 Maitland Grossmann High School’s Industrial Arts faculty has an array of facilities and equipment to enable us to offer a broad range of courses in both the junior and senior school. We have two well-equipped Woodwork rooms, a Design and Technology workshop, a Metalwork block with a machining bay, a Technical Drawing/Electronics room and a Graphics workspace. The latter two rooms are equipped with computers to enable students to research their work, access the web, and produce CAD drawings. Our workshops are equipped with the latest in fume and dust extraction technology to ensure a safe work environment.
Years 7 and 8 students complete a mandatory course of Technology, which concentrates on design principles and how these relate to everyday life. They are involved in designing and producing items to meet specific needs in the areas of study of The Built Environments, Products, and Information and Communications.
Years 9 and 10 students are offered the following electives:
Industrial Technology - Timber is a basic course in cabinetwork. Students learn about the various tools, machines, materials and components that are used in the woodworking field.
Industrial Technology - Metal is a course designed to teach the fundamentals of metal work. Students learn about the materials, tools, and machines that are commonly used in working with metals. In both of the above students engage in design and making of projects that are relevant and useful.
Industrial Technology - Electronics is a course designed to teach the fundamentals of Electronics and provide opportunities for students to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in relation to the electronics and associated industries. Core modules develop knowledge and skills in the use of materials, tools and techniques related to electronics which are enhanced and further developed through the study of specialist modules in: Circuits and Components, Computer Repair and Construction.
 Graphics Technology - is a course designed to teach students how to communicate their ideas using a range of graphical forms. This is particularly relevant to technical ideas where a drawing can convey ideas and information far more efficiently than a verbal or written explanation. The use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) is taught and this course is foundational for any student hoping to do a trade course on leaving school. In 2008 we have introduced the state-of-the-art 3D CATIA CAD/CAM/CAE software valued at millions of dollars being provided through the F1 in Schools program and Re-Engineering Australia.
Industrial Technology - Construction was introduced so that students could develop a range of construction skills whilst improving the physical environment of the school. Students develop skills and expertise which could be used for future employment in related fields.
 Industrial Technology - Engineering was introduced in 2008 as part of the F1 in Schools challenge. Groups involved in this course will compete against schools in our Hub as well as the Region with the opportunity to compete in national and overseas events. The course also introduces concepts of civil structures, hydraulics, brakes and other engineering areas.
Senior students in Years 11 and 12 are offered five subjects to choose for the HSC:
Industrial Technology- Timber Products and Furniture Industries This is an industry-based subject where the relevant industry is studied and a Major Project is constructed for the HSC
Design and Technology is a design-based subject, which also involves the construction of a Major Project and the study of design principles and designers.
Engineering Studies is a foundational course for engineering that involves communication, mechanics/hydraulics, engineering materials, historical/societal influences, electricity/electronics, and the scope of the profession. The Industrial Arts faculty has a staff with enthusiasm, vast knowledge of a range of industrial vocations and many years of teaching experience.
 Vet Construction is designed to enable students to acquire a range of technical, personal and organisational skills valued both within and beyond the workplace. Students will also acquire underpinning skills and knowledge related to functional areas within the construction industry. Through study in this subject students will gain experience that can be applied to a range of contexts including work, study and leisure and that can be used in making informed career choices.
 VET Metals and Engineering is designed to enable students to acquire a range of technical, personal and organisational skills valued both within and beyond the workplace. Students will also acquire underpinning skills and knowledge related to functional areas within the manufacturing, engineering and related service industries. Through study in this subject, students will gain experience that can be applied to a range of contexts, including work, study and leisure, and that can be used in making informed career choices.
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