Level 3 Architectural DVC
13ARC Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs K. Gray.
Topics CoveredThis subject builds on students' knowledge of visual communication, design knowledge and graphics practice they have studied in Year 12. The aim is to cultivate students' innovative capabilities by promoting creativity and critical thinking and allowing students to gain proficiency in various visual techniques to foster the development of their design ideas.
Topics will include briefs that cover:
* Architectural/Spatial Design * Design Presentation
* Sketching, drawing and media application * Designing for People
* Exhibition Design * Modelling
* Use of Sketch/Up and/or CAD (Computer-Aided Design) means
Level 3 Architectural DVC
Spatial design is about the designing of three-dimensional spaces in terms of how they are experienced, occupied, or used by people. These spaces can range from those defined by walls and physical elements to those more permeable and determined by ritual, activity or occupancy. Spatial design incorporates concepts from architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and urban design. Visual communication addresses how design ideas and outcomes are appropriately presented to the viewer. Design ideas and outcomes are expressed in a manner that displays the learner's thoughts, allowing for engagement, feedback and collaboration.
This is a basis for ongoing Technology Education. Tertiary studies including: architecture, engineering, design and innovation, marketing, landscape, urban space etc.
Prerequisite:
Level 2 Graphics. Students without prior learning in Technology must discuss intentions with the Head of Department. Students wanting to be assessed in more than one Technology course must see the Head of Department before finalising courses.
Departments:
Assessment Information
Scholarship DVC - to be discussed with Head of Department
AS 91630 - Resolve a product design through graphics practice may be offered with individual consultation depending on your individual course selection, abilities and goals
* There could be an alternative course for students being assessed in more than one Technology Subject at the discretion of the HOD
Animator/Digital Artist, Mining Engineer, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Patternmaker, Architectural Technician, Artist, Film and Video Editor, Barrister, Tailor/Dressmaker, Cutter, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Communications Professional, Pharmacy Technician, Industrial Designer, Jeweller, Technical Writer, Editor
Subject Costs* $20 may need to be spent on stationery items, as needed, will be charged to accounts
* Purchase of a yearly Creative Cloud license (approx. $8. A user license through the school's Adobe account) this will be charged to your account
* There may be costs associated with new modelling software - yet to be determined - will be advised at the start of the 2025 school year.
* Possibility of needing to purchase a SketchUp licence $80 - if the free version becomes unavailable)
* A Device - as per school's device recommendations that will run Photoshop