Food Technologies

Learning Concepts

Development of practical skills related to food production using a range of techniques and technologies.  The focus will be on how foods meet the needs of certain groups and therefore impact on society. Design processes will be used to create solutions to problems, including evaluating based on set criteria.  

Possible topics include: 

• Kitchen fundamentals 
• Design challenges 
• Breakfasts for teenagers 
• Eating to save the world 
• Growing your own food 
• Food and culture 

Assessment Type 1: Fundamentals and skills tasks 10% 

Assessment Type 2: Practical and Research task 40% 

Assessment Type 3: Practical and Design task 50%