Unleashed Product Design - Makerspace
Course Description
Students will explore principles of the design industry and new emerging technologies, use CAD software to build and create a product for market, and in some cases possible testing through VR. You will learn how to set up and use laser cutting, waterjet cutting and 3D printing. Products students can choose from will include: jewellery, digital products, sculptural metal designs, forged and cast metal designs, furniture.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Every endeavour has been made to keep costs to a minimum but please note that a subsidised course costs fee of $100 will be levied to cover costs of take home materials. However, some students might elect to spend more on their project work and in such cases, students will need to pay the full cost of any additional materials.
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
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Materials and Processing Technology 1.2 - Experiment with different materials to develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome
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Materials and Processing Technology 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of techniques selected for a feasible Materials and Processing Technology outcome
Pathway Possibilities
Animator/Digital Artist, Business Analyst, Software Developer, Patternmaker, Architect, Architectural Technician, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Sound Technician, Tailor/Dressmaker, Boat Builder, Naval Architect, Urban/Regional Planner, Cutter, Fashion Designer, Sewing Machinist, Trainer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer,