Technological and Applied Studies (TAS)
About Technological and Applied Studies
Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) courses provide unique opportunities for students of all backgrounds and abilities to develop their understanding of current and emerging technologies in a safe, supportive and challenging environment. Individual and group practical applications are undertaken in all courses and students are provided with the opportunity to work with a variety of tools, techniques, technologies and skills. This develops the student's confidence and creativity to produce work to the best of their abilities.
Subjects in Stage 4 - Year 7 and 8
Technology (Mandatory)
Subjects in Stage 5 - Year 9 and 10
Food Technology
Child Studies
Textiles Technology
Industrial Technology – Timber
Design and Technology
Subjects in Stage 6 - Year 11 and 12
Food Technology
Community & Family Studies
Exploring Early Childhood
Design and Technology
Industrial technology - Timber
Hospitality VET – Kitchen Operations
About 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 use a range of tools, materials and techniques in the design process and technological experiences through theory and practical lessons. As well as the mandatory study of technology, students can select from a range of elective TAS subjects.
The continuum of technology learning is:
based on students becoming increasingly sophisticated in their ability to design and produce solutions for authentic needs and opportunities
an option for student specialisation in high school through a range of syllabuses addressing particular technologies and aspects of design.
About Industrial Arts at Camden High School
Industrial Arts courses have a unique focus on creativity, innovation and the successful implementation of innovative ideas. Students will investigate the importance of evaluation, the role of computer-based technologies, management, communication and collaborative design, as well as exploring current and emerging technologies.
A variety of tools, equipment and processes will be applied throughout the development of practical projects. Through the completion of these projects, students are provided with the opportunity to develop specific production and manufacturing skills using a variety of materials.
Our students have to opportunity to use ICT to research and document existing design ideas, the work of Engineers and project production processes.
Industrial Arts is inclusive of the needs, interests and aspirations of all students. It provides opportunities for students to develop projects in areas of individual interest, to discuss equity issues related to design, production and manufacturing in the Australian society and to consider careers in the fields of design and manufacturing.
Courses offered :
Stage 4 – Year 8
Technology (Mandatory)
Stage 5 Year 9 and 10
Industrial Technology – Timber
Design & Technology
Stage 6 - Year 11 and 12
Design & Technology