Design and Visual Communication Level 3	Enquiries: Ms J Beighton
Prerequisites
Completion of Level 2 Graphics with a minimum of 16 credits.

This course is assessed using:			This course is:
	●	Achievement Standards		●	Internally assessed
		Unit Standards		●	Externally assessed

Course Information

Graphics involves the visual communication of the solutions to design problems through application of the design process. Level 3 requires students to work with a client to develop their own brief. This provides students with the opportunity to develop in depth design solutions within an area of personal interest. At the end of this brief students display their work for the client in a public exhibition. This then forms the basis of a portfolio of evidence demonstrating the process of negotiating and the presented outcomes.

Course Cost

$40 for the use of materials and specialist equipment. Includes coloured paper, card and model making materials and use of studio markers. In addition to this students are required to have their own folder and drawing equipment. This can be purchased from the Teacher in Charge and should last throughout the students school Graphics career.

Standard	Title	Credits	Int/Ext
AS 90734	Negotiate a brief and a solution by applying a design process.	5	External
AS 90735	Plan and produce a presentation to communicate design ideas	4	External
AS 90736	Develop and communicate the solution to an architectural or environmental design brief.	5	Internal
AS 90737	Develop and communicate the solution to an engineering or technological design brief.	5	Internal
AS 90738	Develop and communicate the solution to a media or technical illustration brief.	5	Internal
Maximum Credits Available		24

Why this course?

Graphics focuses on real life problem solving. It also has a strong emphasis on high quality presentation. This course should appeal to students who are able to create innovative solutions to problems and present them in a visually appealing way. At this level independent study skills are essential. Level 3 Graphics leads to tertiary study in architecture, architectural drafting, Graphic design, fashion, landscape design, interior design, engineering, product design amongst others.