply; producer decision dependent on external courses and
making. This then allows us to discuss and find answers to questions within start-up costs.
society such as:
• How do businesses choose their pricing strategy? Contact: Mr Benassi
• Does society gain from the taxation of cigarettes and alcohol?
• What consequences do I face by making this decision? ECO 101
Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Skills: Thinking skills; Investigative skills; Decision making; Literacy; Research; course.
Analysis; Problem Solving; Economic Models.
Credits: 20 Level 1
(13 internal, 7 external)

Expenses: $35 for student workbook and
$15 for field trip to Sydenham Bakery and
Pita Pit.

Contact: Mr Milward

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Social Sciences

ECONOMICS - 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 did a bag not essential.
of lollies only cost 10¢ in the 'good old days'? Should people have to work for the
unemployment benefit? Why are so many people concerned about the Official Credits: 18 Level 2 (10 internal, 8 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 6
UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 8
Skills: Thinking skills; Investigative skills; Decision making skills; Debating;
Problem Solving; Compare and Contrasting; Critical Thinking, Analysis of Expenses: $35 for student workbook.
macro-economic models. $300-$400 for an optional field trip to
Wellington.

Contact: Mrs Magdy

ECONOMICS - 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 20
New Zealand. Also how Government needs to intervene in the economy following
market failure. Expenses: $35 for student workbook.
Additional costs are dependent on the
Skills: Graphing; Debating; Compare and Contrasting; Research; problem number of optional field trips taken.
Solving; Critical Thinking; Analysis.
Contact: Mrs Magdy

CLASSICAL STUDIES - LEVEL 2 CLA 201
Topics: Gods, heroes, myths and legends of the ancient world; Greek literature Entry Requirements: Special approval
(Homers Odyssey); Classical Influences in modern culture; Foundations of The from a Classics Teacher.
Roman Empire.
Credits: 16 Level 2
Skills: Analysing primary sources and artworks. Interpreting literature, research, (10 internal, 6 external)
communicating ideas and constructing a compelling argument with relevant University Entrance Approved
supporting evidence. Please be aware a significant amount of reading and writing UE Literacy Reading Credits 10
is required. 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: Four topics give an overview of the Greek and Roman world. These could Entry Requirements: Signed approval
include; Alexander the Great; Socrates; The influence of Greek Art on other from a Classics teacher. Level 2 is an
cultures; Virgils's Aeneid; Roman Art and Architecture; Roman Religion; The advantage.
concept of the classical hero compared to modern day heroes.
Credits: Level 3
Skills: Aside from the inherent fascination of the Greek and Roman world and our (12 internal, 10 external plus 6 optional
debt to it as the foundation of western civilisation, the value of Classical Studies external)
is that it equips students with skills in literacy, historical research and University Entrance Approved
interpretation, analysis of text and primary resources, critical thinking and the UE Literacy Reading Credits 12
clear, logical presentation of written argument supported by evidence. Please be UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 10
aware a significant amount of reading and writing is required.
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 from 1880s onwards, eg: Captain Cook’s
arrival in New Zealand. Credits: 20 Level 1
(12 internal, 8 external)
Skills: Debating/discussing; Note taking and reading; Essay planning and writing;
Resource interpretation; Presenting and communicating ideas; Showing empathy Expenses: A minimal amount may be
by writing from perspectives of people in the past; Explaining how events in the requested for a resource workbook.
past have shaped NZ today.
Contact: HoD History

