Grade 9, Technological Design (Open, North Campus) TDJ 1ON
This course offers an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study. Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials through working with a range of materials, processes, techniques, and styles. 1 credit
Grade 10, Technological Design (Open) TDJ 2O1
This course requires students to design and develop innovative products and services. Students will learn the following: how to identify user needs related to specified design problems; the physical properties of selected materials and their application in product design; techniques to create physical products and services; various presentation techniques; how to test and evaluate design solutions; and the implications of technology on the development of products or services. They will also become aware of design-related careers.
Prerequisite: none 1 credit
Grade 10, Technological Design, Computer Graphics (Open) TDJ 2OP
With the use of computer graphics and publishing software this course introduces students to the principles and elements of design in the production of graphic presentations where students will be required to design and develop innovative products and services. Students will learn the following: how to identify user needs related to specified design problems; the physical properties of selected materials and their application in product design; techniques to create physical products and services; various presentation techniques; how to test and evaluate design solutions; and the implications of technology on the development of products or services. They will also become aware of design-related careers. The main focus of this course is computer graphics and computer publishing.
Prerequisite: None 1 credit
Grade 11, Technological Design (Workplace Preparation) TDJ 3E1
This course provides students with opportunities to apply the principles of basic design to technological challenges in industry, engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and graphics. Students will develop problem solving and design skills through the use of technical drawings and illustrations, model building, testing, and marketing. They will also become aware of consumer, business, and environmental issues in the creation and marketing of products or services, and the educational requirements of design-related careers.
Prerequisite: none 1 credit
Grade 11, Technological Design, Computer Graphics – (Workplace Preparation) TDJ 3EP
With the use of computer graphics and publishing software this course provides students with opportunities to apply the principles of basic design to technological challenges in industry, engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and graphics. Students will develop problem solving and design skills through the use of technical drawings and illustrations, model building, testing, and marketing. They will also become aware of consumer, business, and environmental issues in the creation and marketing of products or services, and the educational requirements of design-related careers. The main focus and of this course is computer graphics and computer publishing.
Prerequisite: None 1 credit
Grade 11, Technological Design (University/College Preparation) TDJ 3M1
This course provides students with opportunities to apply the principles of technological design to challenges in communications, manufacturing, electronics, transportation, architecture, industrial and consumer products, health and safety equipment, and environmental services. Students will identify user needs, estimate labour and material costs, analyse material characteristics, and illustrate design solutions, using traditional and computer-based methods. They will also acquire the basic design skills required for postsecondary studies in engineering, manufacturing, architecture, and construction.
Prerequisite: none 1 credit
Grade 12, Technological Design (Workplace Preparation) TDJ 4E1
This course helps students develop a systematic process to design products or services based on an understanding and analysis of consumer needs, material characteristics, fabrication methods, and design principles. Students will develop design briefs, conduct marketing surveys, create freehand and computer-generated illustrations, make models, generate technical reports, design packaging, and become aware of design trends. They will also examine careers and small business opportunities in design, architecture, manufacturing, or marketing.
Prerequisite: TDJ3E1 1 credit
Grade 12, Technological Design, Computer Graphics – (Workplace Preparation) TDJ 4EP
With the use of computer graphics and publishing software this course helps students develop a systematic process to design products or services in the field of graphic design, based on an understanding and analysis of consumer and commercial needs, software characteristics, computer-assisted graphic enhancement methods, and design principles. Students will design and create presentations, posters, advertising and packaging and become aware of design trends. They will also examine careers and small business opportunities in the graphic design business. The main focus and of this course is computer graphics and computer publishing.
Prerequisite: Technological Design: Computer Graphics Grade 11, Workplace Preparation 1 credit
Grade 12, Technological Design (University/College Preparation) TDJ 4M1
This course provides students with opportunities to solve problems in design through the use of technical drawings, model building, testing, and marketing. Students will research, design, and test solutions for residential or commercial architecture, industrial engineering, and manufacturing. They will also examine the educational requirements of a technical-design-related career in engineering, architecture, or industrial design.
Prerequisite: TDJ3M1 1 credit
