Design and Technology - Stage 6 (2nd Edition): Print & Digital

Part of the series Design and Technology Stage 6 - 2nd Edition.

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Integrating design theory and practice with new case studies and updated content for HSC success. Written by a highly experienced and creative team of design educators, Design and Technology: Stage 6 Second edition is a complete resource package for the Year 11 and 12 (Preliminary and HSC) Design and Technology course, integrating theory and practical activity in a class setting to address the requirements of the NSW Stage 6 syllabus. This new edition includes detailed case studies, designer profiles and guidance for designing and producing the major project. Revision summaries and exam-style questions support preparation for the HSC examination. The Interactive Textbook brings design to life with rich media and interactive resources.

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Table of Contents

• Foreword
• About the authors
• Acknowledgements
• How to use this resource
• Part One: Preliminary – Year 11
• Chapter 1 Design theory and practice
• Chapter 2 Design and production processes in domestic, community, industrial and commercial settings
• Chapter 3 The impact of design and technology activities on the individual, society and the environment
• Chapter 4 Investigating and experimenting with techniques
• Chapter 5 Using design processes
• Chapter 6 Using resources effectively and safely
• Chapter 7 Evaluating the processes and outcomes of designing and producing
• Chapter 8 Management techniques and tools
• Chapter 9 Communicating ideas and solutions
• Chapter 10 Research methods in the development and modification of design ideas
• Chapter 11 Investigating manufacturing and production processes
• Chapter 12 Computer-based technologies in designing and producing
• Part Two: HSC – Year 12
• Chapter 13 The factors affecting design and the development and success of design projects
• Chapter 14 Relating the practices and processes of designers and producers to the major design project
• Chapter 15 The influence of trends in society on design and production
• Chapter 16 The impact of design and innovation on society and the environment
• Chapter 17 The factors that influence innovation and the success of innovation
• Chapter 18 Using creative and innovative approaches in designing and producing
• Chapter 19 Identifying a need or opportunity and exploring ideas for design development
• Chapter 20 Selecting and using resources responsibly to realise a quality major design project
• Chapter 21 Evaluating the processes undertaken and the impact of the major design project techniques
• Chapter 22 Managing the development of a quality major design project
• Chapter 23 Selecting and using appropriate research methods and techniques
• Chapter 24 Justifying activities undertaken in the major design project through the study of industrial and commercial practices
• Chapter 25 The emergence and impact of new technologies, and the factors affecting their development
• Glossary
• Index