Students are introduced to the design process of investigating, designing, producing and evaluating. Each project will build upon the students’ understanding of this process. Working within the parameters of a given design brief, students will learn to solve design and construction problems through careful planning and investigation. Emphasis is placed upon thoughtful design, creativity, digital rendering to communicate design responses and then a high standard of finished work. Respect for equipment and safe working methods are emphasised.
Students are asked to maintain a Design Folio. The Design Folio will contain design ideas and technical drawings of production work along with theory notes. It is an important tool for the development of ideas and assists students in their understanding of the process of design and production.
Explain how specific characteristics of materials and particular processes affect functional and aesthetic design requirements. Students gather and process information, which relates to the use of materials and processes.
Prepare a design option that specifies materials and techniques with consideration for functional, aesthetic and environmental requirements. Design proposals need to include detailed specifications to clearly communicate ideas developed through computer aided manufacturing.
New and emerging technology using computer aided design and 3D rendering software such as Fusion 360, are used to innovate projects to incorporate 3D and Laser printing.
Implement the design using appropriate techniques and equipment with precision and safety. A range of production processes and specialised equipment are used to ensure quality, standards and detailed specifications are met and adhered to.
Prepare a report that evaluates the efficiency of the processes used and the effectiveness and suitability of the products. Judgements of the appropriateness of the innovative aspects are made.
Design Folio
Production
Investigation
Evaluation