Engineering Studies is directed towards the application and advancement of skills associated with mathematics, science and technology and is integrated with business and management. It will provide students with skills, knowledge and understanding associated with a study of engineering, its practices and associated methodologies. The subject promotes environmental, economic and global-awareness, problem-solving ability, engagement with information technology, self-directed learning, communication, management and skills in working as a team.
Engineering Studies is unique in that it develops knowledge and understanding of the profession of engineering. It also provides an opportunity to integrate the science and mathematics disciplines with societal development and change. Students undertaking Engineering Studies will have the opportunity to follow a number of pathways. These include tertiary, vocational education and training, and the world of work. For those following a pathway of further study, the insight and experience associated with a study of engineering will be beneficial in their presumed knowledge of the area of study. Those pursuing any career will benefit from understanding what engineers do, as the work of engineers affects us all.
Contact
Head of Department: Colin Jaques
Email: cjaques@barker.nsw.edu.au
Year 11
Year 11 Course:
- Engineering Application Module 1: Engineering Fundamentals
- Engineering Application Module 2: Engineered Products
- Engineering Application Module 3: Braking Systems
- Engineering Focus Module 1: Bio-engineering
Year 11 Assessment
Task 1: Topic Test
Task 2: Engineering Report
Task 3: Examination
This course is suitable for students who are interested in pursuing further study or careers in:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechatronics/Robotics
- Electrical Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Surveyor
- Architecture
- Mechanical Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Construction
- Environmental Engineering
- Draftsperson
- Mining
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biotechnology
Year 12
Year 12 Course:
- Engineering Application Module 1: Civil Structures
- Engineering Application Module 2: Personal and Public Transport
- Engineering Focus Module 1: Aeronautical Engineering
- Engineering Focus Module 2: Telecommunications Engineering
Year 12 Assessment
Task 1: Design Build, Test & Report
Task 2: Drawing and Mechanics Task
Task 3: Engineering Report
Task 4: Examination
This course is suitable for students who are interested in pursuing further study or careers in:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechatronics/Robotics
- Electrical Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Surveyor
- Architecture
- Mechanical Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Construction
- Environmental Engineering
- Draftsperson
- Mining
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biotechnology