3DVC - Level 3 Design & Visual Communication
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Maitland.
During this course students will learn to apply a design process, interpret and communicate graphic ideas, investigate and evaluate design solutions and select and use appropriate drawing, modelling and presentation modes and media. All learning is completed within spatial design and product design assignments. A handy course that will give you valuable skills, knowledge and design experience for any creative industries tertiary course.
Recommended Prior Learning
At least 10 Level 2 credits in Design and Visual Communication.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A Stationary pack is available from Gordon Harris, via the school stationary list.
Assessment Information
This course is assessed using a mixture of internal assessments and an externally assessed portfolio. Not all assessments will be used, but a selection that will reflect the learning and students interests.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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.22 - Implement complex procedures to make a specified product using a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machine
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Design and Visual Communication 3.31 - Develop a visual presentation that exhibits a design outcome to an audience
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Design and Visual Communication 3.32 - Resolve a spatial design through graphics practice
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Design and Visual Communication 3.33 - Resolve a product design through graphics practice
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Design and Visual Communication 3.34 - Produce working drawings to communicate production details for a complex design
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 28
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Industrial Designer, User Experience Designer, Architect, Architectural Technician, Interior Designer, Landscape Architect, Fashion Designer, Software Developer, Boat Builder, Naval Architect, Surveyor, Urban/Regional Planner, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Conservator, Quantity Surveyor, Systems Administrator, Information Technology Architect, Landscaper, Project Manager, Roofer, Network Administrator,