Course Information
Materials Technology is a Unit Standards course with units being chosen from industry related courses. Each year builds on the experiences gained from the previous year, so that students increase both their personal skills and acquire the ability to plan and take charge of projects. If Materials Technology were not taken as an option at year 10 then it would be more difficult to cope with the course at year 11.
The programme at Level 1 leads to the BCATS entry level certificate and at Level 2 the advanced. These certificates could assist in gaining entry to higher level courses or finding a job in a trade.
We aim to equip the students with the abilities to do well, persevere, tenacity, concentration, and practical skills.
The projects attempted may change but all must be completed as per the specifications just like in the real world! Later in the year, there may be time for supplementary projects although there is an expectation that a plan and specifications are adhered to.
Each year’s course has a fee for consumables used and costs for project materials. This information on approximate costs is available on request.
All students are expected to bring a laptop to theory lessons, to utilise the online course and assessment material.
Course Requirements
JUNIOR PROGRAMME
Year 9
One term general course that includes one practical design project.
Year 10
A full year course that includes several different skill-building design projects.
SENIOR PROGRAMME
Level 1
At the discretion of the HoD, should have taken Materials Technology at Year 10 level.
Level 2
Must have obtained 15 credits in Year 11 Materials Technology, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Level 3
As per BCITO requirements, students must have taken Materials Technology at Year 12 (Level 2) or at Year 11 (Level 1).
Teacher: Richard Hart - rhart@stjohns.school.nz
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