2PDV - Level 2 Product Development
2PDV Course Description Recommended Prior Learning12 Level 1 Technology credits.
Design and development of innovative products that meet real needs is the main focus of this class. Students will develop skills and knowledge by working with a variety of materials, equipment and processes and producing two major technology projects . Students will learn to be innovative, reflective and critical in designing new products to benefit people.
Course Overview
Term 1
Design & develop a barstool
Term 2
Students develop their own conceptual design
Term 3
Students develop their own prototypes
NCEA Level 2 Courses, Technology
Pathway
3BCT - Level 3 Building and Construction, 3PDV - Level 3 Product Development
Career PathwaysIndustrial Designer, Patternmaker, Glazier, Tailor/Dressmaker, Boat Builder, Building Contractor, Building and Construction Labourer, Building and Construction Manager, Cabinet Maker, Carpenter, Fashion Designer, Sewing Machinist, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Engineering Machinist, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Furniture Finisher, Joiner, Plastics Technician, Garment Technician
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery$45 cost for take home projects.