Graphics Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2019)
Find out more about the Graphics Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2019) and access teaching and learning support materials.
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About the course
Students will learn about graphical communication as a universal language, developing skills to design, interpret and produce technical and non-technical drawings using both manual and computer-aided design (CAD) techniques. They will plan and create quality graphics projects, exploring the use of graphics in industrial, commercial and domestic applications.
The study of Graphics Technology provides students with knowledge of the techniques and technologies used to graphically convey technical and non-technical ideas and information. Students are introduced to the significance of graphical communication as a universal language and develop the ability to read, interpret and produce graphical presentations that communicate information using a variety of techniques and media.
The Graphics Technology Years 7–10 course includes Life Skills outcomes and content for students with disability.
Students learn to design, prepare and develop graphical presentations using both instrument drawing and computer-aided design (CAD). They learn to interpret and analyse graphical images and presentations to develop an understanding of the use of graphics in industrial, commercial and domestic applications.
The major emphasis of the course is on students actively planning, developing and producing quality graphics projects, including drawings, images and models.
Board Developed Course
Course number(s):
- 1700 Graphics Technology 200 hours
- 1701 Graphics Technology 100 hours
- 1704 Graphics Technology Life Skills 200 hours
- 1703 Graphics Technology Life Skills 100 hours
Exclusions: Students may not access both the Graphics Technology Years 7–10 outcomes and content and the Graphics Technology Life Skills outcomes and content.
To satisfy the requirements of the syllabus, students must undertake a range of practical experiences that occupy the majority of course time. Practical experiences allow students to develop skills and confidence in the use of a range of equipment.
Students with disability may require adjustments and/or additional support in order to engage in practical experiences.
Graphics Technology Years 7–10 may be studied as a 100-hour course or as a 200-hour course in Stage 4/5.
100-hour course
Students undertaking the 100-hour course are required to complete:
- Core module 1 and
- Core module 2 and
- 1 or 2 option modules.
200-hour course
Students undertaking the 200-hour course are required to complete:
- Core module 1 and
- Core module 2 and
- 4 to 6 option modules.
Option modules
Students can select from a range of option modules:
- Architectural Drawing
- Australian Architecture
- Cabinet and Furniture Drawing
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Computer Animation
- Engineering Drawing
- Graphic Design and Communication
- Landscape Drawing
- Product and Technical Illustration
- Student Negotiated Project.
Information about curriculum requirements for the RoSA are available on Assessment Certification Examination (ACE).
Assessment information and support
Teaching and learning support
Use these support materials to guide and plan your teaching and assessment.
The Life Skills outcomes worksheet can be used to collect information on the outcomes that a student has achieved before recording them in Schools Online.