Kelston Boys’ High School Kelston Boys’ High School

Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) Level 1

11DVC
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Mc Intyre.

Entry Requirements

Level 1 DVC will suit students who enjoy sketching, rendering, and using their design and computer skills to create visual solution to set design briefs and tasks. Eligibility for Level 1 is determined by successful completion of year 10 or with a special exemption from the Head of Department of Hard Materials. 



DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION – YEAR 11
NCEA LEVEL 1
CODE: 11DVC


Aims

This course is designed to meet the requirements to pursue LEVELS 1, 2, and 3 through to Tertiary Level 

Successful completion will develop the essential knowledge and skills expected to meet the required standard for undertaking a career in Architecture, Design, Media, Advertising or any related career in the Design and Visual Communications industries. 

Course Content: 

The focus of the course is to strengthen skills in:
  • Sketching and rendering techniques 
  • Developing basic computer drawing and presentation skills 
  • Developing formal drawing and technical presentation methods.

Where can this subject take you? 

This subject leads specifically into Levels 2 and 3 and tertiary qualifications in the design and communication industries.





Learning Areas:

Technology


Pathway

Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) Level 2


Supplementary Materials/ Equipment

Disclaimer

Course Selection is confirmed at the start of 2024.  You can change the courses you have selected up until the start of next year provided there are still spaces in the course you wish to change to.

Some courses may become unavailable due to the number of students taking the courses or changes in staffing.

New courses may also be introduced, in which case you will be notified and given the opportunity to select the new course.