Westlake Girls’ High School Westlake Girls’ High School

Level 2 Food Technology

12FDTC
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs E. Beaumont.

Recommended Prior Learning


Subject

Level

Recommendations

Year 9


Open entry

Year 10


Open entry

Level 1 Food Technology

1

Open entry.

Year 9 or 10 Food Technology is an advantage.

Level 2 Food Technology

2

10 credits in Level 1 Food Technology or at HoD discretion.

Level 2 Hospitality

2

Entry at HOD discretion.

An interest in food preparation is required. 

Level 3 Food Technology

3

14 credits in Level 2 Technology or at HoD discretion.

Level 3 Hospitality

3

Entry at HOD discretion. 

An interest in food preparation required.







Year 12 Food Technology builds on students' understanding of the design process gained in Year 11, with a strong focus on applying design thinking to identify consumer needs, develop innovative ideas, and create outcomes that are fit for purpose. Students produce a comprehensive portfolio of evidence that includes market, technical, and consumer research, with an emphasis on advanced food processing techniques to address an adolescent nutrition issue. 

Progress is monitored through regular checkpoints, and the external assessment is a written report based on the portfolio. Consistent attendance is essential to ensure individual success. 

A supplementary cost applies to cover ingredients used in practical lessons.

This course is not suitable for students with severe food allergies.

The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.


Departments:

Technology


Pathway

Level 3 Food Technology

This course can lead to Level 3 Food Technology or Level 3 Hospitality



			


				

Disclaimer

Courses will only run based on minimum entries

Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course

You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry

Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department

Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths