Teacher in Charge: Mr K. Martin.
Pre-requisitesNo 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.
Year 12 Design and Visual Communication (12DVC)
Architecture, Industrial Design, Engineering, Design
Career PathwaysSoftware 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.
Owing to teachers responding to individual students' needs, courses and NCEA standards taught in a subject maybe different to those displayed.