Technological and applied studies

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:

• Technology Mandatory Years 7-8
• Agricultural Technology Years 7-10
• Design and Technology Years 7-10
• Food Technology Years 7-10
• Graphics Technology Years 7-10
• Industrial Technology Years 7-10
• Information and Software Technology Years 7-10
• Textiles Technology Years 7-10
• Agriculture Stage 6
• Design and Technology Stage 6
• Engineering Studies Stage 6
• Food Technology Stage 6
• Industrial Technology Stage 6
• Information Processes and Technology Stage 6
• Software Design and Development Stage 6
• Textiles and Design Stage 6.