Hagley Community College

13 Earth and Space Science (13ESS)

13ESS

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Adam Pamplin.

Recommended Prior Learning

Open Entry

There is a substantial writing component to this course

13 Earth and Space Science

This course builds on knowledge from the previous year and focuses on more complicated Earth systems, such as atmospheric circulation and ocean currents. We'll relate these systems to observable daily phenomena. This course can lead on to tertiary science study in geology, astronomy or physics.

Course Components

Geological evidence and dating geological events
Systems affecting oceans and atmosphere
Astronomical exo-planet detection methods
Explore an ocean systems topic that affects society

Course Overview

Term 1
Complete an internal investigation of the evidence related to dating geological events.

Term 2
Demonstrate understanding of processes in the atmosphere system for an external exam and complete an investigation of an aspect of astronomy for an internal assessment.

Term 3
Learn about processes in the ocean system for an external exam.

Term 4
Revision and external exams.

Learning Areas:

Science

Assessment Information

Possible Credits
External - 8 credits
Internal - 8 credits