11 Materials Solutions A

SACE Stage 1: 10 Credits / 1 Semester / Advanced Technologies

SACE Website:  https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/design-technology-and-engineering/stage-1

Pre-Requisite:  Nil

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 further develop Computer Aided Design (CAD) skills in this course.

Topics may include

  • safe use of portable power tools
  • safe use of static machines
  • joint and frame construction
  • assembly and finishing techniques
  • 3D design and modelling
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ASSESSMENT

This subject consists of two assessment types:

  • specialised skills tasks – 30%
  • design process & product – 70%

Students are assessed against the design, technology and engineering SACE performance standards:

  • investigation and analysis
  • design, development and planning
  • production
  • evaluation

Additional Information

Cost: $35

All subject costs are subject to approval, are approximate and subject to change in 2024

Last Updated: June 2023

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