7–10Industrial Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2025)
The new Industrial Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2025) is to be implemented from 2028 and will replace the Industrial Technology 7–10 Syllabus (2019).
2026 and 2027 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2028 – 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. Schools may choose to implement the new syllabus during the planning and preparation phase.
Content
Stage 4
- INT4-ADJ-01
in Stage 4 teachers may adjust the Stage 5 outcomes as appropriate to the needs of students in Years 7 and 8
Industry specialisation context
The school-identified industry could include the study of any other industry identified as appropriate to school context, or student needs, or interests, including:
- advanced or computer-controlled manufacturing
- the automotive industry
- farm or rural technologies
- the watercraft industry
- another relevant industry.
Schools must follow education sector or school-based policies and guidelines related to the chosen industry specialisation, ensuring all safety requirements are considered when choosing an industry.
Investigate the sources and conversion of raw materials used in the production of components or products for the specialised industry
Investigate the types and uses of a range of materials for application in specialised industry projects
Explain the impact of the industry on Country and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities
Discuss ethical responsibilities when sourcing materials for projects
Investigate sustainable practices for the specialised industry
Explain the environmental and societal impact of renewable and non-renewable resources used in the development and production of relevant projects
Recognise the importance of conservation of materials and recycling in the specialised industry
Identify and justify the selection of materials for use in a range of projects
Compare the properties and characteristics of materials to assess their suitability for making components or products
Apply quality checks to assess materials for defects before, during and after production to ensure quality and functionality
Identify assembly methods and techniques based on the materials selected
Identify a range of specialist hardware that supports the production of components and products
Identify and describe alternative materials that could be used to optimise product performance or sustainability
Compare relevant joining materials and techniques, explaining the advantages and disadvantages of each for the assembly of components or projects
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of finishes, such as coatings or treatments, to enhance the appearance or performance of completed projects
Investigate tools used by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples to manipulate materials or the environment
Identify a range of marking-out, cutting, shaping, detailing, finishing and assembly tools, equipment and machinery to make components or projects
Perform safe set-up and maintenance of tools and equipment, relevant to the project, including inspection and adjustment of guards before use, following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety data sheets (SDSs), calculating speed and feed rates for machine processes, securing work pieces, ensuring battery and cable care, or using other relevant safety measures
Maintain hand tools and equipment including cleaning, lubricating or replacing consumables
Create written texts to explain the practical applications and safety requirements of a range of tools and equipment
Demonstrate safe workshop practices and procedures when using materials, tools and equipment in industrial projects
Apply ethical protocols when making projects
Use appropriate materials for the construction of products
Use a range of processes and equipment to accurately measure and mark out materials for production and assembly
Apply appropriate thermal, chemical, mechanical or digital modifications to materials to change their properties
Prepare components to size using hand tools, machines and equipment, and reference surfaces or data
Use drawings, manuals, jigs or templates, relevant to the project, in the manufacture of components and assemblies
Use appropriate hand tools, portable power tools or machines for cutting, shaping, forming, embellishing, assembling or making specific products
Use a range of joining techniques, materials and processes
Apply technical skill to refine and make quality projects
Use geometric techniques to ensure the precision and quality of components and projects
Use traditional and digital technologies to create components or detail surfaces
Use collaborative production processes to make components or projects
Outline the processes to apply appropriate finishes
Prepare working environments for the production, finishing and assembly of products
Use hand tools, power tools, machinery, chemicals or abrasives to prepare surfaces for the application of finishes
Apply a range of appropriate finishing techniques to enhance or protect a completed product
Evaluate the impact of manufacturing processes on the quality of finished products
Investigate and apply work and enterprise skills required in related industries
Identify ethical and cultural practices used in the specialised industry
Describe the effects of the specialised industry on society and the environment
Investigate issues relating to the sustainability of resources in the specialised industry
Discuss how industry practices evolve in response to technology, society and the environment
Describe new and emerging technologies and their influence on the specialised industry
Explore trade and career opportunities across the specialised industry
Evaluate the impact of new and emerging technologies on careers and professions in the specialised industry