Year 10 Design

Design is about iterating ideas and solutions, ‘thinking and doing’. Students identify a real-life problem or idea, then apply design thinking, iterating and prototyping skills to develop solutions.

In this course students will explore local, national and international needs, wants and opportunities, and then develop a proposal and prototype ideas and concepts. Students will work independently and in teams to develop their critical thinking, sketching, creativity, prototyping and communication skills.

Pathways

This subject provides a foundation for further studies of Design in Years 11 and 12. The skills developed may also have application to other (Humanities/Science/ Arts/Technology) subjects. For pathways beyond school, please refer to the senior course descriptions.

Structure

Unit 1: Introduction to the Design Process

Apply the Design Process to develop a solution to a human-centred design (HCD) issue
Drawing and prototyping
Prototype solutions using chosen materials and technologies suitable to the HCD issue
Practical experiences using various materials and technologies

Assessment: Project Folio

Unit 2: Sustainable Design

Understanding of how all things, including products, urban environments, buildings, economics, industry and social systems, can benefit from sustainable creativity
Combining design and technology to create a more sustainable, resilient and regenerative world
Communication and presentation skills to effectively convey ideas

Assessment: Examination