Technology

Statement

At Rutherford Technology High School the use of technology is based on the following statement:

• Use a variety of information technology through the school.
  
• Use technology as a tool to learning
  
• Using various technologies in the learning process
  
• Integrating computer technology into teaching and learning
  
• Encouraging a problem-solving approach to learning valuing technology as a tool to support learning
  
• Providing opportunities to access, utilise and develop skills for using various technologies
  
• Using computer technology for information gathering, encouraging higher order thinking to find multiple solutions to problems and producing quality work
  
• Fostering an interdisciplinary approach to learning in the "real" environment using technology as a vehicle for meaningful self-expression
  
• Encouraging critical analysis of computer technologies
  
• Encouraging students to utilise the most appropriate technologies to solve problems.

Facilities

Rutherford Technology High School boasts a state-of-the-art network based on Microsoft software and IBM compatible hardware. The school is fully cabled and boasts computer labs in all KLA areas.

A brief synopsis..

• 6 Windows 2003 File Servers
  
• GProxy Linux Server
  
• Approximately 1500gig server storage space
  
• 300 Windows XP workstations
• Remote Access for all staff from anywhere in the world
• Comprehensive Intranet incorporating extranet and public access
  
• Microsoft Back Office Applications - Exchange, SMS, SQl, ISA
  
• Microsoft Office 2003
  
• Macromedia Web Studio MX
  
• Macromedia Director MX
  
• Pinnacle Studio 9
  
• Adobe Photoshop
  
• Adobe Pagemaker
  
• Autocad
  
• Finale Music Software
• 10 Smartboards