HISTORY - LEVEL 2 HIS 201
Topics: Content may include: Highlights of 1800s New Zealand history such as Entry Requirements: Not required for this
the Parihaka occupation and the Chinese gold miners in Otago; A study on a hero course.
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,
of the student’s choice; How nationalism has shaped the past e.g. unless 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
writing; Essay planning and presentation. Please be aware a significant amount required for a resource workbook. An optional
of reading and writing is required. field trip to Banks Peninsula and overnight
stay at Onuku Marae is planned. Costs
GEOGRAPHY - LEVEL 1 expected to be approximately $170.
Topics: How environments have been shaped by extreme natural events, for
example earthquakes in New Zealand; Global study on fresh water; Geographical Contact: HoD History
Information Systems; Concepts and basic skills in specific environments;
Research topic on rivers; freedom camping in Kaikoura. GEO 101
Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Skills: Development of skills such as interpreting maps and diagrams, working as course.
part of a group, inquiry and valuing skills. Other important areas are; the
understanding and use of geographic concepts and the recall of knowledge and Credits: 17 Level 1
its application to other situations. Fieldwork is an important component of the (13 internal, 4 external)
course.
Expenses: $210 for field trip to Kaikoura
GEOGRAPHY - LEVEL 2
Topics: Global - a study of a global pattern e.g. coffee ; Urban Studies - a study Contact: Mrs Sweney-McKee
of an urban area from overseas, e.g. Chicago. Research topic on temperature
and altitude; Geographic Issue e.g. Christchurch Hospital parking. GEO 201
Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Skills: Development of skills such as research and data organisation, interpreting course. Level 1 is an advantage but not
maps and diagrams, working as part of a group, inquiry and valuing skills. Other essential.
areas which are important, are the understanding and use of geographic
concepts and the recall of knowledge, and its application to other situations. Credits: 18 Level 2
Fieldwork is an important component of the course. (4 internal, 4 external)

Expenses: $250 for field trip to
Aoraki/Mount Cook.

Contact: Mr Moyle

GEOGRAPHY - LEVEL 3 GEO 301
Topics: Internal assessments on; Plastic ocean waste; Changes on the West Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Coast Beaches; Geographic Issue e.g Boy Racers; Events eg. Nostalgia. course. Level 1 and/or Level 2 Geography
is an advantage.
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 to the West
Standards. A sound level of English comprehension is needed. Coast.

Contact: Mrs Vincent

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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: The Unit Standards are credited
Skills: Information gathering; Processing of data; Developing tour schedules; Use towards the National Certificate in Tourism
of Internet; Mapping; Communicating with others. and Travel Level 2 (Introductory Skills).

TOURISM - LEVEL 3 Expenses: $50 - $100 each for three
Topics: Knowledge of an overseas destination; Knowledge of N.Z. tourism field trips to Hanmer, Akaroa and
destinations; Economic impacts of tourism; History of tourism; Calculations for Christchurch Airport.
tourism.
Skills: Communication; Reading schedules; Information gathering and Contact: Mr Barker/Mr Sang
organisation; Schedule planning; Research skills; Internet use; Processing data.
TOU 301
TOURISM MĀORI PRACTICES Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Topics: Students will examine the impact of tourism on Māori, Māori identity in course. Level 2 Tourism is an advantage.
tourism, examine and recite appropriate karakia, explain tikanga and kaitiaki
practices in tourism, explain the importance of Māori place names, reo Māori Credits: The Unit Standards are credited
greetings and farewells in tourism and identify and explain the cultural towards the National Certificate in Tourism
significance of natural and man-made attractions in tourism. and Travel Level 2 (Introductory Skills).

Skills: This course will allow students to link their knowledge/heritage of Te Reo Expenses: $150 for field trips to Central
and Tikanga with assessments on karakia, greetings, tikanga, kaitiaki practices, Christchurch, Mt Hutt and Banks
place names and attractions used in Tourism in Aotearoa/New Zealand. Penninsula.

Contact: Mr Barker/Mr Moyle

TMP 201/ 301
Entry Requirements: Open entry for Year
12/13 students.

Credits: Year 12 students would complete
4 Level 3 Unit Standards (20 credits) and
Year 13 students would complete 4 Level 3
Unit Standards (19 credits).

Expenses: $50-$100 each for three
optional field trips to Kaikoura, Te Pataka o
Rakaihautū/Banks Peninsula and
Otautahi/Christchurch.

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 Architecture Design Design
Architectural & & Product DAP101 Architecture & Architecture &
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: $20 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: 19 Level 1 Achievement
Standards. (13 internal, 6 external)
Skills: Independent research, analysis of an influential designers work,
application of a design process, effective design presentation skills (3D computer Expenses: $20 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.
• Design Presentation
Credits: 19 Level 2 Achievement
Skills: Independent research, analysis of a design era, application of a design Standards. (16 internal)
process, effective design presentation skills (3D computer modelling, 3D printing,
sketching, animations and digital presentation techniques). Expenses: $20 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.
• Scholarship Folio (optional)
Credits: 18 Level 3 Achievement
Skills: Independent research, design proposal documentation, application of a Standards. (18 internal), Scholarship
design process, effective design presentation skills (3D computer modelling, 3D (Optional) (University Entrance approved)
printing, sketching, animations and digital presentation techniques, design
exhibition techniques). Expenses: $40 materials 'take home'
component.

