NSW Education Standards Authority
Technology 7–8 (2023): Sample scope and sequence B (Stage 4)
Year 7, Terms 1 and 2
Weeks 1–20
Unit: Upcycled textile product for local markets
Focus area(s): Materials and production processes; Digital and communication technologies
Students design, create and evaluate a textile product using new and upcycled materials. Students investigate current and emerging textile practices that use
upcycled and recycled materials. Students describe how sustainable material sourcing practices could be applied to develop their textile product. They
generate design concepts which incorporate inspiration from the works of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander textile designers, local market stalls and
emerging upcycled clothing brands. Students investigate the characteristics and properties of fabrics, and experiment with textile construction techniques to
develop production skills. Decorative applications may include weaving with recycled materials, digital printing, laser cutting and the application of lightreactive dyes. Students create promotional materials for digital platforms, such as a company logo, website and/or social media campaign. Students
document design and production processes throughout the development of the project.
Outcomes: TE4-SDP-01, TE4-PDP-01,TE4-MSC-01, TE4-PPM-01, TE4-DES-01, TE4-SAF-01, TE4-DIG-01
Life Skills outcomes: TELS-SDP-02, TELS-PDP-01, TELS-MSC-01, TELS-PPM-01, TELS-PPM-02, TELS-SAF-01, TELS-DES-01, TELS-DIG-01
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Year 7, Terms 3 and 4
Weeks 1–20
Unit: Plant propagation stand for future living
Focus area(s): Food and agricultural practices; Materials and production processes
Students design, create and evaluate a plant propagation stand using timber. The propagation stand may have components created by laser cutting, 3D
printing or collected as found objects. Students explore sustainable timber sourcing practices, and compare the characteristics and properties of solid timber
and plywood to determine their suitability for use. They generate, develop and refine ideas, applying sources of inspiration from contemporary timber
designers and producers. Students experiment with joining, bending and laminating techniques to develop timber construction and finishing skills. Students
develop knowledge and understanding of agricultural practices, and explore how plants are propagated, grown and harvested. Students explore how
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples select and use local plants. They code using digital technologies when designing solutions to monitor changing
conditions and plant growth. Students document the design and production processes used to create the final solution in a digitally produced design folio.
Outcomes: TE4-SDP-01, TE4-PDP-01, TE4-MSC-01, TE4-PPM-01, TE4-DES-01, TE4-SAF-01, TE4-DIG-02
Life Skills outcomes: TELS-SDP-01, TELS-SDP-02, TELS-PPM-01, TELS-PPM-02, TELS-DES-01, TELS-SAF-01, TELS-DIG-01
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Year 8, Terms 1 and 2
Weeks 1–20
Unit: Solve it locally
Focus area(s): Food and agricultural practices; Materials and production processes
This unit is designed to demonstrate how schools could partner with a local company, industry or community group to provide students with real-world project
challenges. On-Country experiences are suggested to inspire students in their design and production process and may include practical opportunities in
weaving, product design and/or food preparation. Students will develop knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ design
practices, local industries, material sourcing and production processes. Students compare Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ sustainable resource
management practices with emerging agricultural practices. Students investigate seaweed aquaculture in Australia, exploring the emerging opportunities that
Australian seaweed presents to a variety of industries. This project can be adapted to create opportunities for relevant local or community teaching and
learning experiences across New South Wales. Seaweed harvesting is used as an example of a local resource opportunity and is a source of inspiration for
school-developed projects.
Outcomes: TE4-SDP-01, TE4-PDP-01, TE4-MSC-01, TE4-PPM-01, TE4-DES-01, TE4-SAF-01, TE4-DIG-01
Life Skills outcomes: TELS-PDP-01, TELS-MSC-01, TELS-PPM-01, TELS-DES-01, TELS-SAF-01, TELS-DIG-01, TELS-DIG-02
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Year 8, Terms 3 and 4
Weeks 1–20
Unit: Solve it globally
Focus area(s): Digital and communication technologies; Engineering technologies and systems; Materials and production processes
Students design, produce and evaluate engineered solutions in response to extreme weather events. This unit is designed to encourage students to adopt a
solutions-focused approach to designing and producing for real-world experiences. Students investigate existing engineered solutions and systems that
provide support for individuals and communities. They undertake design challenges to develop solutions for disaster relief shelters and supply systems.
Students explore Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ adaptability to changing environmental conditions, innovative solutions and use of resources.
On-Country experiences are designed to inspire students to develop creative engineered solutions that address societal needs and improve sustainability.
Students use materials, tools and techniques to build architectural models, prototypes of shelters and solar-powered systems using circuits. They can
generate ideas for layout and design features using graphics technologies and communication tools. Students apply engineering processes to create and
evaluate their prototypes and working models. They work collaboratively to evaluate the properties of materials and components to justify their final selection
and application to the project. This unit may be adapted to focus on a specific need which can include societal issues, global conflict, homelessness or
community support initiatives relevant to students and in a local context.
Outcomes: TE4-SDP-01, TE4-PDP-01, TE4-MSC-01, TE4-PPM-01, TE4-DES-01, TE4-SAF-01, TE4-DIG-01
Life Skills outcomes: TELS-SDP-01, TELS-PDP-01, TELS-MSC-01, TELS-PPM-02, TELS-DES-01, TELS-SAF-01, TELS-DIG-01, TELS-DIG-02
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