HSC Design and TechnologyPractice Examination 8

This paper covers

• Section A — 10 multiple-choice items spanning design factors, design processes, project management (Gantt charts, statements of intent), quality control vs assurance, sustainability/circular design, environmental impact and the factors behind successful innovation — ~10 marks
• Section B — four short-answer items (2, 3, 4, 6) on the statement of intent, designer collaboration, financial/resource management and the long-term environmental impact of material/energy choices, PLUS a 15-mark extended response evaluating an emerging technology's impact on Australian society and lifestyle — ~30 marks
• Whole-course coverage across Core 1 (Designing & Producing) and Core 2 (Innovation & Emerging Technologies); scenario spine: sustainable furniture / built-environment MDP and a smart-home renewable-energy innovation case study — 40 marks total

Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.

This is an ATARMAxxing practice paper. It is not an official examination and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by the VCAA, NESA or the QCAA.