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Ākonga who enjoy designing and making things should enrol in this subject. Technology ākonga can choose to work in food technology, hard materials or fashion/textiles technology. Ākonga use the design process and develop their technological skills in areas that interest them. Technology encourages ākonga to think creatively and design practical solutions to problems they have identified. Ākonga are expected to work with people and with resources in their community so that their projects are meaningful and authentic.
Materials and Processing Technology is a hands-on, creative subject that encourages ākonga to explore all three strands of the technology curriculum through the design and creation of fit-for-purpose outcomes. Ākonga who study Materials and Processing Technology will develop knowledge about materials, techniques, and processes. They will learn to plan projects and create outcomes that address a need or opportunity while considering its impact on the environment. Ākonga will explore their creativity, follow their passions, and flourish as technological designers, creators, and innovators, as they take these skills with them into their future.
No prior learning needed.
| Standard | Description | Version | Credits | Assessment | L1 Lit/Num | UE Lit/Num | Vocational Pathways |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92012 | Develop a Materials and ProcessingTechnology outcome in an authentic context | 3 | 6 | Internal | |||
| 92013 | Experiment with different materials to developa Materials and Processing Technology outcome | 3 | 6 | Internal | |||
| 92014 | Demonstrate understanding of sustainable practices in the development of a Materials and ProcessingTechnology design | 3 | 4 | External | |||
| 92015 | Demonstrate understanding of techniques selected for a feasible Materials and ProcessingTechnology outcome | 3 | 4 | External |