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Agriculture

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Board Developed Course

Course number(s):

  • 11010 Agriculture (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 15010 Agriculture (2 units – HSC)

Prerequisites: Nil

Corequisites: Nil

Eligibility: Nil

Study via self-tuition: No

Exclusions:

  • 16681 Agriculture Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 16681 Agriculture Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Agriculture is undertaken within the course)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Agriculture is undertaken within the course)

Course description

The Preliminary course incorporates the study of the interactions between the components of agricultural production, marketing and management, while giving consideration to the issue of sustainability of the farming system. This is an 'on-farm', environment-oriented course.

The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course. It examines the complexity and scientific principles of the components of agricultural production. It places greater emphasis on farm management to maximise productivity and environmental sustainability. The Farm Product Study is used as a basis for analysing and addressing social, environmental and economic issues as they relate to sustainability.

What students learn

Preliminary course

  • Overview (15%)
  • The Farm Case Study (25%)
  • Plant Production (30%)
  • Animal Production (30%)

HSC course

Core (80%)

  • Plant/Animal Production (50%)
  • Farm Product Study (30%)

Elective (20%)

Choose ONE of the following electives to study:

  • Agri-food, Fibre and Fuel Technologies
  • Climate Challenge
  • Farming for the 21st Century

Industries related to Agriculture

The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

Course requirements

Practical experiences should occupy a minimum of 30% of both Preliminary and HSC course time.

RoSA and HSC




Design and Technology

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Board Developed Course

Course number(s):

  • 11080 Design and Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 15080 Design and Technology (2 units – HSC)

Prerequisites: Nil

Corequisites: Nil

Eligibility: Nil

Study via self-tuition: No

Exclusions:

  • 16682 Design and Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 16682 Design and Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Design and Technology is undertaken within the course)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Design and Technology is undertaken within the course)

Course description

The Preliminary course involves the study of both designing and producing. This is explored through areas such as design theory and practice, design processes, environmental and social issues, communication, research, technologies, and the manipulation of materials, tools and techniques. The course involves hands-on practical activities which develop knowledge and skills in designing and producing. The Preliminary course includes the completion of at least two design projects. These projects involve the design, production and evaluation of a product, system or environment and includes evidence of the design process recorded in a design folio. The design folio can take a variety of different forms.

The HSC course applies the knowledge and understanding of designing and producing from the Preliminary course. It involves the development and realisation of a Major Design Project, a case study of an innovation, along with the study of innovation and emerging technologies. The study of the course content is integrated with the development of a Major Design Project, worth 60% of the HSC mark. This project requires students to select and apply appropriate design, production and evaluation skills to a product, system or environment that satisfies an identified need or opportunity. The case study of an innovation requires students to identify the factors underlying the success of the innovation selected, analyse associated ethical issues and discuss its impact on Australian society.

What students learn

Preliminary course

Involves both theory and practical work in designing and producing. This includes the study of design theory and practice, design processes, factors affecting design and producing, design and production processes, technologies in industrial and commercial settings, environmental and social issues, creativity, collaborative design, project analysis, marketing and research, management, using resources, communication, manufacturing and production, computer-based technologies, work health and safety, evaluation, and manipulation of materials, tools and techniques.

HSC course

Involves the study of innovation and emerging technologies, including a case study (20%) of an innovation and the study of designing and producing including a Major Design Project. The project folio addresses three key areas: project proposal and project management, project development and realisation, and project evaluation.

Industries related to Design and Technology

The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

Course requirements

In the Preliminary course, students must participate in hands-on practical activities and undertake a minimum of two design projects. The projects will develop skills and knowledge to be further developed in the HSC course. Students will develop their knowledge of the activities within industrial and commercial settings which support design and technology and relate these processes to the processes used in their own designing and producing. Each project will place emphasis on the development of different skills and knowledge in designing and producing. This is communicated in a variety of forms, but students should be encouraged to communicate their design ideas using a range of appropriate media.

