11TCTF
This course requires 2 options.

Year 11 Technology - Creative Textiles

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Wensor.


Throughout this course, you will explore various aspects of textile design and other materials, including the design process, problem solving techniques, sustainable design principles, and meticulous construction methods. By integrating theory with hands-on experience, you will develop practical skills that foster creativity and innovation. 

As a designer you will learn to cultivate your own design voice, enabling you to create textiles that reflect your personal style, cultural influences, and artistic expression. This will be done through exploration of different applied design techniques and mixed materials. 

Recognising the importance of sustainable practices in the textile industry, this course emphasises the principles of environmentally conscious design. You will explore sustainable materials and techniques for minimising waste to support the innovation and development of sustainable and responsible textile design outcomes.

You will learn about various fabrics, their characteristics, and appropriate construction methods. You will gain hands-on experience with sewing, weaving, dyeing, printing, and finishing techniques, ensuring the production of textiles that are durable, aesthetically pleasing and functional.


This is a full year course and counts as two option course selections.

Who would be interested in this course?

Students interested in manipulation of materials and construction of textile products and garments. Students wanting to head down the Creative Industries pathway of product, interior and fashion design.




Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Basic fabrics and haberdashery are provided. Students that wish to use specialist fabrics are required to purchase their own.

Pathway

Assessment Information

Students are assessed through milestone checkpoints throughout the year based on evidence produced in their portfolio of work and their constructed garment.

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 6 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 6 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91357 v3
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 2.4 - Undertake effective development to make and trial a prototype
6
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 6
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0