You will learn about different manufacturing techniques from traditional hand tools to modern process using CADCAM; which will include using CAD software called 2D Design, to draw and design, and CAM hardware called the laser cutter, to manufacture products.

You will also learn about different materials (Pine, MDF and Plywood) and different mechanisms (Drop cams, leavers and linkages).

If you want to look at these topics before the lesson BBC Bitesize and Technology Student both have information on the following topics; Isometric drawing, CAD and CAD modelling, product analysis, designers (other than Charles Rennie Mackintosh), materials, evaluating, mechanisms, material finishes and generating design ideas.

In addition to these websites we use the following books too CGP GCSE AQA Design and Technology book (which is blue) and the PG Online AQA GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology Book.

-Analysing and evaluating existing products
-High level design skills using through drawing and annotation
-Hand embroidery skills
-Sewing machine operation and manufacturing skills.
-Properties of materials (felt, wool, polyester)
-Decorative techniques (applique, buttons sequins)
-Accuracy and using templates
-Cutting, pinning and marking out
-Evaluating and reflecting on practical skills

You will need to understand how to assemble your product using different assembly methods. The design will need to combine wood and plastic, and must be able to hold one or more electronic product (phone, watch and/or head phones).

If you want to look at these topics before the lesson BBC Bitesize and Technology Student both have information on the following topics; Isometric drawing, CAD and CAD modelling, product analysis, designers, materials, joining methods, evaluating, material finishes, generating design ideas and using microcontrollers.

In addition to these websites we use the following books too, CGP GCSE AQA Design and Technology book (which is blue) and the PG Online AQA GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology Book.

You will learn how to operate the sewing machine independently, setting it up and sewing using technical skills.

Key skills that you will learn:

-Abstract design skills
-Using fabric paints skilfully
-Sewing machine operation and technical manufacturing skills.
-Isometric drawing skills
-Electronic components and soldering
-Using hand tools to cut out and finish the lamp stand.
-Cutting, ironing and marking out with accuracy
-Evaluating and reflecting on practical skills

You will learn about different manufacturing techniques from soldering to CNC routers, plus other modern process using CADCAM; which will include using CAD software called TechSoft Design, to draw and manufacture the speaker case using the laser cutter and you will use SketchUp to produce a 3D CAD visual of the speaker case.

You will also learn about different materials and components, including plywood, resistors, capacitors, 8 pin chip and LEDs.

If you want to look at these topics before the lesson BBC Bitesize and Technology Student both have information on the following topics; electronic systems, work of other designers and companies, manufacturing techniques, origins of materials and inclusive design.

In addition to these websites we use the following books too CGP GCSE AQA Design and Technology book (which is blue) and the PG Online AQA GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology Book.

Key skills that you will learn:
-Analysing and evaluating existing products
-High level design skills using through drawing and annotation
-Hand embroidery skills
-Sewing machine operation and manufacturing skills.
-Properties of materials (felt, wool, polyester)
-Decorative techniques (applique, buttons sequins)
-Accuracy and using templates
-Cutting, pinning and marking out
-Evaluating and reflecting on practical skills

Learning covered during this practical project are;
Developing practical skills gained at KS3.
Looking at how to make a quality product by hand.
Using orthographic drawings and develop 2D and 3D CAD skills.

Learning covered during this practical project are;
Exploring other designs.
3D hand drawing skills.
2D and 3D CAD skills.
Developing modelling skills using card.
Using the laser cutter to make complex items

A chance to showcase talent

A chance to showcase talent

A chance to showcase talent

A chance to showcase talent