In the HSC course the activities of designing and producing that were studied in the Preliminary course are synthesised and applied. This culminates in the development and realisation of a Major Design Project and a case study of an innovation. Students should select and use the wide range of skills and knowledge developed in the Preliminary course, appropriate to their selected project. They must also relate the techniques and technologies used in industrial and commercial settings to those used in the development of design projects.

RoSA and HSC




Engineering Studies

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Board Developed Course

Course number(s):

  • 11120 Engineering Studies (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 15120 Engineering Studies (2 units – HSC)

Prerequisites: Nil

Corequisites: Nil

Eligibility: Nil

Study via self-tuition: Yes

Exclusions: Nil

Course description:

Both Preliminary and HSC courses offer students knowledge, understanding and skills in aspects of engineering that include communication, engineering mechanics/hydraulics, engineering materials, historical/societal influences, engineering electricity/electronics, and the scope of the profession. Students study engineering by investigating a range of applications and fields of engineering.

What students learn

Preliminary course

Students undertake the study of 4 compulsory modules:

  • THREE application modules based on engineering concepts and impacts through the study of engineering products. Engineering concepts and impacts are studied in each of the following categories:
    • Engineering Fundamentals
    • Engineered Products and
    • Braking Systems
  • ONE focus module relating to the field of Biomedical Engineering.

HSC course

Students undertake the study of 4 compulsory modules:

  • TWO application modules relating to the fields of:
    • Civil Structures and
    • Personal and Public Transport
  • TWO focus modules relating to the fields of:
    • Aeronautical Engineering and
    • Telecommunications Engineering.

Industries related to Engineering Studies

The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

Course requirements

Preliminary course

Students are required to produce a component of an engineering report in Engineering application module 3, Braking Systems, and then a complete engineering report in Engineering focus module 4, Biomedical Engineering.

HSC course

Students are required to produce one engineering report from either of the two engineering application modules, and one from either of the two engineering focus modules.

One engineering report from the Preliminary course and one engineering report from the HSC course must be the result of collaborative work, reflecting the importance of teamwork for successful engineering projects.

RoSA and HSC




Food Technology

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Board Developed Course

Course number(s):

  • 11180 Food Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 15180 Food Technology (2 units – HSC)

Prerequisites: Nil

Corequisites: Nil

Eligibility: Nil

Study via self-tuition: No

Exclusions:

  • 16683 Food Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 16683 Food Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Food Technology is undertaken within the course)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Food Technology is undertaken within the course)

Course description

The Preliminary course will develop knowledge and understanding about food nutrients and diets for optimum nutrition, the functional properties of food, safe preparation, presentation and storage of food, sensory characteristics of food, the influences on food availability and factors affecting food selection. Practical skills in planning, preparing and presenting food are integrated throughout the content areas.

The HSC course involves the study of: sectors, aspects, policies and legislations of the Australian Food Industry; production, processing, preserving, packaging, storage and distribution of food; factors impacting, reasons, types, steps and marketing of food product development; nutrition incorporating diet and health in Australia and influences on nutritional status. Practical experiences in developing, preparing, experimenting and presenting food are integrated throughout the course.

What students learn

Preliminary course

  • Food Availability and Selection (30%)
  • Food Quality (40%)
  • Nutrition (30%)

HSC course

  • The Australian Food Industry (25%)
  • Food Manufacture (25%)
  • Food Product Development (25%)
  • Contemporary Nutrition Issues (25%)

Industries related to Food Technology

The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

Course requirements

There is no prerequisite study for the 2-unit Preliminary course. Completion of the 2-unit Preliminary course is a prerequisite to the study of the 2-unit HSC course. In order to meet the course requirements, students study food availability and selection, food quality, nutrition, the Australian food industry, food manufacture, food product development and contemporary nutrition issues.

It is mandatory that students undertake practical activities. Such experiential learning activities are specified in the 'learn to' section of each strand.

