TAS IA

Industrial Arts

Years 7 & 8

1. Technology (Mandatory)
Students design, produce and evaluate their solutions to design problems in

• Built Environment
• Products
• Information and Communications.

Years 9 & 10

1. Design and Technology

• Multimedia
  Using practical application of skills and knowledge students create multimedia projects.
• CAD (Computer Aided Drawing)
  Students design, develop and produce graphical representations using CAD software.

2. Graphics Technology

Students use contemporary graphics techniques and other techniques such as CAD, logos and pictograms and appply them to household appliances, transportation, engineering drawing, cabinet and furniture design, Australian architecture, communication devices.

3. Industrial Technology

Students plan, develop and construct quality projects to increase their knowledge about current and emerging technologies.

Years 11 & 12

1. Engineering Studies

The course develops knowledge, understanding, skills in engineering by engaging students in the following focus areas: Household Appliances, Landscape products, Brakes, Bio-Engineering, Civil Structures, personal and Public Transport, Lifting Devices, Aeronautical Engineering and Telecommunications engineering.

2. Industrial Technology

Students study

• Multimedia/Graphics
  Multimedia develops practical skills and knowledge of the multimedia industry
• Timber Products and Furniture
  The course focuses on student practical project work, and a study of the timber and furniture industry
• Construction VET (Vocational Education and Training)
  The course provides accreditation up to Certificate 3 level for those entering the construction industry.