Pre-VCE Product Design and Technology (Textiles)

Prerequisite: Completion of at least one semester of Fashion & Textiles elective. 

This subject is designed for students considering VCE Product Design and Technology (Textiles) and provides the knowledge and practical experience needed for senior study. 

Building on the skills developed in Fashion & Textiles, students will explore the complete design process by responding to authentic design problems using a human-centred design approach. They will investigate user needs, generate and communicate ideas through technical drawings, and document their design thinking, experimentation and evaluation in a visual diary. 

Students will strengthen their sewing and construction skills while designing and producing a high-quality textile product. Throughout the course, they will consider sustainability, ethical design and the environmental impact of the fashion industry, developing solutions that are both functional and purposeful. 

Students will develop skills in: 

• Human-centred and sustainable design 

• Design thinking and problem-solving 

• Technical and freehand drawing 

• Visual diary documentation and design communication 

• Project planning and product development 

• Advanced sewing and textile construction techniques 

Pathway: 

This subject provides excellent preparation for students intending to study VCE Product Design and Technology (Textiles) and develop the skills required for senior design studies.