Mt Albert Grammar School Mt Albert Grammar School

12 Digital Technology 1

12DT1
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Braden Robins.

Prerequisites

Gained 15 MCEA Level 1 Digital Technology (11DT2) credits 

OR HoD approval 


 



Digital Technology is a practical and creative course relating to many aspects of the 21st Century Industries that utilise the strengths of both the Technology, Maths and Sciences.  The digital curriculum is about teaching students how to design their own digital solutions and become creators of, not just users of, digital technologies, to prepare them for the modern world. 

Students will learn how to plan, design and develop a 2D videogame using Godot with its native language GDScript. Students will also learn how to use digital tools to create stunning 2D visual designs for their games.

This course will require students to have their own personal Laptop that will run the relevant software (tablets or chromebooks will not be sufficient). A minimum of 8GB RAM is highly recommended.

Please contact the Teacher in charge to check on the specifications. 

13 Digital Technology is a University Approved Subject at Level 3


Faculties:

Technology


Pathway

13 Digital Technology 1

Career Pathways

Software Developer, Electronics Engineer, Clinical Coder, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Information Technology Manager, Systems Administrator, Engineering Machinist, Game Developer, Test Analyst, Network Administrator, Security Analyst



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										

*12DT2* - Supplementary costs: Approx $40