{"id":50,"date":"2026-03-20T18:35:58","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T18:35:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ptatuinesos.co.za\/English\/?page_id=50"},"modified":"2026-04-05T21:40:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T21:40:53","slug":"academics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ptatuinesos.co.za\/English\/academics\/","title":{"rendered":"Academics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-44ff17f154da94859c868b153e2bab2e\"><strong>Grades 8\u20139: VOC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b328f6c808f6fba9a14413127553680e\">We are one of the first schools to offer all three VOC subjects (Vocational Occupational Curriculum), and we are the only school in the district to offer three VOC subjects for 8th grade and 9th grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-00426022f3d85249523c3856499d9caa\">VOC subjects offer support for learners who want to specialise in the FET phase (Grades 10-12) in a technical direction. It is a way for learners to become familiar with the individual technical subjects earlier in school, to better prepare them for Gr10 electives. This will also ensure the dropout rate will decrease and technically inclined learners will benefit from early exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2cfea10da146322e3440b4fa164d45a1\">The following subjects are compulsory for Grade 8 and 9:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-db659ee3d30477dbb0d017132827a82a\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mechanical Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3a7410259624ca33e6e0c3628020175b\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Electrical Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-754d33bd84962f832dc7421b513bb8bd\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Civil Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fbe6d8af6871555d43b8b7a8c179137e\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Engineering Graphics and Design<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b91e3bebe5a0afb5739f3f6ebccd20ac\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; English Home Language &amp; Afrikaans First Additional Language*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cbcd49613158500c2b9834d87903da4a\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Afrikaans Home Language &amp; English First Additional Language*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a02e38c7d69c1093b9ae0e833a16eb32\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mathematics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ac416b814f8653fb8aacd4ea81d01a40\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Natural Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cba7632bac6bd8793c62eaa0e0742e1d\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Social Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-715e65e6dc6af92173dc52d557055493\">\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Life Orientation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4d8636bfacf759b704eb64c3fadccc5a\">*Choose one combination. The combination you choose must be the same as what you had in primary school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a7e893728b3dc86e5129339ae384d9fc\"><strong>Grades 10\u201312:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c545f621383d54212943ce66feae894a\">This is the opportunity where students can choose one technical subject, with 9 different options. Students also can choose between Technical Math and Mathematics, as well as Technical Science and Science. Your Grade 9 mark should be a minimum of 60% in Maths and Science in order to qualify for Mathematics and Science.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ecf575d9dae65258b6d26bd4f66f2cf2\">Life Orientation &amp; Engineer Graphics and Design is compulsory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-34ed8b9f98f699b2a3c0d3438d10e9dc\"><em>Curriculum pathways explained with graphics image<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-345309a2e378d0a807e7ecfa257aaf32\"><strong>Subjects at HTS Pretoria-Tuine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e66b3d4a744428080e72fbe75464735a\"><strong>Physical Sciences &amp; Technical Sciences<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-07c09d4b34272ff6da85db281820655a\">HTS Pretoria-Tuine offers two science streams: Physical Sciences and Technical Sciences. Physical Sciences focuses on physics and chemistry and is often required for university studies in scientific and engineering fields. Technical Sciences focuses more strongly on applied physics with supporting chemistry and is designed for learners pursuing technical careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-711938f99e91ca6392d189753ee458bb\">Technical Sciences has achieved a 100% pass rate for the past three years, while the pass rate in Physical Sciences has improved by 8%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a997e9c237e38393fc1c5046c579e68e\"><strong>Future Opportunities in this subject includes <\/strong>engineering and scientific university programmes, technical diplomas at Universities of Technology or TVET colleges, and apprenticeships and technical trades<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fadab55b16987ffa93c0f390d440fad0\"><strong>What Learners Can Expect<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b01fe7ce82c90594add9478fac97eff2\">Grade 8\u20139: Natural Sciences including physics, chemistry and biology foundations.