Stage 1
Stage 2 Electronics -Studied at Stage 1
Assumed Knowledge
Students are assumed to have basic practical skills.
Prerequisites
Students must have studied Stage 1 Electronics in Year 10.
Focus Capabilities
Personal development, work and learning.
Related Subject
Subject Description
Through the study of Design and Technology, students develop the ability to identify, create, initiate and develop products, processes and systems. Students learn to use tools, materials and systems safely and competently to complete a product. They also analyse the impacts of technology, including social, environmental and sustainable consequences.
Content
The focus area for this subject is Systems and Control Products; students use devices such as electrical, electronic and mechanical components, including microcontrollers, to design and make products. Students produce products that demonstrate the knowledge and skills associated with may using control systems, processes, and materials such as electronic components, programmable chips, circuitry, robotic components, gears, levers, etc.
Course Fees
Nil.
Additional Costs
Nil.
Assessment Type 1:
Skills & Application Tasks: Theory Tasks, Practical Skills Exercises.
Assessment Type 2:
Products: Design & make electronic products.
Assessment Type 3:
External Assessment: Folio.
Assessment Type 4:
N/A
Learning Area Map
