Technologies

 

Junior Cycle Engineering 

Engineering encourages students to take an active, collaborative and goal orientated approach to problem solving. Engineering takes a reflective, systematic approach to design and design modification for the purpose of manufacturing an improved solution. Manufacturing tasks place emphasis on precision and high-quality finish. Engineering fosters an engineering mindset in all students. 

engineering information leaflet.pdf

 

Junior Cycle Wood Technology 

In Wood Technology students will explore the natural and made world through the medium of design, seeking out opportunities to creatively and innovatively apply the material/resource in making and shaping their environment. The sustainable use of and management of this natural resource is important as the world faces the challenges of the 21st century.

 

wood technology information leaflet 1.pdf

 

Junior Cycle Graphics 

In Junior Cycle Graphics, students develop their creativity, spatial ability, and capacity to reason and communicate ideas through engagement with abstract and applied geometric problem-solving activities. Graphics encourages the development of the cognitive and practical dexterity skills associated with graphical communication. 

graphics information leaflet 1.pdf

 

To find out more information about these subjects please click on the following link which will bring you to the Junior Cycle guidelines on these subjects: JC Technologies