Technology 11-12
Welcome to the Technology Years 11 -12 page.
The buttons on the left-hand navigation bar lead you to subject specific pages which feature support material for the HSC Technology subjects in the form of course plans and units of work; assessment and reporting; and teaching ideas. There are also links to other websites which may be useful. Many of the ideas and activities featured can be utilised across the entire range of technology subjects.
2014 HSC important dates for practical and performance examinations
Please be aware of significant changes to the Completion and hand-in dates and times for Industrial Technology Major Projects (3.00pm Thursday 7 August) and Design and Technology Major Design Projects (3.00pm Thursday 21 August)
Download the calendar in PDF format
Release of the HSC Written Examination Timetable
The 2014 HSC written examination timetable will be released on Wednesday 30 April.
Students will be able to access personalised timetables via Students Online using their student number and PIN. Schools will also have access to school specific timetables via Schools Online > My Reports > Written Examinations > Written Examination Summary from this date. PDF version of the timetable will also be available on the BOSTES website at http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/events/ for download.
Amendments to examination specifications for Stage 6 Software Design and Development
Examination specifications for the Stage 6 Software Design and Development syllabus have undergone amendment.
Implementation of the amended examination specifications will commence for HSC examinations in 2014.
The amended examination specifications are available to download from the Software Design and Development syllabus page of the BOSTES website.
3D Printing Professional Learning Resources
The following resources were produced from professional learning to support the implementation of 3D printing.
Content | Interview (Adobe Connect) | PowerPoint Presentation | ||
Session 1 | What is 3D printing | Introduced 3D printing terms and technologies. Featured Angus Deveson from 3D Printing Studios, Sydney and Annette Mauer from Object: Australian Design Centre | ||
Session 2 | Meet the designers | Looked at real world design application of 3D printing. Featured Industrial Designer Andrew Simpson and Jewellery Designer Cinnamon Lee. | ||
Session 3 | Meet the teacher | Explored hands-on classroom application of the technology. Featured Ruth Thompson, Head Teacher Technology, Bossley Park High School. |
ANAPHYLAXIS Procedures for schools
It is essential that all teachers are aware of and follow the correct procedures. The Procedures have particular relevance to teachers in the Technology Learning Area, especially those subjects with a focus on food preparation and/or sharing.
The Anaphylaxis Procedures for Schools are currently under review. Information about changes/updates will be made available as soon as released.
Reminder...
The Anaphylaxis Procedures for Schools are mandatory. They state:
To minimise the risk of exposure to a high risk allergen, schools should avoid the use of peanuts, peanut butter or other peanut products in curricular or extra-curricular activities. They should also review curriculum materials to make sure that they do not advocate the use of peanuts, peanut butter or other peanut products.
These precautions apply to all schools whether or not any student is known to be at risk from anaphylaxis.
Changes, updates and amendments to HSC examination specifications.
This link will take you to the Board of Studies website - official notices - to keep you informed and up to date with the latest changes to HSC examinations.
Stage 6 Agriculture Syllabus - minor amendments
The amended Agriculture Stage 6 Syllabus will replace the existing Agriculture Stage 6 Syllabus. It will be first examined in the HSC 2015.
On Friday, 18 October 2013 the Board of Studies NSW released the following Official Notice.
The Stage 6 Agriculture Syllabus has been amended to clarify the expectations of the content.
Implementation of the amended syllabus will commence in 2014 for the Preliminary course with the first HSC examination based on the amended syllabus in 2015.
Key amendments to the syllabus include:
- replacing ‘such as’ with ‘including’ in 12 of 23 locations to clarify breadth and depth of content
- replacing ‘or’ with ‘and’ in 3 locations to improve consistency
- amendments to text regarding OHS, test of significance and improvements to consistency between options.
The amended Agriculture syllabus is available to download from the syllabus section of the Board’s website.
A summary of amendments to the Agriculture Stage 6 Syllabus can be found here.
The amended Agriculture syllabus with tracked changes can be found here.
Board of Studies CAFS Syllabus amendments
The amended Community and Family Studies syllabus can now be found on the Board of Studies NSW website.
All teachers should note that only the amended Preliminary course will be implemented in 2014, resulting in that cohort completing the first HSC course in 2015 based on the amended syllabus.
Teachers should continue to teach the existing syllabus to their current HSC students who will complete their HSC in 2014. See the BOS NSW Official Notice
ACHPER NSW is running four CAFS Preliminary workshops in November for more detailed information see the link below and contact ACHPER NSW.
Board of Studies CAFS Life Skills Syllabus
The Board of Studies NSW has also developed a Community and Family Studies Life Skills Syllabus. See the Official Notice from BOS NSW
Information on HSC practical works available
Information for schools on the submission of HSC practical works, preparation for practical exams and marking of practical exams has been sent to principals as listed below and is available in the Memos and Documents section of Schools Online. (login required)
The information includes submission dates, certification requirements, packaging instructions, exam room setup and conduct, arrangements for markers and Board of Studies contact details if further information is needed.
Textiles and Design Major Textiles Projects
Industrial Technology Major Projects
Design and Technology Major Design Projects
General Assessment and Reporting information
This folder contains essential reading and helpful web site links for assessment and reporting on HSC Technology subjects.
For further information:
BOSES Inspector, Technology Education
(02) 9367 8485
HSC/TAFE Credit Transfer web site
Details regarding current credit transfer arrangements between new HSC courses and TAFE are available at this site. Technology teachers should be familiar with this information because students who successfully complete any of the Stage 6 Technology courses may be eligible for significant amounts of credit transfer into specific TAFE courses.
Universities Admissions Centre
This link takes you to the web page of the University Admissions Centre. Here you can complete a search for current information pertaining to the course you wish to undertake.
NSW HSC Online
This site provides resources to support students studying for their final school exam. It provides especially prepared materials relevant to each specific HSC course and quality-assured links to websites worldwide. It is a joint initiative of the NSW Department of Education and Communities and Charles Sturt University.
For matters related to Technology 7-12 subjects please email: Sandra.McKee4@det.nsw.edu.au
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