What is this course about?

Industrial Technology – Engineering provides students with hands‑on opportunities to explore how technologies, materials and systems are used in both industrial and domestic settings. Students investigate the interrelationship between tools, equipment and materials, with a strong focus on engineering principles and processes.

The course develops practical skills in designing, planning and producing engineered projects. Students learn to work safely, understand workshop environments, and apply Occupational Health and Safety requirements. These experiences help prepare students for future lifestyle skills, vocational pathways and further study in technology and engineering fields.

Students may study up to two Industrial Technology courses, each consisting of one focus area studied for 200 hours (core modules plus two specialised modules).

What will you learn?

Students study core content through practical, project‑based learning. Core focus areas include:

• Small Structures

• Small Vehicles

• Devices and Appliances

• Robotics

• Electronic and Mechanical Systems

This core content is delivered through the context of Engineering, including:

• Freehand drawing and sketching

• Reading and interpreting drawings

• Using software applications

• Understanding engineering principles

• Producing practical projects using timber and related materials

Throughout the course, students will:

• Identify problems and opportunities

• Research and investigate existing solutions

• Analyse data and information

• Generate, justify and evaluate design ideas

• Experiment with tools, materials and technologies

• Manage and produce design projects from planning to completion

Students will produce a variety of practical projects that demonstrate increasing skill, independence and creativity.

Who will this course suit?

Industrial Technology Engineering is ideal for students who:

• Enjoy hands‑on, practical learning

• Like designing and building projects

• Are interested in engineering, construction or manufacturing

• Want to develop skills using tools, machinery and materials

• Enjoy solving problems and working with their hands

How will you be assessed?

Assessment tasks may include:

• Design folios

• Practical projects

• Research tasks

• Documentation of the design and production process

• Assessment of practical skills in the workshop

Projects are designed to promote the sequential development of skills and increasing student autonomy.

Future Pathways

Industrial Technology provides a strong foundation for Stage 6 subjects such as:

• Industrial Technology (Timber, Multimedia, Graphics, Metals)

• Engineering Studies

• Construction (VET)

• Manufacturing and Engineering (VET)

• Design and Technology

It also supports pathways in carpentry, engineering, trades, product design, construction, manufacturing and technical drawing.

Equipment

• Safety goggles

• Apron

• Closed leather shoes

• A4 exercise book (96 pages)

Further information

NESA syllabus: Engineering Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2024) | NSW Education Standards Authority 

For school‑specific questions, please contact Head Teacher TAS, Mr Depalo.