Page 16 - Senior School Subject Selection Book 2022
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INDUSTRIAL
TECHNOLOGY
Students build workplace skills and test their design thinking
process in Industrial Technology. This subject provides the
opportunity to create solutions through design using Computer
Aided Drafting (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing
(CAM) and then utilise a range of materials, tools, machines and
processes to produce quality outcomes. Students undertaking
this course may be considering the Trade Training Centre as part
of their Senior Learning Pathway.
Woodwork
• In Woodwork, students work on traditional furnishing projects
Students gain a good understanding of woodworking joints
and Computer Aided Drawing.
Metalwork
• In Metalwork, students work on a toolbox project and learn
about sheet metal fabrication and the importance of accuracy
and detail in creating plans and drawings.
DESIGN
TECHNOLOGY
Students will design, fabricate and test ideas that use new
technology. They will use the knowledge and skills to create
model vehicles for the F1 in the Schools Technology challenge
and see what it takes to succeed in these industries.
Students use Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and learn the
fundamentals of hydraulics and electronics. Students also have
the opportunity to create and participate in a catapult challenge.
Design Technology will prepare students to undertake the study
of Design in Year 11 & 12 and also supports learning in Physics.
AGRICULTURE
Students will investigate solutions to feeding a growing
population in the classroom and learn practical, transferable
skills in the agriculture centre at school. This subject provides the
opportunity for students to experience animal husbandry with
horses, cattle and chickens.
Agriculture in Year 10 will prepare students for Senior Agricultural
Science. Agriculture will support learning in Science, Maths and
other practical subjects. Students may choose Agriculture due to
interest or if they are pursuing a career in the agricultural, science,
environmental or animal sector.
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