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Generic technology

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Generic technology is the study of common materials, software and tools. Learn how to plan and create designs using technology to solve problems.

NCEA Level

Levels 2 to 3 out of 3

Study towards

  • University Entrance

  • Vocational Pathways

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Level 1

Generic technology

Not offered at this level

Level 2

Generic technology

Study towards
  • Vocational Pathways
  • NCEA Level 2

Level 3

Generic technology

Study towards
  • University Entrance
  • NCEA Level 3

Study towards Vocational Pathways
Ako mō ngā Ara Ahumahi,

This may get you credits towards these Vocational Pathways.

  • Creative Industries
  • Manufacturing and Technology

Vocational Pathways show how the skills and knowledge you gained in this subject relate to different industries.

About Vocational Pathways - Ministry of Education

Study towards NCEA Level 2
Ako mō te NCEA Taumata 2,

This subject can get you credits towards NCEA Level 2.

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Find out more
Ako atu,

  • Generic technology standards – NZQA
  • Generic technology exemplars – NZQA

Other subjects in this learning area
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Subject

Computer science

NCEA Level2-3

Computer science is the study of software and hardware programming and systems. Learn how to design, develop and test digital information.

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