Stage 1 Digital Technology
Stage 1 Digital Technology (S1 - Data Analytics/Programming)
Digital Technologies equips students to innovate and solve real-world problems through computational thinking and program design. They analyse data, propose sustainable solutions, and create digital prototypes, learning from experimentation and iteration. Emphasising interdisciplinary connections, the subject fosters creativity and collaboration via project-based learning. Students develop coding skills, including array processing and modularisation, within agile or iterative frameworks. This dynamic learning environment spans physical and digital spaces, preparing students to navigate and lead in a technologically advancing world while honing skills in initiative, communication, and critical thinking.
Subject Type: Elective
Length: Offered in Semester 1
SACE Credits: 10 Credits – Stage 1
Prerequisites: C for 1 Semester of Year 10 Digital Technology
Contact Person: daniel.engler@stcolumba.sa.edu.au
Further Reading: Subject description | Subject outline | Stage 1 - Digital Technologies - South Australian Certificate of Education (sace.sa.edu.au)
Game Programming Courses | Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)
Adelaide Robotics Academy - Robotics, AI and Coding Courses & Activities
Topic Overview
- Apply computational thinking skills to explore problems and possible solutions
- Develop and apply programming skills in creating digital solutions
- Analyse patterns and relationships in data sets and/or algorithms, and draw conclusions
- Develop and apply program‑design skills to create and evaluate digital solutions
- Research and discuss ethical considerations in digital technologies
- Work individually and collaboratively.
Assessment Overview
Assessment Type 1: Project Skills (70%)
- Data Analytics (Collaborative) – Success of Apps
- Data Analytics (Collaborative) – Investigation of Local Problem
Assessment Type 2: Digital Solutions (30%)
- Programming (Individual) – Computer Code Game
- Programming (Individual) – Solving a Local Issue
Stage 1 Digital Technology (S2 - Programming and Exploring Innovation)
Digital Technologies equips students to innovate and solve real-world problems through computational thinking and program design. They analyse data, propose sustainable solutions, and create digital prototypes, learning from experimentation and iteration. Emphasising interdisciplinary connections, the subject fosters creativity and collaboration via project-based learning. Students develop coding skills, including array processing and modularisation, within agile or iterative frameworks. This dynamic learning environment spans physical and digital spaces, preparing students to navigate and lead in a technologically advancing world while honing skills in initiative, communication, and critical thinking.
Subject Type: Elective
Length: Offered in Semester 2
SACE Credits: 10 Credits – Stage 1
Prerequisites: C for 1 Semester of Year 10 Digital Technology
Contact Person: daniel.engler@stcolumba.sa.edu.au
Further Reading: Subject description | Subject outline | Stage 1 - Digital Technologies - South Australian Certificate of Education (sace.sa.edu.au)
Game Programming Courses | Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)
Adelaide Robotics Academy - Robotics, AI and Coding Courses & Activities
Topic Overview
- Apply computational thinking skills to explore problems and possible solutions
- Develop and apply programming skills in creating digital solutions
- Analyse patterns and relationships in data sets and/or algorithms, and draw conclusions
- Develop and apply program‑design skills to create and evaluate digital solutions
- Research and discuss ethical considerations in digital technologies
- Work individually and collaboratively.
Assessment Overview
Assessment Type 1: Project Skills (70%)
- Exploring Innovation (Collaborative) – Autonomous Vehicles
- Programming (Individual) – Creating an Automated Vehicle (Arduino/ Raspberry Pi)
- Product Design Plan (Collaborative)
Assessment Type 2: Digital Solutions (30%)
- Programming (Individual) – Creating an Advanced Automated Vehicle