Foods

Year 8 Foods

Subject Length: 1 semester

Subject Fee: $40  (Cost subject to change)

In this subject, students develop their knowledge of hygiene and safe food handling.  Students investigate the properties of food and fundamental cooking techniques. Through the use of Design Briefs, students design, produce and evaluate a variety of food products. Students will plan and manage individual and paired production of food items. They will make use of food models to develop their knowledge, and application of healthy eating.  Students will develop their skills of teamwork and reflection to improve their learning.

In all technology practical classes, it is mandatory to wear leather school shoes for safety and protection purposes.

What is studied?

Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:

• Students will learn to understand and use design briefs

• Issues that impact consumers

• Food preparation skills and nutritional needs for good health in adolescence

• Designing, modifying, producing and evaluating food products

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

• Investigating, designing, producing and evaluating a variety of food products.

• Investigate food groups and recommended daily serves and serving sizes

• Safe and hygienic food preparation, consumption and evaluation

• Develop efficient work practices in a practical environment

Additional Information

Future Pathways: Year 9 Foods, Year 10 Foods