Year 12 Students

ACCOUNTING

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
To apply a variety of skills to particular types of business organisations.
To use IBM Computers with word processing and Excel spreadsheet programmes.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Open entry.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Unit Standards up to 24 credits.
Polytechnic course or University degree in Accounting, Business, Commerce, Law.
Level 3 Accounting.

HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal assessment - no examination.
7366 Review the control and accounting procedures for a cash sub-system. (4 credits)
7367 Review the control and accounting procedures for an accounts receivable sub-system. (4 credits)
7369 Review the control and accounting procedures for an inventory sub-system. (4 credits)
7370 Review the control and accounting procedures for a fixed assets sub-system.
7371 Review the control and accounting procedures for a payroll sub-system. (3 credits)
7372 Explain and make balance day adjustments and incorporate them into financial statements. (2 credits)
7373 Account for community organisations. (3 credits)

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
Specialised accounting stationery.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Prasad

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AGRICULTURE/HORTICULTURE

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
A variety of land-based skills including:
Care of soil and pasture
Pest and diseases
Climate
Plant propagation
Use of agrichemicals (eg. sprays)
Basic garden techniques
Weed identification and control

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Recommendation by the Head of Department. Authorisation for entry will be determined by the level of achievement you have gained in Level 1 related subjects.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Unit Standards in a wide range of topics.
Study of some aspect of Agriculture/Horticulture including floristry, forestry, landscaping, nursery or fruit production.
Polytechnic courses.
National Certificate in Horticulture or Agriculture.

ASSESSMENT FOR THIS COURSE INVOLVES?
Assignments
Practicals
Tests

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
NZQA hook on fees.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Ms Aomarere

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ART

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
A range of drawing, painting and sculpture techniques.
The contemporary ways of making artworks.
A range of existing Artworks including Maori and Pacific artworks.
How to research and develop personal artworks.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
12 credits in NCEA Level 1.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 2 Visual Art - NCEA Level 2
Level 3 Visual Art - NCEA Level 3
Future courses in Visual Art.

HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal and external assessment
90476 Generate and develop ideas using drawing processes and procedures in painting practice. (6 credits)
90479 Produce a body of work within painting to show understanding of art-making methods and ideas. (12 credits)

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
$40 for materials.
There may also be a small additional cost for field trips.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Ms Kay

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BIOLOGY

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
How cells operate, Plant and Animal Form and Function, Genetics - Inheritance, Population and Community Inter-relationships (Ecology).
WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
At least 14 credits from Level 1 Science including the Biology Standard (90188) or recommendation by the Head of Department.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 3 Biology or Polytechnic courses in Biological Science.
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal Assessment Achievement Standards
90457 Carry out a practical biological investigation with supervision (3 credits)
External Assessment Achievement Standards
90459 Describe genetic variation and change (3 credits)
90461 Describe the concepts and processes relating to ecology (3 credits)
90462 Describe diversity in the structure and function of animals (3 credits)
90463 Describe diversity in the structure and function of plants (3 credits)
90464 Describe cell structure and function.(3 credits)
COURSE COSTS?
$25 for the course manual.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
HOD Science

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BUILDING ACADEMY

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The specifics of the course will be designed around
the needs of the students and may include:
12936 Non-consent building.
12937 Timber pergola.
12939 Retaining walls.
12933 Concrete works.
12938 Paving.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Advancement to a possible apprenticeship in building
or an applied trade.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Kingi

