Year 9 Course Information

Students have the opportunity to develop and enrich their understanding of natural and processed materials, the physical world and the living world. In addition to and incorporated within these learning strands, students also gain experience with and develop skills in the processes of investigation of scientific principles, scientific research and multimedia presentations.

Semester one - general information Safety in the science labs Books & equipment Assessment tasks Week by week outline	Semester two - general information Safety in the science labs Books & equipment Assessment tasks Week by week outline
Topics The study of science Ecosystems, Photosynthesis and Respiration The Periodic Table	Topics Light Chemical Change Responding and Controlling
Practical work Semester one prac booklet	Practical work Semester two prac booklet
Worksheets  Semester one worksheet booklet	Worksheets    Semester two worksheet booklet
Research project Information Suggestions for topics Planning form Research checklist How to cite and write a bibliography Assessment criteria Hot tips for getting an A+	Multi-media presentation Information Planning form Assessment criteria