David Howell

I am learning the assembly and disassembly of computers, troubleshooting common faults, and safe working practices with electrical equipment.

I am gaining an introduction to programming with Python. This module is also developing my soft skills in critical thinking and problem solving. I am learning to debug and analyze code using efficient and logical methods.

I am learning how to design and code websites using HTML and CSS. I am developing my team work skills as I work with other students to problem solve bugs and discover more efficient and user-friendly ways to design digital interfaces. Time management has been extremely important to success in this class, as assessments take a lot of extra work behind the scenes while also prioritising assignments from other modules.

I have been learning about the impact of IT on business and also gaining an introduction to database modelling. This has been the module that has helped me develop my team work skills the most, as many of our projects are completed in groups. Working with different personalities to accomplish a shared task in a given timeframe has been a really fulfilling challenge. We have also started learning the basics of Microsoft Access.

• Planning for and carrying out a multi-day hike
• The importance of Kaitiakitanga, our responsibility of guardianship and protection of the environment
• Self-management
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Survival skills, including clothing layering, land navigation techniques, and safe river crossings
• Personal resilience when facing fatigue, interpersonal conflicts and stressful environments