Year 11 Subjects – CAD (Computer Aided Design)
Level: Year 11
Subject Name: 11 CAD (Computer Aided Design) [Digital Communication Solutions 1DCS10]
Prerequisites: nil
Assumed knowledge: 10 eCAM or 10 Materials
Course Summary
This subject aims to extend students in the principles of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and technical drawing techniques, and also to provide an opportunity for them to express themselves through graphic communication. This will include things such as exploring the design process, product development, realistic rendering and engineering drawings. This subject fosters critical thinking and creativity equipping students with valuable skills applicable to high-demand fields such as engineering, architecture, game design, product design, and the like.
Students who have completed the course could continue undertaking the following pathways within the SACE framework at Emmaus:
- 12 Materials [Stage 2 Material Solutions 2MRS20]
- 12 CAD (Computer Aided Design) [Stage 2 Digital Communication Solutions 2DCS20]
For more information about these pathways, please visit the SACE website: https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/studying/subjects/design-technology-and-engineering
Course Content:
- Skills development
- Skills task – go-kart design
- Major Project
Assessments:
- Specialised Skills Task: 40%
20% - AT1a Specialised Skills Task 1
20% - AT1b Specialised Skills Task 2 - Design Process and Solution Task: 60%
30% - AT2a Investigation and Analysis, Design Development and Planning
30% - AT2b Design Process, Production and Evaluation
Possible Future Pathways:
- Engineering
- Architecture
- Academy of Interactive Entertainment
- Product Design
- Cyber Security
- Vocational Trades