RoSA and HSC




Industrial Technology

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Board Developed Course

Course number(s):

  • 11200 Industrial Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 15200 Industrial Technology (2 units – HSC)

HSC focus area examination codes:

Students choose to study one focus area. The same area is to be studied in both the Preliminary and HSC courses.

  • 812 Automotive Technologies
  • 814 Electronics Technologies
  • 815 Graphics Technologies
  • 816 Metal and Engineering Technologies
  • 817 Multimedia Technologies
  • 819 Timber Products and Furniture Technologies

Prerequisites: Nil

Corequisites: Nil

Eligibility: Nil

Study via self-tuition: No

Exclusions:

  • Students can only undertake study in 1 focus area.
  • 16684 Industrial Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 16684 Industrial Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Industrial Technology is undertaken within the course)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Industrial Technology is undertaken within the course)

Course description

Industrial Technology at Stage 6 will develop a student's knowledge and understanding of a selected industry and its related technologies, highlighting the importance of design, management and production through practical experiences.

Industrial Technology Stage 6 consists of project work and an industry study that will develop a broad range of skills and knowledge related to the focus area chosen for the course.

Focus Areas

  • Automotive Technologies
  • Electronics Technologies
  • Graphics Technologies
  • Metal and Engineering Technologies
  • Multimedia Technologies
  • Timber Products and
  • Furniture Technologies.

What students learn

Preliminary course

The following sections are taught on the relevant focus area:

  • Industry Study (15%)
  • Design (10%)
  • Management and Communication (20%)
  • Production (40%)
  • Industry Related Manufacturing Technology (15%)

HSC course

The following sections are taught on the relevant focus area through the development of a Major Project and a study of the relevant industry:

  • Industry Study (15%)
  • Major Project (60%)
    • Design, Management and Communication
    • Production
  • Industry Related Manufacturing Technology (25%)

Industries related to Industrial Technology

The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

Course requirements

In the Preliminary course, students must design, develop and construct a number of projects. Each project will include a management folio. Each project may emphasise different areas of the Preliminary course content. Students also undertake the study of an individual business within a focus area industry.

In the HSC course, students design, develop and construct a Major Project with a management folio. They will also undertake a study of the overall industry related to the specific focus area industry.

RoSA and HSC




Information Processes and Technology

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Board Developed Course

Course number(s):

  • 11210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 15210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – HSC)

Prerequisites: Nil

Corequisites: Nil

Eligibility: Nil

Study via self-tuition: Yes

Exclusions:

  • 35020 Computing Applications (1 unit – Preliminary)
  • 35021 Computing Applications (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 35022 Computing Applications (1 unit – HSC)
  • 35023 Computing Applications (2 units – HSC)
  • 16685 Information Processes and Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 16685 Information Processes and Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Information Processes and Technology is undertaken within the course)
  • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Information Processes and Technology is undertaken within the course)

Course description

Information Processes and Technology is the study of information-based systems. It focuses on information processes performed by these systems and the information technology that allows them to take place. Social, ethical and non-computer procedures resulting from the processes are considered. Different types of information systems are studied. Through project work, students will create their own information system to meet an identified need.

What students learn

Preliminary course

  • Introduction to Information Skills and Systems (20%)
  • Tools for Information Processes (50%)
  • Developing Information Systems (30%)

HSC course

  • Project Management (20%)
  • Information Systems and Databases (20%)
  • Communication Systems (20%)
  • Option Strands (40%) – Students will select TWO of the following options:
    • Transaction Processing Systems
    • Decision Support Systems
    • Automated Manufacturing Systems
    • Multimedia Systems.

Industries related to Information Processes and Technology

The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

Course requirements

There is no prerequisite study for the 2-unit Preliminary course. Completion of the 2-unit Preliminary course is a prerequisite to the study of the 2-unit HSC course.

The percentage values in each course refer to indicative course time. A minimum of 40% course time is to be devoted to the integration of content into project work in both Preliminary and HSC courses. It is also expected that a significant proportion of time be devoted to integrated practical activities.

