Digital Technology - In New Zealand, Digital Technology (DT) isn't just about learning how to use a computer—it’s about learning how to build the logic and tools behind them. The subject is split into two main areas of learning: Computational Thinking and Designing and Developing Digital Outcomes.
Resistant Materials Technology - Resistant Materials Technology (often referred to simply as "Hard Materials" or "Wood Tech") is a subject within the Technology learning area of the New Zealand Curriculum. It’s essentially the sweet spot where engineering meets creativity. Students learn to design and manufacture products using materials that "resist" manipulation—primarily wood, metal, and plastics.
Design & Visual Communication - DVC is a branch of Technology formerly known as "Graphics". It is a creative, project-based subject where students learn to solve design problems and communicate their ideas through a variety of visual media.
Construction - In New Zealand high schools, Construction (often referred to as Building and Construction) is a practical, hands-on subject typically under the Technology learning area. It is designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and the physical world, focusing on how structures are designed, planned, and built.