Year 10 subject descriptions

Commerce

This subject develops a basis for successful study in Years 11 and 12 by covering business management, marketing and small business organisations.

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Computer Studies

This subject provides students with background knowledge for entry into the Year 11 Information Systems subject. The topics covered include an introduction to general computing concepts, computer operation, computer applications, word processing, the history of computing, problem solving, algorithm design, and an introduction to programming.  Approximately 50% of the subject involves practical work.

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English

The English as a Second Language (ESL)/English Language subject is designed to develop and improve the student’s competence and confidence in the use of the English language. The subject is also designed to make students familiar with the texts, tasks and processes needed for successful study at Year 11 level. There is an emphasis on speaking and listening, as well as reading and writing skills. These skills are developed through presentation of materials that accelerate a student’s knowledge of past and present Australian culture. Overall, the subject focuses on improving a student’s ability to be able to communicate effectively in an Australian setting.

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Mathematics

This subject covers trigonometry, analytical geometry, functions equations, graphing algebraic and trigonometric functions, index laws, problem solving, and probability and statistics.

The subject provides a strong general grounding for the Year 11 mathematics subjects including Foundations of Mathematics, Introductory Calculus, and Geometry and Trigonometry.

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Science

This course is aimed at an introduction to stimulate students’ interest and motivate them to continue further study at year eleven level in specialist areas. The subject is designed specifically to introduce the topics needed for the current Year 11 subjects relevant to these subject areas. The course overview includes basics in the major areas of Chemistry, Physics, and Biological Sciences, and allows students the opportunity to carry out scientific investigations in their practical work.

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Social Studies

The syllabus covers world environmental issues, specialisation and the economy, Western Australia: yesterday and today, and a broad overview of Australia : its past and its future as a country in the South East Asian region.

The subject will promote skills and content associated with lower school objectives related to Year 11 subjects in the social sciences. As many of the students will differ in their abilities and command of the English language, the syllabus outline is sufficiently general to allow the teacher to  adapt the subject as deemed most suitable for effective individual learning.

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