Year 9 - half year compulsory course
Half year compulsory course
Year 9 Science is designed to introduce students to scientific thinking and the tikanga in the laboratory, while enabling them to develop an understanding of the world around them by learning about:
Energy in Chemistry - changing states and separation techniques
Energy in Plants - why plants are essential living organisms for our planet
Energy in Physics - energy transformations, conduction, convection and radiation, fair testing.
Next steps: Year 10 Science
Year 9 - half year option courses
Half year option
Food Chemistry involves chemical experiments to test for macronutrients and food energy. We will study the digestive system of humans and mammals, including dissections. We will delve into the body’s nutritional requirements for health and optimal function, as well as exploring the Science behind the benefits and dangers of fad diets, Students will choose an inquiry topic that may include the preparation of a pre or post-exercise meal in the food technology kitchen.
Next steps: Year 10 Science
Half year option
Forensic Science is the application of many scientific disciplines to the investigation of crimes. In this course, students will use Biology, Chemistry and Physics to analyse and interpret crime scene evidence. We will begin with an introduction to scientific inquiry and the process of forensic investigation. Knowledge of investigation is then applied to the analysis of trace evidence, such as hair, fibres, fingerprints, and DNA.
Next steps: Year 10 Science and/or 10 Forensic Science
Half year option
Space and Us investigates the perils our planet faces from human impacts, natural cycles, as well as surviving meteorite impacts in the future. We study our solar system and explore planets and dangers beyond our solar system. Students will launch a high-speed water rocket and look for answers to questions including:
“Does extraterrestrial life exist?
“Is it practical to travel to the stars?”
Next steps: Year 10 Science
Year 10 - full year compulsory course
Compulsory full year course
Year 10 Science builds on students' knowledge from Year 9 and develops thinking skills to grow capable citizens who can think scientifically. Students will gain an understanding of the world through the knowledge of how science works, how human organ systems work, and how sustainability and climate change can be analysed critically to solve problems in our community.
Next steps: any science course
Year 10 - half year option courses
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of forensic psychology and pathology. Topics will include cults, psychopaths, crime prevention, wounds, and how to run an autopsy.
Next steps: Science 100