 Food Technology Stage 5
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About the Course
Students may elect to study Food Technology in Years 9 and 10 at Warrawong High School. They are provided the opportunity to study Food Technology as either a 100 hour or 200 hour course.Students studying Food Technology are provided the opportunity to learn about food and food preparation. Practical experiences are a major component of this course and relate directly to the theory lessons taught.
The study of Food Technology provides students with a broad knowledge and understanding of food properties, processing, preparation and their interrelationships, nutritional considerations and consumption patterns. It addresses the importance of hygiene and safe working practices and legislation in the production of food. It also provides students with a context through which to explore the richness, pleasure and variety food adds to life.
Students will develop food-specific skills which they can apply to a range of contexts to produce quality food products. They will also develop a range of practical skills in preparing and presenting food that will enable them to select and use appropriate ingredients, methods and equipment.
Food Technology is suitable for all students in Years 9 and 10.
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Equipment Requirements
Teatowel Dish cloth
Table setting Container
Closed in shoes Hair tie for long hair
Recipe book Workbook
The school will provide the use of an apron for all practical activities.
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Samples of students' practical work
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Fees
Year 9 - $45.00 Year 10 $45.00
Fees are charged to cover the cost of all practical experiences.