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BUSINESS EDUCATION

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
You will learn to understand business as a productive activity that is an integral part of our society and our economy.
Accounting Economics
Webpage Design Young Enterprise Scheme
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Business Education 1, or
Achieved satisfactory results in Year 11.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Business Education 2.
Your pathway to Accounting, Economics and
Computing into the business world.
Employment opportunities.
Polytechnic course or University degree in
Accounting, Business, Commerce, Law.
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Entirely internally assessed.
22850 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of marketing in business (2 credits)
22851 Analyse business organisations in relation to their features (2 credits)
22852 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of business production processes (2 credits)
22853 Describe and analyse the impact of external factors affecting NZ business organisations (2 credits)
22854 Apply innovative thinking techniques within a business context (2 credits)
22855 Plan for an ongoing business activity (3 credits)
22856 Carry out a planned ongoing business activity (5 credits)
COURSE COSTS?
If doing YES - Study Guide $25.
Student registration fee - $15 per student.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Prasad

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CHEMISTRY

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Properties of substances around us and why they behave in certain ways. The importance to us of chemical methods.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Achieved 14 Level 1 Science credits including 90186 and 90189.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 3 Chemistry

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal
90305 Carry out qualitative analysis.
90306 Carry out an acid-base volumetric analysis.
90763 Solve simple quantitative chemical problems.
8941 Carry out gravimetric analyses.
External
90308 Describe the nature of structure and bonding in different substances.
90309 Describe the structural formulae and reactions of compounds containing selected organic functional groups.
90310 Describe thermochemical and equilibrium principles.
90311 Describe oxidation-reduction reactions.

Equivalent Unit Standards will also be available.

COURSE COSTS?
Lab manual (approx $20)

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Ms Aomarere

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COMPUTER STUDIES

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
You will learn to use computers efficiently for :
Word processing, databases, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, data communication including electronic
mail and combining information prepared using different parts of an integrated package.
You will learn : To retrieve, process, analyse, store
and present information.
To design and write simple computer programs.
WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Open entry.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
NZQA qualification : National Certificate in Computing Level 2 and 3.
HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
Practical and written tests, practical assignments and checklists. No examination, no homework.
When you sit an assessment you will be classed as "achieved" or "not achieved". If you are still learning, you will be able to "resit". A "resit" may mean taking all
or part of an equivalent but different test, or resubmitting an assessment. The time spent learning for a resit may mean missing some other topic but it will ensure that you can work at your own pace and earn credit for those units you complete.
Level 3 topic skills will only be assessed if you have passed level 2.
WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
If you qualify for a National Certificate in Computing
(NCC) Level 2, you will also have to pay a fee to the
New Zealand Qualifications Authority for the issue of a certificate.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Prasad
 

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DRAMA

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
To express ideas, feelings and human experience through movement, sound, image and role.
To learn, understand and accurately use drama elements and techniques.
To use drama elements and conventions to express myself, the people around me and the world in which I live.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Level 1 Drama, or by negotiation with TIC Drama.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 3 Drama, if established.

HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
You can gain up to 19 credits.
This course is completely internally assessed,
90299 Apply drama techniques in an improvised group context. (2 credits)
90300 Apply drama techniques in a group within a scripted context. (3 credits)
90301 Use elements and conventions to structure, record and perform devised drama. (4 credits)
90302 Apply knowledge of a drama/theatre form or period through performing a role in a presentation. (5 credits)
90303 Perform a substantial acting, technical or production role. (5 credits)

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
The cost of possible matinee performances, price to be advised at the time of each trip.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Hume or Miss Osgood

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ENGLISH UNIT STANDARDS

WHAT WILL I LEARN ?
This course builds on basic English language skills. The emphasis is on the core literacy, reading and writing skills. Unit Standards and Achievement Standards are used and the aim is to achieve in core skill areas.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE ?
Level 1 Unit Standard English.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO ?
NCEA Level 1-3.
Literacy requirements for L1/L2 NCEA.

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED ?
You can gain up to 24 credits.
Any teacher, depending on the class makeup, can teach a number of Unit and Achievement Standards.
The focus will be on the literacy requirements of the class.

