DVC2 - Design & Visual Communication

Entry Requirements:
12 Credits in DVC1 and HOF approval.
Level:
NCEA 2
Type:
Subject Choice
Duration:
Full Year
Invitation Only:
No
Assessment:
Achievement Standard
Credits:
up to 25
Endorsement:
Yes
Leads To:
Design & Visual Communication (NCEA 3)

This academic course is designed for students who possess a keen interest in learning about design, encompassing architecture, landscape, and product design. Throughout this course, students will have the opportunity to develop their visual communication skills and expand their design thinking abilities by delving into and resolving complex design challenges. By engaging in this course, students will refine their proficiency in various areas such as sketching, rendering, instrumental drawing (both by hand and computer), as well as modeling techniques. These skills will enable them to effectively explore and articulate their innovative ideas within the realm of design.

Available Standards:

Some or all of the following will be offered
Title Description Level Credits Assessment U.E. Reading U.E. Writing
91337 Use visual communication techniques to generate design ideas 2 3 External No No
91338 Use working drawings to communicate technical details of a design 2 4 External No No
91339 Produce instrumental perspective projection drawings to communicate design ideas. 2 3 External No No
91340 Use the characteristics of a design or era to inform own design ideas 2 3 Internal No No
91341 Develop a spatial design through graphics practice 2 6 Internal No No
91342 Develop a product design through graphics practice 2 6 Internal No No
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(*) Last Reviewed: June 15, 2023

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