RoSA and HSC




Software Design and Development

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Board Developed Course

Course number(s):

  • 11340 Software Design and Development (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 15360 Software Design and Development (2 units – HSC)

Prerequisites: Nil

Corequisites: Nil

Eligibility: Nil

Study via self-tuition: Yes

Exclusions:

  • 35020 Computing Applications (1 unit – Preliminary)
  • 35021 Computing Applications (2 units – Preliminary)
  • 35022 Computing Applications (1 unit – HSC)
  • 35023 Computing Applications (2 units – HSC)

Course description

The Preliminary course introduces students to the basic concepts of computer software design and development. It does this by looking at the different ways in which software can be developed, the tools that can be used to assist in this process and by considering the interaction between software and the other components of the computer system.

The HSC course builds on the Preliminary course and involves the development and documentation of software using a variety of data structures and language facilities. Students learn to solve a number of interesting and relevant software problems.

What students learn

Preliminary course

  • Concepts and Issues in the Design and Development of Software (30%)
    • Introduction to Software Development (50%)
      • Developing Software Solutions (20%)

      HSC course

      • Development and Impact of Software Solutions (15%)
        • Software Development Cycle (40%)
          • Developing a Solution Package (25%)
          • Options (20%) – Study ONE of the following options:
            • Programming paradigms or
            • The interrelationship between software and hardware

          Industries related to Software Design and Development

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          There is no prerequisite study for the Preliminary course. Completion of the Preliminary course is a prerequisite for the HSC course.

          It is a mandatory requirement that students spend a minimum of 20% of Preliminary course time and 25% of HSC course time on practical activities using the computer.

          RoSA and HSC




          Textiles and Design

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 11370 Textiles and Design (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15390 Textiles and Design (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: Nil

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Nil

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 41018 Applied Fashion Design and Technology VET BEC 120 hours
          • 41019 Applied Fashion Design and Technology VET BEC 240 hours
          • 16680 Textiles and Design Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16680 Textiles and Design Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Textiles and Design is undertaken within the course)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Textiles and Design is undertaken within the course)

          Course description

          The Preliminary course involves the study of design, communication techniques, manufacturing methods, fibres, yarns, fabrics and the Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries. Practical experiences, experimenting and product manufacturing are integrated throughout the content areas and include the completion of two preliminary textile projects. These projects develop each student's creative abilities and skills in designing, manipulating, experimenting and selecting appropriate fabrics for an end use.

          The HSC course builds upon the Preliminary course and involves the study of fabric colouration and decoration, historical design development, cultural factors that influence design and designers, contemporary designers, end-use applications of textiles, innovations and emerging textile technologies, appropriate textile technology and environmental sustainability, current issues and the marketplace.

          This course involves the development of a Major Textiles Project, worth 50% of the HSC mark. The project is selected from one of the five focus areas and enables students to explore an area of interest. The project has two components: the supporting documentation and textile item(s).

          What students learn

          Preliminary course

          • Design (40%)
          • Properties and Performance of Textiles (50%)
          • The Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries (10%)

          HSC course

          • Design (20%)
          • Properties and Performance of Textiles (20%)
          • The Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries (10%)
          • Major Textiles Project (50%)

          Industries related to Textiles and Design

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          In the Preliminary course students will undertake two preliminary textile projects. Preliminary Project 1 is drawn from the area of study of Design and focuses on the generation and communication of ideas, design modification, manipulative skills, evaluation of ideas and of the project, and management of time and resources. Preliminary Project 2 is drawn from the area of study of Properties and Performance of Textiles and focuses on an analysis of fabric, yarn and fibre properties, experimental procedures, product design, fabric choice, manipulative and management skills, communication methods and the recording of information.

