Technology

What is this subject about? 

Design is about students solving problems using a number of strategies and developing ideas graphically to solve these problems. 

Who is this subject best suited to? 

The subject is best suited to students whom are academically and artistically inclined and can evolve and develop ideas.  

What are some common career pathways that are associated with this subject? 

The most common pathways for students are Industrial design, Product design, Graphic design and architecture. 

What assumed knowledge or subject results is recommended from Year 10 to be successful in this subject? 

Passes in English, Art and Humanities. Students that are good at artistic, visual or graphically intense subjects will have an advantage. 

What should I be good at to excel at this subject? 

Students excelling in sketching and visually representing ideas, as well as been able to develop ideas into credible design possibilities. 

What will help me to be successful in this course? 

Been able to collaborate with others in a design setting and to research and developed ideas will help students be successful. 

What specific skills would benefit me in this subject? 

Been good at art and design collaboration as well as presenting work in a virtual product pitch. 

Are there any compatible subjects that would be beneficial to also study with this subject? 

Art, Media arts, Humanity based subjects  

How will I be assessed? 

Design is a two year course, with 4 Units in total. Each unit has both an exam and a project. The last exam is assessed externally. 

Are there any excursions or any costs for this subject? 

There are no excursions and no costs, although students may wish to purchase various art pens, a sketch visual diary and Copic markers for rendering sketches.

What is this subject about?  

Digital Solutions enable students to learn the skills to use technology to solve problems across a wide range of real world contexts. The contexts range from biological to meteorological systems to addressing economic and social needs. 

Who is this subject best suited to? 

Young women and men who have an interest in applying technology to solve problems in areas of life that they are passionate about. 

What are some common career pathways that are associated with this subject? 

Any career that involves Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics will benefit and use the skills associated with this course. 

What assumed knowledge or subject results is recommended from Year 10 to be successful in this subject?  

The subject assumes that students have completed Digital Technologies in Years 7 or 8. Prior programming knowledge is not a requirement. Completion of Digital Solutions in year 10 is helpful but not required. You should have a good grasp of algebra. 

What should I be good at to excel at this subject?  

To succeed in Digital Solutions you need to be good at problem solving.  

What will help me to be successful in this course?  

Curiosity and perseverance. 

What specific skills would benefit me in this subject? 

A good sense of logic and mathematical ability is helpful. 

Are there any compatible subjects that would be beneficial to also study with this subject? 

Design Technology is a good companion subject. The skills are quite compatible and applicable in this subject. You should be doing General, Methods or Specialist Maths. 

How will I be assessed? 

The majority of the assessment is project and assignment based. You are predominately given problem based projects and a significant amount of time to explore, develop, generate and evaluate a digital solution. Around 70% of the grades for these projects come from the paperwork of planning, developing and evaluating. There are two exams, one in year 11 and an external exam in year 12.  

Are there any excursions or any costs for this subject?  

There are no planned excursions or extra costs at this time. 

What is this subject about?  

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care is a two year course of study that aims at developing an understanding of the social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs of children from birth to age six years and promotes the well-being of young children 

Who is this subject best suited to? 

This subject is best suited to students who would like the opportunity to explore early childhood.  It is also a great opportunity to gain skills that make you employable when you finish school.  This subject is also a great option for students wanting to work with children but in other industries. 

What are some common career pathways that are associated with this subject? 

Students finish with a qualification that makes them employable as a childcare educator.  

What assumed knowledge or subject results is recommended from Year 10 to be successful in this subject?  

What should I be good at to excel at this subject?  

Students need to enjoy working with children.

What will help me to be successful in this course?  

What specific skills would benefit me in this subject? 

Caring for children (feeding, nappy changes, interacting with children)  

Are there any compatible subjects that would be beneficial to also study with this subject? 

How will I be assessed? 

The course is organised into 18 self-paced units  

120 hours of work placement  (you are assessed in the workplace)  

Are there any excursions or any costs for this subject?  

The course is administered by Cairns Training Academy, an external RTO and payment is approximately $700. 

Students are required to attend work placement (organised by the student) every term.

What is this subject about?  

Hospitality is a growth area for employment and the Certificate II provides students with a nationally recognized qualification and contributes to QCE points. It is preferred that students entering this subject commence at the beginning of Year 11 as all competencies must be completed to attain the certificate. 

The course structure consists of 12 units of competency including: Work effectively with others, Source and use information on the Hospitality industry, Use Hospitality skills effectively, Interact with customers, Show social & cultural sensitivity, Participate in safe work practices, Use hygienic practices for food safety, Provide visitor information, Provide responsible service of alcohol, Communicate in the workplace, Clean kitchen premises and equipment, Participate in safe food Handling practices. 

Who is this subject best suited to? 

Students interested in developing skills to work in the hospitality industry. 

What are some common career pathways that are associated with this subject? 

The career pathways that students undertaking this subject will engage with expand across Australia and overseas. You can work in a range of different types of venues in the hospitality industry, including restaurants, cafes, clubs, pubs and taverns, resorts, hotels and catering in a variety of different roles. Careers vary from hands on house-keeping to front office or alternatively food & beverage attendants in contact with customers as well as kitchen hands and chefs working back of house away from the general public. This course may also lead to a traineeship or apprenticeship for chefs at TAFE or Registered Training Organisation. Students may also go on to complete tertiary study in Hospitality Management at university. Additionally, they may work casually in the hospitality industry to wait tables or undertake bar work whilst studying at university.  

What assumed knowledge or subject results is recommended from Year 10 to be successful in this subject?  

It is a two year standalone Vocational Education subject offered over Years 11 and 12 that builds on skills obtained from Food and Nutrition and Food and Fashion in junior secondary. 

What will help me to be successful in this course?  

Students must be prepared to participate in practical food production lessons each week by bringing their own ingredients. 

Special Requirements exist for this course. Work placement is essential and students need to organise and complete at least 12 shifts of work placement in the Hospitality Industry.  Students must also participate in regular rostered shifts at the school café commencing at 8am. 

What specific skills would benefit me in this subject? 

Basic cooking skills  

Problem solving skills  

Enjoy working with people and customer service 

Are there any compatible subjects that would be beneficial to also study with this subject? 

Certificate III Business, depending on your future career ambitions. 

How will I be assessed? 

Hospitality students will be assessed by completion of practical units, class work, theory tests and class and individual folios of evidence. Successful participation in practical and school events, including school functions and Café 12 are also assessable.  

Are there any excursions or any costs for this subject?  

The cost for this course is anticipated to be covered by your VETIS Government allocated funding with an estimated food cost of $80 per semester for food brought from home as well. The Hospitality Kitchen Skills recipe book is $40 and available to purchase from the book shop. 

In year 12 students also have an amazing opportunity for an overnight excursion to The Royal Pines Resort Hospitality School on the Gold Coast which provides further exposure to the range of careers available in the Hospitality industry. Students will also travel to the Brisbane Barista School on an excursion to develop their coffee art expertise 

What faculty is this subject in?  

This practical, hands on course is delivered by the Hospitality teachers from the Business and Technology department at Kenmore State High School in the usual 3 x 70 minute lesson format. However, Club Training is the issuing Registered Training Organisation. 

For more information about Certificate II in Hospitality (VET), please refer to the Year 10 Subject Guide (PDF, 4MB) or Year 11 & 12 Subject Guide (PDF, 3.3MB) or contact the Head of Department.