9Tecn

9 Technology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Hill.

Year 9 Technology

During this course, students will gain an understanding of the Design Process by creating a lamp product using a wide range of materials. Students will be introduced to the Technology Block and workshops and will complete tasks using metal, wood, fabric and card. 

Students will be exploring the concept of Hauora and how this can translate visually into their final lamp design. This course has been designed with STEAM education at its core with students learning about electricity, material properties and manipulation, visual symbolism, design, scale and proportion. 

This course provides foundation knowledge and skills which can be used across all subject areas within the Technology curriculum. 



Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Donation requested: $27 for materials used in the take-home element of this course

Pathway

Disclaimer


  • Some students’ courses may not fit the timetable when it is prepared so you may be contacted and asked to re-choose. 
  • If you do not make sufficient progress in the remainder of the year (i.e. in your entrance exams, course work and end-of-year exams), you may not be accepted into the subject of your choice