L1 Materials Technology
1MAT Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: S. Hale.
NCEA Level 1 Materials Technology (1MAT)
The course will appeal to students interested in creating technological outcomes, using mixed materials, and developing workshop skills that may support a career in the trades.
Materials Level 1 provides students with an opportunity to complete a mix of both Achievement Standards and Unit Standards. The Achievements Standards use mixed materials and follow the technological process of the development of a product. The Unit Standards work alongside these to develop practical workshop skills. This course therefore enables students to explore pathways to either Senior Materials Technology or trades based courses.
Leads on to Materials Technology, Carpentry or Engineering at L2 and L3. Engineering, building, fabrication, upholstery, trades pathways.
Learning Areas:
2024 NCEA Level 1 Courses, Technology
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
This course can lead on to any of the Materials Technology pathways such as Carpentry, Engineering, or Textiles Technology.
Career PathwaysCabinet Maker, Fabrication Engineer, Fashion Designer, Metal Worker, Joiner, Textile Process Operator, Project Manager, Welder, Boat Builder, Patternmaker, Building Contractor, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Building and Construction Labourer, Building and Construction Manager, Carpenter, Industrial Designer, Driller, Product Assembler, Mechanical Engineer, Roofer, Signmaker, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Cutter, Sewing Machinist, Furniture Finisher, User Experience Designer, Garment Technician
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThere may be a cost associated with taking projects home. This will be determined on a project-by-project basis.