Design and Technology (Product Design)

Course summary

During year 12 year, through project work we will focus on developing your designing and making skills to a higher level, including the use of CADCAM as well as using more traditional graphics and workshop equipment. You will then start a challenging design and make project which will be completed in year 13 for the NEA. In addition to the practical coursework, Principles of Design and Technology will be covered. These principles are covered in the following topics: • 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.