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

The Industrial Technology 11–12 Syllabus enables students to develop knowledge and understanding of industrial materials, manufacturing processes, project development and contemporary industry practices. Students apply practical and theoretical knowledge through the design, planning, production and evaluation of projects while developing an understanding of emerging technologies, workplace practices, sustainability and work health and safety. Students use this knowledge to make informed decisions, solve practical problems and produce quality outcomes in industrial and manufacturing contexts.

Through the study of Industrial Technology 11–12, students:

• develop an understanding of industry practices, manufacturing processes and the application of technologies used in contemporary industrial contexts
• investigate the properties and characteristics of materials, equipment and production techniques, and how these influence project planning and production decisions
• develop knowledge and understanding of project design, management and communication processes used to plan, organise and produce practical projects
• develop an understanding of work health and safety, sustainability and quality assurance practices within industrial and manufacturing environments
• develop skills in problem-solving, decision-making, project management and evaluation to produce and assess quality project outcomes.

The Year 11 Industrial Technology course comprises a study of:

• 120 indicative hours across 3 focus areas, including:
  • TWO core focus areas: Industry practices and emerging technologies and Project design, management and communication
  • ONE specialisation focus area: Project production and manufacturing, to be studied with a specialisation in metal OR timber.

The specialisation selected in Year 11 (metal OR timber) must be continued in Year 12. Students cannot change specialisations between years. Work health and safety outcomes and content should be integrated throughout each focus area.

The Year 12 Industrial Technology course comprises:

• 120 indicative hours across 4 focus areas, including a study of:
  • TWO core focus areas: Industry practices and Project design, management and communication
  • TWO specialised focus areas: Industrial manufacturing technologies and Major project, to be studied with the same specialisation (metal OR timber) commenced in Year 11
• the completion of a major work in metal OR timber.

The specialisation selected in Year 11 (metal OR timber) must be continued in Year 12. Students cannot change specialisations between years. Work health and safety outcomes and content should be integrated throughout each focus area.

The Industrial Technology 11–12 Syllabus embeds practical applications and project work throughout course content. Practical applications allow students to deepen their understanding of course concepts, make connections and apply their knowledge in practical ways.

Project work involves a task, or set of tasks, with defined parameters and timelines. Project work develops students’ skills in designing, problem-solving, evaluating, using technology and communicating.

In Industrial Technology 11–12, practical applications support the development of students’ understanding of course content by:

• providing opportunities for them to develop experience with a range of project types that increase in scope and complexity, preparing them for the completion of the Major project in Year 12
• developing their communication and problem-solving skills in decision-making
• fostering individual interests through student choice and participation in a range of experiences.

Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) protocols and Indigenous Data Sovereignty (IDSov) must be followed when completing practical applications.

Practical applications should be designed to be accessible to all students. Some students with disability may require adjustments to engage in practical applications.

Sketching and technical drawing may include the use of digital software or assistive technology, including eye gaze technology.

Schools are required to ensure they follow Loading  in delivering the Industrial Technology 11–12 Syllabus.