Rutherford College Rutherford College

Year 9 Digital Technology

9TDT
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Barrie.

Recommended Prior Learning

This is open to all Year 9 as an option

Digital Technology


9TDT offers a course that will teach students the basics of computer science, and the effective use of computers. Primarily aimed at students who will use computers professionally in the workforce, this course covers the use of applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.  Additionally, the 9TDT course will introduce design and colour theory as students learn the basics of photo manipulation.



Learning Areas:

Technology


Pathway

Year 10 Computer Programming, Year 10 Digital Technology

Career Pathways

Mining Engineer, Chemist, Automotive Electrician, Meteorologist, Fashion Designer, Industrial Designer, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Information Technology Manager, Systems Administrator, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Engineering Machinist, Glass Processor, Locksmith, Recycler/Dismantler, Table Games Dealer, Electronics Trades Worker, Game Developer, Animator/Digital Artist, Cook, Sales Representative, Accountant, Auditor, Accounts Officer, Actuary, Office Administrator, Finance Manager, Receptionist, Advertising Specialist, Sales and Marketing Manager, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Agricultural Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Product Assembler, Copywriter, Survey Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Air Force Officer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Paramedic, Business Analyst, Software Developer, Patternmaker, Aquaculture Farmer, Marine Biologist, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Medical Physicist, Electronics Engineer, Bank Worker, Biochemist, Biomedical Engineer, Biotechnologist, Fabrication Engineer



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										
There are no costs associated with this course.

Stationery Requirements;

1 2GB USB stick 

1 Personal Headphones

										

								


				






    

        
Disclaimer

        
Course Selection does not guarantee entry, some courses have credit requirements and/or will be reviewed by the Head of Faculity.
Any Costs, Equipment or Unit Standards are a guideline and may change.

Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it.  Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.  
Costs
Rutherford College aims to deliver educational courses over and above that which is funded by the Ministry, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant may be requested, and we appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.