AN ONLINE RESOURCE FOR MATERIALS, DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY SECONDARY STUDENTS
MDT Student
Year 11 & 12 Design Briefs
Below are some examples of project briefs for the 4 units and sample assessment outlines. Briefs within this course should always be very open to allow students room for creativity and problem solving.
UNIT 1 - DESIGN AND MAKE A SMALL TABLE
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This project introduces students to some basic construction techniques and
allows them to develop confidence in their chosen material area.
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Use this link to download the assessment outline .
UNIT 2 - DESIGN AND MAKE A STORAGE SOLUTION
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This project encourages students to experiment and push their creativity in both their design and practical work. Innovative solutions are encouraged.
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Use this link to download the assessment outline .
UNIT 3 - DESIGN AND MAKE A PRODUCT TO HELP SOMEONE
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This project allows students to pursue any design direction they choose as most products will fit into the brief. This encourages interest as students have a personal interest in the project they are making
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Use this link to download the assessment outline .
UNIT 4 - DESIGN AND MAKE A PRODUCT FOR USE OUTDOORS
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This project is designed to use a different set of manufacturing skills as products for outside do not rely on such a high quality finish or complex construction. The focus for this project is interesting unique designs and thinking carefully about function and materials.
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Use this link to download the assessment outline .