Extension Science
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| Subject Name: | Extension Science |
| Level of Study: | Year 10 |
| Length of Course: | Semester or Year |
| Mandatory / Elective: | Elective |
Pre-requisites
No pre-requisites
What will be in the course?
Extension Science is for those students who have a developing interest and passion for Science. The course will run adjunct to the mandatory Science course to expand into topic areas beyond the scope of this course. Students will be encouraged to:
- Develop observational and research skills
- Improve their use of scientific language in verbal and written communication
- Increase their understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Issues
- Develop and improve lateral thinking and problem-solving skills
- Develop their understanding of the interrelationships within the sciences
- Develop an understanding of the interrelationships between Science and Technology
The course includes a core of knowledge but has a strong emphasis on scientific discovery, interpretation and application to a wide range of problems.
Potential topics include:
- Practical Science
- Forensic Science
- Cosmology
- Qualitative Analysis
- Cells
- Relativity
- Molecular Gastronomy