Graphic Communication

Graphic Communication is available at National 4, National 5 and Higher levels here in Saint Maurice’s. The course provides opportunities for candidates to initiate and develop their own ideas graphically. It allows them to develop skills in reading and interpreting graphics produced by others. Candidates continue to develop graphic awareness, often in complex graphic situations, expanding their visual literacy.
The course is practical, exploratory and experiential in nature. It combines elements of creativity and communicating for visual impact with elements of protocol and an appreciation of the importance of graphic communication standards.

Study materials can be found on MS Teams or click here

Course Content

Pupils develop:
– skills in graphic communication techniques, including the use of equipment, graphic materials and software
– creativity in the production of graphic communications to produce visual impact in meeting a specified purpose
– skills in evaluating the effectiveness of graphics in communicating and meeting their purpose
– an understanding of graphic communication standards, protocols and conventions, where these apply
-an understanding of the impact of graphic communication technologies on our environment and society

SQA Course Assessment

National 4

All National 4 units are assessed internally for Graphic Communication. Pupils must produce a variety of 2D and 3D Graphics to the correct standard. This will involve manual drawing, 3D modelling and Desktop Publishing throughout. They must also complete an Added Value Unit. They will be assigned a brief with various graphic tasks and asked to complete this independently. Their knowledge and understanding will be assessed internally by the school.

National 5 and Higher

Pupils will complete a practical graphics assignment during class time which contributes 36% of their overall grade. This involves Preliminary, Production and Promotional graphics and requires manual drawing, 3D modelling and Desktop Publishing throughout. The other The other 64% is determined by a 90 mark exam style question paper which relates to theory covered throughout the course. Both of these will be assessed by the SQA.

My World of Work

There are endless career opportunities for Technical students such as Joinery, Carpenter, Wood machinist/ sander, Furniture maker, Wood turner, Wood carving, Cabinetry, Timber framers, Product Designer, Wide range of engineering, Design manufacture engineer, Civil engineer, Electrical engineer, Mechanical engineer, Upholstery, Graphic designer, Web designer, Multi-media designer, Art director, Animation design , Branding design, 3D Illustrator, Game designer, teaching, among many others. Careers and jobs include specialist positions in these area.

Further information can be found at My World of Work.

Further Education and Progression

Many students leave St Maurice’s and go on to Higher Education to further develop their knowledge in one of the Technical subjects and many take up apprenticeships.

Establishments such as those listed below offer wonderful courses from NC level through HNC and HND to Degree and Masters Degree.

Colleges

North College Lanarkshire

Campuses in Coatbridge, Cumbernauld, Motherwell, Kirkintilloch (Art), Broadwood (Sports)

Graphic Communication:

CAD – https://www.nclanarkshire.ac.uk/courses/hnc-computer-aided-draughting-and-design/

Architectural Technician – https://www.nclanarkshire.ac.uk/courses/hnc-computer-aided-architectural-design-and-technology/

Glasgow Clyde

Campuses in Anniesland, Cardonald and Langside

Construction:

https://www.glasgowclyde.ac.uk/study/subject-areas/6-construction

City of Glasgow