Technology Faculty

 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

 

Year 7 Computing Skills

All Year 7 students study computing for one term. They will cover:

• Microsoft Word - fonts, style, page setup and layout, inserting  graphics
• Microsoft Excel - simple formulas, simulation problems
• Microsoft Powerpoint - formatting, graphics, animation, movie & sound clips
• The Internet - safety/personal, history, search techniques, viruses, online publications
• Keyboarding skills - self-paced typing tutor using learn2type online program, home keys and speed development
• Photo editor – edit photographs use effects and tools
• Photostory – slide show using photographs, graphics, effects and transitions with background music
• Flash – online flash tutorial

Year 8 Computing

This course enables students to further their skills in computing and is an excellent bridge to senior units. Students will increase their experience in desktop publishing, word processing, use of the Internet and, depending on the individual, web design and animation. It is not necessary to complete this course if students wish to complete computing in Year 9 and 10.

Year 9 Computing

This course is designed for students who wish to increase their knowledge of computer applications, and to design and construct web sites. This provides excellent preparation for students to achieve a nationally recognised qualification, the Certificate I in Information Technology that can be completed in Year 10. Students will cover

• HTML & Web Design
• Internet Basics - how the web works, where sites are stored and how how information is retrieved
• Web Page construction using HTML
  HTML tags, hyperlinks, frames, rollovers, marquee tags, background images, forms, tables
• Web Design - site and page layout, themes and colours
• Web Elements - JavaScript, Flash Animation, Macromedia Dreamweaver
• Microsoft Office Software Applications –Intermediate Skills

Year 10 Computing

This unit allows students to continue to build their skills in computing and complete a nationally recognized qualification in Information Technology (Certificate I). It is expected that students will develop advanced HTML-based websites, with multiple interactive components, while helping others expand their own abilities. Students may be able to pursue alternative assessment within the course by negotiating their own relevant projects, but use of Dreamweaver, QBasic and Visual Basic is expected. Students will cover

• Computer Programming JustBasic + Visual Basic
• Problem Solving - solve different types of problems using algorithms (instructions) and control structures
• Control Structures, sequence, selection and repetition, flowcharts and pseudo code
• Objects, textboxes, buttons display, message boxes
• Procedures, commands. syntax, Boolean logic, program design
• Animation, moving objects, timing sequences
• Applications of Visual Basic
• Certificate 1 in Information Technology  

FOOD & TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY

 

These courses bring together theoretical understanding and practical applications related to food and nutrition, human development and relationships, living environments and textiles to enhance individual and family well being. Students develop health-promoting behaviour, prepare nutritious food, create useful garments and make informed, responsible and ethical consumer decisions.

 

Year 7 Food and Fabric
All Year 7 students complete an introductory half semester unit of Food and Fabric with an emphasis on the practical tasks of cooking and sewing.

Students gain experience and skill with the use of kitchen appliances and sewing machines through meal preparation and garment construction.

 

Years 8, 9, 10 Food Technology
These courses aim to assist students make informed choices about food and develop food preparation skills. Units include:

• Small appliances
• Food preparation
• Care of foods
• Food from other cultures
• Nutrition and dietary requirements
• Product development

Year 10 Café Hospitality

This is an industry based course which focuses on the café component of the hospitality industry. The practical component of the course is fundamental to the development of skills in the preparation, presentation and service of food/beverages to acceptable industry standards. The course also provides opportunities for students to engage in additional courses offered by private training companies, industry based excursions, links to work experience and employment opportunities. These are optional enrichment activities. Units of study may include:

• The hospitality industry
• Communicating with customers
• Health, safety and hygiene
• Food and beverages
• Food Presentation and Service

Years 9 & 10 Fashion and Design

Fashion and Design offers students the opportunity to develop creative and practical skills.  Students will construct a number of clothing and craft items using both machine and hand sewing techniques. Theory work centres on the fabric construction, natural and synthetic fibres, care of clothing and consumer issues related to clothing. Practical work may include:

ˇ         Simple skirt or shorts

ˇ         Shirt or unlined jacket

ˇ         Pyjamas

ˇ         Handcrafts eg. Cross stitch, patchwork, soft toys

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

 

A wide range of design oriented, practical courses are offered in Industrial Technology including Metal, Wood, Electronics and Welding.  The goal is for students to be able to design, produce and appraise their own projects while gaining competency with the use of specialised tools, improving their skills and practising safe work habits in all Industrial Technology units.

 

Year 7 Industrial Technology

All Year 7 students complete an introductory half semester unit with considerable emphasis placed on wood, metal, technical drawing and acrylic.  Students are instructed in the correct use of some static power machines while basic technical drawing and design skills are introduced. Neatness, accuracy and general presentation are monitored and encouraged.

 

Year 8 Industrial Technology
Students may study this course for one or two semesters as they expand on skills taught in Year 7, including all aspects of Metal, Wood, Plastics and Design. Projects are used to introduce the basic tools and techniques.

 

Year 8 Introductory Electronics

This course is a basic introduction to electronics. Students will learn the principles of electronics through the use of working projects. Using electronic circuit boards, students will be able to understand the use and application of basic electronic components and develop an awareness of basic circuit assembly skills. Students who enjoy the course are encouraged to consider taking up Electronics B and C in later years to further enhance their skills and complete the Electronics Program.

 

Years 9 & 10 Metal Technology

This course is designed to equip students with grounding in basic metalwork theory and practice. The course is skills-based in a broad range of metalwork areas, with a strong design component to be considered at all times. As students progress, they will solve practical problems by designing, making and appraising, using metals as the main medium and using joining techniques such as electric arc and gas welding. Areas of work covered will include:

ˇ         sheet metal

ˇ         fitting (various hand tools)

ˇ         machining

ˇ         welding and fabrication

 

Years 9 & 10 Wood Technology

This course follows a design-oriented process, providing opportunities and facilities to develop a number of skills pertinent to Woodwork studies. The course continues to develop skills introduced in Years 7 and 8, with particular emphasis on creating machine awareness and safe operating skills. It is primarily a practical course, with associated theory work. Content includes project design, basic cabinetwork, woodturning and wood finishing. Students will use a wide range of hand tools, portable and fixed machinery. 

 

Years 9 & 10 Electronics A, B and C

This course is a basic introduction to electronics. Students will learn the principles of electronics through the use of working projects.  Using electronic circuit boards, students will be able to understand the use and application of basic electronic components and develop an awareness of basic circuit assembly skills. Successful and interested students may wish to choose Electronics B to continue their skill development. Electronics C is offered for Year 10 students who wish to complete the Electronics Program. Content includes:

• building circuits on breadboards
• identifying electronic components
• solving electronics problems
• soldering and fitting
• welding
• soft soldering and brazing
• oxy-acetylene, resistance and arc welding