Year 8 Technology Electives

Food Technology

Food Discovery

Students are introduced to contemporary concepts in food. They have the opportunity to further explore the function and sustainability of fresh, delicious foods which are vital for maintaining optimum health. They will learn and expand on their knowledge of ingredients necessary for developing successful recipes. Through taste testing and practical classes, students will share and evaluate their products. Theory lessons provide students with a firm foundation in the design process where they will investigate foods using ICT and other media. From there, they have the opportunity to create and produce a chosen recipe which they then evaluate using sensory words.

Junior Masterchef

Students increase their knowledge of food and cooking in all areas of a working kitchen. They demonstrate hands on experience in using new equipment while dealing with a variety of fresh produce. In theory sessions, students investigate food sustainability, aspects of the Australian food industry, cooking techniques and specific ingredients. This knowledge is then applied using the design process where students have the opportunity to create, produce and evaluate their own recipes in accordance with specifications provided in design briefs. Students will also explore the benefits of eating a wide range of foods from the Australian Healthy Eating Plate and of choosing fresh produce over processed foods. They are ultimately challenged to demonstrate their ability to use and adapt a wide range of ingredients in the design, production and evaluation of their own healthy dish.

The who, what and why of food

This research based inquiry subject will allow students to research and focus on a specific area of food they find interesting. Students study a topic they find interesting such as a particular culture's food, the process of ingredients being made or the service industry and create a tell all project about their topic. Students may have an opportunity to visit examples of the industries that being studied. This non-practical subject will promote research skills and the theory behind the food we eat. (Please note there is NO Charge for this theory based subject)

Digital Technology

Micro computers

Tiny yet powerful computers are everywhere these days, from Fitbits to Smartphones. In Maker Space you will explore the world of micro computers. Design, program and build your own. High tech security, wearable tech, robotics and other computer driven gadgets are all a possibility. Using hardware such as Arduinos, lights, motors, servos, sensors and more you will create a design brief to build, test and refine.

Robotics

Welcome to the robo-revolution. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotic devices are becoming ever more prevalent in every aspect of our lives, from Siri to self-driving cars. Be a part of the revolution. Learn about the many different types of robotic devices that are at our doorstep. Learn how they are controlled, programmed and manipulated to ease and assist our lives

Design Technology

Year 8 Design Tech

Work with wood, play with plastic, skill up on software that can turn ordinary materials into objects of your own design. In design tech you will use your head to build on your design thinking skills, and use your hands to turn your plans into a reality. Learn to solve problems and fulfil design brief challenges whilst working with a variety of physical tools and design based software programs.

Textiles

Textiles involves using material to design and produce functional products. Students will follow the design process to develop, make and evaluate unique and creative textile products. They will investigate the characteristics of selected materials to help them plan and annotate their designs. With increasing autonomy, students follow the steps involved in design tasks. Students will also need to show consideration of environmental and sustainability factors in their research. This course focuses on hand-building so students can develop foundational skills they can build on in the future.