Papanui High School Papanui High School

9WSD – Year 9 Technology – Workshop Design – 1 Semester

9WSD
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Greenwood.

Recommended Prior Learning

All Year 9 students will study at least one of the six technology courses offered


Workshop Design is a course that teaches students the design process in a workshop setting. Students will learn the use of both hand tools and fixed machines to create various projects using a range of materials, including wood, metals and plastics. 

Student projects will cover both set projects for learning core skills and self-designed elements. The projects cover a range that have included letter/picture holders, device stands, lighting projects and more that will be made and taken home. These projects will be influenced by student interest in the class.



Learning Areas:

Design, DVC and Technology, Year 9 Technology Courses



Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

A BYOD device is recommended for this course