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