Junior Elective Selections for 2022
Technological & Applied Studies
Food Service & Trends 100 hrs
Do you enjoy cooking?
Are you a lover of food?
Would you like to learn more about food preparation, good nutrition, food for special occasions, food trends and food servicing and catering?
Are you interested in working in the food industry or a career as a chef, food stylist, nutritionist, restaurant manager or even a baker?
If so, watch the video where you will find out more information about the many practical experiences Food Technology provides.
Graphic Technology 100 hrs
Graphics Technology enables students to engage in both manual (Technical Drawing) and computer-based (CAD) forms of illustration and product modelling. Students develop knowledge of the wide application of graphics in a variety of contexts and an ever-increasing range of vocations.
Students will develop knowledge, understanding and skills to:
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Visualise, sketch and accurately draw shapes and objects to communicate information to specific audiences
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Interpret, design, produce and evaluate a variety of graphical presentations using a range of manual and computer-based media and techniques
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Use graphics conventions, standards and procedures in the design, production and interpretation of a wide range of manual and computer-based graphical presentations
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Select and apply techniques in the design and creation of computer-based presentations and simulations to communicate information.
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Create 2D and 3D CAD representations of complex objects and scale models
Information & Software Technology 100 hrs
Information Software and Technology (IST) is an exciting and challenging course, designed to develop students’ knowledge, confidence and creativity in designing, analysing, developing and evaluating information technology solutions.
IST is being relaunched at Albion Park High School in 2021 with the aim to equip students with the ability to use computers as problem solving tools through projects focusing on areas such as Coding (Software Development), Internet and Website Development, Artificial Intelligence, and Robotics.
IST builds upon the knowledge, skills and experiences developed in the Yr 7 & 8 Technology (mandatory) and provides a grounding for Stage 6 Information Technology courses .
Textiles Technology 100 hrs
Skills to create and design are developed using fibres, yarns and fabrics in Textiles Technology. This course allows you to play in depth with decorative and colouration techniques such as dyeing and felting and you can also explore clothing, furnishings and costume. So, whether you want to work towards further studies in textiles leading to a career, want to begin or extend a mindful pastime, want a good start to part time work in fashion retail or you are just curious watch this video to see what it’s all about.
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Industrial Technology - Metal & Timber 100 hrs
The study of Industrial Technology Years 9-10 provides students with opportunities to engage in a range of creative and practical experiences in the areas of Timber and Metal.
Timber and Metal are offered as both 100 and 200 hour courses and can be studied at the same time.
We provide a range of practical experiences that occupy the majority of course time. Practical experiences develop knowledge and understanding of skills in designing, producing and evaluating Timber and/or Metal products.
A variety of projects including a major project will be part of your skill work. These subjects will be a great pathway into Manufacturing and Engineering and/or Construction in Years 11 and 12.