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 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.
Technological and applied studies (TAS) at Kotara High School
Through the study of technology courses, students engage in a diverse range of practical experiences and develop knowledge and understanding of contemporary and advancing technologies. They develop solutions to identified problems and situations, and explore the impact of technologies on the individual, society and the environment.
The Technology learning area encompasses the areas traditionally known as Industrial Arts and Home Economics and recent facility upgrades have allowed for the delivery of Vocational Education courses that offer nationally recognised trade training qualifications.
Students learn to design in this subject area and the courses offered are predominately practical and therefore enjoyed by students.
Choosing a Technology subject gives students the opportunity to gain valuable life skills that are relevant for further study or future employment.
Perhaps the most enjoyable aspect of selecting a Technology subject is the satisfaction of seeing something materialise from basic raw materials into a project that is a testimony to the skills of the creator.
Subjects offered:
The following link provides access to syllabus document in the technologies - https://syllabus.nesa.nsw.edu.au/tas/
Stage 4
Technology Mandatory
2019 is the implementation of a new Technology Mandatory syllabus for all Year 7 students. Mandatory content areas include:
- Digital Technologies, Materials Technology, Food and Agriculture and Engineered systems.
Stage 5
- Food Technology
- Child Studies
- Textiles Technology - Funky Threads
- Industrial Technology – Metals
- Industrial Technology – Electronics
- Industrial Technology - Timber
- Industrial technology - Engineering
- Industrial technology - Building & Construction
Stage 6
- Construction (VET)
- Metals & Engineering (VET)
- Hospitality (VET) - Food & Beverage
- Industrial Technology - Timber
- Engineering Studies
- Community and Family Studies
- Food Technology
Faculty requirements:
Homework and Assessment
Assessment is the ongoing process of gathering, analysing and reflecting on evidence to make informed and consistent judgments of student progress and achievements.
These processes allow students to improve on future learning and performance, and provide useful information to report credibly to parents on student achievement.
These guidelines have been developed to allow students to become responsible learners and managers of their learning commitments.
- It is the student's responsibility to submit tasks for assessment within the required time frame
- Students will be given 10 school days' notice of assessment tasks
- Non submission of a task will be awarded a zero and parents/care providers informed
- Late submissions will be penalised with 10% penalty for each day late
- Tasks must be submitted before the close of school business on the due date
- If a student is absent on the due date the task must be submitted on the day they return to school (even if the subject is not timetabled on that day). The task must be accompanied by an explanation. Full marks will be awarded if a valid reason is supplied. Late penalties will apply if an inadequate or non-explanation occurs.
- If a student knows about an absent prior to the due date then he/she needs to notify the teacher to discuss an alternate date for submission
- Parents will be notified by mail of any tasks not submitted
Computer or technology problems are not seen as valid reasons for failure to submit assessment tasks. Students are advised to keep ‘back up' copies and allow sufficient time for printing.
Unfair advantage - If a student does something that gives them an unfair advantage they may be penalised and a possible zero mark awarded for the task. This can include copying other people's work, cheating in a test, or providing your work to be copied by others, etc.
Staff are always available to assist students with the requirements of assessment events. If any student experiences difficulties in meeting the demands of an assessment event he/she should speak to the classroom teacher or Head Teacher TAS.
Success will be the reward for those who are committed to doing their personal best through consistent effort and application. All students are encouraged to AIM HIGH in every aspect of their school commitments.
Parents can help and encourage their children to organise their time and assessment tasks in order to develop effective ‘life long' management strategies
Footwear guidelines
Technology studies are undertaken in specialised technology workshop environments.
To ensure student safety in line with Kotara High School and Department of Education policies all students in the workshop environment MUST wear appropriate footwear.
This is limited to enclosed non slip leather footwear. Please refer to the Kotara High School website to clarify the required shoe styles.
Examples of unacceptable footwear include canvas shoes and mesh topped sports shoes.
We seek your support in ensuring that students have the appropriate footwear for the workshop environments.
Without the correct footwear, students will be unable to access the workshop and an alternate learning environment will be provided.
If you have any queries or require support to provide the required footwear for your child, do not hesitate to contact the school.
Equipment requirements specific to all technology course will be communicated with students when courses commence.