Contact: Mrs Kennedy

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Digital Technologies 10DTEC
Entry Requirements: Not required for this
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES - YEAR 10 course.
Topics: Experiment with the use of Adobe tools for the ethical creation and
manipulation of graphics, while investigating the techniques that can be used Credits: Nil
within industry to mislead others. Develop the coding skills needed to create a
simple computer game and an online presence. Complete a research topic Expenses: $8 Adobe Creative Suite, $40
exploring the use of a digital technology in a contemporary area of your own field trip, $40 ‘take home’ component and
choice (such as; virtual reality, the impact of social influencers, and the printing credit as required.
emergence and use of memes in communication).
Contact: Mrs Cropp
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills and
an understanding of how a computer processes instructions, critique and develop 10TECE
web pages, explore image manipulation and ethics, design planning and Entry Requirements: Not required for this
evaluation. course.

ELECTRONICS & CONTROL TECHNOLOGY - YEAR 10 Credits: Nil
Topics: Explore components and how they are connected to sense the
environment. Design, build and program a device to respond to instructions. Expenses: $40 ‘take home’ component
and printing credit as required.
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills and
logic, build and trouble-shooting circuits, analyse the implications of existing and Contact: Mrs Cropp
future electronic developments.
DIG101
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES Entry Requirements: Not required for this
Topics: This course focuses on providing the foundation level of understanding to course.
some of the key skill sets that have impacted significantly on virtually all areas of
our modern life. With an emphasis on problem-solving, students will develop Credits: 16-18 Level 1 Achievement
industry-desired skills to create a range of authentic digital products suitable for Standards (internal).
end users in preparation for their digital future.
Expenses: $8 Adobe Creative Suite, $40
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills, field trip and printing credit as required.
analyse elements of design, use techniques and tools to process and manage
information effectively. Contact: Mrs Cropp

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES DIG201
Topics: Explore and develop media solutions incorporating a range of advanced Entry Requirements: 13 credits in
digital technologies. Learn and apply a range of advanced programming DIG101.
techniques to design and build solutions using high level programming
languages. Explore computer science techniques. This course will help prepare Credits: 16-18 Level 2
students planning tertiary study in Engineering, Computer Science, App Design, Achievement Standards (internal).
Web Design, Game Design and Information Science.
Expenses: $8 Adobe Creative Suite, $40
Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills, field trip and printing credit as required.
critique existing products.
Contact: Mrs Cropp
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
Topics: Students will develop industry-desired skills to create a range of DIG202
authentic digital products suitable for end users in preparation for their digital Entry Requirements: None, prior learning
future. Explore creating with a range of software from the Adobe suite, design in Digital Technologies beneficial.
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: Up to 17 Level 2 Achievement and
Web Design, App Design, Game Design and Information Science Unit Standards (internal).

Skills: Creativity and problem solving, analyse elements of design and develop Expenses: $8 Adobe Creative Suite, $40
digital media solutions, use tools to organise and deliver information effectively, field trip and printing credit as required.
critique existing products.
Contact: Mrs Cropp

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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: 16-18 Level 3 Achievement
techniques to design and build solutions using high level programming Standards (internal).
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
Science, App Design, Web Design, Game Design and Information Science. Expenses: $8 Adobe Creative Suite). $40
field trip and printing credit as required.
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: 16-18 Level 3 Unit Achievement
Web Design, App Design, Game Design and Information Science Standards. (internal).

