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Design Technology - Industrial design & engineering through inquiry and application
Design Technology - Industrial design & engineering through inquiry and application
This is the first iteration of the new course. For more information on the development of this course visit:
https://www.ibo.org/university-admission/latest-curriculum-updates/design-technology-updates/
The course from 2017-2025 contains similar material and may be useful for revision. To view the previous Design Technology course, you can click here.
Design Technology
Design Technology
Is the link between innovation and creativity and exploring the possibilities and constraints associated with products or systems. It is human-centred and focuses on the needs, wants and limitations of the end-user. The course provides students with the knowledge to design and make models, prototypes and products, with a focus on developing an understanding of technology, marketing strategies, clean energy production and global issues.
Aims
Aims
Through studying design technology, students should become aware of how designers work and communicate with each other. While the design methodology may take on a wide variety of forms, it is the emphasis on a practical approach through design work that characterizes this subject.
You can find all official IB Design Technology aims here and a full description of the nature of design here.
Shoulders of giants
Shoulders of giants
Check out these amazing design blogs and magazines if you have a moment to spare:
Course structure
Course structure
Topics are organized into three columns that provide different lenses through which to view the content.
A: Design in theory comprises the theoretical understandings that underpin the course.
B: Design in practice focuses on the practical application of the theory learned.
C: Design in context connects the theory and the practice to real-world contexts.
The topics are also organized into one of four rows: People, Process, Product, and Production
Tertiary Education
Tertiary Education
Design on your Social Media
Design on your Social Media
“When you don't create things, you become defined by your tastes rather than ability. your tastes only narrow & exclude people. so create.” ― Why The Lucky Stiff
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