11TEX - Textiles (MCert)

11TEX 

Year 11 Textiles                                                                                         MCert

Course Statement:

This subject is a practical based subject, creating conceptual and implementation skills. Learners develop studies around a theme based on Kaitiakitanga of Our Fragile World. This visual questioning develops inspiration to create their concepts. 

 Students investigate and experiment with a broad range of materials and techniques to design, make and validate their ideas.  On completing this course students will develop skills in conceptual design, 3D construction, creative imagination, and divergent thinking all of which will support their learning in the wider school curriculum.

Topics Covered:

• Workstations for experimenting and embedding skills for textiles, applied design, felting, machine embroidery, dye work,  screen printing, and developing own surface through sustainable practice.
• Developing concepts through design and sketching that can be for 3D items or garments which explore divergent thinking. 
• Designing and making a Bomber jacket, and a container to answer a brief.
• The final display of choice, for an exhibition.

Leads to:

12TEX: NCEA Level 2 Textiles