          In the HSC course, the Major Textiles Project allows students to develop a textile project from one of the following focus areas: apparel, furnishings, costume, textile arts, non-apparel. The selected focus area allows students to explore in detail one area of interest through a creative textile design process that integrates the areas of Design, Properties and Performance of Textiles and the Australian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Allied Industries.

          RoSA and HSC




          BOARD DEVELOPED LIFE SKILLS COURSES

          Agriculture Life Skills

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 16681 Agriculture Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16681 Agriculture Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: A student studying any Stage 6 Life Skills course will usually have completed one or more courses based on Life Skills outcomes and content in Years 7–10, except under special circumstances.

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Life Skills Eligibility

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 11010 Agriculture (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15010 Agriculture (2 units – HSC)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Agriculture is undertaken within the course)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Agriculture is undertaken within the course)

          Course description

          The Agriculture Life Skills Stage 6 course provides opportunities for students to engage in the study of agricultural enterprises, including the impact of past and current issues, in order to design, produce and evaluate agricultural products.

          Study of the Agriculture Life Skills Stage 6 course should contribute to students’ understanding of research, design, systems and environments, as well as their ability to manipulate and produce products.

          What students learn

          The structure of the Agriculture Life Skills course allows teachers to provide a broad and balanced program that reflects the needs of individual students within the context of the collaborative curriculum planning process. Students may study selected outcomes and content within the course.

          Study of the Agriculture Life Skills course involves:

          • knowledge and understanding of a design process
          • knowledge and skills of a range of technologies for a variety of purposes in an agricultural enterprise
          • production, management and marketing of agricultural products
          • an appreciation of past and current issues impacting on Australian agricultural enterprises

          Industries related to Agriculture Life Skills

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          On entering students for the Agriculture Life Skills Stage 6 course, the principal is certifying that the student is eligible and the decision is the result of the collaborative curriculum planning process.

          Students are expected to address or achieve one or more of the Agriculture Life Skills Stage 6 outcomes. They need not address or complete all of the content to demonstrate achievement of an outcome.

          RoSA and HSC




          Design and Technology Life Skills

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 16682 Design and Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16682 Design and Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: A student studying any Stage 6 Life Skills course will usually have completed one or more courses based on Life Skills outcomes and content in Years 7–10, except under special circumstances.

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Life Skills Eligibility

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 11080 Design and Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15080 Design and Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Design and Technology is undertaken within the course)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Design and Technology is undertaken within the course)

          Course description

          The Design and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course provides opportunities for students to explore and develop technologies in the context of a design project. Students develop knowledge and understanding of the ways in which factors impact on design, including the interrelationship of these.

          Study of the Design and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course should contribute to students’ understanding of research, design, systems and environments, as well as their ability to manipulate and produce products.

          What students learn

          The structure of the Design and Technology Life Skills course allows teachers to provide a broad and balanced program that reflects the needs of individual students within the context of the collaborative curriculum planning process. Students may study selected outcomes and content within the course.

          Study of the Design and Technology Life Skills course involves:

          • knowledge and understanding of a design process
          • knowledge and skills of a range of technologies for a variety of purposes in the production of a design project
          • factors that impact on design
          • application of design processes to design, produce and evaluate quality design projects and satisfy identified needs
          • appreciation of the interrelationship between design, technology, the individual, society and the environment

          Industries related to Design and Technology Life Skills

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          On entering students for the Design and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course, the principal is certifying that the student is eligible and the decision is the result of the collaborative curriculum planning process.

          Students are expected to address or achieve one or more of the Design and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 outcomes. They need not address or complete all of the content to demonstrate achievement of an outcome.

          RoSA and HSC




          Food Technology Life Skills

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 16683 Food Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16683 Food Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: A student studying any Stage 6 Life Skills course will usually have completed one or more courses based on Life Skills outcomes and content in Years 7–10, except under special circumstances.

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Life Skills Eligibility

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 11180 Food Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15180 Food Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Food Technology is undertaken within the course)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Food Technology is undertaken within the course)

          Course description

          The Food Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course provides opportunities for students to develop food products and solutions as well as enhance practical skills through the care and safe handling of equipment and food preparation.

