Year 12 Design and Visual Communication (DVC)
12DVC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr S. Roderick.
Recommended Prior LearningWHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Students choosing this course would be expected to have successfully completed Year 11 DVC - or in exceptional circumstances, with the approval of the Teacher in Charge of DVC. Request an exemption in this case.
Year 12 Design and Visual Communication (DVC)
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Emphasis is placed on problem solving, freehand sketching, presentation skills and Computer Aided Design.
Solving real-world Design problems.
Applying the Design Process to explore ideas.
Using freehand sketching to communicate design ideas.
Using computer programs to present high quality design outcomes.
HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
Up to 3 Internally assessed achievement standards, worth 16 credits.
1 externally assessed achievement standard makes up 3 credits.
Assessment is by portfolio submission - all work completed during the year contributes to the portfolio.
Final assessment of both internal and external Achievement Standards occurs late in the year.
There are no tests or end-of-year exams.
The time required for students to produce assessable work is such that no re-assessment opportunities can be offered.
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mr Tim Collier
Learning Areas:
Pathway
Year 13 Design and Visual Communication (DVC)
WHAT COULD THE SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 3 Design and Visual Communication
WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
All computer programs used in the course are provided free of charge.
Students must have a Windows laptop or Mac laptop.
Entry level laptops are suitable (Chromebooks are not suitable at this level).
Students must have a standard Mouse (corded or wireless, with a wheel).
Successful students will need basic drawing tools to complete work at home, however, this is limited to black pen, pencils and coloured pencils.