Technological and applied studies (TAS) is mandatory for all students in Year 7 and 8. Students can also select from a range of elective TAS subjects.
In TAS, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills through a design and production process using a range of tools, materials and techniques in theory and practical lessons.
The continuum of technology learning is:
- mandated from Kindergarten to Year 8 through Science and Technology K-6 and Technology Mandatory Years 7-8 syllabuses
- based on students becoming increasingly sophisticated in their ability to apply knowledge, skills and understanding to design and produce solutions
- optional for student specialisation in high school through a range of syllabuses addressing particular technologies and aspects of design.
Technological and applied studies (TAS) at Erskine Park High School is divided into two faculties, TAS 1 - home economics and TAS 2 - industrial arts.
Courses offered
TAS
Years 7 and 8
- Agriculture technology
- Technology (mandatory)
Years 9 and 10
- Childhood studies
- Food technology
- Agricultural technology
Years 11 and 12
- Community and family studies
- Hospitality (VET)
- Primary industries (VET)
- Agriculture
- Food technology
- Exploring early childhood
TAS 2
Years 7 and 8
- Technology (mandatory)
Years 9 and 10
- Information software and technology
- Industrial technology - Graphics
- Industrial technology - Timber
- Industrial technology - Metal
Years 11 and 12
- Information processes and technology
- Design and technology
- Industrial technology - Timber
- Industrial technology - multimedia
- Construction (VET)
Teaching staff
TAS
- Ms R Brazel - Head Teacher
- Miss J Hutchen - Kitchen Assistant
- Mr A Sheen
- Ms B Van Hoomans
- Mr G Reynolds
- Mr C Harvey
- Ms H Armitage
- Mrs J Battle
- Ms P Kaur
- Ms C Woodbury