SUBJECT OVERVIEW
Design & Technology students will build on the knowledge, understanding and skills developed at year 7 through a variety of technologies, using a design thinking mindset to complete a range of theory and practical tasks.
Students will use the design process to design products, navigate systems, think critically, innovatively, creatively and problem solve. Students will develop confidence as critical users of technologies through designing products and producing designed solutions that meet the needs and wants that they develop through critical analysis.
Topics may include
- 2D technical hand sketching
- 2D vector drawing
- 3D printing
- Computer-aided design (Autodesk Fusion 360)
- Laser engraving and cutting
- Electronics
- Multimedia presentation
- Materials (wood)
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