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| “Everybody should learn to program a computer, because it teaches you how to think.” - Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple. If you enjoy problem-solving and are interested in learning more about the how a computer works, Year 9 CompSci teaches you the building blocks of computer science and programming through Scratch, a beginner friendly programming language, by solving fun puzzles and small problems. Explore a range of various software tools by designing and creating a character for your game using different mediums, such as vector drawings and pixel art. Then through game development theory, design and develop your own video game for others to play! | Use Scratch to solve a task using the fundamentals of computer programming. Design and develop a video game for others to play. | Nil. | This course leads to Year 10 Digital Technologies. | Mr Ny |
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| “Computer science empowers students to create the world of tomorrow.” - Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft. This course introduces students to Python, one of the world’s most popular programming languages, and taught in many first-year university STEM courses. Learn how to write your first computer program. Use your skills to develop solutions for small tasks and program an electronic device to play music. Create a team and design a prototype to return an 'egg'stronaut safely from space! Learn Adobe Animate, the same software that is used to make online animations and graphics for TV shows, design and develop an animation to engage audiences in a dynamic and visually appealing way. Explore the world of 3D modelling using Blender, a free and open-source 3D creation suite widely used by professionals and hobbyists in various fields, such as game development, film production, and visual effects. | Solve problems using Python and develop an animation using Adobe Animate. | $20 for access to an online practice resource. | This course leads to Year 11 Digital Technologies. | Mr Ny |
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| This course has a technological approach with a focus on expressing creativity and gaining confidence with using a sewing machine. You will learn skills in fashion drawing, textile processes, applied design techniques, and how to use a commercial pattern to make your own garments. Examples of projects include sweat top, simple garments and accessories | You will be assessed on your technology practice including: design skills, creative and technical processes, fashion and textile products | $50 for take home materials and additional purchased resources for practical projects | This course leads to Year 10 Fashion and Textiles Technology. | Ms Clement |
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| This course is a taster into the world of Interior and Product Design. You will explore the process involved in adding value to an interior space through the design, testing, and creation of a wall decal. You also have the opportunity to express your creativity and gain confidence using basic manufacturing techniques, to produce a bronze ring using the lost casting method. Over this course you will learn skills in design idea generation, visual communication, adobe illustrator, and the manipulation of a range of materials. | You will be assessed on technological practice, modelling and visual communication which includes; design skills, creative and technical processes and completed outcomes | $45 for take home materials | This course leads to Year 11 Product and Spatial Design Technology and Year 11 Fashion and Textiles Technology. | Ms Clement |
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| This is a design digital technology course with a food & presentation design focus. You will be working in a digital studio environment where you can express your creativity and learn skills in using Adobe Photoshop. Throughout this course you will gain knowledge in the design elements and principles, the design process and basic styling & photography. You will apply this knowledge and your new digital skills in the design of a digital postcard and a family favourite recipe card. | You will be assessed on your technology practice including: design skills, creative and technical processes. | N/A | This course leads to Year 10 Design Digital Technology and Year 11 Product and Spatial Design Technology. | Ms Watson |
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| This is a design digital technology course with a food & product design focus. You will be working in a collaborative digital studio environment, using digital programmes such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Over the period of this course you will design the content and marketing strategy for a shoe collaboration. You will also create the brand identity for an at-home cake kit, which will include testing, creating and styling your product and launching it on social media. | You will be assessed on your technology practice including: design skills, creative and technical processes. | N/A | This course leads to Year 10 Design Digital Technology and Year 11 Product and Spatial Design Technology. | Ms Watson |
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| The course offers opportunities for students interested in fashion, textiles and design to use creative processes and techniques through design practice in a collaborative studio environment. You will learn skills in fashion illustration, branding, marketing, how to use a commercial pattern and make your own unique garments. Examples of design and manufacturing projects are leisure wear, a bomber jacket and Bling my Bra – a wearable arts charity project. | You will be assessed on your technology practice including: design skills, creative and technical processes, fashion and textile products | $65 for take home materials and additional purchased resources for practical projects | This course leads to Year 11 Fashion and Textiles Technology and Year 11 Product and Spatial Design Technology. | Ms Clement |
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| The focus of this course is to introduce students to a range of visual communication techniques, practical processes and design methods. These new skills will be applied to design briefs where students develop and produce unique, high quality outcomes that address design problems. The outcomes you will produce include a perfume bottle design, shipping container café, and a digital presentation design. | You will be assessed on technological practice, modelling and visual communication which includes; design skills, creative and technical processes and completed outcomes | $45 for take home materials | This course leads to Year 11 Product and Spatial Design Technology and Year 11 Fashion and Textiles Technology. | Ms Clement |
