10DT

Year 10 Digital Technology

Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Kamini Singh.

Course Overview:

The Year 10 Digital Information Technology course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in both Computer Science and Digital Media, preparing them for more advanced studies in the senior Digital Technology curriculum. Throughout the year, students will extend their digital skills using a wide range of software tools and programming languages, giving them the ability to tackle complex technological challenges.

Key Learning Areas:

  • Software Proficiency: Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software, including Microsoft Access for database management, SculptGL and Tinkercad for 3D modelling and printing, and Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator for digital media creation.

  • Programming Skills: The course introduces students to JavaScript and HTML/CSS, equipping them with the coding skills necessary to design and develop websites.

  • Database Management: Students will learn how to plan, create, and query flat file databases using Microsoft Access, an essential skill for organising and managing data.

  • 3D Modeling: In Term 1, students will engage with 3D modelling and printing using SculptGL and Tinkercad, exploring the principles of digital design in a tangible way.

Major Projects and Assessment:

Students will undertake 2 major projects, each assessed both practically and theoretically. In alignment with the Technology Curriculum, students will be assessed on their ability to critically analyse existing outcomes, evaluate components for their suitability, and conceptualise design ideas through detailed sketches.

Assessment Structure:

  • Digital Technologies Progress Outcomes: Assessments will be based on students' progress in Designing and Developing Digital Outcomes and Computational Thinking.

  • Pre-Assessment: A pre-assessment will determine each student's existing skills and knowledge.

  • Self and Peer Assessment: Students will engage in self-assessment and peer assessment to reflect on their learning. 

Pathways and Future Learning:

This course lays the groundwork for further studies in Digital Technology in Level 1 NCEA. Students will develop a broad range of digital skills and knowledge, which will support their learning across other areas of the curriculum.

Upon completion of 10DIT, students will be well-prepared to select from the following Year 11 courses:

  • 11Digital Technology:  Focuses on further developing digital media skills, particularly in designing and developing digital media outcomes and on advancing computational thinking and computer science skills.

Course Overview

Term 1
Databases using Microsoft Access
Week 1 Databases using Microsoft Access, Datatypes, Tables, Queries and Form Design
Week 7 Database Exam unit standard 29777 (3 credits).
Week 8 3D Modeling and Printing

Term 2
Computer Science and Advanced Website Design
Week 1 Introduction to Computer Science Programming Concepts using JavaScript for Websites.
Week 5 HTML Coding with emphasis on main structural tags (code) used for websites.
Week 7 HTML Advanced Coding Websites (Box Model CSS) with emphasis on iteration (trialling and testing) components.
Week 9 HTML Adding a range of Digital Media, Audio, Video and Animation for Websites.
Week 10 Relevant Implications associated with making a Website; Legal, Ethical, Accessibility and Aesthetics.

Term 3
Advanced Website Design and Digital Media Software Skills, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
Week 1 HTML Website Assessment - Te Taiao - Our Natural World
Week 7 Digital Media Software Skills: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Design Principles/Elements.

Term 4
Digital Media Software Skills and Project - Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
Week 2 Digital Media Project - Advertising the World of Wearable Arts Show.

Recommended Prior Learning

Open Entry

Equipment/Stationery

Students are required to pay a printing and equipment fee of $50.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 3
Internal Assessed Credits: 3
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 29777 v2
NZQA Info

Use the main features and functions of a database application to create and test a database


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 3
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0