The course consists of three distinct units and a major cross-unit assignment called the Thematic Presentation Folio.

Technical Graphics 1 (TG1) Learning Outcomes (LO's)
LO1) Apply manual techniques of pictorial representation to suit a range of subject matter
LO2) Apply manual techniques of geometric construction in the generation of orthographic drawings
LO3) Apply manual techniques of illustration and presentation to give emphasis, realism and impact to graphic presentations

Technical Graphics 2 (TG2) Learning Outcomes (LO's)
LO1)  Apply manual techniques of orthographic projection to produce drawings of components, assemblies,  and locations
LO2) Apply the principles of dimensioning to orthographic production drawings
LO3) Demonstrate knowledge of the use of graphic communication within the consumer, engineering, and construction industries

Computer Graphics (CG) Learning Outcomes (LO's)
LO1) Produce orthographic and pictorial drawings using a CAD package
LO2) Produce computer-rendered drawings for promotional purposes using an illustration package
LO3) Plan and produce single and double page layouts using a DTP package
LO4) Demonstrate knowledge of terminology and hardware associated with computer graphics

Instruments of Assessment (IA's) - Individual Units
TG1: LO1 & LO2  - Folio of completed drawings and end-of-unit test
TG1: LO3            - Folio of completed drawings
TG2: LO1            - Folio of completed drawings and end-of-unit test
TG2: LO2            - Folio of completed drawings
TG2: LO3            - End of unit test
CG : LO1&LO2    - Folio of completed drawings
CG : LO3            - Folio of completed work and evidence of pre-planning
CG : LO4            - End-of-unit test

Instruments of Assessment (IA's) - Complete Course
1) Satisfactory completion of all individual unit-assessments as listed above
2) Satisfactory completion of a Thematic Presentation Folio which is externally assessed.
3) Final examination

Student Activities Throughout Course
1) Compiling a folio of prescribed drawing exercises designed to satisfy all learning outcomes in TG1,TG2 and CG
2) Sitting end-of-unit tests for Technical Graphics 1&2, and Computer Graphics
3) Compiling a Thematic Presentation (TP) folio on an appropriate theme of own choice, containing preliminary, production and presentational drawings. Some drawings from this folio may replace drawings in item 1 (see above) provided that performance criteria (PC's) are fully met therein. The TP may be regarded as a 4th unit of the course in addition to TG1&2 and CG. The work in this folio is predominantly computer-generated.
4) Passing a final exam.

Note:
All students will be provided with quality teaching and tutorial materials to supplement their lessons. They are expected to take a high level of responsability a) to keep themselves fully informed about the requirements of the course, b) to monitor their own progress through the units and c) for the organisation and safekeeping of their work. Upon completion, each piece of work should be presented to the teacher at the earliest opportunity for grading or for advice on improvement. It is not possible to complete all the coursework within timetabled class time, therefore students will find themselves doing work at home or, by arrangement,  within the department during study periods, lunchtimes or after school.