Design and Technology
Learning in Design and Technologies builds on concepts, skills and processes developed in earlier years, and teachers will revisit, strengthen and extend these as needed.
Jewellery
This course is hands on practical subject that allows students to design, make and evaluate small pieces of jewellery. The type of projects that students will be making includes metal rings, pewter casting and etching brass. The students will be exposed to characteristics of metals and other materials and processes such as silver soldering, melting metal and pouring it into plaster moulds previously carved by the student and chemical etching. Students will also learn about safety and correct use of tools, machines and equipment.
Mechatronics
Mechatronics is an expanding field used in a wide range of real life fields from the automation of production processes to control and drive systems on board remote rovers.
The course involves the use of industry standard tools, software and production processes. These include Computer Aided Design, circuit design and construction, soldering, programming microcontrollers and robotics design and manufacture.
This subject is the precursor to year 9 and 10 Mechatronics and Mechatronics extension in lower school and then leading into Mechatronics Engineering in upper school.
Small Machines
In this course students will be given opportunities to safely assemble, disassemble small engines and machinery. They will also learn to work with technical drawings and use appropriate tools. This course is designed to better prepare students to work in industry and provide useful skills and knowledge.
Metalwork
In this course students will be given opportunities to safely construct projects with metal. Students are taught to use many tools and machines throughout this course, students will also draw and interpret technical drawings. This course is designed to better prepare students to work in industry and provide them with useful skills and knowledge.
Plastics
Plastics draws on and expands transferable skills developed in year 7 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of plastics using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to vacuum forming, drilling, cutting, 3D printing, polishing and the safe use of machines
Some of the work will require design and planning using the technology process with literacy and numeracy skills consulted in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.”
Woodwork
This is a practical course where students work with wood in designing and manufacturing products. You will be encouraged to develop ideas and demonstrate creativity. In order to do these well, students investigate and test materials. They use processes, tools and machines to produce high-quality products like helicopters, serving trays and money boxes. Along with high-quality products, students will learn about different types of hard and soft woods, different types of joinery, and develop skills with hand tools that they will be able to apply later in their lives. Most importantly students will learn the safety requirements when working with tools and machines in a potentially hazardous area and be able to carry these skills through years 9 – 12.
Jewellery (8JEW)
This course is hands on practical subject that allows students to design, make and evaluate small pieces of jewellery. The type of projects that students will be making includes metal rings, pewter casting and etching brass. The students will be exposed to characteristics of metals and other materials and processes such as silver soldering, melting metal and pouring it into plaster moulds previously carved by the student and chemical etching. Students will also learn about safety and correct use of tools, machines and equipment.
Mechatronics (8MECH)
Mechatronics is an expanding field used in a wide range of real life fields from the automation of production processes to control and drive systems on board remote rovers.
The course involves the use of industry standard tools, software and production processes. These include Computer Aided Design, circuit design and construction, soldering, programming microcontrollers and robotics design and manufacture.
This subject is the precursor to year 9 and 10 Mechatronics and Mechatronics extension in lower school and then leading into Mechatronics Engineering in upper school.
Small Machines (8MSM)
In this course students will be given opportunities to safely assemble, disassemble small engines and machinery. They will also learn to work with technical drawings and use appropriate tools. This course is designed to better prepare students to work in industry and provide useful skills and knowledge.
Metalwork (8MET)
In this course students will be given opportunities to safely construct projects with metal. Students are taught to use many tools and machines throughout this course, students will also draw and interpret technical drawings. This course is designed to better prepare students to work in industry and provide them with useful skills and knowledge.
Plastics (8PLAS)
Plastics draws on and expands transferable skills developed in year 7 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of plastics using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to vacuum forming, drilling, cutting, 3D printing, polishing and the safe use of machines
Some of the work will require design and planning using the technology process with literacy and numeracy skills consulted in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.”
Woodwork (8WOOD)
This is a practical course where students work with wood in designing and manufacturing products. You will be encouraged to develop ideas and demonstrate creativity. In order to do these well, students investigate and test materials. They use processes, tools and machines to produce high-quality products like helicopters, serving trays and money boxes. Along with high-quality products, students will learn about different types of hard and soft woods, different types of joinery, and develop skills with hand tools that they will be able to apply later in their lives. Most importantly students will learn the safety requirements when working with tools and machines in a potentially hazardous area and be able to carry these skills through years 9 – 12.
Jewellery
Year 9 Jewellery draws on and expands transferable skills developed in Year 9 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of metals using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to silver soldering, casting, forming, drilling, cutting and polishing of a range of materials used for ornamental purposes.
Some of the work will require design and planning using the Technology Process with literacy and numeracy skills consolidated in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and Safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.
Mechatronics
Mechatronics is an expanding field used in a wide range of real life fields from automation of production processes to control and drive systems onboard rovers on Mars.
The course involves the use of a wide variety of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Some of the skills include but are not limited to: soldering, technical drawing, introductory computer aided drawing, microcontroller programing and electric circuit construction. Systems engineering id the central thread of the subject, students will understand the concept of input, process, output, which is the key to automation and robotics.
Safe use of tools and equipment with a focus on workplace health and safety is always embedded. Mechatronics brings together the practical aspects of the Design and Technology field and the theoretical / virtual ideas of information processing. This subject allows students to gain understanding of how their world works and the skills that can lead into careers in a field that is evolving. This course will lead well into Year 10 Mechanical – Automotive and into Engineering Studies – Systems and Control in Year 11 and Year 12.
Mechanical – Small Engines
This course is designed as an entry level course. Small single cylinder engines are used in many domestic applications such as lawn mowers, whipper snippers, generators, pumps etc. They are also used in go carts.
