Technology and Applied Studies (TAS)

The following courses are offered in Years 11-12 in the TAS faculty:

Computing Applications (Non-ATAR)

Computer-based technology is an integral part of contemporary society. 

Computing Applications aims to develop students’ capacity to be critical, ethical, competent and confident users of information and communication technologies in order to participate in a range of work, study and other life situations. The students will be able to participate in hands-on activities to develop skills, knowledge and understanding related to information and communication technologies so that they can participate confidently in these environments. 

Construction (VET) (ATAR)

Please refer to the Construction syllabus  

Engineering Studies (ATAR)

Both Preliminary and HSC courses offer students’ knowledge, understanding and skills in aspects of engineering that include communication, engineering mechanics/hydraulics, engineering materials, historical/societal influences, engineering electricity/electronics, and the scope of the profession. Students study engineering by investigating a range of applications and fields of engineering.

Exploring Early Childhood (Non-ATAR)

Exploring Early Childhood Stage 6 aims to develop understanding, skills and strategies to enable students to support and foster positive growth and development in the young children with whom they interact through the provision of safe, nurturing and challenging environments.

Food Technology (ATAR)

Food Technology Stage 6 aims to develop an understanding about food systems and skills that enable students to make informed decisions and carry out responsible actions. Students will also develop an appreciation of the importance of food to the wellbeing of the individual and to the social and economic future of Australia.

Hospitality (VET) (ATAR)

Please refer to the Hospitality syllabus 

Industrial Technology - Timber (ATAR)

Industrial Technology Timber will develop a student's knowledge and understanding of the Timber and Furniture industry and its related technologies highlighting the importance of design, management and production through practical experiences.

Industrial Technology Timber consists of project work and an industry study that will develop a broad range of skills and knowledge related to the Timber and Furniture industry in Australia.

Information and Digital Technology (VET) (ATAR)   

Please see the IDT syllabus 

Enterprise Computing (ATAR)

Enterprise Computing Stage 6 is designed to enable students to become confident, competent, discriminating and ethical users of information technologies, to possess an understanding of information processes and to appreciate the effect of information systems on society.

Manufacturing and Engineering (VET) (non-ATAR)

Please see the Manufacturing & Engineering syllabus