Design and Technologies - Plastic Fantastic

Length of Course

Semester

Level

Year 8

Learning Area

Year 8 - Area 2

Core or Specialist

Specialist

Pre-requisites

Nil

Subject Description

Plastic Fantastic 

Plastic Fantastic is a subject area where students are able to integrate materials and systems to create functional multi-faceted products.

All activities in this course aid the students ability to apply knowledge and understanding of how to use hand-tools and operate basic workshop equipment and machinery.

In Plastic Fantastic, the student will make use of specialised technology and a range of materials in practical sessions to produce a range of interesting and personalised products.

Content
  • OnGuard Modules
  • Working with plastics
  • Creation of designs in plastics
  • Understanding recycling and re-use of precious resources
Assessment
  • OnGuard Modules
  • Tangram
  • Design folio task
  • Product record and evaluation
Pathways

Year 9 Design and Technology

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Year 8 - Design and Technologies - Plastic Fantastic

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