Technology
Design and Technology will enable students to think creatively and imaginatively to enable them to design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts. It is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject which encourages students to consider their own wants and needs, as well as those of others. Design and Technology makes links with many other areas of the curriculum such as Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Computing and Art. Pupils learn how to become resourceful in transferring their knowledge and skills across these areas.
L Maddison HOD
S Brooksby DT
M Hubbard DT and Engineering
H Parker Food and Nutrition
J Morris Food and Textiles
K Varnham DT technician
D Marriott Food and Textiles technician
M Reynard TA
N Patterson TA
Curriculum Plan
Year 7
Mini Torch |
Basic understanding of health and safety in the workshop alongside an introduction to electronics and electronic components. |
Practical assessment. |
Identity tags |
Introduction to metalwork skills, testing a range of metals and using different techniques to cut, shape and finish them in to an end product. |
Practical assessment. |
Passive amplifier |
Use of hand tools as well as workshop equipment to shape and finish man made boards and natural timbers. Learning more about the working properties of materials. |
Practical assessment. |
Tie dye cushion |
Introduction to the textiles room, learning how to use a sewing machine and also hand sewing techniques such as threading a needle, sewing on a button and tacking. Pupils will learn how to tie dye and applique. |
Design based assessment. Practical assessment. |
Food Skills |
Through a range of practical and written tasks pupils will learn more about the main food groups and how to eat and plan balanced meals. They will learn a range of practical skills including how to use the grill, how and oven and how to use sharp knives safely. |
Practical assessments. Formal Test |
Year 8
Storage |
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Formal Test |
Earphone wrap |
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Formal Test |
Pugglie |
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Formal Test |
Nutrition |
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Formal Test |
Homework and support
Homework will be set via ShowMyHomework and will comprise of a range of tasks to support the learning that is done in the lessons. Tests and spelling tests may also be set via show my homework and food ingredients will also be placed on there each week.
GSCE DT – EDEXCEL 9-1
Component 1 |
Main theory for the course:
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50 %
1 hour 45 minute exam
100 marks |
Component 2 |
Practical Theory for the course:
This is a design and make portfolio based on a contextual challenge released by the exam board the year before they begin. |
50 %
NEA
100 Marks
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GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition
Component 1 |
Main theory for the course:
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50 %
1 hour 45 minute exam
100 marks |
Component 2 |
Task 1 – food investigation 30 marks
Students' understanding of the working characteristics, functional and chemical properties of ingredients.
Task 2 – food preparation assessment 70 marks
Students' knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to the planning, preparation, cooking, presentation of food and application of nutrition related to the chosen task. Students will prepare, cook and present a final menu of three dishes within a single period of no more than 3 hours, planning in advance how this will be achieved.
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50 %
NEA
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WJEC Designing the built Environment (Construction)
Component 1 |
Planning potential of construction projects
The purpose of this unit is for learners to develop the skills needed to report on the potential of a proposed construction project. Learning about the planning process, land and project requirements.
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30 hours – Externally assessed Assignment |
Component 2 |
Drawing construction plans
The purpose of this unit is for learners to develop the skills needed to use computer software In order to present drawings of construction designs. Students will design buildings and present drawings in 2D design and google sketch up.
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60 hours Internally assessed Assignment |
Component 3 |
Building structures and materials
The purpose of this unit is for learners to draw on their learning related to planning potential and design of construction projects and new learning from this unit, to review options for the structures and materials need to realise construction projects. Learning about a variety of materials used in the construction industry.
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30 hours internally assessed Assignment |
Homework and support
Homework will be set via ShowMyHomework and will comprise of tasks related to learning from the lesson, theory revision and online exam questions.
Revision sessions and after school catch up is run every Tuesday for DT and construction in F26 and Food in B16 3.15 until 4.15.
Year 12 students will study Edexcel AS and A levelDesign and Technology - Product Design
Component 1 |
Principles of Design and Technology
Topic 1: Materials Topic 2: Performance characteristics of materials Topic 3: Processes and techniques Topic 4: Digital technologies Topic 5: Factors influencing the development of products Topic 6: Effects of technological developments Topic 7: Potential hazards and risk assessment Topic 8: Features of manufacturing industries Topic 9: Designing for maintenance and the cleaner environment Topic 10: Current legislation Topic 11: Information handling, Modelling and forward planning Topic 12: Further processes and techniques. |
Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes 50% of the qualification 120 marks |
Component 2 |
NEA – Independent design and Make project
Part 1: Identifying and outlining possibilities for design Identification and investigation of a design possibility, investigation of client/end user needs, wants and values, research and production of a specification o Part 2: Designing a prototype Design ideas, development of design idea, final design solution, review of development and final design and communication of design ideas o Part 3: Making a final prototype Design, manufacture and realisation of a final prototype, including tools and equipment and quality and accuracy o Part 4: Evaluating own
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Non-examined assessment 50% of the qualification 120 marks
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Year 13 students will study
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering
Unit 1 |
Engineering principles
This unit covers the mathematical and physical science principals of engineering. It will help pupils to solve electrical, electronic and mechanical based engineering problems.
Topics
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2 hour external exam
80 marks |
Unit 2 |
Delivery of Engineering processes safely as a team
Learners explore how processes are undertaken to create an engineered product.
Learners will carryout a range of engineering process including casting, turning, brazing, filing and finishing to make a hacksaw as a team. They will focus on QC and human factors throughout this.
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60 hours internally assessed assignment. |
Unit 3 |
Engineering product design and manufacture
Learners will explore engineering product design and manufacturing processes and will complete activities that consider function, sustainability, materials, form and other factors.
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120 hours internally assessed assignment. |
Unit 10 |
Computer Aided Design in Engineering
Learners develop two-dimensional (2D) detailed drawings and three-dimensional (3D) models using a computer-aided design (CAD) system.
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60 hours internally assessed assignment. |
Homework and support
Computing revision is on Tuesday and Thursday 3-4 in F33