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.
Stage 4 (Years 7–8)
Technology Mandatory is a rich and complex subject that provides students with opportunities to become technologically literate individuals capable of developing creative solutions to identified problems and situations. Technologies affect and enrich the lives of people and societies globally and contribute to shaping preferred futures.
Students will develop knowledge, skills and products in the context of:
- Agriculture and Food Technologies
- Digital Technologies
- Engineered Systems
- Material Technologies (including timber, textile, multimedia and recycled/mixed materials)
In doing so, students will develop knowledge and understanding of the design process and be able to make more informed choices in terms of their pathway into Stage 5 and beyond.
For further information about these courses, please refer to Technologies K–10 syllabuses and Years 11–12 syllabuses available on the new NESA website or contact the TAS Faculty at the school.
