QCE DesignPractice Examination 3

This paper covers

• Human-centred design (Unit 3) — inclusive and universal design principles
• Sustainable design (Unit 4) — redesign for social, economic and ecological sustainability
• Divergent thinking strategies — fluency, flexibility and originality in idea generation
• Design criteria construction and application
• Life cycle thinking and circular economy frameworks applied to play equipment
• Schematic and ideation sketching conventions
• Stakeholder empathy and needs analysis for children with mixed physical abilities
• Cultural and ethical considerations in public playground design
• Australian standards and regulation relevant to playground equipment (AS 4685 series)
• Evaluating trade-offs and implications in sustainable redesign

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.