Graphics Technology develops an ability to think creatively, devise solutions and communicate information to a range of audiences using a variety of graphic techniques and media. Students will use logical thought processes and decision-making to immerse themselves in a range of programs and formats such as: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Spark, XD, Animate, CAD and Google Sketch Up to execute digital designs. Graphics Technology also develops students’ technical and visual literacy, equipping them for participation in an ever-increasing range of vocations in our technological world.

Graphics Technology is a 100 or 200 hour NESA course. Satisfactory completion of Graphics Technology will be recorded with a grade on the student’s Record of School Achievement.

The 100 hour course requires 2 core Modules and 2 Option Modules

This course includes modules selected from the following list:

Core Module 1: Instrument Drawing

Core Module 2: Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Students can negotiate through a range of option modules within the course:

·       Architectural Drawing

·       Engineering Drawing

·         Australian Architecture

·         Graphic Design and Communication

·         Cabinet and Furniture Drawing

·         Landscape Drawing

·         Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

·         Product and Technical Illustration

·         Computer Animation

·         Student Negotiated project

Throughout the course students will develop:

·       knowledge, understanding and skills to visualise, sketch and accurately draw objects to interpret, design, produce a variety of graphical presentations using a range of techniques.

·       knowledge, understanding and skills to select and apply techniques in the design and creation of digital presentations and simulations to communicate information.

Students will value and appreciate:

·       the contribution and impact of innovation and technologies now and in the future.

·       the finite nature of some resources and the impact of their use on the environment and society

·       the development of skills and gain satisfaction from their use to solve problems and create quality products.