7–10Engineering Technology 7–10 Syllabus
The new Engineering Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027.
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.
Content
Stage 5
This focus area provides students with the opportunity to investigate, report, communicate and implement their own ideas or skills in a specialised field of engineering. An Engineering specialisation project is an opportunity for schools to draw from a range of engineering fields to broaden student understanding or prepare students for further study. In addition to the content outlined, the knowledge and skills applied during the project may be drawn from the learning experienced in other focus areas.
Specialised fields of engineering could include:
- Aeronautical
- Biomechanical
- Biomedical
- Electronics
- Environmental
- Mechatronics
- Renewable energy
- Transport.
Examine the purpose of an identified field of engineering
Investigate the technical knowledge and skills required in engineering-related industries
Describe the impact of new and emerging technologies on careers and professions in the field of engineering
Outline engineering principles and processes used in an identified field
Develop an engineering brief that includes objectives and constraints for a project in a specialised field
Investigate and test multiple ways of solving an engineering problem during a project
Develop and conduct a risk assessment, including risk mitigation strategies, for an engineering project
Develop performance criteria to be used to evaluate issues and select viable solutions during a project
Test and evaluate to improve projects using performance criteria to develop a solution to an engineering problem
Evaluate the suitability of a range of energy sources, including the use of sustainable energy for use in an identified project
Apply scheduling, resource allocation and budgeting to plan and manage an identified project
Assess project goals and outcomes using feedback from stakeholders to inform decisions
Apply safe work practices throughout the design, production and testing of models and projects for an identified field
Research and test potential materials and components suitable for the project
Use test results to select suitable materials to solve an engineering problem
Investigate the environmental impact and sustainability of different materials to be used in the project
Compare the cost-effectiveness of various materials for specific applications within the development of the solution to an engineering problem
Investigate advancements in material science and their implications for engineering projects
Develop an engineering drawing for a project using AS 1100
Build a project using a range of tools, machines, equipment and materials
Use software to perform simulations and computational analysis to predict the success of the project
Test components, and record and analyse collected data to assess performance
Identify issues that inform decision-making in the development of engineering solutions
Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop and modify designs
Implement quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and functionality of the project
Investigate ways to incorporate computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) to automate and control manufacturing processes
Develop an engineering report using an appropriate format
Create written texts to explain and evaluate processes, challenges and solutions in engineering systems and practices
Produce, evaluate and document the completed product
Present findings and project outcomes
Communicate using appropriate data visualisation techniques to support reports and presentations
Use communication skills to engage in peer review to incorporate feedback and improve project outcomes
Use digital tools and platforms for collaborative project management and documentation