STUDY SUMMARY

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 2007-2011

UNIT 1: Design modification and production

Outcome 1 (U1O1)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to describe the methods used by a designer to design a product, and apply similar processes to document the redesigning of an existing product

Outcome 2 (U1O2)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to use and evaluate materials, tools, equipment and processes to make the product redesigned in Outcome 1, and compare the finished product with the original design

UNIT 2: Collaborative design

Outcome 1(U2O1)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to individually and as a member of a team, identify a need and collaboratively develop design options and production planning in response to a design brief for a product range based on a common them or a group product with component parts

Outcome 2 (U2O2)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to justify, manage and use appropriate production processes to make a product and evaluate, individually and as a member of a team, the processes and materials used, and the suitability of a product or components of a group project against a design brief

UNIT 3: Design, technological innovation and manufacture

Outcome 1(U3O1)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to explain and demonstrate the role of a designer by writing a design brief, developing criteria, and identifying and explaining areas for research and methods that would be used to develop design ideas

Outcome 2 (U3O2)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to explain the factors that influence the design, development and manufacture of products within industrial/commercial settings

Outcome 3 (U3O3)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to present a folio that documents the procedure and decision-making processes used while working as a designer to meet the needs of a client or end-user, and commence production of the designed product

UNIT 4: Product development, evaluation and promotion

Outcome 1 (U4O1)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to analyse similar product types through a comparison of innovative features, function, aesthetic and visual appeal, and any economic, social and environmental benefits and costs

Outcome 2 (U4O2)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to competently and safely apply a range of production skills and processes to implement the production plan, make the product designed in Unit 3, Outcome 3, and manage time and resources effectively

Outcome 3 (U4O3)

On completion of this unit the student should be able to evaluate the outcomes of the design and production activities, and promote the product’s design features to the client and/or the end-user

ASSESSMENT

Satisfactory Completion

Demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes specified for the unit

Levels of Achievement

Units 1 & 2

Individual school decision on levels of achievement

Units 1 & 2

The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority will supervise the assessment of all students undertaking Units 3 & 4. In Design and Technology the student’s level of achievement will be determined by school-assessed coursework, a school-assessed task and an end-of-year examination. Percentage contributions to the study score in Design and Technology are as follows:

Unit 3 school-assessed coursework: 12%

Unit 4 school-assessed coursework: 8%

School-assessed task:	50%

End-of-year examination:	30%

PART ONE

Chapter 1 Design theory and practice (U1O1)

• Investigating designers and the nature of their work

• Design and production career opportunities

• Processes undertaken when designing

• Applying a design process

Chapter 2 Domestic, community, industrial and commercial settings (U4O1)

• Understanding design processes and production processes

• Understanding production settings

• Technologies used in design and production processes

Chapter 3 Impacts on the individual, society and the environment (U4O1)

• Impacts of design projects

• Considerations for the individual, society and the environment

Chapter 4 Investigating and experimenting with techniques (U2O1)

• Selecting and applying cognitive organisers

• Applying problem solving techniques to identified problems

• The advantages of cooperative structures

• Factors that contribute to successful work and collaboration

• Working cooperatively

Chapter 5 Using design processes (U3O3)

• Formulating and analysing design briefs

• Identifying the parameters of design and criteria

• Producing functionally and aesthetically appropriate design projects

• Identifing needs and opportunities with market research

Chapter 6 Using resources effectively and safely (U4O2)

• Selecting appropriate materials, tools, techniques and other resources

• Justifying and explaining the selection and use of resources

• Developing and demonstrating proficiency in using tools, techniques and

other resources

• Implementing safe work practices

Chapter 7 Evaluating processes and outcomes (U4O3)

• Establishing design parameters and identifying evaluation criteria

• Examining processes

• Continual evaluation

• Impact of design on society and the environment

• Testing and evaluation

Chapter 8 Project management (U2O2)

• Management techniques and tools

• Planning, implementing and evaluating a sequence of operations

Chapter 9 Communicating your ideas and solutions (U3O1)

• Using appropriate design and technology terminology

• Visualising and communicating ideas and solutions with a range of

techniques

• Communicating design ideas and solutions using technology

• Drawing standards and conventions

• Selection and use of communication techniques

Chapter 10 Using a variety of research methods (U1O1)

• Research methods for developing design ideas

• Analysing, interpreting and applying data

Chapter 11 Manufacturing and production (U2O2)

• Practices undertaken in industrial and commercial settings

• Comparing industry processes with your MDP processes

• Quality production skills

• Developing appropriate skills and techniques

Chapter 12 Using computer technologies (U1O2)

• Choice and use of computer-based technologies in design

• Types of computers

• Computer peripherals

• Using computers

PART TWO

Chapter 13 Analysing the factors affecting design (U3O2)

• Factors affecting design

• Issues that influence

• Analysing examples of design

Chapter 14 Relating design practices and processes to your MDP (U4O2)

• Emulating successful designers

Chapter 15 The influence of trends on design and production (U3O2)

• Issues arising from trends in design and technology

• Historical and cultural influences on design and technology

Chapter 16 Impacts of design and innovation on society and the environment (U4O1)

• Innovation and ehical issues

• Ethical and environmental considerations

• Efficiency and sustainability of technologies

Chapter 17 Analysing factors for success or failure (U4O1)

• Factors that contribute to success or failure

• Agencies that influence innovation

• Entrepreneurial influence on design and innovation

Chapter 18 Creative and innovative approaches to design and production (U4O1)

• Demonstrating creativity

• Critically analysing innovation

• Quality, innovation and creativity

Chapter 19 Identifying and exploring a need or opportunity (U2O1)

• Identification and exploration of a need

• Areas of investigation

• Experimentation and research findings

Chapter 20 Responsible and safe selection and use of resources (U4O3)

• Safe workplaces, practices and environments

• Use of resources based on research results

Chapter 21 Evaluating processes and impacts (U1O2)

• Functional and aesthetic criteria

• The importance of research

• Ongoing analysis and evaluation

• Evaluating the impact of the MDP

Chapter 22 Managing your project (U2O1)

• Formulating management plans

• Applying and evaluating management plans

• Meeting the identified need

Chapter 23 Research, analysis and communication techniques (U3O2)

• Research and investigative reports

• Applying appropriate research methods

• Justifying decisions

• Appropriate communication techniques

Chapter 24 Production processes and safety (U4O2)

• Processes used in design and production

• Implementing safe work practices

• Ensuring safe work practices and environments

Chapter 25 The emergence and impact of new technologies (U4O1)

• Implications of new and emerging technologies

• What is innovation?

• Impacts of emerging technologies on innovation

Index

STUDY SUMMARY

Linda Kowarzik

2006-07-25

Cambridge University Press