George Campbell School of Technology

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George Campbell School of Technology
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George Campbell School of Technology
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Type Public, Co-Educational
MottoNe Obliviscaris
Established1963
LocaleUrban
HeadmasterJacques Van Leeuwen
Exam board KZN
Grades8 - 12
Number of students1,000 pupils
Website www.georgecampbell.co.za

George Campbell School of Technology is a public high school specialising in technical education, located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The school was founded as George Campbell Technical High School in 1963 and today has a co-educational student body of over 1100 pupils. The curriculum includes the compulsory subjects of Mathematics, Physical Science & Chemistry, Engineering Graphics and Design, English and Afrikaans or IsiZulu.

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Electives offered are:

Facilities

In Grade 10 learners have the choice of doing either IT, where they learn programming, such as Java, or CAT (Computer Applications Technology) where they learn computer applications such as databases, word processors and webpage design. These subjects are done through to grade 12.

Electrical Technology Centre

The Electrical Technology Centre is capable of accommodating a diverse range of disciplines as outlined in its curriculum, including Electrical (Heavy Current), Electronics (Light Current), Digital Systems, and Communication Systems.

Civil Technology Centre

The institute offers dedicated facilities tailored to the distinct Civil Technology domains encompassed within its campus curriculum, encompassing Woodworking, Plumbing, and Construction.

Mechanical Technology Centre

The introduction of the NCS document brought about a significant addition to the syllabus, in the form of a novel subject known as Mechanical Technology. This subject centered on technological processes, encompassing design, systematic problem-solving, and the practical application of scientific principles. Notably, Mechanical Technology consolidated the previously distinct subjects of Motor Mechanics, Fitting and Turning, and Technica Mechanica into a unified curriculum.

In a more recent development, the school has undertaken a diversification of its Mechanical Technology discipline, including Automotive Technology, Welding, and Fitting and Machining.

AutoCAD Centre

The CAD center operates a network of 35 computers, all equipped with AutoCAD software. The facility is staffed by a team of four educators, instructing Grade 10 through Grade 12 students in the usage of AutoCAD. Notably, the curriculum extends to Grade 12 learners, where in addition to AutoCAD instruction, they are also provided with training in 3D modeling techniques.

Sport

On Saturdays, a total of 14 teams participate in competitive matches.

The educational institution further provides a range of sporting pursuits, including but not limited to:

The educational institution further provides a range of extracurricular pursuits, including but not limited to:

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