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Mentoring Program

July 8, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Many students have joined the Design and Technology Mentoring program offered by way of the website www.designandtechhelp.com.

Lots of students have asked me why have I offered my time so cheaply, other coaching schemes cost hundreds of dollars?

“My aim is to put information out there!” the small amount received covers the cost for software web operating costs.

If you need help even at this late stage please email me on technology1@exemail.com.au

All the best with your project

regards

Colin

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Honesty in the HSC MDP

July 7, 2009 · Leave a Comment

All final year D& T students are particularly busy at this point of the year; however it is about this time each year that a timely reminder about honesty is raised.
It is reasonable to expect that not all students will have all the specialised skills to complete all aspects of their project. It is important to make mention in your folio if you subcontract out some manufacturing of your Major Design Project. Also make sure you discuss this aspect with your teacher

All the best with your Project
Colin

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Experiments-Do not throw them away

November 8, 2008 · Leave a Comment


Once the project starts you naturally will experiment with samples and materials. If after testing something does not work, do not throw away the samples!

Relevant test pieces and experiments also need to be documented and displayed to demonstrate processes you have undertaken.

A hand-written diary may seem  sometimes  as a low-tech approach but it is a very powerfull and useful tool in showing the development of your MDP.

good luck for 2009 HSC

Colin


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HSC Design and Technology eBook

January 6, 2008 · Leave a Comment

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-gHZLkOXlk

· What will you make for your Major Design Project?·

Are you wanting to achieve Top marks for your Design and Technology Major Design Project.·

If your Design and Technology Major Design Project is a Metalwork, Woodwork, Systems or a Environmental invention, our ebook will help maximise marks for your HSC, VCE,WACE or QCE.

Using the eBook you will discover
· Learn the  secrets to maximising your results at High School.
· Learn how to eliminate the “what am I going to make” dilemma.
· Learn how to “select the right project” for you.

· Learn how to avoid making the mistakes that other people have made” and improve your marks.

· Learn how to meet deadlines and maintain your motivation over the project period.
· This e book information is not available in any textbooks. It is based on a Design and Technology Teacher’s years of practical experience.

Available now for $19.95, order by going to www.designandtechhelp.com       or technology1@exemail.com.au. The eBook plus additional bonus spreadsheets will be emailed direct to you after you have forwarded your payment

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