Technological and applied studies (TAS) is mandatory for all students in Year 7 and 8. Students can also select from a range of elective TAS subjects.
In TAS, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills through a design and production process using a range of tools, materials and techniques in theory and practical lessons.
The continuum of technology learning is:
- mandated from Kindergarten to Year 8 through Science and Technology K-6 and Technology Mandatory Years 7-8 syllabuses
- based on students becoming increasingly sophisticated in their ability to apply knowledge, skills and understanding to design and produce solutions
- optional for student specialisation in high school through a range of syllabuses addressing particular technologies and aspects of design.
Stage 4
Technology – Years 7 and 8
This is a mandatory course consisting of areas of study in:
- Built environments
- Products
- Information and communication
Students are encouraged to design, produce and evaluate, supported by a design folio. A range of design-related content to support the above is presented through exposure to agriculture, computers, food, textiles, timber, metal and electronics environments.
Stage 5
Years 9 and 10 are elective years, with students electing to study subjects for 100 hours, 200 hours or in some cases, studying one semester courses.
Subjects offered for study include:
- Building and construction
- Engineering technology
- Food technology
Stage 6
Years 11 and 12 are elective years with students electing to study subjects in the Preliminary and HSC courses.
Subjects offered for study include:
- Community and family studies
- Industrial technology – timber products and furniture technologies
- Design and technology
- VET hospitality
- VET construction