Bethlehem College
Year 11 Material Technology
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Hodson.
Material Technology
Prerequisite: Year 10MTL or talk to Mr Hodson if you do not meet the prerequisite.
In Hard Materials Technology in year 11, students will engage in a creative and hands-on learning environment, working on at least two significant projects throughout the year. The first project involves constructing a wooden frame featuring four different types of joints, designed to house an LED circuit and a hidden battery. Students will use a laser cutter to engrave a custom image onto acrylic, which will be illuminated within the frame. The second project focuses on designing a storage solution for a sporting or leisure activity, where students must consider budget, skillset, and timeframe, among other factors.
This course balances practical skill development with documentation of design decisions and progress. It encourages students to be innovative, think critically and logically, build resilience, and enhance their problem-solving abilities.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Materials $120 per year.
Pathway
Hard Material Technology is a valuable subject to pursue if you're planning to study or work in any design field or even practical area. This course will provide you with problem solving skills, logical thinking, communication skills, resilience when you encounter difficulties and a huge amount of enjoyment and satisfaction seeing what you have designed and created.
Assessment Information
To be confirmed.Disclaimer
Your selection does not guarantee course placement. Course costs and standards listed may vary.
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