Industrial Technology

Industrial Technology is designed to develop in students a knowledge and understanding of the selected industry and its related technologies with an emphasis on design, management and production through practical applications.

Students will develop:

• knowledge and understanding of the focus area industry and of manufacturing processes and techniques used by industry
• knowledge and understanding of safe and cooperative work practices and of the need for a safe and cooperative work environment
• competence in designing, managing and communicating within a relevant industry context
• knowledge and skills in producing quality products
• knowledge and skills in communication and information processing related to the industry focus area
• an appreciation of quality products and the principles of quality control
• an appreciation of the relationships between technology, the individual, society and the environment.

A syllabus is a document that gives teachers an outline of what students are to be taught in a specific learning area.

The syllabus and other supporting material for Industrial Technology 11-12 is available from the Board of Studies.