Year 10 Design and Visual Communication
10DVC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr S. Leary.
Design and Visual Communication (DVC) develops creative and problem solving skills. It involves students completing individual design projects that cover both Product Design and Architecture. Through research, ideation, and visual communication techniques such as freehand sketching, instrumental drawing, and digital modelling (CAD), students learn to communicate and refine their design ideas effectively. Students will also learn to produce rapid prototypes and/or models of their completed designs using traditional methods as well as 3D printers and laser cutting.
This course builds strong foundations for NCEA Level 1 Achievement Standards in DVC, fostering skills in visual literacy, communication, problem-solving, and design thinking. Students who enjoy drawing, and real-world problem-solving will find this course highly engaging and future-focused. DVC progresses through to Level 3 which is a UE approved subject. It is a subject that has strong career and vocational links in architecture, product design, engineering and construction.
This is a Year 10 optional course.
Learning Areas:
Pathway
NCEA Level 1 Design and Visual Communication, NCEA Level 1 Digital Technologies - Product & Digital Design, NCEA Level 1 Engineering, NCEA Level 1 Fashion Design Technology
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStationery and drawing instruments are required at a cost of approximately $20.00 for the complete kit. Items required will be listed on the stationery list. There is also a course fee of approximately $20.00 for drawing and modelling materials supplied by the school.