Technology

Introduction

People use technology to expand their possiilities, intervening in the world through the developments of products, systems and environments. To do this, they apply available intellectual and practical resources. Technology is continually changing. It is influenced by and in turn impacts upon the cultural, ethical, environmentsl, political and economic factors of the day, both local and global.

Aim of Technology Education

The aim is for students to develop a broad technological literacy that will equip them to participate in society as informed citizens. To develop such a literacy, students need to experience and explore a wide range of technologies in a variety of contexts. These include control, food, communications, structural dynammic and bio-related technologies, along with creative a, design processes and materials.

Technology education connects students with a range of employment opportunities, particularly those that are enterprising and innovative by nature.