Artefact

This unit requires learners to plan, research, develop and evaluate the production of an artefact.

The artefact may take many forms, including a finished work prototype, model, artwork or design. The way the artefact is presented will depend on the ideas and intensions of the learner and the form it takes.

Learner needs to research potential material, information and techniques. They will apply these as part of their development process, which involves generating ideas, trying them out, choosing the best solution refining and adapting the idea and handing over the finished artefact. They then evaluate their project and present the outcomes of the project to an audience.

Learning Outcome

On completion of this unit a learner should:

1. Be able to identify, plan and manage the project of an artefact or design

2. Be able to research and select appropriate techniques and materials

3. Be able to produce an artefact, using appropriate techniques and materials

4. Be able to present project outcomes and an evaluation to an audience.

Examples of Artefact

• Design and make a mask for a character in a play or a film.

• Design and produce a teaching aid to help young children understand numbers.

• Produce a series of photographs and text for a publicity brochure.

• Make a short video film to promote a local attraction where you live.

• Redesign an everyday object to make it more fashionable

• How do you design and make a brochure about shipping?

• Design a prom dress