Design and Technology

Preliminary Course: Designing and Producing 

The study of:  

• design theory and practice  

• design processes  

• factors affecting designing and producing  

• design and production processes in domestic, community, industrial and commercial settings  technologies in industrial and commercial settings  environmental and social issues  

• creative approaches to design  

• collaborative approaches to design  

• project analysis  

• marketing and market research  

• techniques, materials, tools and other resources  the realisation of ideas through the manipulation of techniques, materials tools and other resources  work health and safety  

• evaluation  

• project management  

• factors affecting management  

• communication  

• research methods  

• interpreting and presenting data  

• ethics in research  

• manufacturing and production  

• computer-based technologies.

HSC Course 

Innovation and Emerging Technologies
The study of: 

• designs and design practice 

• factors which may impact on successful innovation  

• entrepreneurial activity  

• the impact of emerging technologies  

• the impact on Australian society  

• historical and cultural influences  

• ethical and environmental issues  

• Creativity

As part of this study, students will complete a case study of an innovation which includes reference to the above factors. 

Designing and Producing
The study of:

Project proposal and project management

•  identification and exploration of the need

•  areas of investigation

•  criteria to evaluate success

•  action, time and finance plans

Project development and realisation

•  design theory and practice

•  creativity

•  research

•  development and evaluation of ideas

•  study of practices in industrial and

• commercial settings

•  production techniques

•  communication

•  safe working practices

•  selection and use of resources

Project evaluation

•  criteria for evaluation

•  analysis of evaluation

•  impact of the major design project on the

• individual, society and the environment.

As part of this study, students will complete a major design project.

Course Requirements

Course Description

This course involves the study of design theory and practice, design processes, environmental and social issues, communication, research, technologies, and the manipulation of materials, tools and techniques. It involves hands-on practical activities which develop knowledge and skills in designing and producing. The course involves the development, realisation and documentation of design projects. The Major Design Project and supporting folio requires students to select and apply appropriate design, production and evaluation skills to a product, system or environment that satisfies an identified need or opportunity.

Materials

Students are required to have their own laptop capable of storing and editing large files. 

The Adobe Creative Suite will be available for students to download and use for the entirety of the course. 

Students will also need to buy a A3 display book to present their portfolios.

iPads and chromebooks are not suitable for use in this course. 

What kind of practical work do we do in Year 11?

Year 11 is mainly used to prepare you for your HSC and Major Project so we will try and build your skills so that you are able to use these in Year 12. You will have the opportunity to explore a design field you are interested in and create a prototype of your design. 

What post school opportunities will Design and Technology help me with?

This course prepares you to study in design courses at university and tertiary education. Career options include: Architecture, Graphic designer, Fashion designer, Product designer, Engineering model maker, Multimedia artist, Interior designer and many more.

Do you do any theory work in Design and Technology?

Yes absolutely! You need to remember that there is also a 1.5hr exam that you need to sit for your HSC so you need to know your content in order to succeed in this subject  as well as your Major Project.

What needs to accompany my Major Project and who marks it?

As well as your project, you need to submit a 40 A3 page folio . Your project and folio are marked externally by a team of markers who come into the school.

What can I create for my Major Project in Year 12?

You can follow any design path that you're interested in. This can include a focus on Architectural design, Graphic design, Textile design, Industrial design and the list goes on.

What can this subject offer me career-wise?

You can find out more here.

I have more questions, who can I ask?

Contact Miss Beauman for further clarification about the subject area.