10 Design & Visual Communication (Full year course)
10DVC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms M. Dunsmore.
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Course Objectives:
Design and Visual Communication teaches students the drawing and design skills needed in areas of design such as Architecture, Engineering and Industrial Design. This course provides a thorough preparation for students considering taking DVC in the senior school. The course has two main areas of learning:
Visual Communication: where students are taught how to use 3D sketching techniques, instrumental drawing skills and computer graphics software to create and express ideas.
Design: where students are taught creative thinking and problem solving skills that enable them to generate and develop design ideas.
Course Content:
The topics covered in this course include:
- Product design 1: Cupcake Box
- Architecture 1: Studio Design
- Product design 2: Computer-aided design and laser-cutting
Careers information for DVC : https://drive.google.com/file/d/14mrF1StPIUoWnHsjGuaQjVyQtVgzQ4ix/view?usp=drive_link
Learning Areas:
Year 10 Option Selection - Full Year Courses (Select 2 subjects), Technology
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
11 Design and Visual Communication, 11 Design Technology
Design and Visual Communication is useful for students who are considering a career in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Design, Urban Planning, Spatial, Graphic or Industrial Design.