School - Upper School Subjects

The Year 11 Geography unit is based on four distinct areas of study, with each one lasting for approximately one term.

• Geomorphic Studies: A study of plate tectonic theory, earthquakes, volcanoes, land forming processes, erosion, weathering and coastal features. A full day excursion will explore the local coastline.
• Atmospheric Studies: A study of the water cycle, the heat budget, reading weather maps, explaining weather and climate patterns and atmospheric circulation.
• World Biomes: A study of ecosystems - with specific attention to the tropical rain forest and the jarrah/tuart forest ecosystems. This will include a full day excursion to the jarrah forest.
• Patterns of Development:  A comparison between the developed and the less developed nations of the world.

Students will also learn skills in map reading, fieldwork, photographic interpretation and the interpretation of tables, statistics and diagrams.  In each case, the emphasis is on the impact of people upon the environment.  The aim is for students to become much more environmentally aware, while at the same time recognising the need for development.  Fieldwork is a compulsory part of the course, with a minimum of two days required per year.

Year 11 – D305

Prerequisite:  Working at Level 5 or 6 in some S&E Outcomes in Year 10.

Homework / Home Study Requirements:  A minimum of 3 hours per week.

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