12 PROCESSING TECHNOLOGIES - HĀTEPE
Course Description
Curriculum Leader: Mr K. Paterson.
This course offers a deep dive into process technology, with three focused internal assessments of four credits each that develop advanced skills and understanding. In Terms 1 and 2, students will learn to select and use a variety of planning tools to effectively manage the development of a project outcome. They will apply advanced procedures to process a product of their own choice. The hands-on assessment challenges students to enhance their technical skills and proficiency in using advanced methods and technologies in processing. In Term 3, students will demonstrate their understanding of advanced concepts in processing technology. This assessment focuses on theoretical knowledge and innovative techniques, supported by hands-on trials to apply and test these concepts.
Term 1 NCEA Level 2 Internal: Select and use planning tools to manage the development of an outcome.
4 Level 2 credits.
Term 2 NCEA Level 2 Internal: Implement advanced procedures to process a specified product.
4 Level 2 credits.
Term 3 NCEA Level 2 Internal: Demonstrate understanding of advanced concepts used in processing.
4 Level 2 credits.
Term 4 NCEA Level 3 Internal: Demonstrate understanding of advanced concepts used in preservation and packaging for product storage.
4 Level 3 credits
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Education Teaching is the most common career path for home economists. Opportunities are available in middle and high schools, where teacher certification is required for public school systems. With an advanced degree, you may also find opportunities to teach at a college or university. Home economics graduates may also opt to teach parenting, nutrition or financial management classes in community or non-profit programs that focus on family guidance and social services. Business and Government Students pursuing a degree in home economics must take classes in management, finance, public policy and administration. This education, along with transferrable skills like public speaking, writing, computers and research, qualifies graduates for positions in banking, customer service, human resources, training and development. Restaurant Management Food preparation, menu planning and nutrition are other skills acquired in the study of family and consumer sciences. Consequently, careers in restaurant management are also suitable for home economists. This is especially true for school, hospital and public cafeteria administration. Human Rights, Law and Advocacy Graduates of family and consumer science programs are often passionate about the rights of children, the disabled and elderly. This passion and educational training are ideal for positions in non-profit administration. This includes jobs in consumer advocacy, activism, fund raising, volunteer coordination and program management.,