Year 10 Hard Materials Technology

Year 10 Hard Materials Technology (Hard Tech) is a course designed to give student a chance to learn and practice skills used in traditional woodworking, with a focus on traditional wood joinery. Although Year 10 Hard Tech builds upon the learnings gained in Year 9 Hard Tech, students are encouraged to take the Year 10 course even if they have no prior experience in woodworking. Throughout the two terms, students will be taught how to use a variety of hand tools and some select power tools safely and responsibly, including how to care for them. Students are encouraged to practice Manaakitanga, by trying hard, learning form mistakes, and persevering, all the while respecting the tools, materials, and their and others' work.