Switched On Technology Stage 4 is written specifically to meet the requirements of the Technology (Mandatory) Years 7-8 Syllabus for New South Wales. Features * Full-colour student text to capture student interest * Chapters cover design-related content and most of the technologies listed in the syllabus * Design processes, design briefs, tools, materials, techniques, ICT and technology at work included throughout * A sample design project for each technology * OHS integration plus special Safety sections * Activities cater for different learning styles and providing opportunities to use ICT.

Table of Contents

* Introducing design * The design process * Timber technologies * Metals technologies * Polymer technologies * Textile technologies * Food technologies * Plant production technologies * Graphics technologies * Information technologies * Electronics technologies * Control technologies