Bradfield School has achieved Scientific Engineering status from September 2007. As a consequence there are exciting times ahead involving the purchase of new equipment and materials. Design & Technology will benefit considerably from this with new CAD/CAM facilities and custom built rooms. Already students are benefiting from 2 state of the art CAD/CAM machines (Router and Miller), a laser cutter, computerised and computer controlled sewing machines and a refitted Food Technology room.
PRODUCT DESIGN
.....an exciting course designed to equip students for todays lifestyle.
So what do you want to be?
If your answer is....... Civil Engineer, Architect, Mechanical Engineer, Nutritionist, Electronic Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Dietician, Aeronautics Engineer, Control/Robotics Engineer, Food Technologist, Car Designer, Structural Engineer, Graphics Designer, Inventor, Food Product Developer …etc
Product Design builds on work completed in KS3. A range of Key Skills are covered by Product Design:
Communication
Application of number
Information Technology
Working with others
Problem Solving
Improving own learning and performance
These key skills enable students to perform well in education and in later life.
COURSE CONTENT
The Product Design course covers a broad range of materials. In Y10 students will work on a rota basis exploring a wide range of media which could include CAD/CAM, Electronics, Food, Graphics, Resistant Materials & Textiles
The coursework project in Y11 enables students to specialise in one area. This project integrates all the various skills and knowledge necessary to produce a worthwhile outcome. As the level of skill and knowledge varies from candidate to candidate, with “many ways” to produce a solution, Product Design is suitable for all abilities.
Whilst completing the project, students should consider the whole product from initial ideas, through prototypes, manufacturing, packaging and marketing, and environmental issues.
Students should also use a wide range of ICT techniques.
ASSESSMENT
All assessment is carried out in Y11. Candidates are required to submit a concise design folio, approximately 20 pages of A3 or 40 pages of A4, together with a 3D product or outcome. This project is worth 60% of the final marks and lasts 40 hours. There is one tiered terminal exam worth 40% of the final marks.
Higher Tier grades A* - D
Foundation Tier Grades C– G
Each exam is 2 hours long.
Well then!
Design & Technology “Product Design “ will be an enjoyable learning experience and will provide you with a fantastic foundation for your future career or further education at College or University.
Departmental Staff Members:
Curriculum Leader / Subject Leader: Mr P Johansson
Teaching Staff: Mrs B Minards, Mr T Barber, Mrs N Eyre, Mrs S Booth, Ms J Calow