The course will cover the operation of two-stroke and four-stroke engines. The practical component of this course will include maintenance, component identification, disassembly and assembly of single cylinder engines. Students will learn in a predominantly hands on environment using common and specialised mechanical tools. The theory component of this course will require students to develop a well organised package of work that will serve as a valuable reference in the future, both in and out of school. This course will lead well into Year 10 Mechanical – Automotive and into Engineering Studies – Systems and Control in Year 11 and Year 12.
Each student will be required to supply a single cylinder engine for reconditioning to meet course requirement
Metal Technology
Year 9 Metal Technology draws on and expands transferable skills developed in Year 8 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of metals using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to, fuel gas and electric welding processes, forging, machining, fitting, drilling, grinding and polishing of a range of metals.
Some of the work will require design and planning using the Technology Process with literacy and numeracy skills consolidated in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.
Wood Technology
Year 9 Wood Technology draws on and expands transferable skills developed in Year 8 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of wood and wood products using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to, biscuit joining of boards and frames using a range of adhesives, use of pneumatic and electric tools.
Some of the work will require design and planning using the Technology Process with literacy and numeracy skills consolidated in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.
Electronics (10ELE)
Electronics is one of the fastest growing areas of technology today. In fact, electronics is used in nearly every aspect of our society.
Year 10 Electronics builds on Year 9 Electronics providing a solid foundation for entry into Year 11 Engineering studies Systems and Control. This course will focus on the function and construction of more complex circuits, electronic theory, electronic components, and integrated circuits. Skills developed in this course include but are not limited to: electrical safety, electronic circuit construction, soldering, fault finding, circuit design and symbols, technical drawing and measurement of electricity.
This course differs from mechatronics as it does not involve any computer programming of microprocessors. It is very hands on, and will involve the recycling and repair of unserviceable electronic devices. Students will undertake the construction of many useful “gadgets” including, light sensing circuits, contact alarms, solar lights and small generators etc.
As in all workshop courses, students will be required to adhere to Occupational Health and Safety practices at all times. These practices include, but are not limited to, correct footwear and safe behaviour.
Year 10 Electronics allows students to gain an understanding of how their electronic world works, and gain skills relevant to a career in an electrical trade. This course leads well into stage one Engineering – Systems and control in Yr11.
Jewellery (10JEW)
Year 10 Jewellery draws on and expands transferable skills developed in Year 9 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of metals using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include, but not be limited to, silver soldering, casting, forming, drilling, cutting and polishing of a range of materials used for ornamental purposes.
Some of the work will require design and planning using the Technology Process with literacy and numeracy skills consolidated in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and Safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.
Small Machines (10MSM)
This course is designed to complement the Year 9 Small Engines Course and is an essential pre-requisite for Engineering – Mechanical in Year 11.
The course will cover the operation of multi cylinder engines. Students will learn about the operation of petrol and diesel engines in both two stroke and four stroke configurations. They will also learn about systems that operate in unison with single and multi cylinder engines, such as, power generation, pumping of fuel and lubricant.
Students will also learn about some basic automotive components such as brakes, steering, gearing, clutches differentials etc. Students will produce a work package from theory lessons that will serve as a valuable future reference, both in and out of school. As mentioned this course is an essential pre-requisite for Year 11 and Year 12 Engineering Studies – Mechanical. Students demonstrating a genuine aptitude for mechanics may be given the opportunity to commence construction of mechanical projects such as go carts.
As in all workshop courses students will be required to adhere to Occupational Health and Safety practices at all times. These practices include but are not limited to correct footwear and safe behaviour.
Mechatronics (10MECH)
Mechatronics is an expanding field used in a wide range of real life fields from automation of production processes to control and drive systems on-board rovers on Mars.
Year 10 Mechatronics draws on the knowledge and skills gained from the Year 9 Mechatronics. The course involves the use of a wide variety of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Some of the skills include but are not limited to: soldering, technical drawing, introductory computer aided drawing, microcontroller programming and electric circuit construction.
Systems Engineering ID the central thread of the subject, students will understand the concept of input, process, output, which is the key to automation and robotics. Safe use of tools and equipment with a focus on workplace health and safety is always embedded. Mechatronics brings together the practical aspects of the Design and Technology field and the theoretical / virtual ideas of information processing. This subject allows students to gain understanding of how their world works and the skills that can lead into careers in a field that is evolving.
Year 10 Mechatronics covers many of the concepts studied in Year 11 Engineering. Students intending to (or thinking about) studying Engineering 2A/B in Year 11 should select this subject.
Metal Technology (10MET)
Year 10 Metal Technology draws on and expands transferable skills developed in Year 9 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of metals using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to, fuel gas and electric welding processes, forging, machining, fitting, drilling, grinding and polishing of a range of metals.
Some of the work will require design and planning using the Technology Process with literacy and numeracy skills consolidated in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.
Plastics (10PLAS)
Plastics draws on and expands transferable skills developed in year 9 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of plastics using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to vacuum forming, drilling, cutting, 3D printing, polishing and the safe use of machines
Some of the work will require design and planning using the technology process, with literacy and numeracy, consulted in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.
Wood Technology (10WOOD)
Year 10 Wood Technology draws on and expands transferable skills developed in Year 9 Design and Technology and introduces students to the manipulation of wood and wood products using a wide range of tools, processes, materials and systems. Some new processes to be developed will include but not be limited to, biscuit joining of boards and frames using a range of adhesives, use of pneumatic and electric tools.
Some of the work will require design and planning using the Technology Process with literacy and numeracy skills consolidated in practical applications such as quantity and cost estimations. Health and safety aspects will be taught and reinforced at all times. Students will learn how to conduct a risk assessment and job safety analysis in a range of industrial settings.
