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Parramatta High School

Parramatta High School

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Technological and applied studies

Technology and applied studies (TAS) is mandatory for all students in Years 7 and 8. Students can also select from a range of elective TAS subjects.

In TAS, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills through a design and production process using a range of tools, materials and techniques in theory and practical lessons.

The continuum of technology learning is:

  • mandated from Kindergarten to Year 8 through Science and Technology K-6 and Technology Mandatory Years 7-8 syllabuses
  • based on students becoming increasingly sophisticated in their ability to apply knowledge, skills and understanding to design and produce solutions
  • optional for student specialisation in high school through a range of syllabuses addressing particular technologies and aspects of design.

Available courses include:

  • agricultural technology Years 7 to 10
  • design and technology Years 7 to 10
  • food technology Years 7 to 10
  • graphics technology Years 7 to 10
  • industrial technology Years 7 to 10
  • information and software technology Years 7 to 10
  • textiles technology Years 7 to 10
  • agriculture Years 11 to 12
  • design and technology Years 11 to 12
  • engineering studies Years 11 to 12
  • food technology Years 11 to 12
  • industrial technology Years 11 to 12
  • information processes and technology Years 11 to 12
  • software design and development Years 11 to 12
  • textiles and design Years 11 to 12