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Product Technology 3
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Gareth Osmond.
Involves inventing/developing exciting new prototypes to address real needs and opportunities that exist within our society. Innovation is a key component going forward in most aspects of life and is the foundation of this course.
•Students work with stakeholders and outside experts to develop an innovative product prototype.
•At this level, products have to be fit for purpose technically, environmentally, and socially.
•Students self-manage their design and development process, and demonstrate advanced skills using modern workshop technologies.
•Innovation and risk-taking are encouraged in this advanced course.
•This course involves both academic and practical components
•Pathway to tertiary courses in Engineering, Design, Technology and Product Development
Click the links below to see examples of the Product Technology related courses offered at NZ and Australian universities.
https://www.aut.ac.nz/courses/bachelor-of-design/industrial-design-major
https://www.idp.com/newzealand/search/product-design
https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/study/subjects/industrial-product-design
https://www.waikato.ac.nz/study/subjects/industrial-design
Click the link below to see example products that capture the essence of Product Technology as it operates in the industry.
https://removeandreplace.com/2013/09/24/53-simply-cool-products/
Here are samples of products that our year 13 boys have developed in recent years.
Samuel Lord spent his year developing a tyre changing system for local bike shops. Tubeless racing tyres have to be glued on and getting these aligned perfectly with the rims can be quite tricky and time-consuming. Sam re-purposed some breaking components and after several stages of prototyping and testing came up with this design. All components were machined and TIG welding in our school workshops.
Year 13 student Gene Hughes developed an innovative sharpening system for knives. He wanted to ensure an adjustable but consistent sharpening angle. Gene consulted with many experts and undertook many stages of modelling to achieve a result he was happy with. The mounting system and varying coarseness of the stones allow for a wide variety of different sharpening angles and a very high level of finish for almost any length of knife.
Click the link below to see many other student products developed in this subject.
Course Overview
Term 1
Identifying a product idea.
Researching possible product.
Communications with client and stakeholders.
Exploring possible solutions
Modelling selected product idea.
Term 2
Developing product further.
Proving likely fitness for purpose.
Writing final design brief.
CAD drawing product in detail.
Starting product manufacture
Term 3
Product manufacture
Product testing.
Term 4
Product testing.
Product evaluation.
Prerequisites
If you did not take PTC2, or achieved fewer than 14 credits in that course contact Mr Osmond ([email protected]) to discuss entry into this course. Your TUTOR will then enter you in the course if successful.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$90 materials
Pathway
All Engineering Areas, Design, All Technology areas, Product Development, Product Design, Architect, Building & Construction, Industrial Management, Technician, Apprenticeships, Media design, Ergonomics.
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.
Course endorsement provides recognition for a student who has performed exceptionally well in an individual course.
Students will gain an endorsement for a course if, in a single school year, they achieve:
* 14 or more credits at Merit or Excellence, and
* at least 3 of these credits from externally assessed standards and 3 credits from internally assessed standards.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
For a full list of UE approved subjects, go here:
https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/approved-subjects
External
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 3.3 - Develop a conceptual design considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense
Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 5
NZQA Info
Generic Technology 3.4 - Develop a prototype considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense
Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 2
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.20 - Implement complex procedures to integrate parts using resistant materials to make a specified product
Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 10
NZQA Info
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.22 - Implement complex procedures to make a specified product using a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machine
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 22
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Product designer, Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Secondary School Teacher, Tertiary Lecturer, Biomedical Technician (Mechanical and Electronic), Graphic Designer, Game Developer, Web Designer, Web Developer, Building and Construction Manager, Building Contractor, Building Inspector, Industrial Designer, Landscape Architect, Agricultural Engineer, Farm Worker, Driller, Sign maker, Technical Writer, Geospatial Specialist, Architect, Architectural Technician, Industrial Designer, Interior Designer, Landscape Architect, Naval Architect, Boat Designer, Surveyor, Designer, Cafe Worker, Cafe/Restaurant Manager Environmental Health Officer, Baker, Meat Inspector, Tertiary Lecturer, Food Technologist, Butcher, Automotive Electrician, Automotive Mechanic, Panelbeater, Vehicle Body Builder/Trimmer, Vehicle Painter, Electronics Trades Worker, Engineering Machinist, Fabrication Engineer, Gunsmith, Industrial Spray Painter, Lift Technician, Locksmith, Marine Engineer, Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Toolmaker, Welder, Construction and Infrastructure, Building Insulator, Cabinet Maker, Carpenter, Electrician, Fencer, Floor and Wall Tiler, Floor Covering Installer, Glazier, Joiner, Painter and Decorator, Plasterer, Plumber, gasfitter and drainlayer, Quantity Surveyor, Roofer, Stonemason, Energy and Chemical Plant Operator, Boat Builder, Brewer, Clothing Marker/Cutter, Furniture Finisher, Glass Processor, Metal Worker, Plastics Technician, Plastics Worker, Product Assembler, Pulp and Paper Mill Operator, Sewing Machinist, Textile Process Operator, Upholsterer, Watchmaker and Repairer, Wood Machinist, Wood Processing Worker, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Navy Officer, Navy Sailor, Visual Merchandiser, Light Technician, Exhibition Technician, Artist, Forklift Operator, Heavy Truck Driver, Train Driver, Bicycle Mechanic, Line Mechanic, Picture Framer, Copywriter, Marketing Specialist, Visual Merchandiser, Art Director (Film/Television/Stage), Light Technician, Exhibition Technician, Animator/Illustrator, Artist, Clothing Designer, Clothing Pattern Maker, Graphic Pre-Press Worker, Metal Worker,