TAS

TAS Electives:

Subjects include:

• Digital Design and Fabrication

• E Textiles

• Sustainable Design and Architecture

• Sustainable Food Product Development

• Metal Fabrication and Manufacturing 

DIGITAL DESIGN AND FABRICATION

The introduction of new manufacturing technologies including 3D printing and laser cutting has changed the face of rapid prototyping and fabrication in the design, engineering and manufacturing industries.

This course introduces students to Computer Aided Design software and the world of digital fabrication using state of the art resources.

This subject provides an excellent foundation for the Stage 5 Design and Technology course available in Years 9 & 10.

COURSE OUTLINE:

• Investigation of Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing

• 2 Dimensional vector based drawing using Corel Draw

• 3 Dimensional modelling using Fusion 360

•  Laser engraving/cutting products

• 3D printing products

ASSESSMENT:

• Assessment Task 1 - Written report investigating emerging technologies with a focus on rapid prototyping and its impact on society

• Assessment Task 2 - Design and make activity exploring use of 2D vector drawing and 3D modelling software supporting fabrication of components using Laser Cutter and 3D printer. Outcomes to include prototype and portfolio.

Course fee: $40.00 

E TEXTILES

An electronic textile (E-textile) is a type of fabric that contains electronic elements. In general, the development of electronic textiles supports the idea of wearable computing, or electronic devices worked into garment designs.

During this course students will explore E-textiles technologies, such as the Arduino Lilypad, and use them to develop clothing or textiles products that feature wearable technology. Students will also experience a wide range of textiles skills including hand based sewing, use of sewing machines, surface detailing and pattern making.

This subject provides an excellent foundation for the Stage 5 Fashion Design course available in Years 9 & 10.

COURSE OUTLINE:

• Introduction to E-Textiles technologies

•  Arduino coding

• Basic electronic circuit assembly

• Sewing techniques

• Decoration and surface detailing in textiles

• Pattern making and construction techniques

ASSESSMENT:

• Assessment Task 1 - Written report investigating emerging technologies with a focus on the use of electronics integrated in garments and smart materials.

• Assessment Task 2 – Textile product design activity integrating Lilypad technology with an introduction to coding to support control technology. Outcomes to include prototype and portfolio.

Course Fee: $40.00 

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE

The threats to our planet are increasing and designers need to be agents of change to help sustain our environment and society. This course provides students with an introduction to the world of sustainable design and architectural practices. It aims to provide students with the skills and understanding to design in a more sustainable way to lessen our impact on our planet and its precious resources.

Students will be introduced to sustainable concepts including Reduce, Recycling, and Reuse and will gain an understanding of ecologically sound materials and manufacturing processes.

COURSE OUTLINE:

• Introduction to global issues and sustainability

• Investigation of sustainability in design, architecture and manufacturing.

• 2 Dimensional vector based drawing using Corel Draw

• 3 Dimensional CAD modelling using SketchUp

• Modelling and prototyping techniques

ASSESSMENT:

• Assessment Task 1 - Written report investigating emerging material and manufacturing technologies with a focus on sustainable production. 

• Assessment Task 2 – Product Design/Architectural design and prototyping activity developing a sustainable product/building/environment for an identified audience. Outcomes to include prototype and portfolio.

Course fee: $20.00 

This course partners with the STEM Year 8 Elective***

SUSTAINABLE FOOD PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

A sustainable food system is a collaborative network that integrates several components in order to enhance a community's environmental, economic and social well-being. This course provides students with an introduction to the world of sustainable agriculture and food product development and manufacturing practices. It aims to provide students with the skills and understanding to design in a more sustainable way to lessen our impact on our planet and its precious resources.

Students will be introduced to the concepts of sustainability in agriculture and food product development and manufacturing. They will explore the process of creating products through economically-sound processes that minimise the negative impacts, while also conserving energy and natural resources.

This subject provides an excellent foundation for the Stage 5 Food Technology available in Years 9 & 10.

COURSE OUTLINE:

• Introduction to global issues and sustainability.

•  Investigation of sustainability in agriculture, food processing and production.

• Investigation of emerging technologies in agriculture and food production.

• Introduction to the stages of food product development and the food industry

• Product design and prototyping.

ASSESSMENT:

• Written report investigating emerging technologies with a focus on sustainable food productions.

• Food product design and prototyping activity developing a sustainable food product for an identified audience – outcome should include a prototype and portfolio.

Course fee: $40.00 

METAL FABIRCATION AND MANUFACTURING

This course aims to offer an introduction to metal fabrication. Here the students work with hand-tools and limited machines in the construction of individual projects. 

This subject provides an excellent foundation for the Stage 5 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY – METAL PRODUCTS (100 hours) course available in Years 9 & 10. 

COURSE OUTLINE:

• Working primarily with steel and includes experiences in marking out, shaping, machining, heat processes, joining, assembling and designing.  

• Using hand tools and limited machines in the production of a range of products. Two graded projects are made with students encouraged to modify a design for their own special requirements. 

• Assessment will be a continuous process and based on the practical classroom projects, portfolios and tests. 

ASSESSMENT:

• Sheet metal based project with supporting portfolio 

• Metal art project - independently designed and constructed 

Safety glasses will be provided to students. Materials used by the student are not recyclable and the finished article becomes the property of the student and therefore the cost of this material must be met by the student/parents. 

Course fee: $40.00