7–10Engineering Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2024)

Identify the types of control systems, including electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical

Describe how control systems are used to automate processes, improve efficiency and ensure safety in various applications

Define key terms used to describe the input, control and output principles of a range of control systems

Outline regulations, codes of practice, safety protocols and standards that apply in the design and production of an identified control system

Recognise the importance of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples related to control systems

Apply scheduling, resource allocation and budgeting to plan and manage a control system project

Identify and apply engineering principles and processes to produce a functioning control system

Explain the difference between open-loop and closed-loop control systems

Investigate advanced manufacturing methods to understand their applications, advantages and limitations in producing control systems, such as computer numeric control (CNC) machining, laser, plasma, water jet cutting or rapid prototyping

Compare renewable and non-renewable resources and explain their advantages and limitations in the design and development of control systems

Investigate innovative applications of a range of control systems, such as artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT) devices or robotics technologies, and how these may affect individuals, society or the environment

Investigate the use of electronic control systems in everyday situations

Investigate input and output components used in electronic control systems, such as actuators and controllers

Investigate the use of hydraulic control systems in everyday situations

Investigate input and output components used in hydraulic control systems, such as reservoir, pump, valve and actuators

Investigate the use of pneumatic control systems in everyday situations

Investigate input and output components used in pneumatic control systems, such as a valve, compressor, regulator and feed line

Investigate the use of mechanical control systems in everyday situations

Investigate input and output components used in mechanical control systems, such as input force, crank and selector

Apply safe work practices throughout the design, production and testing of models and projects for a control system

Explore engineering properties of materials suitable for control systems in relation to strength, toughness and durability

Test and evaluate the performance of materials used in control systems to determine if they meet required specifications and standards for safety, reliability and efficiency

Evaluate the advantages of the recycling and reuse of materials used in the development of control systems

Investigate and evaluate the processes used in the recycling of materials, such as metals or polymers

Test the electrical properties of materials, such as conductivity and resistance, to identify their application in a control system

Test the hydraulic properties of materials, such as resistance to pressure and fluids, to identify their application in a control system

Test the pneumatic properties of materials, such as resistance to pressure and fluids, to identify their application in a control system

Test the mechanical properties of materials, such as resistance to wear and fatigue, to identify their application in a control system

Use an engineering process to produce a functioning control system

Use collaborative work practices to improve efficiencies in a control system project

Design, construct and test a control system for a specific purpose using appropriate components and considering differences between inputs and outputs

Use a range of equipment, hand and power tools, and machines in the construction of projects or working models in control systems

Test control systems to determine efficiency

Assess the integration of motors in control systems to improve efficiency

Document troubleshooting processes and solutions to maintain a clear record of issues and their resolutions

Test the fundamental principles of electricity, such as voltage, current and resistance, in series and parallel circuits, to explain how they are applied in the functioning of electronic control systems

Use a multimeter to test an electronic circuit to measure voltage and current and to determine resistance

Test the fundamental principles of hydraulics, such as fluid pressure and flow, to explain how they are applied in the functioning of hydraulic control systems

Test a hydraulic system using a pressure gauge to assess the integrity of hoses and components

Test the fundamental principles of pneumatics, such as air pressure and volume, to explain how they are applied in the functioning of pneumatic control systems

Test a pneumatic system using a pressure gauge to assess the integrity of hoses and components

Test the fundamental principles of mechanics, such as force, motion and energy, to explain how they are applied in the functioning of mechanical control systems

Use a block and tackle to test a mechanical system to determine the relationship between load and effort to explain mechanical advantage

Produce annotated sketches of project components to visualise, communicate, understand and record ideas to develop a control system project

Develop, read and interpret technical diagrams to prepare materials for the production of a control system project

Modify and apply appropriate engineering drawings in the completion of a control system project

Create written texts to explain and evaluate factors that influence the design and engineering of control systems

Use subject-specific terminology to communicate concepts of control systems

Explain control system relationships using block diagrams

Document material selection and justification, systems analysis and test results in an engineering report when developing a control system solution