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Graphic Communication Topics

2D graphic communication

3D and pictorial graphic communication

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Structure of the N5 Course

Assignment

Practical task which is worth 33% of the overall marks (40 marks)

Exam

Written exam which is worth 67% of the overall marks (80 marks)

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The assignment (N5)

An 8 hour practical task completed under exam conditions during February and early March. Deadline will be middle of March.

It is completed in class time.

It has three areas covering preliminary, production and promotional graphics.

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The Exam

Date: tbc

SQA release the exam dates on Thursday 5 September

Timings:

N5: 2 hours

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Structure of the N5 Exam

The question paper has one section and gives pupils the opportunity to demonstrate skills, knowledge and understanding relating to:

Computer-aided design techniques
Graphic items in specific situations
Manual and electronic methods of graphic communication
Spatial awareness
Drawing standards, protocols and conventions
Use of colours, layout and presentation techniques

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How to be successful in �Graphic Communication

Structured and regular revision to consolidate your knowledge. Regular attempts at SQA past paper questions.

Ensure all deadlines are met in regards to practical coursework.

Attend supported study on offer in the department. Speak to your teacher for more information.

Use Google Classroom resources to help you study throughout the year.

Download a free version of Inventor to use at home. Ask Ms Tait for a letter to download the education version. Pupils can use the computers in the department if they don’t have access at home.

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Useful Resources

SQA website – past papers, marking instructions and understanding standards resources - https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47459.html

Google Classroom – all resources are posted on Google Classroom

Achieve - https://achieve.hashtag-learning.co.uk/accounts/login/

BBC Bitesize

N5: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/znpy4wx