Howick College Howick College

Year 11 Design and Visual Communication (11DVC)

11DVC
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr K. Martin.

Pre-requisites

No pre-requisites.


Year 11 Design and Visual Communication explores a variety of communication techniques in relation to an Architectural and Product Design brief. Students will develop an understanding of freehand drawing, rendering, and computer-aided design techniques, to explore creative outcomes.

Students will create conceptual design in response to a given brief, exploring aesthetic and functional characteristics of a design heritage. Building up an understanding of a variety of key attributes within product design and spatial design briefs are key for the progression towards level 2 and level 3 Design and Visual Communication.

 

  



Learning Areas:

Technology


Pathway

Year 12 Design and Visual Communication (12DVC)

Architecture, Industrial Design, Engineering, Design

Career Pathways

Software Developer, Architect, Architectural Technician, Boat Builder, Naval Architect, Surveyor, Urban/Regional Planner, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Interior Designer, Industrial Designer, Conservator, Quantity Surveyor, Systems Administrator, Information Technology Architect, Landscape Architect, Landscaper, Project Manager, Roofer, Network Administrator



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										

$50 - This covers resources and materials throughout the year to create the portfolio, model making, and a presentation at the end of the year.


Disclaimer

Owing to teachers responding to individual students' needs, courses and NCEA standards taught in a subject maybe different to those displayed.