About this Subject
- Length of Study: One Semester
- Number of SACE Credits: 10
- Pre-Requisite Information: Nil
Subject Overview
Students refine their timber materials and machining understanding while developing further a range of complex skills. Safe and competent use of machinery and a wide range of hand and power tools assisted them in refining their skill set. Their Design Folio involves producing sketches, CAD (Computer Aided Design) drawings. They produce a photographic, documented record of their practical progress while constructing their major product. Students undertake study in Stage 1 Furniture Construction through the following topics:
- Furniture Construction Principles
- Practical Projects
- Safe Workshop Procedures
- CAD and Sketching
- Tooling Jigs
Assessment
Stage 1 assessment is comprised of 100% school-based assessment. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:
- Assessment Type 1: Specialised Skills Task (40%)
- Assessment Type 2: Design Process and Solution (60%)
Examination:
- This subject does not have an examination at the end of the semester
