2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC

Board Developed Course (Category A)

ATAR Course

Exclusions: None

Prerequisites: None

Course Description:

The Textiles and Design Stage 6 Syllabus provides a curriculum structure that reflects the important role that textiles play in society. Textiles protect, provide comfort, have social meaning, respond to cultural influences and perform a range of necessary functions in the textiles industry and other industries.

This syllabus investigates the science and technology of textiles through a study of properties and performance, allowing students to make informed consumer choices in the textiles area. Technological and practical skills are developed and enhanced through the use of textile-related technologies, including those that are computer‑based. The concept of design elements and principles, as being both functional and aesthetic and as part of the creative design process, are examined within the specialised field of textiles.

This course investigates textiles in society and promotes a greater understanding of the significance of different cultures and their specific use of textile materials.

Through the area of study relating to the Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries, the course offers students the opportunity to explore advances in technology, current issues facing the industry and employment opportunities.

Main Topics Covered:

Preliminary:

• • Design

  • Properties and Performance of Textiles

  • Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries

HSC:

• • Design

  • Properties and Performance of Textiles

  • Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries

  • Major Textiles Project

For more information about this course, please see: Mr Magann