10DIG

Year 10 Digital technology

Subject Description

DVC covers two main subject fields; Architecture and Product design. Within these fields, students are taught how to produce visual diagrams and drawings in order to express ideas, design terminology, the design process and how to creatively think and produce ideas which will possibly be of benefit to society. 

Students will learn to demonstrate a range of drawing skills to express, develop, and communicate ideas. Develop a sound working knowledge of graphics equipment, interpret drawings and communicate information in appropriate graphic form, using current conventions and standard practice. Develop a critical awareness of drawing and presentation and take pride in achieving high personal standards. Understand the elements and processes of design.


Subject Overview

Term 1
Year 10 DVC is part of a 14 week subject rotation. The DVC rotation is skills based and focuses on instrumental drawing skills such as Isometric Crating, Freehand Isometric Drawing, Orthographic Projection, Elevations, and Exploded Views. These are aimed to set students up with skills needed for senior level DVC.