The Year 7 and 8 technology mandatory course enables students to develop a way of thinking and doing to create quality solutions to everyday problems, opportunities and needs. Students work through a design process to develop and realise ideas, manage resources and processes and evaluate technology and design, including social and environmental consequences.
In both Year 7 and 8, students study a variety of units. Each unit is designed to introduce students to working with different materials and technologies while still developing design and communication skills.
The units that may be studied include:
Year 7
Technologies:
- Food
- Graphics
- Mixed materials
- Timber
Practical projects:
- Nutritious breakfast foods
- Logos and stationery products
- Wooden box
- Up-cycled products
Theory components:
- Work, health and safety (WHS) and risk assessment
- Designing, planning and evaluation
- Correct use of tools/utensils
- Communication and presentation skills
- Problem solving
Year 8
Technologies:
- Graphics
- Mixed materials
- Textiles
- Timber
Practical projects:
- Tie dye/applique cushions
- Personal items made with a 3D printer such as jewellery or a phone case
- Timber clock
- Up-cycled products
Theory components:
- Work, health and safety (WHS) and risk assessment
- Designing, planning and evaluation
- Correct use of tools/utensils
- Communication and presentation skills
- Problem solving
Equipment needed: Black leather enclosed shoes, plastic display folder, USB, apron and hat (for cooking units)
Course fees: $45 per year
Download the Year 7 and 8 assessment schedule (DOCX 17KB) for more information.