The Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) faculty provides students with hands-on learning experiences that develop practical skills, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Offering a wide range of subjects, including Design and Technology, Food and Hospitality, Textiles, Timber, Multimedia, Engineering, and Computing subjects, the TAS faculty equips students with the 21st century skills, knowledge and experience needed for future careers.
The TAS courses offered at Mosman High School emphasise real-world applications, innovation, and the use of industry-standard tools and techniques to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving world. All courses offer a progression of study from Years 7 to 12.
Stage 4 (Years 7-8)
In Stage 4, all students learn to use technologies to design and produce solutions. Through practical experiences and project work, students learn to interpret, develop, manage and create products, systems and environments. Students study the following focus areas across Years 7 and 8 in the mandatory Technology course:
- Digital and communication technologies
- Engineering technologies and systems
- Food and agricultural practices
- Materials and production processes
In Stages 5 and 6, students can select from a diverse range of elective subjects.
Stage 5 (Years 9-10)
Stage 5 courses offered include:
- Design and Technology (Accelerated)
- Computing Technology
- Textiles Technology
- Food Technology
- Industrial Technology (Multimedia)
- Industrial Technology (Engineering)
- Industrial Technology (Timber)
Stage 6 (Years 11-12)
Stage 6 courses offered include:
- Design and Technology (Accelerated)
- Software Engineering
- Textiles and Design
- Engineering Studies
- Industrial Technology (Timber)
- Industrial Technology (Multimedia)
- VET Hospitality
The TAS faculty has modern commercial kitchens, computer labs, timber and metal workshops, and a textiles and design space. The workshops are fully equipped using industry-standard equipment and innovative technologies using 3D printers, a laser cutter, and a CNC machine. In the textiles and design space, students sew and embroider to the highest quality standards using the latest in sewing and embroidery machine technology. In the computing labs, students learn to code in multiple programming languages and engage in exciting hands-on mechatronics projects using Arduino microcontrollers, sensors and electronic components.
In TAS, students have every opportunity to be creative and achieve at the highest level. The work that students regularly produce for their HSC major projects is outstanding. Several students have received recognition by having their major projects selected for statewide exhibitions, such as SHAPE, InTech, and TexStyle. Many students have also achieved success in various competitions such as Young ICT Explorers (YICTE) and Zero Robotics.
An initiative of the TAS faculty is the acceleration of high potential and gifted education (HPGE) students in Design and Technology. Students participating in this program complete their HSC in this subject one year earlier.
One of the most rewarding aspects of choosing a TAS subject is the journey from concept to creation - transforming an idea into a tangible project that showcases the student's skills and creativity. This achievement is available to all students at Mosman High School and is rewarding for both the students and their teachers.