Sace business and enterprise stage 2

Stage 2 Subject Preferences for 2013
Please find potential subject choices for Stage 2 2013.
Student
preferences on this form will be used to
define
a
definitive
subj
ect list for 2013
from which
students
will make final subject selections.
Depending on the
specified
student preferences, subjects
will be combined into timetabling blocks (impacting on student choice) and some of these subjects may not
be able to be offered due to timetabl
ing
restrictions
or
lacking
interest.
Please
mark one of these options:
I plan to study 4 subjects in Year 12 in 2013 (mainstream Year 12)
I plan to be in the Work
Ready program.
I plan to leave school at the end of Year 11
If you plan to study
mainstream Year 12 next year:
o
Circle 1 item from each column
below
(Circle 4 subjects and one study line)
o
If you are not sure which subject you would like to study, circle ‘not sure’.
Remember, this is not your subject selections for next
year;
it’s just a
starting point for us to get an idea of
what you’re interested in studying.
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2
3
4
5
Biology
Agriculture
Business and Enterprise
English Communications
Maths
S
tudies
Economics
History
Chemistry
English Studies
Maths Apps
Physical Education/
PE Integrated
L
earning
Physics
Health
Integrated Learning
Information Processing
& Publishing
Child Studies
Visual Art
Psychology
Community
Studies
Communication
P
roducts
Study Line
Study Line
Study Line
Study Line
Study Line
Not Sure
Not Sure
Not
Sure
Not Sure
Not Sure
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Stage 2 Subjects 2013
Agriculture Stage 2
–
2AHM20
–
This subject focuses on the efficient management of agricultural and horticultural
activities.
Students learn about the management of plant and animal systems, including production practices, planning and decision
-
making,
physical and financial record
-
keeping, marketing methods, and the care and maintenance of local environments.
Biology
Stage 2
–
2BIG20
-
Students learn about the cellular structures and functions of a range of organisms. They have the
opportunity to engage with the work of biologists and to join and initiate debates about how biology impacts on their lives,
society,
and
the environment. Students design, conduct, and gather evidence from their biological investigations. As they explore a range
of
relevant issues, students recognise that the body of biological knowledge is constantly changing and increasing through the
appl
ication of new ideas and technologies.
Business and Enterprise Stage 2
–
2BUE20
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Students learn about the successful management of business and enterprise
in personal, business, and social contexts, on a local, national, and global scale. They gain knowle
dge and understanding of
business operations, develop financial and technological skills, participate in planning, developing, and controlling busines
s
activities, and evaluate decisions on business practices. Students assess the impact and effects of busi
ness, enterprise, and
technology on the economy, environment, and the well
-
being and lifestyle of individuals and communities.
Chemistry Stage 2
–
2CME20
-
Students study the matter that makes up materials, and the properties, uses, means of
production, an
d reactions of these materials. They undertake a critical study of the social and environmental impact of materials
and chemical processes. Students consider how human beings make use of the earth's resources and the impact of human
activities on the envir
onment. They develop investigation skills, and an understanding of the physical world that enables them to be
questioning, reflective, and critical thinkers.
Child Studies Stage 2
–
2CSD20
-
This subject focuses on children's growth and development from co
nception to eight years.
Students critically examine attitudes and values about parenting and care
-
giving, and gain an understanding of the growth and
development of children. They develop a variety of research, management, and practical skills, and work i
ndependently and
collaboratively to achieve common goals. Students investigate contemporary issues that are relevant to children and their
development.
Communication Products Stage 2
–
2CCA
20
-
Students identify creates, initiates, and develops products, p
rocesses, or
systems. They learn to use tools, materials, and systems safely and competently to complete a product. Students explore
technologies in both contemporary and historical settings, and analyse the impacts of technology, including social, environ
mental,
and sustainable consequences. In this focus area, students use images, sounds, or other data to design and make products that
communicate information. Contexts include computer
-
aided programs, graphics, multimedia, photography, or web
-
design.
Community Studies Stage 2
–
2AAY20
-
Students learn in a community context and interact with teachers, peers, and
community members. They decide the focus of their community activity, which begins from a point of personal interest, skill,
or
knowledge. By
setting challenging and achievable goals in their community activity, students enhance their skills and
understandings in a guided and supported learning program. They develop their capability to work independently and to apply t
heir
skills and knowledge i
n practical ways in their community.
Economics Stage 2
–
2EMS20
-
Students learn how an economy operates, the structure of economic systems and the way in
which they function. Students develop an understanding of different economic systems and institutions
, and can assess the degree
to which these systems and institutions help satisfy people's needs and wants. They become aware that economic decisions are
not value
-
free and have outcomes that may be inconsistent with social, moral, and ethical values. Stude
nts research, analyse,
evaluate, and apply economic models that are expressed in graphical and/or diagrammatic form. They make forecasts about
economic change and evaluate issues for individuals and groups in local, national, and global settings.
English S
tudies Stage 2
–
2END20
-
Students analytically read a range of extended texts and a number of shorter texts from
past, contemporary, and everyday contexts. They focus on the skills and strategies of critical thinking needed to interpret t
exts.
Through a s
hared and individual study of texts, they have opportunities to exchange and develop ideas, find evidence to support a
personal view, and learn to construct logical and convincing arguments. Students who complete 20 credits of this subject with
a C
grade o
r better will meet the literacy requirement of the SACE.
English Communications Stage 2
–
2ECS20
-
This subject focuses on the development of English skills, and in particular
the communication process. Students learn to recognise the conventions of
different text types and contexts. They consider the role
of language in communication between individuals, groups and organisations. By reading, writing, viewing, listening and speak
ing,
and through the use of information and communication technologies, s
tudents develop literacy skills in a broad range of contexts.
Students who complete 20 credits of this subject with a C grade or better will meet the literacy requirement of the SACE.