COURSE COSTS ?
-

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Miss Osgood

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ENGLISH

WHAT WILL I LEARN ?
To develop creative writing skills.
To develop formal writing skills for different purposes.
To interpret and respond in-depth to ideas in novels, drama, film, short stories, poetry and non-fiction.
To prepare, present and interpret visual material relating to the literature studied.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Entry will be determined by the level of achievement you have gained in Year 11 English (16 credits Level 1 English - prerequisites 90053, 90057)
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO ?
University Entry - Literacy.
Level 3 English (NCEA Achievement Standards)
Level 3 Media Studies (NCEA Achievement Standards)
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
You can gain up to 22 credits.
Internal Assessment
90375 Produce crafted and developed creative writing. (3 credits)
90376 Produce crafted and developed formal transactional writing. (3 credits)
90374 Deliver a presentation using oral and visual language techniques. (3 credits)
US12905 Wide Reading (4 credits)
External Assessment
90377 Read, study and analyse extended written text. (3 credits)
90379 View, study and analyse a visual text. (3 credits)
90380 Read unfamiliar texts and analyse the ideas and language features. (3 credits)
COURSE COSTS ?
Level 2 English Workbook.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Miss Osgood
 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

FOOD TECHNOLOGY & NUTRITION

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Relationship between nutrition and health.
Food preparation and presentation.
To make wise food choices.
To use economical/seasonal foods.
Product development.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Some food preparation skills are an advantage.
English
Maths
Science helps.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 1-2 Achievement Standard credits.
Polytech courses in Catering/Hospitality.

ASSESSMENT FOR THIS COURSE INVOLVES?
Practical work
Research
A combination of Unit Standards and Achievement Standards at Level 2.

COURSE COSTS?
$80 per year.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Miss Hawkins

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GATEWAY

Gateway opens a new pathway from school to the world of work. It's a great opportunity to blend school study with workplace learning and experience. Units are assessed in the workplace, counting towards national qualifications.

GATEWAY - is being made available to senior school students.
- delivers hands-on practical learning that leads to nationally recognised qualifications.
- builds students' workplace experience, helping them move smoothly from school to work.
- is managed through delegated facilitators, customising the learning and selecting the students to
complement the employers' businesses.
- is coordinated and funded by the Tertiary Education Commission as part of the new tertiary education landscape.

BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Firstly, students must select an area of employment that they are interested in. For example - automotive, building, agriculture, retail, sport and recreation, forestry, catering, hospitality, early childhood. The student will be expected to study for qualifications in their chosen career path. This is usually in the form of Industry Unit Standards.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students are selected through an interview process with input from their Dean and classroom teachers. Main requirements are commitment, reliability, responsibility. In other words, the student should have a good work ethic and have a career path that they would like to follow.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Gateway helps students build their skills for employment, working in real workplaces on real tasks. It gives opportunities to try out potential careers and build links to ITOs, Modern Apprenticeships and workplaces. Not only can it lead to a qualification in the chosen career but students could gain employment or further training.

HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Students will be assessed mainly in their workplace by industry assessors. This requires the student to spend the equivalent of a school day in the workplace.

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
All costs are met by the school. They may also include the cost of transport as well as the cost of any specialist equipment required.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?

Ms Aomarere

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GEOGRAPHY

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Knowledge, skills and ideas relating to :
Natural Landscapes in New Zealand and South America
Urban Settlements in New Zealand and or Asia
Inequalities in Development - USA - Tanzania
Local area and Global Studies, Current geographic issues.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
12 credits in Geography including AS90205(Skills) or 14 credits in History and/or English, or HOD discretion.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
NCEA Level 3 Geography
Careers in:
Town planning Surveying
Travel tourism Hydrology
Planning Business Development
Civil Engineering Civil Service
Marketing
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal Assessment
AS90335 Carry out and present guided geographic research (5 credits)
AS90336 Explain a contemporary geographic issue and evaluate courses of action (3 credits)
AS90337 Explain a geographic topic at a global scale (3 credits)
US5091 Explain disparities in development
(4 credits)
External Assessment
AS90331 Explain a natural landscape (3 credits)
AS90332 Explain an urban settlement (3 credits)
AS90334 Apply skills and ideas with guidance in a geographic context (4 credits)
COURSE COSTS?
$30 - $35 for two field trips - Rangitikei Valley and
Palmerston North.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Boyadjieva

