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 include in stage 5, Y9 - 10:
- Industrial Technology - Engineering Y9 - 10
- Design and Technology Y9 - 10
- Graphics Technology Y9 - 10
- Architecture Y9 - 10
- Computing Technology Y9 - 10
- Food Technology Y9 – 10
- Film and Video Production Y9 - 10
- Industrial Technology- Timber Y9 – 10
- Textiles- Y9 - 10
Available courses include in stage 6, Y 11 - 12:
- Engineering Studies Y11 - 12
- Design and Technology Y11 - 12
- Software Engineering Y11 - 12
- Food Technology Y11 - 12