Level 1 Creative 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: Andrea Graham.
"In Creative Technology, the possibilities are as limitless as your imagination. Using a diverse range of materials and techniques you can transform your dreams into creations.
Creative Technologies encompass a rich array of disciplines, including but not limited to Fashion Design, Digital Design, Textiles Design, Product Design, Interior Decoration, and Visual Communication.
Throughout this course, you will engage in two projects:
Technology Project (2 Terms): A [project over two terms, where you are given a real-world issue to address through innovative product design. Sustainability will be at the core of this project, encouraging you to explore and craft with a mindful approach.
Materials technology, by exploring different materials you will create a piece of jewellery. This includes using the #d printer and laser cutter. The material choices are unlimited.
The course will be worth 16 credits internal and external.
We will do Achievement Standards :
92012 Develop a Materials and Processing Outcome for an Authentic Context
92014 Demonstrate understanding of sustainable practices in the development of a Materials and Processing Technology design
92013 Experiment with different materials to develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome. (Please note that Yr11 Food Technology does the same standard)
Recommended Prior Learning
10 Creative Technology, 10 Food Technology, 10 Art. Students who have not done Year 10 Technology are welcome to join this class.
Equipment/Stationery
Own Laptop or tablet is recommended
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Materials and Processing Technology 1.1 - Develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome in an authentic context
NZQA Info
Materials and Processing Technology 1.2 - Experiment with different materials to develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome
NZQA Info
Materials and Processing Technology 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of sustainable practices in the development of a Materials and Processing Technology design
Pathway Tags
Animator/Digital Artist, Mining Engineer, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Aeronautical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Business Analyst, Software Developer, Patternmaker, Statistician, Architect, Architectural Technician, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Electronics Engineer, Glazier, Baker, Tailor/Dressmaker, Chemical Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Metal Worker, Boat Builder, Naval Architect, Tattoo Artist, Print Finisher, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Building and Construction Manager, Cabinet Maker, Surveyor, Textile Process Operator, Carpenter, Urban/Regional Planner, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Cutter, Fashion Designer, Sewing Machinist, Trainer, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Journalist, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Painter and Decorator, Communications Professional, Telecommunications Engineer, Industrial Designer, Jeweller, Technical Writer, Editor, Make-up Artist, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Dietitian, Visual Merchandiser, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Electrical Engineering Technician, Engineering Machinist, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Information Technology Architect, Environmental Engineer, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Florist, Upholsterer, Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Landscape Architect, Landscaper, Glass Processor, Hairdresser/Barber, Health Services Manager, Locksmith, Photographer, Plastics Technician, Printer, Recruitment Consultant, Scaffolder, Signmaker, User Experience Designer, Test Analyst, Network Administrator, Marketing Specialist, Geospatial Specialist, Security Consultant, Garment Technician, Fire Engineer, Facilities Manager,