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GRAPHICS

WHAT WILL I LEARN ?
To develop the design process in solving a range of design problems.
To broaden and develop basic skills in drawing and presentation.
To interpret more complex design opportunities and communicate design solutions.
A general knowledge of the technical and technological aspects related to design and drawing work.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Recommendation by the Head of Department for this subject. Authorisation for entry will be determined by the level of achievement you have gained in Level 1 related subjects.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO ?
Further study at Level 3.
Opportunities for related studies at tertiary level and associated qualifications in units from the National Qualifications Framework.
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
90318 Produce 2D and 3D freehand sketches to show design ideas. (3 credits) Ext.
90319 Produce Orthographic drawings.(2 credits) Ext.
90320 Produce 2D and 3D instrumental drawings. (4 credits) Ext
90321 Describe and explain design and its implications for society. (3 credits) Ext
90322 Produce a mock-up and a model to explore design ideas. (3 credits) Int
90323 Design and present a solution for an architectural or or environmental brief. (3 credits) Int
90324 Design and present a solution for an Engineering or technological brief. (3 credits) Int
90325 Design and present a solution for a Media or technical illustration brief. (3 credits) Int
COURSE COSTS ? $30 for resource materials provided.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Collins
 

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HISTORY

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
You will study some of the major forces that have
shaped our modern world.
Nationalism, Revolution, Imperialism and the
Emergence of New Nations.
- Origins of World War One.
- Vietnam and the Conflict in Indo-China.
- The Russian Revolution.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
12 credits in History including AS90211 (Source interpretation) or 14 credits in English and/or Geography or HOD discretion.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
History Awards
NCEA Level 3 in History
Further study at tertiary level: Polytechnic and University. Careers in: Politics, Law, Teaching, Journalism, Advertising and Diplomatic Service.
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal Assessment
90465 Plan and carry out an historical inquiry (4 credits)
90466 Communicate historical ideas to demonstrate understanding of an historical context (4 credits)
90468 Examine perspectives and responses of and demonstrate empathy for people in an historical setting (4 credits)
External Assessment
90467 Examine evidence in historical sources (4 credits)
90469 Examine how a force or movement in an historical setting influenced people's lives, in an essay (4 credits)
90470 Examine individual or group identity in an historical setting in an essay. (4 credits)
COURSE COSTS?
Field trips to local events may incur costs.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Boyadjieva/Miss Luoni

KAPA HAKA

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Performance skills in a variety of elements of Kapa Haka.
Knowledge of a variety of elements of Kapa Haka.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
By interview and or audition.
Proven commitment to Kapa Haka.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS?
You are required to have been involved in Kapa Haka and been part of the performance
group in the previous year.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Te Wananga Aotearoa performing arts course.
Entertainment industry.
Kapa Haka tutor, along with Te Reo Maori, a teacher of Te Reo and Kapa Haka.

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
13359 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of waiata.
13367 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of poi.
13371 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of haka.
13363 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of waiata a ringa.

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
Costs for travelling to competitions and performances.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Whaea Moira

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MATHEMATICS

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
This course builds on and extends the work done at Level 1 as well as adding some new concepts.
In particular:
Functions and graphing skills
Trigonometry and straight line geometry
Sequences and series and their uses
An introduction to Calculus
Probability and Statistics
Algebra and equation solving
WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Achieved at least 16 credits in Level 1 Achievement Standards in particular the two Algebra standards 90147 and 90148. Entry will be decided by the HOD Mathematics in consultation with class teachers.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Up to 23 credits towards NCEA Level 2 .
NCEA Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus
NCEA Level 3 Statistics and Modelling
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal assessment
90291 Trigonometry (2 credits)
90289 Probability (2 credits)
90288 Statistical methods (3 credits)
External assessment
90284 Algebraic methods and equations (3 credits)
90285 Non linear Graphs (3 credits)
90286 Calculus (4 credits)
90287 Coordinate geometry (2 credits)
90290 Sequences and series (2 credits)
90292 Trigonometric Equations (2 credits)
Some level 2 Unit Standards will also be offered as
alternate assessments.