          Study of the Food Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course should contribute to students’ understanding of research, design, systems and environments, as well as their ability to manipulate and produce products.

          What students learn

          The structure of the Food Technology Life Skills course allows teachers to provide a broad and balanced program that reflects the needs of individual students within the context of the collaborative curriculum planning process. Students may study selected outcomes and content within the course.

          Study of the Food Technology Life Skills course involves:

          • knowledge and understanding of a design process
          • knowledge and skills of a range of technologies for a variety of purposes in the production of a design project
          • properties and characteristics of food
          • the nature of food, nutrition and the relationship of food to health
          • selection and use of food, equipment and techniques to produce a variety of food items
          • appreciation of the role of food in society

          Industries related to Food Technology Life Skills

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          On entering students for the Food Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course, the principal is certifying that the student is eligible and the decision is the result of the collaborative curriculum planning process.

          Students are expected to address or achieve one or more of the Food Technology Life Skills Stage 6 outcomes. They need not address or complete all of the content to demonstrate achievement of an outcome.

          RoSA and HSC




          Industrial Technology Life Skills

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 16684 Industrial Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16684 Industrial Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: A student studying any Stage 6 Life Skills course will usually have completed one or more courses based on Life Skills outcomes and content in Years 7–10, except under special circumstances.

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Life Skills Eligibility

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 11200 Industrial Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15200 Industrial Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Industrial Technology is undertaken within the course)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Industrial Technology is undertaken within the course)

          Course description

          The Industrial Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course provides opportunities for students to engage in an industry study and design process, as well as develop practical skills in designing, producing and evaluating an Industrial Technology project.

          Study of the Industrial Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course should contribute to students’ understanding of research, design, systems and environments, as well as their ability to manipulate and produce products.

          What students learn

          The structure of the Industrial Technology Life Skills course allows teachers to provide a broad and balanced program that reflects the needs of individual students within the context of the collaborative curriculum planning process. Students may study selected outcomes and content within the course.

          Study of the Industrial Technology Life Skills course must include ONE of the following focus areas:

          • Automotive Technologies
          • Electronics Technologies
          • Graphics Technologies
          • Metal and Engineering Technologies
          • Multimedia Technologies
          • Timber Products and Furniture Technologies

          Industries related to Industrial Technology Life Skills

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          On entering students for the Industrial Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course, the principal is certifying that the student is eligible and the decision is the result of the collaborative curriculum planning process.

          Students are expected to address or achieve one or more of the Industrial Technology Life Skills Stage 6 outcomes. They need not address or complete all of the content to demonstrate achievement of an outcome.

          RoSA and HSC




          Information Processes and Technology Life Skills

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 16685 Information Processes and Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16685 Information Processes and Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: A student studying any Stage 6 Life Skills course will usually have completed one or more courses based on Life Skills outcomes and content in Years 7–10, except under special circumstances.

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Life Skills Eligibility

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 11210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Information Processes and Technology is undertaken within the course)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Information Processes and Technology is undertaken within the course)

          Course description

          The Information Processes and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course provides opportunities for students to gain an appreciation of the nature of information, its ethical use and impact on aspects of life.

          Study of the Information Processes and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course should contribute to students’ understanding of research, design, systems and environments, as well as their ability to manipulate and produce products.

          What students learn

          The structure of the Information Processes and Technology Life Skills course allows teachers to provide a broad and balanced program that reflects the needs of individual students within the context of the collaborative curriculum planning process. Students may study selected outcomes and content within the course.

          Study of the Information Processes and Technology Life Skills course involves:

          • knowledge and understanding of a design process
          • knowledge and skills of a range of technologies for a variety of purposes in the production of a design project
          • functional requirements of information systems for a range of applications
          • the nature and performance of information systems
          • selection and use of tools and processes to produce and care for an information system for an identified need
          • appreciation of social and ethical issues and the significance of information systems in society

          Industries related to Information Processes and Technology Life Skills

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          On entering students for the Information Processes and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course, the principal is certifying that the student is eligible and the decision is the result of the collaborative curriculum planning process.

