Design and Technology (Product Design)

Course summary

A creative course introducing students to a range of designing, modelling, and manufacturing skills and techniques. Students will develop a design solution to a problem that they have identified. You will carry out a research portfolio to develop and design a product of your choice. As part of the course students will build up a knowledge of materials and production techniques used within the world of industry. You will gain an understanding of how products are manufactured and why they are made in the way they are. You will explore ways in which designers are influenced and develop an understanding of how designs have developed and changed to fit in with the demands of society and the environment to create a positive future. During you’re a Level you will work in an area of your choice, preferably an area that is your strength, such as wood, metals or polymers, with the opportunity to add electronics or mechanisms. You will incorporate the skills you have developed in your GCSE to generate designs, prototypes to solve design problems and create a high quality outcome. This is an opportunity to challenge yourself to make a product that is professional and saleable.