Graphic Communication
What will I learn?
With the modern society heavily relying on the creative industry you will learn all about emerging technologies and the skills involved.
This course will introduce 2D and 3D Computer Aided Design, CNC Machinery including Laser Cutters and 3D Printing, Engineering, Computer and Manual Rendering, Desktop Publishing, Graphic Design including printing, publishing and animation.
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.
Students will require to complete manual and computer based folios throughout the academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is completed throughout the course with each folio highlighting the grade each individual is at. Students grades will be based on the quality of their drawings, folios and 3D models. Students are actively encouraged to self-assess and peer assess each folio to provide real life experiences of team work and understanding the strength and areas of improvement within their learning.
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 in; 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.
Practical Woodwork
What will I learn?
Becoming a skilled craftsman does not happen overnight.
By studying this course you will develop key skills involved in constructing various artefacts by using a range of differing tools and machinery.
Theory behind all processes and tools is covered through classroom and workshop based activities.
The course is distinct in value that allows students to develop practical psychomotor skills in an extremely popular environment.
How will I learn?
Various projects are delivered throughout the year that are designed to develop and push all students creative and motor skills.
Students will have the opportunity to personalise and develop unique skills that will be different from their peers, which creates a challenging environment where each student learns new skills from each other.
A healthy, team based environment is formed early on which helps develop a full understanding of all industrial standards.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is completed throughout the course with each project highlighting the grade each individual is at. Students grades will be based on the quality of their marking out, joints and overall finish. Students are actively encouraged to self-assess and peer assess each project to provide real life experiences of team work and understanding the strength and areas of improvement within their learning.
Career Opportunities
Our local community actively seeks skilled professionals with varying modern apprenticeships available to keen students. Students that enjoy Practical Woodworking should consider careers in; Joinery, Craft Work, Electrical Engineering, Furniture Manufacture, Plumbing, Toolmaking, Pipefitting, Engineering, Motor Vehicle Repair, Vehicle Body Repair, Welding and Fabrication, Blacksmithing, Carpentry and Painting and Decorating.
