SHS3 Design And Communication Technology · Semester 1 Week 7: Pattern Design

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.1.3.LI.2 - Develop appropriate drawing framework and necessary elements to create 3-dimensional templates and patterns.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Outline the steps for creating a 3-dimensional freehand-drawn template and pattern, from light sketching to final detailing.
Draw a proportional framework (construction lines and basic geometric shapes) for a chosen 3-dimensional object before adding details.
Apply necessary design elements such as line, form, texture and ornamentation to a freehand template in a balanced and organised way.
Evaluate group and individual freehand template drawings based on proportion, balance and cohesion of the design elements.
Replicate the framework and detailing process for a second object or concept of their choice, demonstrating transfer of the technique.

The lesson builds on the material selection work from Week 6 (Indicator 3.1.3.LI.1) where learners identified appropriate tools. It stops short of finalising and presenting polished designs, which is scheduled for Week 8 (Indicator 3.1.3.LI.3).

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Curriculum details

Strand: Conceptual Drawing (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Pattern Design (1.3)
Content standard: 3.1.3.CS.1 - 3.1.3.CS.1 Demonstrate knowledge and skill in using freehand drawing techniques to create 3-dimensional templates and patterns for objects and concepts. 3.1.3.LO.1 Apply the understanding and skills of creating templates and patterns to develop freehand-drawn 3-dimensional templates and patterns for objects and concepts.
Indicator: 3.1.3.LI.2 - Develop appropriate drawing framework and necessary elements to create 3-dimensional templates and patterns.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 7 (Week 7 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 87

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Group work/Collaborative Learning; Problem-based Learning:
1. Learners in small groups brainstorm to determine appropriate dimensions and proportions for 3-dimensional free hand-drawn templates and patterns.
2. Learners can refer to the small sketches they did in LI 1

Group work/Collaborative Learning; Problem-based Learning: Learners in small groups identify and develop steps to create 3-dimensional free hand-drawn templates and patterns. The steps can include drawing simple shapes or light outlines using soft strokes to plan how the finished drawing will look. This will help as a rough guide for the drawing.

Group work/Collaborative Learning; Project-based Learning: Learners in small groups used the steps they developed to create 3-dimensional free hand-drawn templates and patterns with appropriate details, textures and ornamentations. As details are added to the 3-dimensional free hand-drawn templates and patterns, ensure that everything looks balanced and organised. Pay attention to how different parts of the created design come together to form a cohesive template and pattern.

Assessment (3.1.3.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials:
- Models
- Charts
- reference books
- drawing studio
- access to internet
- LCD Projector, sketches.
- Pencils
- Erasers
- Pencil sharpener
- Sketch pads
- Drawing pens or ink
- Blending stumps
- Charcoal