11–12Graphics and Multimedia Technology 11–12 Syllabus (2026)

Discuss social, cultural and industry trends in visual communication practices

Explain accessibility methods in communication, including assistive technologies and inclusive representation

Investigate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communication Practices, including the use of rock art and message sticks

Describe visual, textual and media elements used in graphical and multimedia communication

Explain ethical production standards, including responsible representation and the avoidance of misinformation

Identify digital tools and software used to design and produce graphics and multimedia projects

Explain how file size and file format influences suitability for different graphics and multimedia outputs

Outline how plug-ins and add-ons can extend software functionality in graphics and multimedia production

Identify key hardware components, including the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), graphics processing unit (GPU), random access memory (RAM) and storage devices

Explain how hardware performance factors, including processing power, memory and storage, influence project production

Investigate hardware capabilities and software requirements

Use and describe alternative input and capture technologies to generate digital assets, related to voice recognition, adaptive technologies, cameras, scanners and microphones

Explain the relationship between local and cloud storage and their impact on workflow efficiency, security and accessibility

Explain how version control, file naming conventions and structured file management support collaboration, data integrity and workflow efficiency

Describe backup strategies and redundancy systems used to protect project data and maintain production continuity

Explain the role of Cultural awareness and Culturally safe content in communication

Explain ethical content creation, intellectual property and distribution, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) and Indigenous Data Sovereignty (IDSov)

Explain ethical considerations for the development and communication of design solutions, including authorship, responsible representation, accuracy and bias in relation to users and stakeholders

Describe ethical responsibilities for managing client, user and project information, including confidentiality and appropriate use of shared materials

Describe data privacy practices and Australian copyright compliance

Explain the role of secure storage of project and client data, password protection and safe file sharing