Technology | Engineering | Hard Materials | DVC

Students will gain specialised knowledge and experience during the design and manufacture of their projects utilising 3D modelling software and CNC machinery, as well as traditional methods and machines. The course offers a number of possible pathways and assessment opportunities and is a blend of practical and written standards with an emphasis on personalised learning. This is designed to cater for a range of students and an extensive selection of Achievement and Unit Standards. The content aligns to a broad range of Technology aligned knowledge and skills that are transferable to both Tertiary and Vocational pathways. 

Semester One (Week 1 -17) 

CAD/CAM (Toy Car): Students will undertake 3D Modelling (Fusion 360) tuition and manufacture the toy car they design. They will produce the individual parts using all the CNC machinery in the workshop (Laser, CNC router, CNC plasma, 3D printers) Students can also undertake additional DVC related Standards (Product Design) with additional work or make this a year long project.

Semester Two (Week 18-34) Students choose one of the following:

Individual Projects: Students will utilize the knowledge and skill learnt in Semester One and manufacture a project of their choosing. Prior to commencing the feasibility of each project will be checked to ensure it can be made using available resources and machinery. Students may be asked to contribute to material costs, or purchase additional materials for larger projects.

Architecture (DVC): Students will design a building of their choice and use Archicad 28 to create a set of drawings and final design renders. A large number of Achievement Standards can be accessed. Assessment will be determined by the range, quality and quantity of evidence generated. 

This is a new and student centric course where the Standards offered below have been reduced (yes reduced) to those that can be achieved by a wide ability range of engaged students with no prior knowledge.

Standards offered: 

Students are able to negotiate a course of between 12 and 28 credits that can be adapted to meet individual interests and talents. 

I will work with students to ensure they are entered for the assessments which are the ‘best fit’ for them. UE Literacy reading/writing credits are also available.

Formative assessment will be conducted regularly where feedback will be given and likely grades communicated to students and whanau prior to final assessment. You may negotiate to do more, fewer or different Achievement Standards. Below are the likely standards that have been frequently undertaken during a year-long course. Other Standards can be negotiated on a case by case basis.