7–10Aquatic Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2024)
The new Aquatic Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027 and will replace the Marine and Aquaculture Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2019).
2025 and 2026 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts. Schools may choose to implement the new syllabus during the planning and preparation phase.
Content
Stage 5
Teachers select options from:
- Aquatic activities
- Aquatic industries
- Aquatic harvesting
- Aquatic engagement project.
Investigate the design and construction of watercraft made by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and explain their uses
Identify categories, features and components of watercraft
Explain technological developments in watercraft design and manufacturing industries
Design a watercraft for a specific context
Outline the use of aquatic environments for shipping and transportation
Assess how technological developments have impacted shipping and aquatic transportation practices
Compare technology and techniques used for aquatic navigation
Demonstrate navigation skills
Evaluate the impact of emerging navigational technologies and techniques on aquatic activities
Investigate methods and technologies for energy production in aquatic environments
Evaluate the environmental impact of energy production in aquatic environments
Investigate and assess the impact of mining in aquatic and deep-sea environments
Research and describe aquatic tourism businesses owned and operated by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Outline features of aquatic tourism and associated industries
Investigate and assess technology used in accessing and monitoring the impact of tourism on aquatic environments
Assess the significance and impact of tourism on identified aquatic environments over time
Investigate how ecotourism works with conservation programs
Investigate and assess the technical and enterprise skills required in aquatic-related industries
Investigate career opportunities in aquatic-related industries