9FOT

Year 9 Food Technology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Slade.

What will you learn?

Students explore the relationship between food and nutrition, research and the development of food products in a practical setting. 

Students will learn basic cookery and meal preparation skills. Investigate food labelling and the impact of food choices on our health.

Where does it lead?

This course provides skills and understanding for the continuing study of food subjects. 



Photos: Meak Maker Unit: Creating nutritious meals using ingredients from our Māra Kai (School Garden). 


                                       

                            Photo: Bake a Batch Unit- students create their own biscuit and label based on stakeholder feedback

                                               


What should I have already done?

Open Entry


Course Contribution

$50 (covers the cost of ingredients for practical lessons)

Pathway

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 prerequisite of a course or if the course requires this for entry

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

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

Course contribution may vary slightly by the start of 2025