Design and Technology

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Learning Outcomes

In Peicai, our students learn to:

Develop confidence, pride and tenacity through exploring real-world design opportunities for which ideas are developed	Cultivate creative thinking through doodling, sketching, drawing, and experimentation of prototype ideas using appropriate materials and tools	Explore one’s innate curiosity and ability to create, exercise judgements and make evidence-based decisions of a technological, aesthetic and economic nature.	Create through experiential and hands-on activities to develop problem solving and creative thinking skills

Department Programme/Highlights/ Student Outcomes

Curricular Programme:

D&T is a compulsory common curriculum subject taken at the lower secondary level. Peicai students with an interest and aptitude for the subject will be able to take D&T as an elective at the upper secondary level.

Students participate in collaborative discussions to cultivate creative thinking and innovation	Students applying knowledge of design, electronics and mechanism to create prototypes such as automatas, tealight holder and handphone stand.

The Design Camp (organized by Temasek Polytechnic School of Design) – 7 to 8 November 2024

The Sec 3 D&T students participated in The Design Camp on 7 to 8 November 2024. The, programme organized by Temasek Polytechnic’s School of Design, aimed at introducing secondary school students to various aspects of design and nurturing their creative potential. During the camp, participants

• Explored different design disciplines such as product design and visual communication.

• Engaged in hands-on workshops led by experienced design professionals

• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills through design challenges

• Learned about potential career paths in the design industry

• Experienced a taste of polytechnic life in a design-focused environment

Syllabus