SUBJECT OVERVIEW
This course has a ‘traditional’ materials focus working with solid timbers. Students design, produce and assemble a product that employs traditional design principles, production and assembly techniques. Students may explore a range of materials while further developing their skills in the safe use of selected portable tools and fixed machines. Students develop a design folio that includes their investigation, planning, designs and costing. Students will incorporate various materials and methods when fabricating their projects to help them develop important skills such as project management, understanding materials and process, communication and problem solving. Students will further develop Computer Aided Design (CAD) skills in this course.
Topics may include
- safe use of static machines
- joint and frame construction
- assembly and finishing techniques
- 3D design and modelling using Autodesk Fusion 360
- safe use of portable power tools
- contempory construction may also be used throughout the semester
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