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Industrial Arts

Design and Technology — Years 7 and 8 (mandatory)

Topics include:

  • Architectural Design
  • Environmental Design
  • Industrial Design
  • Food Design
  • Jewellery Design
  • Digital Media Design
Years 9 and 10

Courses include

  • Graphics Technology
  • Photography Electronics
  • Information Software & Technology
  • Wood
  • Engineering
  • Metal
Years 11 and 12

Our students enjoy the opportunity to work in one of three very well equipped workshops.

The following Preliminary and HSC courses are offered at Corowa High School:

Industrial Technology - 2 unit

This course consists of project work and an Industry Study. Focus areas include the following industries: Automotive, Building and Construction, Electronics, Graphics, Metals and Engineering, Multimedia, Plastics, Timber Products and Furniture.

Engineering
 Studies - 2 unit

Students study and develop engineering reports for modules, including:

· Engineered products

· Bio-Engineering

· Engineered products

· Aeronautical

· Engineering and 
  Telecommunications
  Engineering.

Design & Technology - 2 unit

Students study design processes, design theory and factors in relation to design products.

They also study designing and producing which includes the completion of a Major Design Project.

Information Processes & Technology - 2 unit

The study of computer based information systems. Through project work, students will create their own information system to meet an identified need.

Software Design & Development - 2 unit

Introduces students to the basic concepts of computer design and development.

Students develop and document software. Through this, students will learn to solve a number of interesting and relevant software problems.

Metals & Engineering
(VET course)

For students who wish to work in the manufacturing, engineering and related service industries. Based on units of competency and skills and knowledge needed by workers in these industries.

Construction
 (VET course)

For students who wish to work in the construction industry