Year 7 Technologies for Year 7- Introduction to technology development for preferred futures
- Understanding the principles of electromechanical systems and control
- Managing food environments and designing solutions for healthy eating
- Developing design ideas for various projects
- Exploring materials, tools, and techniques for designed solutions
- Setting design ideas and success criteria
- Production of designed solutions
- Understanding data transmission in networks
- Exploring digital systems and data
- Analyzing data and information
- Defining real-world problems and finding solutions
- Tracing algorithms to understand their functionality
- Studying information systems, innovation, and risks
- Planning and managing projects efficiently
Year 7 Technology Development for Preferred Futures- Understanding the role of technology in shaping the future
- Exploring technological advancements and their impact on society
- Identifying preferred futures and designing solutions to achieve them
- Analyzing the importance of sustainable development in technology
- Collaborating with peers to develop innovative ideas for preferred futures
Year 7 Electromechanical Systems & Control- Introduction to electromechanical systems and their components
- Exploring the principles of control systems
- Understanding the concepts of sensors and actuators
- Designing and building simple electromechanical devices
- Investigating different control mechanisms and their applications
- Collaborating in teams to create functional electromechanical systems
Year 7 Managing Food Environments- Analyzing the impact of food environments on health and well-being
- Exploring different types of food environments (e.g., home, school, community)
- Understanding the importance of food safety and hygiene
- Designing strategies to manage food environments effectively
- Investigating sustainable practices in food production and consumption
- Collaborating in teams to develop solutions for improving food environments
Year 7 Designing Solutions for Healthy Eating- Understanding the principles of healthy eating and nutrition
- Analyzing the factors that influence food choices and behaviors
- Designing solutions to promote healthy eating habits
- Exploring the use of technology in monitoring and tracking food intake
- Collaborating with peers to create innovative solutions for healthy eating
Year 7 Developing Design Ideas- Introduction to the design thinking process
- Generating and developing design ideas for various projects
- Using sketching and prototyping techniques to visualize design concepts
- Analyzing and evaluating design ideas based on set criteria
- Collaborating in teams to refine and improve design ideas
Year 7 Materials, Tools & Techniques for Designed Solutions- Exploring different materials and their properties
- Understanding the use of tools and equipment in designing solutions
- Learning various techniques for manipulating materials
- Investigating the impact of material selection on the functionality of designed solutions
- Collaborating in teams to create prototypes using appropriate materials, tools, and techniques
Year 7 Design Ideas & Success Criteria- Defining design ideas and success criteria for specific projects
- Understanding the importance of setting clear goals and objectives
- Analyzing and evaluating design ideas based on the defined criteria
- Using feedback to refine and improve design ideas
- Collaborating in teams to develop design ideas that meet the success criteria
Year 7 Production of Designed Solutions- Applying the design process to produce functional solutions
- Using appropriate tools and techniques to construct designed solutions
- Testing and evaluating the functionality of produced solutions
- Identifying areas for improvement and making necessary modifications
- Collaborating in teams to produce high-quality designed solutions
Year 7 Data Transmission in Networks- Understanding the basics of data transmission in computer networks
- Exploring different types of networks (e.g., LAN, WAN)
- Analyzing the role of protocols in data transmission
- Investigating the impact of network topology on data transmission
- Collaborating in teams to set up and configure simple computer networks
Year 7 Digital Systems & Data- Introduction to digital systems and their components
- Exploring the basics of binary coding and logic gates
- Analyzing the use of digital systems in various applications
- Understanding the importance of data representation in digital systems
- Collaborating in teams to design and build simple digital systems
Year 7 Data & Information- Differentiating between data and information
- Understanding the process of data collection, organization, and interpretation
- Analyzing the importance of data accuracy and reliability
- Exploring different methods of data presentation and visualization
- Collaborating in teams to analyze and interpret data to derive meaningful information
Year 7 Defining Real World Problems- Identifying real-world problems and challenges
- Analyzing the causes and impacts of these problems
- Understanding the importance of problem definition in finding solutions
- Collaborating in teams to define and prioritize real-world problems for further analysis
Year 7 Tracing Algorithms- Understanding the basics of algorithms and their role in problem-solving
- Tracing and analyzing algorithms to understand their functionality
- Exploring different algorithmic techniques (e.g., iteration, recursion)
- Collaborating in teams to design and implement algorithms for specific tasks
Year 7 Information Systems, Innovation & Risks- Exploring different types of information systems (e.g., databases, decision support systems)
- Analyzing the role of innovation in the development of information systems
- Understanding the potential risks and challenges associated with information systems
- Collaborating in teams to develop innovative information systems that mitigate risks
Year 7 Planning & Managing Projects- Introduction to project management principles and techniques
- Understanding the importance of planning and organizing projects
- Analyzing the roles and responsibilities of project team members
- Exploring different project management tools and software
- Collaborating in teams to plan and manage projects effectively
This course is helpful for the following exams: Year 7