Level 2 Design and CAD Technology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Ringwood
This course is project based and covers design and manufacturing in a material of your choice. You will be designing and building a product for yourself, a close friend or a member of your family. During the design process you will need regular meetings with your Stakeholders regarding your designs and how they may need developing to become fit for purpose. The product you develop and make must not be a direct copy of an existing product. This is a design course so there needs to be an element of personal design throughout the development and production the final item. Throughout the course you will be developing your Computer Aided Design (Solid Works) skills. You will be expected to use this when modelling the designs in your final presentation to the stakeholders including a 3D printed model (where appropriate). You will also use CAD to produce your working drawings.
Recommended Prior Learning
Minimum 8 credits in both literacy and numeracy or 12 credits in technology. Experience in Design Technology necessary with a strong desire to be creative using technological knowledge and skills in the workshop environment.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Contribution by prior arrangement towards larger projects with take home value may be required. Covered shoes are compulsory for practical sessions. Access to a computer at home will be required for One Note and CAD assignments.
Pathway
Credit Information
Course can be endorsed with Merit or Excellence
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
External
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