Approx Cost:
$30.00 this covers the cost of some craft materials, sewing notions and patterns during the course. The fabric for the pyjamas is purchased separately and is an additional cost.
Technology Requirements:
A laptop is essential for this course
Course Outline:

In this course you can:

  • Explore given contexts to solve problems and come up with solutions.
  • Be inspired by other designs to show their own creativity in a range of ideas that meet a brief.
  • Become designers and develop an outcome for a client.
  • Learn how to project manage an outcome by planning time and resource requirements.
  • Discover how materials and processes are used in order to create a successful outcome.
  • Be involved in hands on projects including making bags, PJ shorts and a toy for a given person.
  • Class maximum 28.
Assessment:
  • Knowing how to write a simple brief.
  • Planning and designing an outcome
  • Exploring a range of materials and processes
  • Learning practical skills
Where Does It Lead:

This course leads to Year 10 Materials Technology - Textile based and thereafter to Senior Technology courses at NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3.

For further information see:
Mrs E Paterson.