Year 10 Course Booklet

Technology | Hangarau

In Year 10, you must choose ONE core course across any Technology. If you are interested in more than one Technology subject, you will still be able to complete a prep course in any of these subjects even if you were not able to complete a core course.

Design & Visual Communication

Digital Technology | Hangarau matihiko

Core courses

Core courses

Architecture Students learn a range of visual communication techniques in an architectural context. This course focuses on Architecture in the city. Students will start by looking at inspirational buildings before integrating that knowledge into their designs. They will learn to explore and refine their designs to problem solve using a range of techniques such as sketching, rendering, technical drawing and 3D modelling. It is recommended for students with an interest in design and architecture. Product design Students learn a range of visual communication techniques in a product design context. They learn about the importance of ergonomic design when developing a product. They will learn to explore and refine their designs to problem solve and come up with an innovative solution using modes of sketching, rendering, technical drawing and 3D modelling they will design an everyday product. It is recommended for students with an interest in design.

Computational Thinking Students learn to identify and decompose problems into smaller components to develop algorithms that can be turned into computer programmes to solve problems. They will be able to experience writing programmes in a range of programming languages. They will gain an understanding of algorithms, project management and the need for trialling and testing. Recommended for students with an interest in computer science. Developing Digital Media Outcomes Students will be given the opportunity to identify an outcome they would like to develop in a digital media environment. They will learn to manage a project and create iterative improvements to ensure the outcome meets users' needs. They will learn to use prototyping software and a range of other software related to their outcome. Recommended for students with an interest in digital media.

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