3PDV - Level 3 Product Development
3PDV Course Description Recommended Prior Learning12 Level 2 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. Students are encouraged to design for someone other than themselves for one of the units of work.
Course Overview
Term 1
Students develop a small laser cut product.
Term 2
Students design and develop their own conceptual designs.
Term 3
Students develop their own prototypes
NCEA Level 3 Courses, Technology
Career Pathways
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, Industrial Designer, Engineering Machinist, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Furniture Finisher, Joiner, Plastics Technician, Garment Technician
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery$30 materials for take home projects. Students may need to bring additional materials as required for their individual projects.