Year 9 Science

Science 

Subject Length: 2 semesters

Subject Fee: $10 (Cost subject to change)

The Year 9 Science program aims to equip students with valuable experiences to expand their knowledge of scientific theories and build on the application skills necessary to conduct interesting practical activities. Students will also work with scientific equipment, conduct research and write scientific reports. Students will also be introduced to some exciting new Science topics and research tasks. 

What is studied?

Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:

• Control and coordination of the human body

  • The Brain

  • The nervous system

  • Endocrine system

  • Homeostasis

• Energy

  • Types of energy

  • Energy transformations and transfers

  • Renewable energy sources

• Chemistry

  • Chemical reactions

  • Conservation of mass

  • Electronic structure of an atom

  • Alpha and beta particles and gamma radiation

• Global Patterns

  • Tectonic plates

  • Geological activity

  • Continental movement
    
    

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

• Collaborative work

• Research tasks

• Laboratory techniques

• Practical report

• Tests and exams