Skills: Creativity and problem solving, analyse elements of design and develop Expenses: $8 Adobe Creative Suite). $40
digital media solutions, use tools to organise and deliver information effectively, field trip and printing credit as required.
critique existing products.
Contact: Mrs Cropp
COMPUTER COMPETENCY COURSE
Topics: Students will develop industry-desired skills to create a range of CCC201
authentic digital products suitable for end users in preparation for their digital Entry Requirements: Entry by Head of
future. Explore creating with a range of software from the Adobe suite, design Department approval only
and build webpages and use computer programming to build a simple game and
control robots. Credits: Nil

Skills: Creativity and problem solving, develop computer programming skills and Expenses: $8 Adobe Creative Suite). $40
an understanding of how a computer processes instructions, develop web pages, field trip, $40 ‘take home’ component and
explore the image manipulation techniques and ethics, modify and combine data printing credit as required.
from different software applications.
Contact: Mrs Cropp

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Food & Textiles 10TECF
Entry Requirements: Not required for this
FOOD TECHNOLOGY - YEAR 10 course.
Topics:
• Project planning for food development Credits: Nil
• Functional modelling and design
• Develop a stakeholder-focused food product Expenses: $75 'take home' food
component.
This half year course is the foundation for senior courses and Scholarship. This is
a continuation of Year 9 Food Technology. Contact: Deidre Lum

Skills: Combine practical and technological skills with creative thinking to design
and make food products that meet stakeholder's needs. Learn to use current
technologies and consider the impact of future technological developments and
worldwide trends in food.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEF101
Topics: Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level in
• Brief development for new food products either Year 10 Food Technology or
• Conceptual and/or Prototype development Science.
• Implement basic food handling and organisation procedures
• Performance Properties of ingredients Credits: 14-20 Level 1 Achievement
Standards. (14-16 internals, optional 4
The focus of this course is on developing safe, innovative food products to meet external)
the needs of consumers worldwide.
Expenses: $150 'take home' food
Skills: Using basic procedures used in the food industry to produce safe food component.
products. Understanding the functionality of ingredients and their use in various
foods. Undertake development of concepts and a prototype to address a brief. Contact: Deidre Lum

FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEF102
Topics: Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level in
• Implement basic food procedures either Year 10 Food Technology or at the
• Introduction to career pathways in the hospitality industry discretion of the Head of Department.
• Prepare and present meat, eggs, cheese, soup, sauces and hot finger food for
Credits: 4 Level 1 Achievement Standard
industry (internal) and 17 Level 1 Unit Standards

This course has one Achievement Standard and seven unit standards. It blends Expenses: $150 'take home' food
elements of Technology with skills essential for the Hospitality Industry. component.

Skills: Using basic procedures used in the food industry to produce safe food Contact: Deidre Lum
products. Focus on developing basic cooking techniques, so to develop safe,
innovative food products to meet the needs of consumers worldwide.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEF201
Topics: Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level in
• Implement advanced procedures Food Technology 101 or Science 101/102
• Undertake effective development to trial a prototype 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 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

Student's will have the opportunity to explore these topics, so they have a better Credits: 16 Level 3 Achievement
understanding of the skills needed to pursue a career in Food Technology. Standards. (12 internal, 4 external)
University Entrance Approved
Skills: Development of HACCP (Managing Food Safety Hazards) and use of UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4
complex procedures to create new products. Researching, planning and
prototyping of food products for industry clients. Expenses: $150 'take home' food
component.

Contact: Deidre Lum

HOSPITALITY 201 HOS201
Topics: Entry Requirements: TEF101 or
• Food safety methods in a food business TEF102
• Cook food items by frying and baking, using sound knife practice
• Table service in a commercial establishment Credits: 20 Level 2 Unit Standards

Skills: Students studying HOS201 will learn how to prepare foods safely in a Expenses: $200 'take home' food
simulated industry environment, developing their cooking techniques to industry component.
standards. They will have the opportunity to use their table service skills in a
restaurant setting. Contact: Deidre Lum

HOSPITALITY 301 HOS301
Topics: Entry Requirements: HOS201
• Knowledge of food contamination hazards, and control methods used in a
Credits: 15 Level 3 Unit Standards
food business.
• Knowledge of coffee origin Expenses: $200 'take home' food
• Culinary products and terms component.

Skills: Opportunity to put into practice the practical skills learnt from HOS201 Contact: Deidre Lum
classes.

FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY YEAR 10
Topics: A half year option, which provides an excellent foundation in the Entry Requirements: Not required for this
knowledge required for Senior level and Scholarship. course.

