Design - Level 2
DES2 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: R. Elmes
Design at Level Two requires students to generate and develop ideas in response to a topical issue. The learning involved includes being able to think creatively, problem solve, work collaboratively and to show the progression of an idea across multiple outcomes.
This course is largely practical, equipping students with knowledge and skills to apply at Level Two and Level Three Design.
Pathway
Design - Level 3, Performing Arts Technology - Level 3 (Semester 1), Performing Arts Technology - Level 3 (Semester 2), Photography - Level 3, Visual Art - Level 3
PrerequisitesIf you did not take a pathway course at Level 1, or achieved fewer than 14 credits in that course, you will need HOD approval. email: [email protected] if you do not meet the pre-reqs for this course.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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A.S. 91320 v2
Visual Arts 2.4 - Produce a systematic body of work that shows understanding of art making conventions and ideas within design
Assessments: Term: 4, Week: 1 |
2 |
E |
12 |
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A.S. 91315 v2
Visual Arts 2.3 - Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established design practice
Assessments: Term: 2, Week: 10 |
2 |
I |
4 |
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A.S. 91310 v2
Visual Arts 2.2 - Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to design
Assessments: Term: 2, Week: 10 |
2 |
I |
4 |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
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