DESIGN AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Why choose DET?
The DET accommodation comprises three dual purpose workshops that are used to deliver; Design & Manufacture, Design & Enterprise, Practical Woodworking, Practical Metalworking and other Engineering related courses. The department facility is also enriched with a dedicated CNC facility within one of the workshop areas. The Department also has three well equipped Graphics/Design rooms, one of which is a dedicated Computer suite using industry standard AutoCad and Desktop Publishing software programmes.
The Department has recently purchased a second Laser Cutter which allows students the opportunity to utilise industrial standard equipment to manufacture elements/components within their project work and exploit any Enterprise opportunities.
Courses in S1-S2 offer core experiences in Design, Engineering & Technology, the current weekly allocation of time is;
- S1 pupils 3 periods
- S2 pupils 2 periods
- In S3 pupils can choose to follow courses in Design and Manufacture and/or Graphic Communication for 3 periods per week.
The S1-S3 core course delivers experiences and outcomes which provide our young people a range of different contexts for learning that draw on important aspects of everyday life and work. Pupils will experience working with a full range of materials, tools, machinery and computer software to maximise their potential.
Scotland has always been a world leader in many areas of engineering and will be for many years to come. Choosing a career in this diverse sector is guaranteed to involve you in sector leading developments and an exciting career.
What courses do we offer?
Graphic Communication
Graphic Communication allows you to develop skills in 3D modelling and Graphic Design. This subject will help you explore and develop the skills to enable you to go onto a Career in Architecture, Graphic Design, Games Design and Engineering.
Practical Woodworking
Practical Woodworking is a fully practical subject where you will learn to use a range of workshop Woodworking tools and machines including sawing and using the wood lathe. This will support you to go onto careers in construction and furniture design.
Practical Metalworking
Practical Metalworking is a fully practical subject where you will learn to use a range of workshop Metalworking tools and machines including welding and forming. This will support you to go onto careers in Engineering and metal fabrication.
Jewellery Smithing
Jewellery Smithing is a fully practical subject where u will learn a range of smithing techniques including soldering, annealing, creating rings, earing and broaches. This course can be utilised to generate evidence to support Art based course applications and develop the skills required to apply for apprenticeships in jewellery smithing.
Design & Manufacture
Design & Manufacture teachers you about the design process. You learn how to take you initial ideas, develop them and then prepare them so that they are able to be manufactured. During this subject you will develop the skills that will help you within a career as Designer.