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    L3DIT L3 Digital Technology 18 credits Yr: 13
    1 externally assessed Achievement Standard and 3 internally assessed Achievement Standards (minimum 16 credits). This is a university approved subject.
    Costs:
    $40
    Prerequisites:
    Level 2 Digital Technology is recommended.
    Students should demonstrate strong independence, self-management, problem-solving ability, and a commitment to completing a substantial development project.
    Students are encouraged to have access to a Windows or Mac laptop.
    Learning Strategies:
    Level 3 Digital Technology provides students with the opportunity to work in a manner similar to professional software developers and game designers.
    Students may choose to continue developing advanced games using pre-existing platform knowledge, or pursue a development pathway using another programming language, engine, or technology platform that aligns with their interests and career aspirations.
    Examples may include:
    - Lua
    - Python
    - JavaScript
    - C#
    - Godot
    - Unity
    - Web Development Technologies
    Students will independently manage a significant development project while applying industry-standard design, development, testing, and evaluation processes.
    Main Areas of Study:
    Students will research, design, develop, test, and evaluate a substantial digital outcome.
    Possible projects may include:
    - Advanced game development projects
    - Software applications
    - Interactive websites
    - Simulations
    - Educational tools
    - Business solutions
    Key learning areas include:
    - Advanced programming concepts
    - Software development methodologies
    - User-centred design
    - Project management
    - Testing and quality assurance
    - Documentation and evaluation
    - Ethical and legal considerations in digital technologies
    Students will produce a significant portfolio of evidence demonstrating their ability to create sophisticated digital outcomes while managing a project from initial concept through to final implementation.
    This course provides excellent preparation for university study and careers in software engineering, game development, computer science, information systems, digital media, and related technology fields.