LEVEL: Stage 2
SACE Credits: 20 credits
LENGTH: Full Year
Recommended background: Stage 1 CAD Graphics A and/or Stage 1 CAD Graphics B preferred but not essential.
Content:
Students have the ultimate scope for design in this course, selecting a product to investigate, design and improve. The projects in the course allow students to pursue an area of interest that best supports their transition into industries such as engineering, architecture, industrial design, manufacturing, interior design or a trade. Using the latest 3D modelling programs students develop their skills with 3D modelling, the production of engineering drawings and the use of 3D printers as part of the product design process. Students additionally employ skills using FEA and Fluid Design (tools that allow products to be virtually tested before manufacture) to validate their designs. Students need to produce a folio that reflects the design process they have undertaken, including sketches and research. The externally assessed component involves a materials investigation and an issues analysis.
Assessment:
Students’ performance will be determined according to the subject’s Performance Standards, as outlined by the SACE Board. Grades A+ to E- will be used for reporting purposes.
School-based Assessment:
Specialised Skills Task – weighting 20%
Design Process and Product – weighting 50%
External Assessment:
Resource Study – weighting 30%