<br>Grade 10\u201312:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6d2c4c9e14c6e99d4fabce8fee6d7698\">Physical Sciences: Strong focus on physics and chemistry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9e50787e18b510b42d681e72b369b933\">Technical Sciences: Greater focus on applied physics with supporting chemistry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bf6984bcc995fc6ba1752ad57b164399\"><strong>Afrikaans Home Language &amp; First Additional Language<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f60240f8b43d21a1731f73101789dfba\">The Afrikaans Department focuses on more than language rules and assessments. Learners develop a love for the language through reading, writing, listening and speaking while building critical thinking and communication skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-82996fdaa8d428d643cef52bdde3d5b6\">Both Afrikaans Home Language and First Additional Language are offered, ensuring learners are supported and challenged at their appropriate level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d1d0950f0e0833f556a78d4fdc903080\"><strong>Cultural Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-804ff6bdc543f7531e9a4fed7c0276ac\">Learners can participate in various enrichment opportunities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a3ad7ec26474d27770dbd23ccdba3981\">Afrikaans Senior Olympiad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-006ac6f590ce60898c2de93bcff9ae92\">Afrikaans Junior Olympiad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6eae75c707a7339183078c4fef5fec93\">Public Speaking Competition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-948799a4fe9696fb3a6df09fc9605ff4\">Spelling Bee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7a96d550d0b50caab8a29be9f091b886\">Internal Writing Competition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cb7c7de3539d97aa2a5deea02f6bb60b\">Poetry and Verse Evening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-88d698f85a5079f7d2b12152e2250909\">These activities encourage creativity, confidence and a deeper appreciation of the language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2a719898d3a6f91ceffd44b6f81fa000\"><strong>Social Sciences<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8aa25af70862d4cb98dbc481f555000d\">Social Sciences combines History and Geography to deepen learners\u2019 understanding of the world, societies and environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f0fa018f6ae5cd278eb81e01b7d67ec8\">The subject is taught with a practical and relevant approach, focusing on critical thinking, problem solving and current global issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5a93f94cbcaf675fb8df94621b810901\">Learners develop skills that help them become informed and responsible citizens while building strong academic and analytical abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-37054031099e6ea1b1acf78fb09285be\"><strong>English<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-00663989c1103217e81cb49efba5a931\">The English Department focuses on developing strong reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills that are essential in any career. The curriculum includes language development as well as literature studies in the senior grades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-843ff6146e1cd633d9cc3783019df0c2\">The Grade 12 class of 2025 achieved a 60% average in Home Language and 62% in First Additional Language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73d10b1e14c794d0a928cb71f27ff988\">Learners can participate in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-948799a4fe9696fb3a6df09fc9605ff4\">Spelling Bee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-69ebd9f33b0510fa62e724f5bf5ef55d\">World Knowledge Quiz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b08bda37c4493572905d053a8d437835\">Public Speaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8a28d14fd9790153a2a19ac90e8092bc\">Poetry Evening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2c13c201b06b12013cef6c4baf8fc8db\">These activities encourage confidence, creativity and communication skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6b68ccf995d754e706a6ea6a8a49f3b3\">Strong English skills are valuable in fields such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ce3bcd45eb1504304bc6180ce29d5e99\">Teaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c4622fd6583b91de423f84d516366695\">Journalism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9441cc7f894b5803c9ce91b4434cab1f\">Marketing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5652b7fafd8b15273de76e5148ab1ebd\">Business and communication careers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-82045b3335c329753c5d2441e5f3f92a\"><strong>Electronics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f74612199c73af7595d891e5662f7b9f\">Technical Electronics is offered in <strong>Grades 11 and 12<\/strong> and focuses on understanding electronic systems and practical applications used in modern technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-24a59d96a126bc0cc8ecaf4b3a438ad3\">The subject achieved no failures in Grade 11 and Grade 12 in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fbc1caa27b3ab3c0c9a0dbbcbc96ba6e\">Future Opportunities in thus subject includes apprenticeships and technical training programmes, further studies in electronics or electrical engineering, and industry training and employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-92e57d921564d52c275416ae959da99c\">Grade 8\u20139: Basic introduction to electronics concepts.<br>Grade 10\u201312: Progressive development from basic principles to more advanced electronic systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5eb6cb5aec8d4a39a1e7c6296ff1f1c3\"><strong>Mathematics &amp; Technical Mathematics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f1059f7dbc9ab723abc5bf191c989e7f\">HTS Pretoria-Tuine offers Mathematics (Grades 8\u201312) and Technical Mathematics (Grades 10\u201312).