Design & Technologies
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In an increasingly technological and complex world, it is important to develop knowledge and confidence to critically analyse and creatively respond to design challenges. Knowledge, understanding and skills involved in the design, development and use of technologies are influenced by and can play a role in enriching and transforming societies and our natural, managed and constructed environments.
The Australian Curriculum: Design and Technologies enables students to become creative and responsive designers. When they consider ethical, legal, aesthetic and functional factors and the economic, environmental and social impacts of technological change, and how the choice and use of technologies contributes to a sustainable future, they are developing the knowledge, understanding and skills to become discerning decision-makers.
Design and Technologies actively engages students in creating quality designed solutions for identified needs and opportunities across a range of technologies contexts. Students manage projects independently and collaboratively from conception to realisation. They apply design and systems thinking and design processes to investigate ideas, generate and refine ideas, plan, produce and evaluate designed solutions. They develop a sense of pride, satisfaction and enjoyment from their ability to develop innovative designed products, services and environments.
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The Design and Technologies Curriculum in Middle School aims to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to ensure that students, individually and collaboratively,:
- are creative, innovative and enterprising when using traditional, contemporary and emerging technologies, and understand how technologies have developed over time
- effectively and responsibly select and manipulate appropriate technologies, resources, materials, data, systems, tools and equipment when designing and creating products, services, environments and digital solutions
- critique and evaluate technologies processes to identify and create solutions to a range of problems or opportunities
- investigate, design, plan, manage, create, produce and evaluate technologies solutions
- engage confidently with technologies and make informed, ethical and sustainable decisions about technologies for preferred futures including personal health and wellbeing, recreation, everyday life, the world of work and enterprise, and the environment.
All students have the opportunity to experience Home Economics and Design and Technology (Woodwork) for one semester each year.
There are four courses on offer for students interested in studying Design and Technologies in Year 9
Dimensional Design - Prototyping
In this course students will develop skills in 2D and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD and Fusion) to produce solid modelling drawings that control the rapid prototyping machinery of the modern world. Students will problem solve, design, and produce solutions using the design process to realise their designs.
Food Fundamentals
In this semester long unit, you will explore the principles underlying the safety, nutrition, preservation and preparation of food. Students will make links between the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating and the food that they create and develop in the kitchen.
Materials Design
In this course the design and manufacture of products is the major focus with students developing a range of hand skills and workshop techniques. Students will develop a good understanding of manipulating materials using a range of hand tools and workshop machinery.
Textile Technology
In this semester long unit students get the opportunity to build on their textile skills acquired through Years 7 and 8. More in-depth knowledge is focused on properties of materials and we look at sustainability principles of the design process. Students investigate and plan their own design and then produce an item of their own choice.
For more detailed information about each course, visit our Course Handbook page .
The following courses are on offer in the Design and Technologies Learning Area.
Cafe Studies
This unit covers the purpose of a Café, the trading facilities, the food ordering system, presentation of food and menu planning principles. Students will become practised at preparing and serving a range of foods typically available in Cafés.
Clothing Designs
Making their own fashion garments provides students with a creative and practical lifelong skill. In this unit students are encouraged to be creative in making clothes and/or textile products for themselves or family members.
Childcare
Through a range of practical activities and work with young children, students will learn how to provide for the needs of the child from conception to 3 years.
International Foods
In this unit, students will investigate, devise, produce and evaluate foods in a range of cultures. Students are encouraged to be adventurous and try different foods while developing a tolerance and understanding for the ways of multicultural Australia.
Dimensional Design - 3D Modelling
Dimensional Design - 3D Modelling is the process of creating a product through the multiple design stages of concept development and prototyping. This course will allow students to develop skills and knowledge from the visual development stage through to development mock-ups and the finished product.
Engineering
Engineering is a STEM based subject focusing on real life Technological and Engineering solutions. This course provides students with opportunities to be innovative and use their creativity when designing and producing projects.
Engineering - Metals
Engineering - Metals introduces a student into the skills, techniques and practices required by the engineering industry and the manufacturing sector. Essentially a "Hands-on" practical based course. Engineering Metals projects will provide students with opportunities to develop machining, oxy acetylene welding and sheet metal techniques.
Materials Design - Wood
Materials Design - Wood introduces a student into the skills, techniques and practices required by industry and the manufacturing sector. Essentially a "hands-on" practical based course, Materials Design [Wood] will develop the students' ability to identify the steps involved in planning the production of a designed solutions using wood. Students will be given the opportunity to be innovative and use their creativity when designing and producing projects made of wood.
Photography
Photography provides opportunities for self-expression and creativity, there is scope within the course for experimentation and problem solving, which will help develop logical thinking, initiative, and resourcefulness.
For more detailed information about each course, visit our Course Handbook page .
