AQA AS/A-Level Design and Technology: Product Design

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There is distinct content for each of the endorsed titles. Much of this content takes an endorsed approach to underlying core principles of design and technology. The examined content is assessed in components 01 and 02. The content for component 03/04, the iterative design project, is more generic but specific application will be determined by the focus of the endorsed title selected: Design for manufacturing, maintenance, repair and disposal Manufacture, repair, maintenance and disposal Content Assessment consists of both a designed and made project, and an examination in either fashion and textiles or product design. Design Engineering (H004) focuses on engineered and electronic products/systems with their analysis in respect of: In year 12 opportunities will be given to practice crucial coursework skills including workload management, sketching and visual communication techniques, modelling, research skills, product analysis, creative designing and some practical skills. Knowledge will also be built on topics such as manufacturing processes theory, materials and their properties and relevant mathematical concepts. Students will apply these skills and knowledge through small projects, tasks and exam questions.

Apply their knowledge, understanding and skills of designing and manufacturing prototypes and products to given situations and problems Demonstrate their higher thinking skills to solve problems and evaluate situations and suitability of design solutions. development and are communicated through a variety of methods and techniques which are mostly appropriate. Published 22 September 2016 | PDF | 1.1 MB 3.1 Technical principles Materials and their applicationsDesign and technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. The Eduqas Design and Technology A Level encourages learners to use creativity and imagination when applying iterative design processes to develop and modify designs, and to design and make prototypes that solve real world problems, considering their own and others’ needs, wants, aspirations and values.

Undertake case studies to demonstrate their understanding of wider social, moral and environmental issues that impact on the design and manufacturing industries.

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demonstrating an excellent understanding of material properties to ensure excellent quality prototype(s) that are fit for purpose. the development of products; Art and Design (section ‘Design communication’) and History (section ‘Design Theory’). This Students must undertake a substantial design and make task and produce a final prototype based on a context and design brief developed by the student. Taking the task

manufacturing allows for further development of design proposals and which may not enable the made outcome to be achieved in a realistic Oneofthebestwaysistojusttakenoticeofyoursurroundings,lookatproductsaroundyouandaskyourselfthefollowingquestions: Product Design (H006) focuses on consumer products and applications, and their analysis in respect of: We provide a range of digital resources for both learners and educators, including A Level Design and Technology past papers, digital teaching resources and training events. You can access these, along with the A Level Design and Technology specification, using the menu above.Ifyoudontunderstandaprocesse.gdiecastingthenifyoutypetheprocessintoyoutubetherearealwaysreallygoodvideosonit,personallyifindwatchingsomethingmucheasiertounderstandthanwhenitiswrittendown How technology and cultural changes can impact on the work of designers Socio economic influences Content The A Level Design and Technology specification is designed to develop learners’ subject knowledge, including how a product can be developed through the stages of prototyping, realisation and commercial manufacture.

To enable students to develop the industry standard skills they need for visual communication and virtual testing students are expected to work through an additional CAD course independently, which runs alongside the A-level.In our modern and developing Design and Technology facilities, you'll apply technical skills to test and create 3D models of products through various design approaches including hand sketching, CAD and 3D model making including laser cutting and 3D printing. Demonstrate their technical knowledge of materials, product functionality, manufacturing processes and techniques specification content and other subject areas such as Computer Science (section ‘The use of computer systems’ Students demonstrate their ability to critically analyse a current product in relation to a given context and propose realistic improvements or adaptations in response to the needs of stakeholders. They design and develop further iterations of it, enabling them to fully appreciate how the life-cycle of a product is reviewed, developed and extended for the relevant marketplace to their endorsed title. There is distinct content for each of endorsed titles, covering underlying core principles of design and technology. The examined content is assessed in components 01. The content for the product development, component 02/03, is more generic but specific application will be determined by the focus of the endorsed title selected: