stage 2 DESIGN, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Stage 1 Design and Technology subjects with Stage 1 CAD an advantage.
Course Description
A full year course which can be studied in Year 11 by advanced graphics students followed by Stage 2 Design and Technology Studies in Year 12 or as a single Year 12 subject. This course has an emphasis on practical CAD drawing skills and industrial design.
Content
Assessment Components
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Stage 1 Design and Technology subjects with Stage 1 CAD an advantage.
Course Description
A full year course which can be studied in Year 11 by advanced graphics students followed by Stage 2 Design and Technology Studies in Year 12 or as a single Year 12 subject. This course has an emphasis on practical CAD drawing skills and industrial design.
Content
- CAD - Reverse Engineering a Commercial Product
- Analysis and Redesign of a Commercial Product
- Industrial Issues Study
- Material Investigation
- Product Design and Prototyping using CNC machine and 3-D Printing
Assessment Components
- 20% Skills and Application
- 50% Major Product, Product Folio - product design & evaluation
- 30% Materials testing and Impact essay
FURNITURE CONSTRUCTION
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Course Description
In this course students construct a bedside table as their skills task and then design and produce another piece of furniture of their choice for a major project..
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
An additional fee may be required to cover the costs of materials if a student designs an oversized project. Further information will be provided.
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Course Description
In this course students construct a bedside table as their skills task and then design and produce another piece of furniture of their choice for a major project..
Content
- Frame & Drawer Construction
- Material Testing
- Design Folio for Major Project
- Machine Operation
- Construction of Major Project
Assessment Components
- 20% Skills and Application
- 50% Major Product, Product Folio - product design & evaluation
- 30% Materials testing and Impact essay
Additional Information
An additional fee may be required to cover the costs of materials if a student designs an oversized project. Further information will be provided.
METAL TECHNOLOGY
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Course Description
A practical metal course involving lathe work, general machining, welding, fabrication and bench work. The Skills Task is a mitre clamp. The course has a focus on CAD/CAM using the CNC lathe and CNC plasma cutter. Students will design and construct a major project of their own choice negotiated with the teacher.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
An additional fee may be required to cover the costs of materials if a student designs an oversized project. Further information will be provided.
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Course Description
A practical metal course involving lathe work, general machining, welding, fabrication and bench work. The Skills Task is a mitre clamp. The course has a focus on CAD/CAM using the CNC lathe and CNC plasma cutter. Students will design and construct a major project of their own choice negotiated with the teacher.
Content
- Welding – gas, arc, GMAW (MIG), TIG
- Metal machining - Lathe
- Fabrication
- Design – folio development and project planning
Assessment Components
- 20% Skills Exercises
- 50% Major Product, Product Folio - product design & evaluation
- 30% Materials testing and Impact essay
Additional Information
An additional fee may be required to cover the costs of materials if a student designs an oversized project. Further information will be provided.
WORKPLACE PRACTICES
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Course Description
This subject provides opportunities to learn about the world of work, application for employment, industrial relations and industry skill training. It is suitable for all students, including those planning tertiary study or work, in their transition from school. Students will do work placements and industry skill training (VET course) of their choice to match the industry pathway they may follow on completion of secondary school.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students are required to undertake 50 – 60 hours of work placement
FULL YEAR COURSE - 20 CREDITS
Course Description
This subject provides opportunities to learn about the world of work, application for employment, industrial relations and industry skill training. It is suitable for all students, including those planning tertiary study or work, in their transition from school. Students will do work placements and industry skill training (VET course) of their choice to match the industry pathway they may follow on completion of secondary school.
Content
- Finding employment
- Industrial relations
- Workplace ethics
- Performance in work experience
- Work experience reflections
- Balance work, life and learning
Assessment Components
- Folio Assignments
- Work Experience Portfolio
- Issues Investigation
- Performance in the Workplace Reflections
Additional Information
Students are required to undertake 50 – 60 hours of work placement