Children, Family and the Community (General)
The Children, Family and the Community General course focuses on factors that influence human development and the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. Students explore the health of individuals and communities and the protective and preventative strategies that impact on growth and development. They engage in shared research, examine goal setting, self-management, decision making, communication and cooperation skills when creating products, services or systems that will assist individuals, families and communities to achieve their needs and wants. Contemporary Australian issues or trends relating to families and communities at the state and national level are examined in practical ways.
For further information about this course, you can visit our Course Handbook page or the School Curriculum and Standards Authority.
Design (Dimensional Design) (General)
In the Design General course students develop skills and processes for current and future industry and employment markets. Students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to understand design principles and processes, analyse problems and devise innovative strategies through projects. Students are able to focus on particular contexts from a choice of photography, graphics, dimensional design and technical graphics. The Design General course also emphasises the scope of design in trade based industries allowing students to maximise vocational pathways.
For further information about this course, you can visit our Course Handbook page or the School Curriculum and Standards Authority.
Engineering Studies (General & ATAR)
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ATAR
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The Engineering Studies General course provides opportunities for students to investigate, research and present information, design and make products and undertake project development. These opportunities allow students to apply engineering processes, understand underpinning scientific and mathematical principles, develop engineering technology skills and explore the interrelationships between engineering and society.
The Engineering Studies General course is essentially a practical course focusing on real-life contexts. It aims to prepare students for a future in an increasingly technological world, by providing the foundation for life-long learning about engineering. It is particularly suited to those students who are interested in engineering and technical industries as future careers.
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The Engineering Studies ATAR course provides opportunities for students to investigate, research and present information, design and make products and undertake project development. These opportunities allow students to apply engineering processes, understand underpinning scientific and mathematical principles, develop engineering technology skills and explore the interrelationships between engineering and society.
The Engineering Studies ATAR course focuses on real-life contexts through a blend of theoretical and practical applied learning. It aims to prepare students for a future in an increasingly technological world by providing the foundation for life-long learning about engineering. It is particularly suited to those students who are interested in engineering and technical industries as future careers.
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For further information about this course, you can visit our Course Handbook page or the School Curriculum and Standards Authority.
Food Science and Technology (General)
The Food Science and Technology General course provides opportunities for students to explore and develop food-related interests and skills. Food impacts on every aspect of daily life and is essential for maintaining overall health and wellbeing. Students organise, implement and manage production processes in a range of food environments and understand systems that regulate food availability, safety and quality. Knowledge of the sensory, physical, chemical and functional properties of food is applied in practical situations. Students investigate the food supply chain and value-adding techniques applied to food to meet consumer and producer requirements. Principles of dietary planning, adapting recipes, and processing techniques, are considered for specific nutritional needs of demographic groups. Occupational safety and health requirements, safe food handling practices, and a variety of processing techniques, are implemented to produce safe, quality food products. This course may enhance employability and career opportunities in areas that include nutrition, health, food and beverage manufacturing, food processing, community services, hospitality and retail.
For further information about this course, you can visit our Course Handbook page or the School Curriculum and Standards Authority.
Materials, Design and Technology (General)
The Materials Design and Technology General course is a practical course. Students can choose to work with metal, textiles or wood, with the design and manufacture of products as the major focus. Students have the opportunity to develop and practise skills that contribute to creating a physical product, while acquiring an appreciation of the application of a design process, and an understanding of the need for materials sustainability. Students will learn and practise manufacturing processes and technologies, including principles of design, planning and management.
For further information about this course, you can visit our Course Handbook page or the School Curriculum and Standards Authority.
Certificate qualifications are a pathway to WACE and employment for all students. Students will develop skills desired by employers and will place them in good stead for employment while embarking upon other studies post Year 12. Students choose which qualifications they undertake in conjunction with their Course Counsellors and their parents. Students will be required to complete the enrolment and induction with the appropriate Registered Training Organisation (RTO) partnering with Mount Lawley Senior High School to deliver the qualifications chosen. Upon successful completion of all units of competencies in the qualifications, students will be issued with the appropriate qualification by the Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Certificate II in Engineering Pathways
MEM20422
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This is a two year qualification completed over Year 11 and 12.
- Year 12 2025 only - Student enrolment is with the RTO, AEIT (121314).
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Student enrolment is with the RTO, Cartec (52502)
For further information about these courses, please visit our Course Handbook page.
Certificate II in Hospitality
SIT20316
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This is a two year qualification completed over Year 11 and 12.
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Year 12 2025 only - Student enrolment is with the RTO, HGT (0386).
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Student enrolment is with the RTO, IVET (40548).
For further information about these courses, please visit our Course Handbook page.
Certificate II in Visual Arts (Photography)
CUA20720
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This is a two year qualification completed over Year 11 and 12.
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Student enrolment is with the RTO, COSAMP (41549)
For further information about these courses, please visit our Course Handbook page.
