11–12Industrial Technology 11–12 Syllabus (2026)

Document project intent, including project goals, target audience, design direction and proposed production methods

Develop criteria for success to guide production decisions and evaluation

Examine how industry standards, materials, technologies and compliance requirements inform design and production decisions

Generate and refine design concepts using sketching, modelling, visual experimentation and feedback across multiple iterations

Conduct physical or digital prototyping and testing using models, jigs, templates or development tools to test functionality, material suitability and performance limitations

Evaluate modelling and testing methods using prototypes and mock-ups to inform improvements to design and production decisions

Explain how inclusive design considerations, including cultural context and user needs, influence the development of products and technological solutions

Explain how design suitability is determined by function, user needs, production methods and material constraints

Explain how feedback, production challenges and emerging constraints inform design modifications

Justify design decisions using case studies, stakeholder perspectives and historical and cultural contexts

Select and apply materials, joining methods and production processes based on performance characteristics and suitability

Use Gantt charts, costing spreadsheets and material schedules for project planning and management

Interpret technical data, costing, risk assessments and specifications aligned with industry practices

Assess feasibility and scalability of production methods in relation to project requirements and production contexts

Analyse projected and actual time and cost data to evaluate project efficiency and inform management strategies

Evaluate the impact of testing results, design adjustments and alternative solutions on project outcomes

Explain the role of outsourcing specific processes, including feasibility and process evaluation

Apply dimensioning, material identification and industry-standard labelling in accordance with the Australian Standard for Technical drawing AS 1100 across suitable orthogonal, pictorial, exploded and sectional drawings

Develop technical construction documentation, including working rods, cutting lists, component breakdowns, product features, tolerances and assembly details

Interpret and apply technical drawings and documentation with reference to production specifications and component relationships

Demonstrate and document version control through design changes, feasibility adjustments and feedback responses

Use digital and graphical techniques to model and draft design solutions

Use digital tools to support project planning, scheduling and costing decisions

Use digital platforms to communicate design intent and production information

Use annotated sketches, models or prototypes to document production processes, decisions, design modifications and project reflections

Evaluate planning, design, production decisions and adjustments in response to feedback, testing and emerging constraints

Justify final design and production choices in relation to end-user needs, industry practices and criteria for success

Explain ethical, cultural and sustainability considerations that inform the initial development and refinement of the project intent

Evaluate design and production strategies in relation to sustainability, material performance and technology integration