          Students are expected to address or achieve one or more of the Information Processes and Technology Life Skills Stage 6 outcomes. They need not address or complete all of the content to demonstrate achievement of an outcome.

          RoSA and HSC




          Technology Life Skills

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: A student studying any Stage 6 Life Skills course will usually have completed one or more courses based on Life Skills outcomes and content in Years 7–10, except under special circumstances.

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Life Skills Eligibility

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions: The following are excluded where the equivalent content is being undertaken within the Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course:

          • 11010 Agriculture (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15010 Agriculture (2 units – HSC)
          • 16681 Agriculture Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16681 Agriculture Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
          • 11080 Design and Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15080 Design and Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16682 Design and Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16682 Design and Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
          • 11180 Food Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15180 Food Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16683 Food Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16683 Food Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
          • 11200 Industrial Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15200 Industrial Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16684 Industrial Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16684 Industrial Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
          • 11210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 16685 Information Processes and Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16685 Information Processes and Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC)
          • 11370 Textiles and Design (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15390 Textiles and Design (2 units – HSC)
          • 16680 Textiles and Design Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16680 Textiles and Design Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Course description

          The Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course allows teachers to develop a program of study that draws from two or more courses across the technologies.

          Study of the Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course should contribute to students’ understanding of research, design, systems and environments, as well as their ability to manipulate and produce products.

          Students acquire knowledge, understanding and skills in order to solve problems and meet identified needs within the context of a design process. They are provided with opportunities to engage in a diverse range of practical and creative activities using a variety of resources, materials, tools and techniques

          What students learn

          The structure of the Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course allows teachers to provide a broad and balanced program that reflects the needs of individual students within the context of the collaborative curriculum planning process. Students may study outcomes and content selected from two or more of the following courses:

          • Agriculture
          • Design and Technology
          • Food Technology
          • Industrial Technology (including one of the following focus areas: automotive, electronics, graphics, metal and engineering, multimedia, timber products and furniture)
          • Information Processes and Technology
          • Textiles and Design (including one or more of the following focus areas: apparel, furnishings, costume, textile arts, non-apparel)

          Content for the Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course should be carefully selected so as not to duplicate content for a student also studying any of the above as a single course.

          Industries related to Technology Life Skills

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways. Industries related to this course will be dependent on the content selected for study. For information about potential career paths, please see Your Career.

          Course requirements

          On entering students for the Technology Life Skills Stage 6 course, the principal is certifying that the student is eligible and the decision is the result of the collaborative curriculum planning process.

          Students are expected to address or achieve one or more of the Technology Life Skills Stage 6 outcomes. They need not address or complete all of the content to demonstrate achievement of an outcome.

          RoSA and HSC




          Textiles and Design Life Skills

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          Board Developed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 16680 Textiles and Design Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 16680 Textiles and Design Life Skills (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: A student studying any Stage 6 Life Skills course will usually have completed one or more courses based on Life Skills outcomes and content in Years 7–10, except under special circumstances.

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Life Skills Eligibility

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 11370 Textiles and Design (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15390 Textiles and Design (2 units – HSC)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – Preliminary) (where Textiles and Design is undertaken within the course)
          • 16686 Technology Life Skills (2 units – HSC) (where Textiles and Design is undertaken within the course)

          Course description

          The Textiles and Design Life Skills Stage 6 course provides opportunities for students to develop practical skills in the design, selection, production, evaluation and care of textiles in the contexts of a design project.

          Study of the Textiles and Design Life Skills Stage 6 course should contribute to students’ understanding of research, design, systems and environments, as well as their ability to manipulate and produce products.

          What students learn

          The structure of the Textiles and Design Life Skills Stage 6 course allows teachers to provide a broad and balanced program that reflects the needs of individual students within the context of the collaborative curriculum planning process. Students may study selected outcomes and content within the course.

