Craft & Technology and Aesthetics

The Craft & Technology and Aesthetics Department is made up of the following units:
Art Unit, Music Unit, Design and Technology Unit and Nutrition and Food Science Unit.

Department Staff


Head of Department	Ms Kwa Yi Ru Grace
Music Unit	Mrs Geraldine Tay (ST/ Music) Ms Agnes Chin Ms Gladys Seow Yi Ling
Design and Technology Unit	Mr Gary Tan (Year Head, Upper Sec) Ms Chen Xinyi
Art Unit	Mr Abdul Hadi Wahib (ST/ Art) Ms Jeslyn Lee
Nutrition & food Science Unit	Mrs Haymini Segar Ms Bernice Pan Ms Ernie Abd Rahman
Support Staff	Mr Sim Beng Hwa Mr Ng Khoon Huat

Programmes

Art Programme:

The Art programme aims to stimulate the love and appreciation of art among our pupils. Through positive learning experiences in art, students develop visual literacy and learn to express their ideas and feelings through their artworks. Through the Art making process, pupils develop their critical and creative thinking and achieve a sense of self-confidence and achievement which equips them to better understand and engage with the world they live in.

Lower Secondary Art Programme

Drawing
Application of Colours
Print Making
Study of Visual Arts (SOVA)

Upper Secondary Art Programme

Acrylic Painting
Pencil / Colour Pencil Sketching
Digital Art
Ceramics
Study of Visual Art (SOVA)
Enrichment Workshops

Music Programme:

The Music Programme aims to develop among our students an awareness of and appreciation for music of various cultures, the role of music in daily living and develop ability for creative expression. Through music making, students develop music appreciation and understanding through direct experiences in listening, creating and performing music.

Lower Secondary Music Programme

Music Elements (Melody, Rhythm, Tempo, Structure, Timbre, Texture and Dynamics)
Rhythmic Notation
Music Concepts
Digital Music Production
Playing of Percussion Instruments
Pop Music Influence: various historical influence, artistes, bands, genre & style
Playing of the Guitar

Upper Secondary ‘O’ Level Music Programme

‘O’ Level Music Programme is a 2 year course, starting at Secondary 3 and ending with the ‘O’ Level examinations. Students engage in Music Studies as well as develop skills in Music Performance and Music Writing. The programme gives them opportunities for them to develop and follow their musical inclinations and helps them to understand and appreciate the cultural diversity of music.

Design & Technology Programme:

The Design and Technology programme aims to develop design-thinking among our students and develop an appreciation of design in everyday life as well as uses of technology (Electronics, Mechanisms and Structures) in products. They learn drawing and sketching skills to enable them to communicate their ideas and thoughts about design effectively. Through engaging in the design process, pupils learn to solve authentic problems and develop resilience, confidence and problem-solving skills.

Lower Secondary Design and Technology Programme:

Lower secondary programme focuses on design appreciation. Students are introduced to basic design skills as well as uses of technology (Electronics, Mechanisms, and Structures) in products and how they are used to meet our everyday needs. They are also taught basic skills in the handling of tools and simple machinery work with the different resistant materials (woods, metals, plastics) to allow them to realise their product designs. The lower secondary programme provides students with practical skills, creativity, and confidence that they can apply in their everyday lives. Through the lower secondary programme’s emphasis on design appreciation, students gain essential skills in basic design and technology. They learn to work with tools and machinery confidently, to successfully bring their product designs to life.

Upper Secondary Design and Technology Programme:

Upper secondary programme builds on student’s foundational studies in the lower secondary programme. Students are also taught in-depth about the design process (Research, Design opportunities, Ideation, Realisation) and technology (Electronics, Mechanisms, and Structures). Students are taught drawing, sketching, and rendering skills to help them express their ideas and thoughts about design. Students are also exposed to ICT tools like 3D CAD modelling and Electronic Circuit Simulators. The upper secondary programme is a continuation of students’ foundational studies in the lower secondary program. Students learn to apply the design process - including research, ideation, and realization to identify and solve authentic problems. They also learn about technology, such as electronics, mechanisms, and structures and how they can be applied into their design solutions. Additionally, students hone their drawing, sketching, and rendering skills, allowing them to better communicate their ideas and thoughts about design. With exposure to ICT tools, such as 3D CAD modelling and electronic circuit simulators, students gain practical experience and hands-on knowledge that will serve them well in the future.

Nutrition & Food Science Programme:

The Nutrition & Food Science programme aims to develop among our students the relevant life skills to independently navigate the wealth of information available to them to make informed choices for everyday living and develop in them positive attitudes that will empower them to make informed food and consumer choices in their daily life. Our pupils are taught many vital skills which challenge their creativity and given opportunities to make informed choices

Lower Secondary-Food and Consumer Education Programme:

Lower secondary programme focuses on building pupils knowledge of learn basic principles of consumer education to manage resources and understand consumer rights, as well as responsibilities and equip pupils with the knowledge about diet and health, so that they can be more discerning in choosing nutritious food for good health and be informed of the benefits of a balanced meal.

Upper Secondary Food and Nutrition Programme:

Building on their knowledge from the lower secondary programme, they are also taught in depth on principals of food science, nutritional concepts, diet and health issues as well as how to conduct Food Science Experiments.