by Melanie McRandle

TECHNOLOGY - Hangarau

YEAR 9

DIGITAL BITS AND BYTES – 9DIGI1

Digital Technologies

How do computers work? Code simple programmes, design exciting games and create awesome digital content. Students will also print 3D prototypes using a 3D printer.

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BEDROOM DESIGN – 9DVC1

Design and Visual Communications (DVC)

Create a 3D model of your ultimate bedroom with architectural design techniques. Develop your sketching, rendering, modelling and computer aided design skills.

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DESIGNER SHORTS/SLEEPWEAR – 9FDT1

Fashion Design Technology

Design and create your own unique shorts or sleepwear. Explore contemporary designers and develop skills in fashion sketching and prototyping.

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HEALTHY FAST FOOD – 9FOD1

Food Design Technology

Become a label detective. Create healthy snacks that are fast to cook and tasty to eat. Enjoy designing food packaging for a school fundraiser.

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STORAGE SOLUTION – 9PDT1

Product Development Technology

Design and build 2 small storage projects for your home. Use a range of tools and equipment to select materials, learn about, and apply creative finishes. 

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YEAR 10

Students can select different Technologies for each semester or the same Technology should they wish to.


FOOD FOR FUEL – 10FOD1

Food Technology

Investigate the four food groups and learn how the food you eat fuels your body. Explore how food advertising influences your food choices.

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FOOD PASSPORT – 10FOD2

Food Technology

Investigate foods from a range of culture and learn how the food you eat links to your personal identity. Plan and prepare a cultural dish for a My Food Bag style task.

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DESIGNER HOODIE – 10FDT1

Fashion Design Technology

Research the latest design trends and acquire the skills to make your own hoodie or sweatshirt that reflects your unique style and wardrobe.

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DESIGNER TRACKPANTS – 10FDT2

Fashion Design Technology

Research the latest design trends and acquire the skill to make your own trackpants that reflect your unique style, and wardrobe.

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WEB WONDERS – 10DIGI1

Digital Technologies

Ever wondered how cool websites get created? Curious about the images used? Design and build a website using HTML and CSS code and manipulate images using Adobe programmes. 

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CODE CRACKER – 10DIGI2

Digital Technologies

Ever wondered what it would be like to make your own computer game or what happens on the inside of a computer? Let’s find out! Create 2D games and learn to code and debug in the text-based language of Python.

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SHOP DESIGN – 10DVC1

Design and Visual Communications (DVC)

Present with architectural techniques, creating a 3D shop model that reflects your personal style. Further develop your sketching, rendering, modelling and computer aided design skills.

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PRODUCT DESIGN – 10DVC2

Design and Visual Communications (DVC)

Design a product, skateboard, or bedroom furniture of choice. Develop your product through a variety of presentation techniques, sketching, rendering and modelling using computer aided design.

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EDUCATIONAL TOYS – 10PDT1

Product Design Technology

Design, model and build a play kitchen suitable for a child so they can learn through play. Select materials, joining systems and quality finishes to enhance your product.

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SITTING AROUND – 10PDT2

Product Design Technology

Design, model and build a seating system for your chosen space. Select materials, joining systems and quality finishes to enhance your product.