TECHNOLOGY DOMAIN
Deeane Cordy
Technology Instructional Leader
Learning in the Technology Domain gives you the freedom to use your creativity to solve problems in a real-world context.
Technology is an increasingly significant part of our society, which is why it is important that we learn the appliances and systems people rely on daily in order to create a more efficient, safer and healthier world.
We foster an appreciation for traditional techniques, while also exploring the frenetic world of emerging technologies. Here, you have opportunities to analyse problems and implement a range of digital and design solutions such as artificial intelligence engines, engineering robots, building sustainable furniture and improving the quality and accessibility of food.
In this Domain you have the choice to explore technologies in the areas of; digital, fibre, food, materials and systems engineering.
9 Digital - Animation and 3D Modelling
- Learn the full animation production process from idea to final project
- Use industry-standard software to create 3D animations
- Develop both creative design and technical digital skills
Subject Code: P1TDT
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn the stages of the animation production process, including developing ideas, character design, story development, and project planning. Using industry-standard software - Blender, you will explore the fundamentals of 3D modelling, texturing, animation, and rendering while building both creative and technical skills.
What will I do?
You will design characters and concepts, create 3D models, and produce your own animated projects. Through hands-on tasks, you will apply animation techniques and refine your work to produce a finished digital animation.Where can this take me?
Year 10: 10 Video Game Development.
VCE Subjects: VCE Applied Computing; VCE Media.
Careers/Jobs: Animator, game level designer, programmer/software developer, game artist.
Duration:
1 semester.
9 Fibre Technology
- Develop sewing and textile construction skills through creative projects
- Learn fabric decoration techniques such as embroidery, dyeing, and printing
- Explore sustainable fashion and textile practices
Subject Code: P1TFT
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn how to confidently use a sewing machine and apply a range of stitches and construction techniques. You will explore fabric decoration methods, including hand embroidery, felting, fabric dyeing, and fabric printing. You will also learn techniques such as zip insertion, patchwork, quilting, and appliqué while investigating sustainability in the textile industry and the impacts of fast fashion.
What will I do?
You will create a range of functional and creative textile projects such as tote bags, make-up bags, pencil cases, and accessories. You will experiment with different fabrics and materials, apply decorative techniques to personalise your designs, and complete learning tasks focused on sustainable fashion and textile production.
Where can this take me?
Year 10: 10 Fibre.
VCE Subjects: VCE Production Design & Technology – Textiles, VCE Art Making & Exhibiting.
Careers/Jobs: Textile artist, fashion designer, costume designer, visual arts and crafts professional.
Duration:
1 semester.
9 Food - Breakfast, Lunches and Dinners
This subject is replacing subject name: Food - Breakfast, Lunches & Dinners
- Learn to plan and cook everyday meals and baked treats
- Explore healthy eating, food trends, and sustainable practices
- Design your own creative food bowl as part of a practical assessment
Subject Code: P1TFB
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn how to plan, prepare and present a variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals. You will explore the principles of the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating and how food choices support health and wellbeing. You will also investigate current food trends, sustainable food practices, and strategies to minimise food waste through effective meal planning and ingredient management.
What will I do?
You will participate in hands-on cooking lessons where you prepare everyday meals and home-baked treats while developing safe and hygienic food handling skills. You will research food trends and complete a design assessment where you create and present your own balanced and creative food bowl.
Where can this take me?
Year 10 subjects: 10 Foods Around the World, 10 Cafe Style
VCE Subjects: VCE Food Studies, VET Hospitality.
Careers/Jobs: Hospitality, chef, food technologist, childcare coordinator, home economist, nutritionist.
Duration:
1 semester.
9 Food - Cooking for Crowds
This subject is replacing subject name: Food - Cooking for Crowds
- Learn to prepare and cook food safely for large groups and school events
- Develop skills in teamwork, recipe planning, and quantity calculations
- Gain hands-on experience through regular practical cooking sessions and design projects
Subject Code: P1TFC
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn safe and hygienic food handling practices, how to adjust ingredient quantities for larger groups, and how to write and follow standard recipe cards. You will also build teamwork and kitchen organisation skills.
What will I do?
You will take part in regular practical cooking lessons, work in teams to prepare food for school functions, and complete design projects such as creating café snack menus and desserts.
