The ākonga will design unique projects while using the design process. They will learn how to use a wide range of tools and machines, both traditional and modern and develop an understanding of materials, construction methods, machine use, safety and computer programmes.
Learning Opportunities
In this course you will need to:
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Creativity - Ākonga will create innovative design ideas/solutions, exploring creative existing solutions to enhance their own outcomes.
Use the design process to work through a design brief.
Critical thinking skills, being able to analyse, reason, solve problems, plan, organise, and make sound decisions in their work.
Use digital technologies in the design & manufacturing of a solution - illustrator, Vcarve, sketchup...
Use workshop technologies in the design & manufacturing of a solution.
Develop competencies in workshop and machine safety.
Ākonga will gain an understanding of angles, tolerances, measurement, grouping, wastage, costing, machine setup, xyz axis, scale, ergonomics, workshop safety, presentation skills.
Use time management strategies to ensure students can manage resources, support and materials.
