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Subject Profile
Year Level: 10
Duration: One semester
Periods: 5
Selection Type: 5 period elective
In this subject, students learn skills in the design process including using Computer Aided Design (CAD) to develop a solution both in groups and individually to real-life problems.
The materials and skills covered are based on student input, and can include metal work, wood, plastics and recycled materials. In the past, students have worked on projects creating furniture (woods, metals, plastics and composites), sheet metal boxes and toys.
study and career paths
study and career paths
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See Mr McIntosh for more information
See Mr McIntosh for more information
What studies does this subject lead to?
VCE; Product Design and Technology, System Engineering, Visual Communication and Design.
VCE VET; Engineering studies, Furnishing, Building and Construction.
Is this subject for me?
Are you looking for a career in engineering, design, manufacturing, building, or do you enjoy hands-on type activities? Then this is for you.
What types of students should choose this elective?
A self motivated , autonomous learner that enjoys the excitement of making your own projects.
What kinds of products will you make?
Cheese board / Cutting board
BBQ tongs
…. and others based on student input
What skills and techniques will you learn?
CAD (Computer Aided Design)
Woodworking (both hand and power tools)
Jointing and planing, sawing, drilling, glueing and clamping, sanding, finishing.
CNC (Computerised Numerical Control) machining*
Metalworking (sheet-metal, welding*, machining*)
Cutting, filing, folding, fixing, MIG*, drilling & turning*
*dependent on student projects and availability.
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