Technological and applied studies (TAS) is mandatory for all students in Year 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 in high school years include:
- Agricultural Technology 7-10
- Design and Technology 7-10
- Food Technology 7-10
- Graphics Technology 7-10
- Industrial Technology 7-10
- Information and Software Technology 7-10
- Textiles Technology 7-10
- Agriculture Life Skills Stage 6
- Design and Technology Life Skills Stage 6
- Engineering Studies Stage 6
- Food Technology Life Skills Stage 6
- Industrial Technology Life Skills Stage 6
- Information Processes and Technology Life Skills Stage 6
- Textiles and Design Life Skills Stage 6.