Lynfield College Lynfield College

Level 2 Design and Visual Communication

2DVC
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Wensor.

Who would be interested in this course?

Any student with an interest in drawing and design.


This comprehensive design course will expose students to both architectural and product design practice. This will include the study of design styles and eras. Students will  complete a design project compiling of a combination of sketching techniques, computer aided design skills and effective communication using design language. In addition, students will learn how to produce production drawings in line with industry practice.

A study of design and visual communication opens the way to a wide variety of careers and interests. The 2DVC achievement standards provide sector related credits for construction and infrastructure, manufacturing and technology and creative industries. Careers in these industries include: Architect, carpenter, quantity surveyor, engineer, artist, media designer and advertising manager.



Faculties:

Technologies


Assessment Information

Work for the External Standard will be completed and submitted in Term 3.

Pathway

Level 3 Design and Visual Communication, Level 3 Fashion and Design

Career Pathways

Building and Construction Manager, Urban/Regional Planner, Civil Engineer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Industrial Designer, Environmental Engineer, Architect, Landscape Architect, Landscaper



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										

A4 Visual diary
3xHB pencil
3x 2B pencil
Eraser
Pencil sharpener
Black fine liner pen .3mm

These can be purchased online through the school stationery shop as a DVC student pack.