Unit 1 Mathematical Methods
This unit begins with a review of the basic algebraic concepts and techniques required for a successful introduction to the study of calculus. The basic trigonometric functions are then introduced. Simple relationships between variable quantities are …
Unit 1 | Mathematical Methods | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
Unit 2 Mathematical Methods
The algebra section of this unit focuses on exponentials and logarithms. Their graphs are examined and their applications in a wide range of settings are explored. Arithmetic and geometric sequences are introduced and their applications are studied. Rates …
Unit 2 | Mathematical Methods | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
Unit 2 General Mathematics
This unit has three topics: ‘Univariate data analysis and the statistical investigation process’, ‘Linear equations and their graphs’; and ‘Applications of trigonometry’. ‘ Univariate data analysis and the statistical investigation process’ develops …
Unit 2 | General Mathematics | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
Unit 4 General Mathematics
This unit has three topics: ‘Time series analysis’; ‘ Loans, investments and annuities’ and ‘Networks and decision mathematics’. ‘Time series analysis’ continues students’ study of statistics by introducing them to the concepts and techniques of time …
Unit 4 | General Mathematics | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
Unit 4: The Modern World since 1945 Modern History
This unit examines some significant and distinctive features of the modern world within the period 1945 – 2010, in order to build students’ understanding of the contemporary world - that is, why we are here at this point in time. These include changes …
Unit 4: The Modern World since 1945 | Modern History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
Structure of Ancient History Ancient History
Units In Ancient History, students study the key institutions, structures and features of ancient societies and develop a broader and deeper comprehension of the origins, impact and legacy of ideas, beliefs and values of the ancient world. The Ancient …
Structure of Ancient History | Ancient History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
Rationale/Aims Biology
Rationale Biology is the study of the fascinating diversity of life as it has evolved and as it interacts and functions. Investigation of biological systems and their interactions, from cellular processes to ecosystem dynamics, has led to biological knowledge …
Rationale/Aims | Biology | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
Representation of Cross-curriculum priorities Ancient History
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures is addressed in this subject through the investigation of sites of significance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and the preservation and conservation of those sites. Students …
Representation of Cross-curriculum priorities | Ancient History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
Rationale General Mathematics
Mathematics is the study of order, relation and pattern. From its origins in counting and measuring it has evolved in highly sophisticated and elegant ways to become the language now used to describe many aspects of the world in the twenty-first century. …
Rationale | General Mathematics | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
Structure of Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods
Mathematical Methods is organised into four units. The topics broaden students’ mathematical experience and provide different scenarios for incorporating mathematical arguments and problem solving. The units provide a blending of algebraic and geometric …
Structure of Mathematical Methods | Mathematical Methods | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
Structure of Specialist Mathematics Specialist Mathematics
Specialist Mathematics is structured over four units. The topics in Unit 1 broaden students’ mathematical experience and provide different scenarios for incorporating mathematical arguments and problem solving. The unit provides a blending of algebraic …
Structure of Specialist Mathematics | Specialist Mathematics | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
Representation of Cross-curriculum priorities Geography
While the significance of the cross-curriculum priorities for Geography varies, there are opportunities for teachers to select contexts that incorporate the key concepts from each priority. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures Students …
Representation of Cross-curriculum priorities | Geography | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
Rationale Specialist Mathematics
Rationale Mathematics is the study of order, relation and pattern. From its origins in counting and measuring it has evolved in highly sophisticated and elegant ways to become the language now used to describe much of the modern world. Statistics is concerned …
Rationale | Specialist Mathematics | Mathematics | Senior secondary curriculum
ACEEA129
using rules of politeness in SAE for everyday situations, for example, through acknowledging the speaker when being spoken to, interacting with a range of participants, entering and exiting conversations, making email contact or using protocols in social …
ACEEA129 | Content Descriptions | Bridging Unit 2 | English as an Additional Language or Dialect | English | Senior secondary curriculum
ACHAH228
Zhang Jue and The Way of Great Peace campaign, the Yellow Turban Rebellion of AD 184 and its suppression; the north-western rebellion in the Liang province: the consequent social and economic disruption
ACHAH228 | Content Descriptions | Unit 3: People, Power and Authority | Ancient History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
ACHMH026
The significant political, social and constitutional changes brought about by the American Revolution, for example: the separation of powers; treatment of the opponents of the new republic; losses during the war; and the emergence of the Federal syst …
ACHMH026 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1: Understanding the Modern World | Modern History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
ACHMH067
The post-war changes in social conditions affecting women, for example birth control with the introduction of the contraceptive pill; improved pay and employment opportunities; affirmative action; campaigns against violence, war and discrimination and …
ACHMH067 | Content Descriptions | Unit 2: Movements for Change in the 20th century | Modern History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
ACHMH083
The key developments over time in the independent country, for example increasing urbanisation, and matters related to governance (single party or democratic representation), internal security, social equality, and independent foreign policy
ACHMH083 | Content Descriptions | Unit 2: Movements for Change in the 20th century | Modern History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
ACHMH169
The significance of the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976) as a continuing attempt to organise Chinese social and economic life and to suppress dissent, and the implications for groups within China, including rural peasants and political dissidents
ACHMH169 | Content Descriptions | Unit 3: Modern Nations in the 20th century | Modern History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum
ACHMH193
An overview, as background information, of the impact of World War II on Australia and Asia, including the significance of the fall of Singapore, the political and social impact of the war with Japan, the increasing regional involvement of the United …
ACHMH193 | Content Descriptions | Unit 4: The Modern World since 1945 | Modern History | Humanities and Social Sciences | Senior secondary curriculum