Technology
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Welcome to technology at Wakatipu High School. We offer students a range of courses in; Design & Visual Communication, Digital Information Technology, Hard Materials Technology, Food Technology, Hospitality, Electronics and Trade Skills & Automotive
What is technology about? Technology is intervention by design: the use of practical and intellectual resources to develop products and systems (technological outcomes) that expand human possibilities by addressing needs and realising opportunities. Adaptation and innovation are at the heart of technological practice. Quality outcomes result from thinking and practices that are informed, critical, and creative. |
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Technology makes enterprising use of its own particular knowledge and skills, together with those of other disciplines. Graphics and other forms of visual representation offer important tools for exploration and communication.
Technology is never static. It is influenced by and in turn impacts on the cultural, ethical, environmental, political, and economic conditions of the day.
Why study technology?
The aim is for students to develop a broad technological literacy that will equip them to participate in society as informed citizens and give them access to technology-related careers. They learn practical skills as they develop models, products, and systems. They also learn about technology as a field of human activity, experiencing and/or exploring historical and contemporary examples of technology from a variety of contexts.
Technology is associated with the transformation of energy, information, and materials. Technological areas include structural, control, food, and information and communications technology and biotechnology. Relevant contexts can be as varied as computer game software, food products, worm farming, security systems, costumes and stage props, signage, and taonga.
Technology is never static. It is influenced by and in turn impacts on the cultural, ethical, environmental, political, and economic conditions of the day.
Why study technology?
The aim is for students to develop a broad technological literacy that will equip them to participate in society as informed citizens and give them access to technology-related careers. They learn practical skills as they develop models, products, and systems. They also learn about technology as a field of human activity, experiencing and/or exploring historical and contemporary examples of technology from a variety of contexts.
Technology is associated with the transformation of energy, information, and materials. Technological areas include structural, control, food, and information and communications technology and biotechnology. Relevant contexts can be as varied as computer game software, food products, worm farming, security systems, costumes and stage props, signage, and taonga.
Pathways at WHS
Year 9 Level 4/5 |
Year 10 Level 5/6 |
Year 11 NCEA Level 1 |
Year 12 NCEA Level 2 |
Year 13 NCEA Level 3 |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Hard Materials Technology Food Technology |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Hard Materials Technology Food Technology |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Hard Materials Technology Food Technology Electronics Technology |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Hard Materials Technology Food Technology Electronics Technology |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Hard Materials Technology Food Technology |
For course information, including areas of study, prerequisites, assessments and standards, please see our 2020 Course Option Booklet.
