Level One Hard Materials
Level
NCEA Level 1 Technology Achievement Standards
Entry Requirement
Experience in Year 9 and 10 Technology Hard Materials would be an advantage but not essential.
Cost
Students will be charged for the materials that make up their individual products according to the quantity and quality of materials they choose to use. Students are encouraged to cost each project prior to manufacture.
Course Outline
Students learn to design and manufacture products that meet the needs of clients and stakeholders. Focus is given to developing each student's skill in the use of machines, tools and processes to manipulate a range of materials including wood, metals and plastics. Development of key competencies including time management, planning, drawing and communication of design ideas.
Assessment
Student evidence for assessment will be presented in the form of Portfolio and finished product examples.
Internals
A.S.92012 Develop a materials and Processing Technology outcome for an authentic context. Credits 6
A.S.92013 Develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome by transforming, manipulating, or combining different materials. Credits 6
Externals
A.S.92015 Demonstrate understanding of materials and techniques for a feasible Materials and Processing Technology outcome. 4 credits
Where Does It Lead
L2 Technology - Hard Materials
This course provides a foundation for further study in tertiary courses in technology or trade qualifications, eg. Design, Product design, Industrial design, Technological degrees, engineering and building trades