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
All students will be required to purchase a
NULAKE Level 2 workbook ($25).

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Maher

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MUSIC

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Performance Aural and musical works
Composition Theory
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Recommendation by the Head of Music for this subject to the Deputy Principal. Authorisation for entry will be determined by the level of achievement you have gained in Level 1 related subjects.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
You are required to be learning an instrument or singing either at school through the Instrumental Tuition programme, or privately.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
NCEA Level 2 and Level 3 Music.
Music at University, College of Education, Polytechnic.
Careers in the music industry.
A lifelong interest in music as a performer, composer and critical listener.
HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
Choose from the following standards:
Internal Assessment
US10655 Demonstrate developing music compositional skills through three music compositions (6 credits)
US16550 Demonstrate music performance skills before an audience by three pieces on a second instrument (8 credits)
US18818 Demonstrate developing musical aural recall and sight-reading skills (3 credits)
AS90013 Perform music as a member of a group (3 credits)
AS90264 Present contrasting performances as a featured soloist (5 credits)
AS90270 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of music works (5 credits)
FEES FOR INSTRUMENTAL TUITION
Tuition - $100 per year
Instrument hire - $100 per year
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Smart
 

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MEDIA STUDIES

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
To develop an active interest in and
appreciation of the media.
To develop a critical awareness and understanding
of the media.
To develop production skills in a variety of media.

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Level 1 NCEA English Achievement Standards.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 2 and Level 3 Media Studies, Media Studies at University, College of Education, Polytechnic.

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal Assessment
90277 Close read unfamiliar media text. (3 credits)
90280 Explain the use of narrative conventions in media text. (3 credits)
90282 Utilise technology in the production of a media product. (3 credits)
90765 Design and produce a media product and evaluate the process used to create the product (6 credits)
External Assessment
90279 Undertake a media genre study. (3 credits)

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
Nil

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Fitzpatrick

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Adventure leadership - analysing and implementing leadership styles.
Risk management - completing a RAMs form.
Super 14 - the impact of a sporting event on society.
Biomechanics - the study of forces, internal and external, on the body.
Anatomy - bones, muscles, joints and their movements.
Fitness studies - components of fitness, training principals and methods.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• 16 credits, or higher, in Level 1 PE, prerequisite 90068.
• Recommendation by the HOD, if Level 1 is not gained. This will be based upon effort, participation, organisation and work habits displayed during the Level 1 course.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
NCEA Level 3.
Senior sports course.
Study of Physical Education, health and sport, recreation and leisure at Polytechnics.
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
90439 Risk management.
90438 Adventure leadership.
90437 Me, You, Society and the Super 14.
90436 Demonstrate performance in two contrasting
physical activities.
90433 Theory into practice.
90434 Bigger, faster, stronger.
2.4 Circus.
WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
Work book - $30. Camp costs - approx $170.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Ms Hawkins
 

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PHYSICS

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Sound and light waves, optics. Inside the atom.
Experimental techniques. Electricity and magnetism.
The study of motion and forces.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Level 1 NCEA: 11 Science credits incl. 90186 and 90191 and Maths 90149 or 90150 or recommendation by the Head of Department.
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO ?
Level 3 Physics.
Technology and technicians courses at Polytechnic and University.
Engineering, Radiology, Physiotherapy, Medicine, NZ Air Force, Design Technology, Computer Engineering and many other opportunities.
HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Internal Assessment
90252 Collect and analyse experimental data. (4 credits)
90258 Demonstrate understanding of physics in an integrated context (3 credits)
External Assessment
90254 Demonstrate an understanding of phenomena, concepts, principles and relationships, related to waves (4 credits)
90255 Demonstrate understanding of mechanics. (6 credits)
90256 Demonstrate understanding of atoms and radioactivity (2 credits) (Optional)
90257 Demonstrate understanding of DC electricity and electromagnetic effects. (5 credits)
Equivalent Unit Standards will also be available.
COURSE COSTS?
Course manual - approx.$25.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Whitcombe
 

