This is the first of four books for lower secondary school students in the Australian Technology Studies series. Students are encouraged to apply the knowledge gained during their technology studies to a range of practical situations. They are involved in the researching, designing, making, and evaluating processes in relation to a wide variety of materials - wood, plastics, textiles, food and metals. Technology 1 examines a number of simple and more complex mechanical and electronic systems, such as computers, which are often taken for granted.

A two-year Stage book offering the most in-depth study available of key syllabus strands in Designing and Producing and Innovation and Emerging Technologies. Flexible theory text compliments practical class work and can be applied to any materials available. Suitable for Years 11 and 12.