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1ca89a1987c59690b345b6b09983fbc3\">Technical Mathematics replaced Mathematical Literacy as it aligns better with the school\u2019s technical focus and prepares learners for technical careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-edb65db638e6c5b382888d6e61f74e3f\">100% pass rate in Technical Mathematics in 2024 and 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1df82a07f9fac2de4ce912dbaf821c2d\">Learner Pretty Tshipote won Gold in the National Mathematics Olympiad (2024)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3d4b4cbd758d42dac6eac037d7e3d4c3\">Mathematics supports access to a wide range of degree and diploma programmes, depending on the study field requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6d19c305126c071444c813e69c246750\">The mathematical topics remain consistent each year, while complexity and depth increase as learners progress through the grades. Technical Mathematics includes an additional practical application component.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-53d392277807c0cf3a3e49a5be21f9e5\"><strong>Life Orientation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-24bf6c8f9a490c248d6fd99296abf661\">Life Orientation focuses on the holistic development of learners, including personal, social, emotional and physical wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ef2022378419e7d891a721e46c90fc3d\">The subject prepares learners for the challenges of life by developing self-awareness, decision-making skills, goal setting and responsible citizenship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dd8371d721f9ebc48cb44abde3678d0b\">The subject has maintained a 100% pass rate with distinctions and no Level 1 results for the past four years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-455bd1a4571ff5ad13b5044571ab8d95\">The skills gained benefit learners in all careers and support pathways such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4bcce72d67d1f91d10f14eac4494866e\">Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1e008e0d6172d2d247a22ad6a8c9d158\">Social work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-16c749810fd8db27f6dc2a2bf93621e9\">Community leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ce42fd8d47f5d75b9e2af5377f2c6c66\">Career planning and research<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9a92b3614b87f133522225bdb94f5a66\">Grade 8\u20139: Health, hygiene, world of work, and social responsibility.<br>Grade 10\u201312: Identity, human rights, careers, study skills, social challenges and responsible decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1acae9993b4aeb72c67e0c06e56f6b3e\"><strong>Civil Technology (Services)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b622288bb4c8a7050cd1a44fd95b7b41\">Civil Technology (Services) focuses on the design, installation and maintenance of building services, including water systems, drainage, sanitation and basic infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-68aa9cb91bf576036b7962d556629256\">Learners develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in well-equipped workshops that simulate real working environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3bd3b779c57496c9b58c717bf80d70cc\">100% pass rate for four consecutive years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-016b4defbdde1bb6964b6787e3e0fc10\">Positive feedback from external moderators on practical standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b7b96286b2d4012cca314e09fc4f5173\">Learners may:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6124924feb2b41bb3a85129a4320d072\">Study civil engineering or architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-797363f095fcd092c4b68793ecbbde34\">Enrol at a TVET college<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1b808ef3c55d332196518f3415269a44\">Enter apprenticeships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-43865744f7567a13ef1a056ab57ca265\">Work as technical assistants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed94c8bb5f07190729d6e084a0148b6d\">Start small businesses in building services or maintenance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d7ecc87374817e8c55f4b0ccae4c0022\">Grade 8\u20139: Introduction to technical concepts and safety.<br>Grade 10\u201312: Specialized study with more complex projects and formal CAPS assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-29291999c745456ef5d329c13c0fc9bf\"><strong>Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-034413d16045735dc770b359a81e4cbe\">Engineering Graphics and Design is the technical language of design, teaching learners how to read and draw engineering plans used in manufacturing, architecture and engineering industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-581dcc8b3f8505d08bdb0fc478d0d9c3\">The subject achieved a 100% pass rate in 2023 and 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2540df3dfbb84fc46261499b4af515bc\">EGD supports careers in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4903a1b2580164dcaee4e7e858e163dd\">Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cb65d45f7c2fdab0916f9b8d021bc57f\">Architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3e6d33345311b00a25ef645045bf36c0\">Industrial design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-462d9bcefeb83c8c34519162ab1458f6\">Technical drawing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1fb234926c614775238a014d19ab6ee7\">Manufacturing and product design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c174f960461d302422ee732c9f5d0a05\">Grade 8\u20139: Basic drawing and design concepts within the Technology curriculum.<br>Grade 10\u201312: A full subject with increasing complexity and advanced technical drawing skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-824508e327768a851922fecb674699fe\"><strong>Electrical Technology: Digital<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b4ca3fd05c39dea9760aed9250b04a57\">Digital Electronics focuses on electronic systems that operate using binary code (0s and 1s). 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