Characteristics A Learner Needs To Excel In This Subject:
Creative
Innovative
Good time management
Team player
Critical thinker
a Respect for the environment.
Possible Career Options:
Engineers
Technicians
Artisans
Architects
Technology education was introduced to the SA curriculum in recognition of the need for Engineers, Technicians and Artisans. The subject stimulates learners to be innovative and develops their creative and, critical thinking skills.
It teaches them to manage time and material resources effectively, provides opportunities for collaborative learning and nurtures teamwork. Technology can be defined as: The use of knowledge, skills and resources to meet peoples needs and wants by developing practical solutions to problems, taking social and environmental factors into considerations.