Where can this take me?
Year 10: 10 Foods Around the World, 10 Cafe Style.
VCE Subjects: VCE Food Studies, VET Hospitality.
Careers/Jobs: Hospitality, chef, food technologist, childcare coordinator, home economist, nutritionist.
Duration:
1 semester.
9 Materials - Metal
- Learn practical metal fabrication and workshop skills
- Use hand tools, power tools, and machinery safely
- Design and manufacture quality metal projects
Subject Code: P1TMM
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn how to measure, mark out, cut, shape, bend, drill, and weld metal using industry-standard techniques. You will develop skills in reading drawings, following production plans, and applying safe workshop practices. You will also build problem-solving skills and learn how to evaluate and improve your finished products.
What will I do?
You will complete a range of practical metal projects, working both individually and in teams. You will safely use hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery while developing welding, cutting, shaping, and fabrication skills. You will design, manufacture, test, and refine your projects to a high standard of craftsmanship.Where can this take me?
Year 10: 10 Materials Technology – Metal
VCE Subjects: VCE Product Design & Technology, VET Engineering.
Careers/Jobs: Fitting and fabrication trades.
Duration:
1 semester.
9 Materials - Timber Design
- Redesign and build your own timber side table
- Develop practical woodworking and workshop skills
- Apply the design process to improve function, strength, and sustainability
Subject Code: P1TMT
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn how to apply the design process to improve a furniture product for function, strength, sustainability, and user needs. You will develop skills in sketching and creating technical drawings, production planning, and safely using timber tools and equipment. You will also learn how to evaluate your finished product against design requirements.
What will I do?
You will redesign a small timber side table using a supplied design as a starting point. You will create sketches and technical drawings, plan your production steps, and construct your final table using workshop tools and machinery. You will test and evaluate how well your table meets the needs of the end user.Where can this take me?
Year 10: 10 Timber Design.
VCE Subjects: VCE Product Design and Technologies, VET Engineering.
Careers/Jobs: This unit provides insights into careers in trades, and further study in design and manufacturing.
Duration:
1 semester.
9 Systems - 3D Design and Construction
This subject is replacing subject name: Systems - 3D Design & Construction
- Design and build hands-on electronics projects
- Use CAD and 3D printing to create custom components
- Test, fault-find, and improve real working systems
Subject Code: P1TSC
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn how to design and manufacture electronic systems, including developing printed circuit boards and components. You will use CAD software and 3D printing technology to create and refine designs. You will also explore concepts such as energy, forces, safety, sustainability, and emerging technologies while developing testing and fault-finding skills.
What will I do?
You will design, simulate, and build electronic projects, including creating a custom 3D-printed enclosure for your own Shockbox. You will test and improve your designs, work with both simulated and real systems, and complete a final project using the skills you have developed throughout the course.Where can this take me?
Year 10: 10 Remote Controlled Vehicle, 10 Intelligent Systems Design
VCE Subjects: Further study in VCE Systems Engineering, VCE Product Design and Technologies, VET Engineering, Digital Technologies.
Careers/Jobs: Engineer, electrician.
Duration:
1 semester.
9 Systems - Robotics
This subject is replacing subject name: Systems - Robotics
- Design, build, and program a VEX robot as part of a team
- Apply STEM principles to solve real engineering problems
- Compete head-to-head after testing and refining your robot
Subject Code: P1TSR
Year Level: 9
What will I learn?
You will learn about materials, forces, energy, and motion while applying STEM and robotics principles. You will develop skills in robot construction, programming, CAD design, 3D printing, prototyping, and diagnostic testing. You will also build teamwork and problem-solving skills as you redesign and improve your robot.
What will I do?
You will work in a team to design and build a VEX robot, program it to complete specific tasks, and refine your design through testing and modification. You will use CAD and 3D printing to improve components and compete against other teams in exciting head-to-head challenges.Where can this take me?
Year 10: 10 Remote Controlled Vehicle, 10 Intelligent Systems Design
VCE Subjects: Further study in VCE Systems Engineering, VCE Product Design and Technologies, Digital Technologies, VET Engineering.
Careers/Jobs: Engineer, electrician.
Duration:
1 semester.