BRIEF OUTLINE

Students will make use of the College’s newly refurbished and re-equipped facilities for DT. Students will work extensively with IT to become experts in Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing. The GCSE course will allow students to design and make high quality products using the Academy’s laser technology.

COURSE CONTENT

The course is delivered through 4 units

      - Unit 1 (30%) Developing and Applying Design Skills

      - Unit 2 (20%) Designing and Making Innovation Challenge

      - Unit 3 (30%) Making Testing and Marketing Products

      - Unit 4 (20%) Design Influences, written exam on iconic products, trend setters, design eras and design movements.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED

Portfolio (30%)

Controlled Assessment (50%)

Examination (20 %)  

WHY STUDY PRODUCT DESIGN

An important feature of Design and Technology is that it integrates naturally much of the experience of young people. In the development of a design task knowledge and skills from all subjects are combined with personal interests. Its emphasis is upon the world of artefacts and environments and the effects of technology upon society.

CURRICULUM LEADER:

R Vashak

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