Metal Specialised Module 3 - Individual Decorative Piece
| Grade | Work Samples |
|---|---|
| End of Stage 5 (end of Year 10) | |
| Grade C | Frances |
| Grade D | Huong |
Description of activity
Using insects as a theme, students are required to design and produce a decorative metal item that utilises non-ferrous metals. Other materials may be used in combination with the metal. This activity introduces students to a range of materials, processes, techniques and skills. Sawing, drilling, joining and texturing of non-ferrous metals are essential elements of the teaching and learning involved in this activity. Students may also include the free forming of wire, enamelling, chasing, repoussé work, etching, buffing and soldering.
Students may wish to investigate the availability and use of scrap materials, offcuts, and recycled products.
Students will gain an understanding of the properties of a range of metals and OHS principles when working with them.
Context
Students are undertaking the third module of the Industrial Technology Art Metal focus area specialising in Jewellery. Through the previous study of the two core modules in Art Metal the students have developed knowledge of and skills in the use of elementary hand tools, machine tools and processes for cutting, shaping, joining and finishing metals. They have developed a general understanding of the properties of metals.
This assessment activity is to be delivered in conjunction with class work leading to the development of design solutions and associated project documentation for a wearable decorative metal item. Prior to undertaking this activity students have developed individual design ideas and formalised their final idea through the production of relevant working drawings and templates.
Areas for Assessment
Outcomes
A student:
5.1.2 applies OHS practices to hand tools, machine tools, equipment and processes
5.2.1 applies design principles in the modification, development, and production of projects
5.2.2 identifies, selects, and competently uses a range of hand and machine tools, equipment and processes to produce quality practical projects
5.3.2 selects and uses appropriate materials for specific applications
5.4.2 works cooperatively with others in the achievement of common goals
5.5.1 applies and transfers acquired knowledge and skills to subsequent learning experiences in a variety of contexts and projects.
Criteria for assessing learning
(These criteria would normally be communicated to students with the activity.)
Students will be assessed on:
- their creativity in the design of the piece including the selection and use of metals for aesthetic appeal
- the quality of workmanship demonstrated in the finished piece including:
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- cutting and shaping of metals
- joining of metals
- finishing techniques
- their ability to observe and follow safe and cooperative work practices.