NCEA Level 2 Design and Visual Communication
Aims
To build on the foundation of skills and understanding established in Level 1 to develop innovative solutions for spatial, product and graphic design contexts.
Course Content
In Year 12, learners work with a design thinking process in order to develop and refine ideas for classrooms and accomodation at the orokonui eco sanctuary. In order to develop an in depth understanding of user needs and context, learners visit Orokonui . Through exploring possible outcomes, learners develop their understanding of specific spatial design knowledge. Learners are also challenged to conduct research to explore characteristics of a design movement or era, ideas from this are then applied to the development of the their spatial design ideas. Finally learners apply graphic design principles to develop a resolved presentation of their spatial design work from throughout the year.
Skills
Through studying Design and Visual Communication, learners are challenged to be innovative, creative, and to show initiative. Learners are encouraged to think deeply about their designs’ application and consider the requirements of their designs’ in terms of user implications, site and construction with visual communication.
Assessment
Learners produce a portfolio that is assessed against specific internal Achievement Atandards throughout the year. Selected work is then sent for assessment of an external Achievement Standard.
Qualifications gained
NCEA Level 2 Technology (Design and Visual Communication) - full course completion 16 credits
This subject has links with
Digital Technologies, Visual Arts, Science, Mathematics, Social Sciences
Prior knowledge required
Recommended: Year 11 Design and Visual Communication
Entry into the subject will be considered on an individual basis after consultation with the HoD and the Year Level Dean. However, learners who took the Year 10 option course will a strong understanding of fundamental DVC concepts
Next Step
Level 3 Design & Visual Communication