DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION - GRAPHICS 21F - Full Year
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Greenwood.
Design and Visual Communication / Graphics course builds on a foundation of knowledge and techniques established in Level 1. Design contexts are more sophisticated in nature requiring the use of specialist design knowledge and the increased integration of visual communication and presentation skills. At this level, design thinking is required to be more refined in terms of the level of detail and the depth of reflection and creative exploration.
As some of the coursework is online it is highly recommended that students bring an appropriate device to class.
There are 2 major projects, product/furniture based and architectural based. One additional minor presentation project based from one of the two major projects of the students selection.
Students will achieve between 15-25 credits during the year depending on their interests and abilities.
Recommended Prior Learning
10+ credits in Level 1 Design and Visual Communication.
or by negotiation with HOD, Mr Greenwood.
Pathway
Assessment Information
The year will comprise of 3 projects to cover all NCEA assessment standards. Product design (furniture project in 2023), Architecture and a presentation project based off 1 of the previous 2 projects.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Design and Visual Communication 2.30 - Use visual communication techniques to generate design ideas
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Design and Visual Communication 2.31 - Produce working drawings to communicate technical details of a design
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Design and Visual Communication 2.33 - Use the characteristics of a design movement or era to inform own design ideas
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Design and Visual Communication 2.34 - Develop a spatial design through graphics practice
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Design and Visual Communication 2.35 - Develop a product design through graphics practice
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Design and Visual Communication 2.36 - Use visual communication techniques to compose a presentation of a design