Science

Year 10 Science 

Learning Area Leader: Ms Harrowfield

This course is organised into Science sub-topics. One semester will be the study of a small unit of Biology and Environmental Science, and in the alternate semester the focus will be on Physics and Chemistry. Each student will complete a research investigation.

Students complete introductory courses in genetics and evolution through natural selection in the Biology Unit.

They also learn how human activity can impact the environment in Environmental Science. and complete an introduction to the study of Psychology.

The Physics unit focuses on motion, with students gaining knowledge of Newton’s Laws to explain the movement of matter. They also explore the Big Bang Theory to deepen their understanding of the universe and its key features, including galaxies, stars, and black holes.

In Chemistry, the atom is studied and the behaviour of matter in relation to chemical reactions is investigated through practical experiments

Learning Activities

·         Various Practical Experiments

·         Science theory-based activities

·         Researching and Communicating

·         Data Analysis

·         ICT based tasks

Assessment

·         Research investigations

·         Practical reports

·         Assignments

·         Topic tests

·         Semester Examination

While working in a Science Laboratory, safety is a priority. Correct practice and safety conventions are to be followed at all times.

Key Contact Learning Area Leader - Science

Adrianne Harrowfield

ajh@stbedes.catholic.edu.au