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SPORT & RECREATION

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Leadership, teamwork, cooperation, participation,
social responsibility.
Outdoor education and pursuits.
Adventure-based learning initiatives.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Taken on your grades in Level 1.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Further study or career opportunities in physical education, health, sport, recreation, leisure and
outdoor education.

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
Transport and activity costs, including camp, approx $150.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Ms Hawkins or Miss Moratti

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TECHNOLOGY HARD MATERIALS - METAL

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Students in this course will complete a variety of unit standards and practical projects.
The Level 2 Technology course contributes 23 credits towards the Level 2 NCEA and is divided into the following units of work:
2430 Engineering Sketching (4 credits)
2432 Geometric Plane Construction (3 credits)
20917 Engineering Materials (2 credits)
2395 Engineering Hand Tools (4 credits)
4433 Simple Measuring Devices (2 credits)
4435 Engineering Measuring Equipment (3 credits)
4436 Engineering Marking-out Tools (4 credits)
21911 Engineering Worksite Safety (1 credit)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Level 1 Metal.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
A career in the engineering industry.

HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Students will follow a course of standards in a practical and theory based study that is designed to allow acceptance into an apprenticeship into any of the trades.

COURSE COSTS?
$80

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Collins

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TEXTILES & DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Fabric studies
Fashion drawing
Pattern imperatives
Professional finish
Study of a designer
Design elements and principles
Fabric choice

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Level 1 or good standard of sewing skills.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Unit Standard Credits
Polytech courses
Certificate of Fashion Design and Clothing
Diploma Fashion/Textile Design

ASSESSMENT FOR THIS COURSE INVOLVES?
A combination of Unit Standards Level 2

COURSE COSTS?
$80 per year.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Ms Hawkins

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TE REO MAORI

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
To understand and use Maori in the more formal situations of local customs and culture.
To read and write Maori fluently on cultural themes.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Recommendation by the Head of Department. Authorisation for entry will be determined by the level of achievement you have gained in Level 1 related subjects.

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Year 12 Maori Award
Level 3 Maori
HOD Maori Entertainer
Minister of Maori Affairs Maori Radio
Polytechnic courses using Maori KuraKaupapa Teacher
Lecturer
University Degree in Maori
Kohanga Reo Teacher

ASSESSMENT FOR THIS COURSE INVOLVES?
Internal assessment
90449 Listening - Whakarongo (6 credits)
90440 Speaking - Korero (6 credits)
External assessment
90441 Reading - Panui (6 credits)
90448 Writing - Tuhituhi (6 credits)

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
Cost of Noho Marae.

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Ratana

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TECHNOLOGY HARD MATERIALS - WOOD

TECHNOLOGY
HARD MATERIALS - WOOD

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Students in this course will follow the entry level of the BCATS skills pathway and will complete the following minimum requirements:
24354 Safe working Level 2.
24357 Communication.
24358 Quality check.
12927 Construction hand tools.
24350 Portable power tools.
12935 Timber deck.
24361 Maths processes.
22129 Fence and gate.
24360 Timber and materials.
24353 Sketches and drawings.

WHAT COULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
BCATS - Entry Level 1

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Year 13 Academy.

HOW IS THIS COURSE ASSESSED?
Students will follow a course of standards in a practical and theory based study that is designed to allow acceptance into an apprenticeship into any of the trades.

COURSE COSTS? $80

WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Kingi

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