Course Code - GEMDTW

Estimated Cost: $160.00

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Course Outline

This course offers students a unique opportunity to develop process and communication skills appropriate to the woodwork context. It is recommended (although not required) that students enrolling in this course also select Design Technical Graphics to complement their studies.

Students develop woodworking skills and understanding through both directed project work and developing their own designs. In addition to hand skills and machine operations, students will learn about product design and personal project management.

Throughout this process, students are encouraged to develop their own designs by researching existing products, working out the processes required to make their design and selecting the appropriate material for the project. They will develop CAD skills in the classroom and practical skills within the workshop environment such as the use of various tools, machinery and processes relevant to the tasks in a safe and effective environment.

Projects include

• Trebuchet
• Folding beach seat
• Lathe project

Workshop Safety Compliance

Students are expected to always wear safety glasses in the workshop.

Covered shoes are the minimum required standard of footwear.

Skills Outline

The course is divided into the following areas

• Materials
• Design
• Use of technology.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Successful experience in woodwork desirable.

Further Study

Year 12 Wood Materials Design and Technology General
Course Code GTMDTW

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