Industrial Technology - Metal
The Metal focus area provides opportunities for students to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills in relation to the metal and associated industries.
The specific areas of study include:
- sheet metal products
- metal machining projects
- fabricated projects
- bench fitting products
Research and theory components develop deeper knowledge and understanding of materials, tools and techniques related to metal.
Projects will promote the sequential development of skills and reflect an increasing degree of student autonomy as they progress through the course.
Industrial Technology - Timber
The Timber focus area provides opportunities for students to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills in relation to the timber and associated industries.
The specific areas of study include
- furniture items
- storage and transportation products
- small stepladders
Research and theory components develop deeper knowledge and understanding of materials, tools and techniques related to timber.
Projects will promote the sequential development of skills and reflect an increasing degree of student autonomy as they progress through the course.
Information and Software Technology Years 7–10
This course provides students with the opportunity to develop computational, systems and design thinking skills through the development of practical projects. The course provides students with specialised knowledge of past, current and advancing technologies, data, hardware, software and the roles of people involved in information and software technology. Students explore developments and future directions in the exciting and challenging field of information and software technology. The course fosters an interest in, enjoyment of and encourages critical reflection of information and software technology as an integral part of modern society.
The Information and Software Technology Years 7–10 course includes Life Skills outcomes and content for students with disability.
Food Technology
Food Technology in Year 9
Food Technology in Year 9 is an elective course that covers the course focus of Food Selection and Health, Food in Australia and Food for Special Needs. Students demonstrate hygienic handling of food to ensure safe and appealing food products. They justify food choices by analysing the factors that influence eating habits. Students select and employ a range of appropriate techniques and equipment for a variety of food specific purposes. They also examine the relationship between food, technology and society.
Food Technology in Year 10
Food Technology in Year 10 is divided into two courses, Food for Special Occasions and Food Service and Catering. All Food Technology Students complete both courses, studying each topic for one semester each. Food Service and Catering allows students to experience some components of the Hospitality Course. Not only do they demonstrate hygienic food handling to ensure safe and appealing food products appropriate for catering, they examine aspects of food service and catering ventures and employment, within the sector and across a variety of settings. They also have the opportunity to complete a TAFE Introductory Barista Course, for an additional cost. Food for Special Occasions explores a range of special occasions including Social, Cultural, Religious, Historical and family. It also examines the elements of food preparation and production involved in small and large scale catering. Students plan and prepare safe food, demonstrating appropriate food handling and presentation skills.
Design and Technology
Studying Design Technology teaches you to:
- Be creative
- Solve real problems
- Learn skills that to use in a future job
- Learn about materials, processes and tools
- Make a finished product to take home
- Broaden your mind about the world and people
Design and Technology is a practical, design based course in which you can learn to design and make anything from a whole range of materials
Content
Projects can involve the following:
Product Design – create products such as lamps, speakers and 3D printed objects.
Fashion Design – learn a range of skills including fashion drawing, fabric dyeing and printing techniques, and construction techniques to create fashion accessories and garments.
Architectural Projects – design indoor and outdoor spaces
Food Development and Production – design new food and drink products. Package, market and sell your food creations.
Graphic Design and Marketing – develop your skills using photography and ICT to create your own marketing materials including posters and flat lay magazine images.
Jewellery Design and Manufacture – produce jewellery accessories using techniques such as mould making,resin and pewter casting.
Costume and Set Design – design and make your own costume, props and set designs.
Interior Design – design and produce your own soft furnishings while investigating the world of interior design.
Drawing and Rendering – learn fashion drawing, drawing for interiors through perspective and other technical drawing techniques.
