7–10Aquatic Technology 7–10 Syllabus

Investigate the different types of animals present in a range of aquatic environments

Investigate and describe the interrelationship between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and aquatic animals

Examine the differences in anatomy and physiology of a range of aquatic vertebrates and invertebrates

Describe the physical characteristics and migratory patterns of aquatic animals such as mammals, fish, sharks and birds

Investigate the use of technologies to track the movements of aquatic animals

Analyse data about the movement of aquatic animals to explain how environmental factors influence migratory patterns

Explain the threats facing aquatic animals including species decline, and explain the policies, actions and technologies used to protect them

Investigate and describe the interrelationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and aquatic plants

Classify the main types of aquatic plants

Outline the role of aquatic plants as producers in ecosystems

Explain the threats facing aquatic plants, and explain the policies, actions and technologies being used to protect them

Identify and classify the 2 main types of plankton and their characteristics

Explain the importance of plankton in aquatic ecosystems

Classify and identify dangerous aquatic creatures and the type(s) of threat they pose

Investigate the differences in anatomy and physiology of dangerous aquatic creatures

Outline common types of injury caused by different dangerous aquatic creatures and the required first aid procedures and treatments

Identify signs of aggression in dangerous aquatic creatures and avoidance techniques when around them