Technologies

Design Technologies enables students to learn real world skills and knowledge, both in traditional and contemporary technologies. We aim to develop skills and knowledge in traditional and STEM orientated projects which provide students with a valuable platform to pursue careers in industry through apprenticeships and or university pathways. Students manage projects independently and collaboratively from conception to realisation. They apply design and systems thinking and design processes to investigate ideas, generate and refine ideas, plan, produce and evaluate designed solutions.

Design and Technologies Introductory

This course offers a hands-on approach for students. Students work in the workshops on a variety of introductory projects revolving around wood, metal and engineering. Students will start to develop skills and knowledge in design, hand skills, workshop safety and reading and interpreting plans. The course runs for a semester

Engineering

Students learn engineering principles, then demonstrate their understanding and application of them with their projects. They consider and interpret a design brief, discover a range of research skills, devise methods to develop concepts, and then plan and communicate proposed solutions to the design brief. They then produce their ideas and evaluate them against set criteria determining the success of the solution identifying any recommendations for further improvement. When developing solutions, students will have the opportunity to experience 3D printers, laser cutters and more traditional based workshop tools and equipment. The course will develop problem-solving skills, creativity, engineering design, critical thinking, and collaboration skills.

Metalwork

The Metalwork course aims to develop students’ confidence, creativity, enterprise and employability skills through the design and creation of metal projects. Initially students gradually progress from direct instruction to completing set projects independently. Students critically evaluate existing designs based on their form, function, cost and aesthetics; they will be introduced to formal drawing techniques and 3D sketching so that they can develop and communicate their own ideas and plans. In addition, they will use computer aided drawing software to assist in the design of their projects. A major focus is on developing students design thinking and problem solving skills to enable them to become independent and autonomous learners.

Woodwork

The Woodwork course aims to develop students’ creativity, enterprise and employability skills through the design and creation of timber projects. Students critically evaluate existing designs based on their form, function, cost and aesthetics; they will be introduced to formal drawing techniques and 3D sketching so that they can develop and communicate their own ideas and plans. In addition, they will use computer aided drawing software to assist in the design of their projects. A major focus is on developing students’ design thinking and problem solving skills to enable them to become independent and autonomous learners.

Materials Design and Technology – Metal

The focus for this course is design and production fundamentals. Students are introduced to principles and practices of design, fundamentals of design and to manufacture metal products for themselves. They learn to communicate various aspects of the design process within the structure of making their product. Throughout the process, students learn about materials, including their origins, classifications, properties and suitability for purpose. Students are introduced to relevant technology processes, machine and hand tools skills including computer aided drawing (CAD) and computer aided manufacturing (CAM). Students work in a defined environment and learn to use a variety of relevant technologies safely and effectively.

Materials Design and Technology - Wood

Using a range of technologies, materials, tools and processes you will plan, develop and construct your own quality projects. You will also gain an awareness of how workers in today’s Woodworking industry need to have an awareness of sustainability and meet community and environmental responsibilities.

You will develop and practise highly transferable skills that will help you pursue a career in a wide range of trades and services.

Food Specialisation

All students complete the semester-long Year 8 Food Specialisation Introductory Course. They will learn a range of cooking skills and produce work both independently and collaboratively in a small group to produce recipes. Students will understand the basis of a healthy diet and design and produce two personalised recipes across the semester.

In Year 9 and 10, students are able to elect the Food Specialisation course. This year-long course includes two main units of work, such as Cafe Culture, Food for Health, Hospitality, and Cooking Around the World. Students will where students will immerse themselves in a range of culture and cooking techniques, develop an awareness of careers in food production and hospitality, and continue to build their repertoire of production and cooking skills and develop knowledge on topics such as food plating, sustainability and nutrition, and modifying recipes for healthy eating.

Food Science and Technology

Upper school students are able to elect to study Food Science and Technology, where they will learn bout safe handling of food, mise-en place, precision cutting skills, functions of nutrients in the diet, nutrition-related health conditions and the sensory and physical properties of food. Students work with a range of food, adapt recipes and apply the technology process to investigate, devise, produce and evaluate food products. This course is ideal for students seeking a pathway in the hospitality industry.

Children, Family and the Community

Upper school students may elect to study Children, Family and the Community, where they will learn about human development and the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. This course is ideal for those seeking careers in education, childcare, community services, and health.

structured in a way to ensure students are exposed to contemporary technologies to enable them to be effective digital citizens with strong computer literacy which is transferable across all learning areas.

Digital Technologies are important for those who will study or work with computers, those who desire a general knowledge of computers, coding, robotics and for those who are interested in computer science, cyber security or digital design as it applies to these unique fields of employment.

Digital Technologies

In Year 7 and Year 8, learning in Digital Technologies focuses on further developing understanding and skills in computational thinking, such as decomposing problems, foundation programming in Scratch and C, understanding how to be a positive digital citizen, and engaging students with a wider range of information systems as they broaden their experiences and involvement in national, regional, and global activities. Students will be exposed to activities including School Network Audits, MBot Programming, Scratch Game Design, Arduino Programming, using Microsoft Office across the curriculum, and a uniquely tailored STEM investigation project.

Robotics and Digital Systems

The Year 9 Robotics & Digital Systems course focuses on further developing understandings and skills in computational thinking. Students will explore a range of data collection methods and learn to apply algorithmic design skills and use both hardware and software to create digital products such as environmentally sustainable solutions, interactive applications and smart device by working individually and in teams. You will also get to use robots and develop phone apps exploring the Internet of Things (IoT) to control various modules, including Smart Home technology and robotic security devices.

The Year 10 Robotics and Digital Systems course focuses on further developing understandings and skills in computational thinking such as precisely and accurately describing problems and the use of modular approaches to solutions. The focus is the creation of web assets, website design, and robotics industry relevant products such as the design and digital marketing of a children’s robotic toy and production of a robotic limb to aid in quality of life. Students also consider how human interaction with networked systems introduces complexities surrounding access to and the security and privacy of various types of data as they design and prototype networks and hardware applications using Arduino and Raspberry Pi. Students will also have the opportunity to learn 3D modelling and 3D print to produce their custom robotics parts.

Certificate III Information Digital Media and Technology (Cyber Security)

In Year 11 and Year 12 students have an opportunity to complete the nationally recognised VET Qualification: Certificate III Information Digital Media and Technology with a specialisation of units focused on Cyber Security. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in a range of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) roles, including basic cyber awareness, generalist IT support services, systems administration, and networking.

Students will be studying a variety of Information and Cyber Security contexts that will prepare them for a future career or study pathway in Information Technology and Cyber Security.

• Risk Assessment and Management
• Threat Management
• IT System Configuration and Administration
• IT Device Security Configuration
• Simulated Network Attacks and Mitigation