11–12Industrial Technology 11–12 Syllabus (2026)
The new Industrial Technology 11–12 Syllabus (2026) is to be implemented from 2028 and will replace the Industrial Technology Stage 6 Syllabus (2013).
2027
- Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2028, Term 1
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 11
- Start implementing new Year 11 school-based assessment requirements
- Continue to teach the Industrial Technology Stage 6 Syllabus (2013) for Year 12
2028, Term 4
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 12
- Start implementing new Year 12 school-based assessment requirements
2029
- First HSC examination for the new syllabus
Content
Year 12
Loading must be integrated throughout each focus area in Year 11 and 12.
Execute production techniques appropriate to complexity, scale and design intent
Select and justify the use of materials, components, resources and technologies based on functional, aesthetic and environmental considerations
Apply construction and finishing techniques to support durability and quality of finish
Apply inspection techniques, tolerance checking and process adjustments as quality control processes to support accuracy and consistency
Document project development decisions related to production methods, external input and contributions
Apply industry-relevant production workflows appropriate to the selected material specialisation
Apply prototyping, modelling and testing processes to refine design decisions
Outline factors contributing to the design of a project, including purpose, user needs, resourcing and constraints
Create and annotate pictures, sketches, diagrams and other visual representations to demonstrate a connection between the product, context and intended use
Implement and document adjustments to production sequencing, material use and tool processes in response to challenges encountered
Conduct test assembly of components to verify fit, function and alignment prior to final assembly
Calculate and allocate materials during production to support accuracy, efficiency and minimisation of waste
Adapt tools, processes and designs to maintain function and integrity
Apply tools, equipment, materials and manufacturing processes during construction to achieve intended outcomes
Evaluate production decisions against documented project intent and criteria for success
Justify planning, decision-making and project execution strategies in response to feedback, testing, production constraints and project intent
Evaluate production efficiency, including time management, resource allocation and opportunities for future improvement
Analyse the effectiveness of workflow decisions and quality control processes in achieving accuracy, durability and production success
Document modifications, production challenges and implemented solutions
Analyse production decisions in relation to sustainability, accessibility and ethical practice
Evaluate the final project in relation to documented project intent, criteria for success, audience and user needs, relevant industry standards and functional and technical requirements