Melrose High School Elective Information

Technologies

Food Technology

The Food Technology course introduces students to the principles of food science, nutrition, and culinary skills through hands-on learning and theoretical exploration. Students will investigate the properties of ingredients, the impact of food choices on health and wellbeing, and the social, ethical, and environmental issues surrounding food production and consumption. Practical lessons focus on developing safe and effective food preparation techniques, meal planning, and presentation skills. By engaging in creative cooking tasks and food design projects, students build confidence in the kitchen while gaining valuable life skills and an understanding of the food industry.

UNITS:

Food Services & Catering (S1, 2026 & S2, 2026)

Delicious Desserts (S1, 2026)

Cultural Cuisine (S1, 2027)

Festivals & Celebrations (S2, 2027)

Units Repeatable: No

Cost:

Subject consumables: $65

Additional assessment pieces my be organised throughout this elective that attract additional costs. Permission notes will be distributed with details as these occur.

Metal Workshop

Students develop practical metalworking skills through a range of techniques, tools, and technologies. They follow the design process to research, plan, and construct innovative products using both hand and machine tools. Safety is a core focus and is reinforced throughout each unit. Each semester projects are designed to match students’ skill levels and may be negotiated for extension or enhancement. Students work independently and collaboratively in a workshop environment, consolidating their learning through graphic representation and hands-on construction.

Unit Repeatable: Yes

Cost:

Subject contributions: $45

Wood Design

Students build practical woodworking skills through the construction of increasingly complex wood joints. They apply these skills to either prescribed or self-directed projects, following the design process to plan and create functional products. Safety is a key focus and is reinforced throughout each unit. Students work both independently and collaboratively in the workshop, with projects tailored each semester to suit individual skill levels and allow for negotiated extensions or enhancements.

Unit Repeatable: Yes

Cost:
Subject Contributions: $45

Women in Technology

Women in Construction unit offers high school students a unique opportunity to explore career pathways in the building and construction industry, with a particular focus on increasing participation among young women and gender diverse students. Delivered through schools, the program provides a tailored, curriculum-based learning experience that incorporates industry perspectives and hands-on engagement. Students gain insight into the sector’s role in the Australian economy, explore diverse career options, and build a strong foundation for future education or training, including Australian School-based Apprenticeships. Through structured units of work and collaboration with industry partners, students access workplace learning opportunities and essential certifications such as the White Card, Asbestos Awareness, and Silica Training. In Women in Design, students will delve into the design fields of architecture and interior design. In architecture, they will design and construct a model home in response to a client brief, applying both practical skills and creative vision to balance functionality with aesthetic appeal. In interior design, students will reimagine real-world spaces, including a school-based project to redesign the canteen. They will develop mood boards, produce technical and perspective drawings, and present their ideas to a client. With a strong emphasis on client-centred design processes, the program fosters creativity, confidence, and professional skills across both construction and design disciplines.

UNITS:

Women in Construction (S2, 2026 & S1, 2027)

Women in Design (S1, 2026)

Units Repeatable: ONLY Women in Design

Cost:

Nil

Textiles Design and Construction

In Textiles Design and Construction, students will explore the design and construction of fibre based products. This course provides an introduction into technical drawing, idea development, design research and fibre based construction. Projects may include apparel, upholstery, furnishings, costume and wall hangings. Students will be introduced to the design process through their investigation of fibre techniques. Students will also utilise assembly line production process and explore sustainable practices in fashion. They are required to document their design, production and reflection process. Students will have the opportunity to learn to safely use equipment in the textile workshop

UNITS:

Sustainability and Art (S1, 2026)

Fashion and Clothing (S2, 2026)

Interiors (S1, 2027)

Costumes and Formal (S2, 2027)

Units Repeatable: No

Cost:
Subject contributions: $30
Students will be required to provide materials to supplement individual projects

Digital Technology

The Digital Technology course offers students an exciting opportunity to explore a range of innovative fields including robotics, 3D animation, games programming, website design, and digital solutions. Through robotics, students will design and build automated systems, learning key concepts in coding, engineering, and problem-solving. In 3D animation, they will bring digital characters and environments to life using industry-standard software, mastering techniques in modeling, rigging, and animation. The games programming component introduces students to interactive design and coding fundamentals, allowing them to create engaging digital experiences. In website design, students will learn to build functional and visually appealing websites using HTML, CSS, and other web technologies, while digital solutions focuses on solving real-world problems through the development of apps, systems, and user-centered digital tools. Throughout the units, students develop critical thinking, creativity, and technical skills that prepare them for future pathways in technology, design, and innovation.

UNITS:

Games Animation & Design (S1, 2026)

Introduction to Coding (S1, 2026)

Introduction to 3D Animation (S1, 2026)

Robotics (S2, 2026)

Game Programming (S2, 2026)

Architecture & Modelling (S2, 2026)

Units Repeatable: No

Cost:

Subject Contributions: $30

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