          Study of the Textiles and Design Life Skills course must include one or more of the following focus areas:

          • apparel
          • furnishings
          • costume
          • textile arts
          • non-apparel

          Industries related to Textiles and Design Life Skills

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          On entering students for the Textiles and Design Life Skills Stage 6 course, the principal is certifying that the student is eligible and the decision is the result of the collaborative curriculum planning process.

          Students are expected to address or achieve one or more of the Textiles and Design Life Skills Stage 6 outcomes. They need not address or complete all of the content to demonstrate achievement of an outcome.

          RoSA and HSC




          Content Endorsed Courses

          Computing Applications

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          Content Endorsed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 35020 Computing Applications (1 unit – Preliminary)
          • 35021 Computing Applications (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 35022 Computing Applications (1 unit – HSC)
          • 35023 Computing Applications (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: Nil

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Nil

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions:

          • 11210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15210 Information Processes and Technology (2 units – HSC)
          • 11340 Software Design and Development (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 15360 Software Design and Development (2 units – HSC)
          • 65391 Applied Digital Technologies VET BEC 120 hours
          • 65393 Applied Digital Technologies VET BEC 180 hours

          Course description

          Computers and related information technology permeate all aspects of contemporary life. Computer technology has become an integral part of the workplace and it has also become an increasingly obvious part of our entertainment and recreation.

          What students learn

          Computing Applications is a 'hands-on' skills-based course aimed at developing the student's abilities to use hardware and software to complete a range of practical experiences in a broad range of topic areas. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of the role of computing in completing tasks that enable them to be confident users of the technology. Students will also develop skills in evaluation and be able to discriminate in the use of this technology to accomplish a defined task.

          It is expected that the target group for Computing Applications is those students who have had little practical experience in using computers. Schools may choose from a range of modules to develop a program of study that suits the needs of the group of students.

          Industries related to Computing Applications

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          Nil.

          RoSA and HSC





          Marine Studies

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          Content Endorsed Course

          Course number(s):

          • 33502 Marine Studies (1 unit – Preliminary)
          • 33503 Marine Studies (2 units – Preliminary)
          • 33504 Marine Studies (1 unit – HSC)
          • 33505 Marine Studies (2 units – HSC)

          Prerequisites: Nil

          Corequisites: Nil

          Eligibility: Nil

          Study via self-tuition: No

          Exclusions: Nil

          Course description

          The oceans cover more than 70% of the earth's surface and influence all forms of life on this planet. Oceans are alternatively viewed as areas rich in minerals and marine life, which can supply our needs virtually without limit, or as convenient dumping grounds for agricultural, industrial and domestic waste.

          The growing demands of urbanisation, industry, recreation and tourism have increased the pressures on marine facilities and our fragile water ecosystems. There is a need for wise management practices and a responsible, realistic approach to conservation of marine resources into the twenty-first century.

          What students learn

          Marine Studies provides an opportunity for students to view these issues in a comprehensive and global perspective.

          Marine Studies provides an educational context, linked to the needs of a significantly coastal and waterways-based population, fostering links to tertiary study and vocational pathways. Further, this syllabus brings a wide range of marine-based leisure experiences to students in a safe setting. Marine Studies provides for both practical and theoretical learning and students' acquire skills to solve real life problems.

          Through Marine Studies students will develop:

          • knowledge, understanding and appreciation that promote sound environmental practices in the marine environment
          • the ability to cooperatively manage activities and communicate in a marine context
          • an ability to apply the skills of critical thinking, research and analysis
          • knowledge and understanding of marine industries and their interaction with society and with leisure pursuits
          • knowledge, understanding and skills in safe practices in the marine context.

          Industries related to Marine Studies

          The knowledge and skills developed in this course can be applied across a range of career pathways.

          Industries related to this course include, but are not limited to, the following outlined on the Your Career website:

          Course requirements

          Nil.

          RoSA and HSC

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