11DVC

11DVC - Design and Visual Communication Dilworth Diploma

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms K. Lee, Mr D. Jenkins, Mr K. Calder.

11DVC - Design and Visual Communication Dilworth Diploma

Aims of the Course:

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Design and Visual Communication, leading to career pathways in fields such as Architecture, Engineering, and Industrial Design. Students will explore spatial and product design concepts, drawing on cultural influences and personal perspectives to create meaningful and innovative design solutions. The course will emphasise the development of visual communication skills to effectively convey design ideas and outcomes.


Topics:

Spatial design inspired by design influences: Our space (Spatial Design)

  • Generate spatial design ideas using visual communication techniques in response to design influences. 

Develop product design ideas: Power On (Product Design)

  • Develop EV charging station design ideas informed by the consideration of people.

Visually communicate design outcomes: Show me the mahi (Presentation Board & Model)

  • Use representation techniques to visually communicate a product or spatial design outcome.


TopicDilworth Diploma PointsAssessment modeDue Date
11. 1 Spatial Design inspired by design influences5Assignment - portfolioTerm 2 Week 2
11.2 Develop product design ideas5Assignment - portfolio
Term 3 Week 6
11.3 Visually communicate design outcomes5Assignment - portfolio
Term 4 Week 4

Pathway

Course Skills

Disclaimer

Every effort will be made to give students their preferred choice in subjects. However, all courses are subject to availibility of staff and student numbers.