BYOD
Bring Your Own Device Guideline
PNBHS Design and Visual Communication BYOD Guideline
With emphasis in architectural and product designs, Design and Visual Communication (DVC) delivers the design process in a way that is more aligned to the vibrant and creative industry. The advantage of using Computer Aided Design (CAD) is that students can explore the space and features virtually and implement details more intuitively. DVC continues to explore the CAD pathway by taking advantage of the new curriculum and recently aligned NCEA Achievement Standards.
A range of computer software is being implemented in the junior and senior DVC programmes, to support the development and presentation process. Most CAD software demands higher computer hardware specifications to operate smoothly and productively. Some software required for the course does not offer free site licences for the school computer labs, however, individual educational and trial licences can be acquired to be installed on individual laptops. Therefore, every student is strongly encouraged to bring a laptop to class.
When purchasing laptops, parents and students should consider the long-term sustainability of the laptop. Laptops with higher specifications will comply with the hardware requirements of most software and will sustain students right through to the senior school. Your local computer stores will be able to recommend suitable laptops in various price ranges using the hardware recommended below.
Shops
- After sales service, we help with warranty and insurance claims
- 3 years warranty
- 3 insurance, drop damage and water spills
- EDU pricing which is often much better than Noel’s or Local suppliers
BYOD Letter for DVC.pdfDVC Hardware Software Requirement 2022.pdfPromotions
New promotions are regularly added near the top of this section. Prices and sale periods are subjected to change. These items are not endorsed in anyway. There are two lists below: the first lists higher specs laptops and they are generally more expensive; the second lists the mid-range laptops which meet the minimum hardware requirement for SketchUp and a few other apps needed in the subject. In many cases they are older models with older components. https://www.priceme.co.nz/ and https://pricespy.co.nz/ are useful websites for price comparison. It is highly recommended to check out available product reviews online.
