LENGTH OF COURSE: Semester Only
ASSUMED BACKGROUND: Successful completion of a Stage 1 Advanced Manufacturing course is an advantage.
SUBJECT CHARGES: $100

CONTENT
This course pushes the boundaries of design and manufacturing. You’ll master cutting-edge technologies like laser cutting, 3D printing, and CNC routing to create complex and sustainable solutions. Explore the exciting world of electronics and microprocessors as you bring your products to life. Develop a deep understanding of design principles and the impact of your creations on the environment. This course is your launchpad for a career in engineering and product development.

Course content will be a selection of the following:

Process and production skills: Develop knowledge and skills in using advanced manufacturing processes such as laser cutting, 3D printing, CNC routing and vinyl cutting to produce designed products. Integrate microprocessors and electronics to produce products with increasingly complex functionality. Develop an understanding of the characteristics and properties of advanced technologies and how they can be combined to produce sustainable designed solutions with increasing complexity

Investigating and designing: Develop capacity to design and communicate intent, addressing aesthetics, ergonomics, functionality, and usability in design. Develop understandings of ethical, legal, social, economic, environmental and sustainability factors in product design. Prepare products for production, using a range of digital technologies.