Skills: Students develop their sewing skills while building on their technological Credits: Nil
knowledge through creating loungewear. The Whakapapa unit is focused on print
making, surface design and a computer generated design that gets printed onto Expenses: $65 'take home' component.
fabric.
Contact: Deidre Lum

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Food & Textiles FTT101
Entry Requirements: Satisfactory level of
FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY achievement at Y10.
Topics: Hop on Top / Streetwear
Credits: 18 Level 1 Achievement
Skills: Consolidating work from Y10, the design process and construction Standards. (all internal)
knowledge are built upon in two projects;
Expenses: $35.00 'take home'
An individualised hoodie top (construction focus). component.

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. Opportunity to attend WOW Show in Wellington. Entry Requirements: Minimum of 10
Literacy Credits from Level 1.
FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY
Topics: Wearable Arts (theme based design), Line me up Credits: 20 Level 2 Achievement
Standards. (16 internal, 4 external)
Skills: Focus on making a lined jacket that has to meet a set of specifications.
Problem solving is a focus during this innovative project, as is the ability to work Expenses: $35.00 'take home'
with a model for a Wearable Arts project. component.

Students learn to photograph their work for a presentation to the community at Contact: Deidre Lum
the end of the year.
FTT301
FASHION & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY Entry Requirements: Level 2 Fashion &
Topics: Sustainable stitching. Textiles Technology (minimum of 10
credits).
Skills: Design and construct a collection of three sustainable items for a client
with an authentic need. Building on the skills at Level 2, the ability to analyse, Credits: 18 Level 3 Achievement
synthesise and integrate ideas to communicate convincingly their technological Standards. (14 internal, 4 external).
experiences is the focus for Level 3. Students are actively encouraged to pursue Scholarship (optional)
creative avenues of interest to support their year long project, and are required to University Entrance Approved
use sustainable or recycled materials. UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Expenses: $35.00 'take home' component.
Topics:
• Education and care of infants, toddlers and children. Contact: Deidre Lum
• Issues related to the provision of food for a child with specific food needs
• Sustainable food related practices. ECE201
Entry Requirements: Open Entry
Skills: Students will develop knowledge about child development; gaining
confidence and skills in providing food for a child in an Early Childhood Education Credits: 17 Level 2
setting. Unit Standards

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Expenses: Nil
Topics:
• Ages and Stages Contact : Deidre Lum
• Cultural Diversity
• Communication with Whanau/Families ECE301
Entry Requirements: Open entry
Skills: Students will develop knowledge of child development and childcare
practices. They will learn about and gain practical experience in meeting the Credits: 21 Level 3
physical and educational needs of infants, toddlers and children. Unit Standards

Expenses: Nil

Contact: Deidre Lum

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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 Credits: 4 credits available.
developed.
Expenses: $50 for 'take home'
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 transerable to both Tertiary and Vocational Credits: Up to 20 credits available from a
pathways. The course has an emphasis on personalised learning and contains a range of internal and external assessments,
number of compulsory standards, but also allows students to choose additional chosen to suit students pathway.
standards that reflect the demands of their project, abilities and personal interest.
The course will allow them to obtain an Excellence Endorsement. Some Level 2 Expenses: $50 minimum for 'take home'
Unit Standards may be offered where considered appropriate. 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 or Head of Department approval.
Skills: Consolidating work from Year 11, students continue to build on their
knowledge andunderstanding. 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 and external assessments,
which are the ‘best fit’ for them. For those wishing to achieve additional credits chosen to 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 or Head of Department approval
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 UE Literacy Reading Credits 4
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: $45 for workbooks.

Contact: Mrs Alce

Specific Preparation for Employment and Citizenship - SPEC SPC 105
Topics: Environment, leisure, life skills, vocational/work skills. Entry Requirements: Self-management,
communication, problem solving, literacy
Skills: Self-management, communication, problem solving, literacy and and numeracy for day-to-day living,
numeracy for day-to-day living, personal safety and well-being, skills for working. personal safety and well-being, skills for
working.

Credits: 55. 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.

Optional Credits: 20 Skills for Working
module.

Expenses: $45 for workbooks.

Contact: Mrs Alce

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