MDT100

Level 1 Materials Design and Technology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Hales.

L1 MDT

Technology is intervention by design. In this course, you will learn ways to solve problems through design.  You will experience learning across all three curriculum strands to ensure you become designers of successful, fit for purpose outcomes.  In this course, you will make your products predominantly using Hard Materials such as wood and plastics.

This course is comprised of a single project which is studied in depth. Students investigate 'What is Good Design?' by looking at famous designs and designers, what made these so successful? Students then apply this knowledge by devising concepts using elements of 'Good Design' in their own work. The best solution is selected from a range. This best solution is presented to their client and this is developed in practical detail. The outcome is evaluated by the student and the client. Is it fit for purpose? Can it be improved?   

Projects culminate in the submission of a design portfolio and technical outcome/prototype.


In Year 11, you will be predominantly using design to develop outcomes.  You can explore design ideas using either CAD (Techsoft Design, Adobe Illustrator, Sketchup) or Drawing techniques (Sketching, Rendering, Instrumental Drawing). You will also learn how to use CAM processes such as Laser Cutting.


Course Overview

Term 1
What is Good Design ? Concept development and liaison with a client. Workshop testing. Design Elements.

Term 2
Further design and prototyping. Workshop testing

Term 3
Final developments of outcome

Term 4
Finalizing portfolio.

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 10 PDT course is a requirement. Experience in other Technology courses may be considered.

If you are selecting this subject without the recommended prior learning, your acceptance is subject to HoD approval.

Pathway

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 16
External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 24352 v3
NZQA Info

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of safe working practices and use PPE during the construction of a BCATS project


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24356 v3
NZQA Info

Apply elementary procedures and processes for a BCATS project


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 8
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92012 v3
NZQA Info

Materials and Processing Technology 1.1 - Develop a Materials and Processing Technology outcome in an authentic context


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92014 v3
NZQA Info

Materials and Processing Technology 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of sustainable practices in the development of a Materials and Processing Technology design


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.

Minimum class sizes.

  • Course structure and activities are subject to change.

  • Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.

Meeting any course entry requirements

  • Minimum class sizes.

  • Course structure and activities are subject to change.

  • Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.

Course structure and activities are subject to change.

  • Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.