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Industrial Technology Timber is an elective subject within which students may undertake one or two courses. Each course may be studied for 100 or 200 hours. It builds on the knowledge, skills and experiences developed in the Technology (Mandatory) Years 7 - 8 Syllabus.
Cost of course:$75
Cost of course:$75
Course Description
Course Description
Industrial Technology Timber develops students' knowledge and understanding of materials and processes in a range of technologies. They develop knowledge and skills relating to the selection, use and application of materials, tools, machines and processes through the planning and production of quality practical projects.
Industrial Technology Timber develops students' knowledge and understanding of materials and processes in a range of technologies. They develop knowledge and skills relating to the selection, use and application of materials, tools, machines and processes through the planning and production of quality practical projects.
What will students learn about?
All students will learn about the properties and applications of materials associated with their chosen area of study. They will study the range of tools, machines and processes available in both industrial and domestic settings for working with selected materials. Students will learn about safe practices for practical work environments, including risk identification and minimisation strategies. They will also learn about design and designing including the communication of ideas and processes.
What will students learn to do?
The major emphasis of the Industrial Technology Timber syllabus is on students actively planning and constructing quality practical projects. Students will learn to select and use a range of materials for individual projects. They will learn to competently and safely use a range of hand tools, power tools and machines to assist in the construction of projects. They will also learn to produce drawings and written reports to develop and communicate ideas and information relating to projects.
Record of Student Achievement (RoSA)
Satisfactory completion of 100 or 200 hours of study in Industrial Technology Timber during Stage 5 (Years 9 and 10) will be recorded with a grade on the Record of Student Achievement.
HSC Implications
Industrial Technology is offered as a 2 unit subject for HSC students.
Contact:nMr Josh Donnelly- Head Teacher TAS
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