Design and Technology (Product Design)

Course summary

Design and Technology A level is a broad course which enables students to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of areas. A main focus of the course is design skills for the future: Student’s will be able to recognise design needs and develop an understanding of how current global issues, including integrating technology, impacts on today’s world. In order to do this they will need knowledge of materials, processes, technological developments and social and moral aspects of design. As part of the course student’s will: -Use creativity and imagination -Identify market needs and opportunities for new products -Work collaboratively to develop and refine their ideas -Gain an insight into the creative, engineering and/or manufacturing industries -Develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of materials, components and processes -Be able to make informed design decisions -Be able to work safely and skilfully to produce high-quality prototypes -Have a critical understanding of the wider influences on design and technology Year 12 In year 12 students focus on skill building developing design strategies and also practical skills. Improving their knowledge of materials and processes. Year 13 In year 13 pupils focus on the contextual challenges, this give you the freedom to take design risks and innovate in a situation where it is safe to test and refine ideas. They will design for a client and understand how to meet the needs.