Graphic Communication
What will I learn?
The key aim of this course is to continue to build on the foundations acquired during the National 5 qualification. Students will be expected to work independently and select a key demographic area within the Graphic industry to be the main focal point of their academic year.
This course will continue to develop and introduce 2D and 3D Computer Aided Design, CNC Machinery including Laser Cutters and 3D Printing, Engineering, Computer and Manual Rendering, Desktop Publishing to create your own magazine spreads and websites, Graphic Design including printing, publishing and animation, creating technical graphics using traditional drawing board methods as well as the more modern CAD techniques, varying Graphic file types and techniques, Tolerances and Typography including creating your own font.
How will I learn?
A range of resources and techniques are used to carry out the various tasks expected within each unit of work which will be broken into individual folios specifically designed to challenge and test students. Learning is ‘hands on’ and practical with the course being designed to replicate a real world graphics environment – especially each students chosen industry area.
Theory content is delivered each week to ensure students are best equipped for answering the written extended response questions expected from the examination, boosted with regular homework exercises that have been specially tailored to best suit our students.
Students will require to complete manual and computer based work throughout the academic year.
How will I be assessed?
At Higher there is two components;
Question Paper (90 Marks) 2 Hours and 30 Minutes- Will assess the learners’ skills, knowledge, understanding and visual literacy through the graphics techniques and practice they have acquired. Accounts for 64% of the course award.
Assignment (50 Marks) – This will draw on, extend and apply the skills and knowledge acquired and developed during the course. Accounts for 36% of the course award and is complete during class time with 8 hours allocated.
Career Opportunities
The STEM Initiative continues to inspire young people to engage and achieve in STEM subjects and create unique career paths moving forward. Students that enjoy Graphic Communication should consider careers, such as; Marketing, Advertising, Digital Design, Desktop Publishing, Animation, Architecture, Engineering, Graphic Design, Computer Aided Design, Print Design, Web Design, Illustration, Surveying, Civil Engineering and Product Design.
