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Home
Co-Curricular D&T Activities
Making a Site
Procreate App - Tutorials
CAD - Onshape
Onshape - Extrude
Onshape - Extrude (Remove)
Onshape - Extrude (Symmetrical)
Onshape - Extrude (Surface / Next)
Onshape - Extrude (Draft)
Onshape - Revolve
Onshape - Revolve (Subtract)
Onshape - Revolve (Surface)
Onshape - Loft
Onshape - Sweep
Onshape - Fillet (Round)
Onshape - Chamfer
Onshape - Shell
Onshape - Planes
Onshape - Offset Surface
Onshape - Patterns
Onshape - Sketch tools
SketchUp
Websites of interest
Sandbox Resin poured lamp
What you will do
Designing
Manufacture
Examples
Rugby Learner Profile in D&T
Resilient
Reflective
Versatile
Inquisitive & Investigative
Communicators & Collaborators
Globally Minded
Scholars
Scholarship Assessment Task
Scholarship Assessment Task 2024
Scholars Design Opportunity
Scholarship Assessment Task 2025
Scholarship Assessment Task 2025 ideas
Scholarship Assessment 2025 Design Ideas & Modelling
Inktober House Competition
D&T Library
EAL Support in English
EAL Support in Thai
EAL Support in Korean
EAL Support in Chinese
EAL Support in Japanese
EAL Support in Russian
Competitions
F Block
Resin Poured Lamp Project
Website Design
Design Brief (Lamp)
Research & Inspiration (Lamp)
Design Ideas Lamp (Paper & Markers)
Student examples Resin Poured Table Lamp (2D Blue pencil)
Student example of Website sketching page
Berry Website page
Design Ideas Lamp (Procreate)
Design Ideas Resin Poured Lamp (Student examples)
Foam Modelling Lamp
Development of an Idea Lamp
Transition to Onshape
3D CAD Modelling (Onshape)
Creating an orthographic drawing
Creating an Exploded Drawing
Creating a Drawing of the Base
Resin Poured Lamp Making your Mould
Adding a simple LED and Switch
Resin Poured Mosquito Coil Holder
Website Design
Design Brief (Mosquito Coil)
Research & Inspiration (Mosquito Coil)
Design Ideas (Paper & Markers)
Student example Design Ideas
Design Ideas (Procreate)
Design Ideas (Procreate) Student Examples
Foam Modelling
Development of an Idea
How to Insert a Foam Model Photo
Manipulate a Photo in Procreate
How to Erase parts of a photo in Procreate
Final Design in 2pt Perspective
Onshape Modelling
Diary of Manufacture
Diary of Manufacture (Student examples)
Final Photographs
Evaluation
Poster
Resin Poured Tea Light
2D Symmetrical Sketching
Thick and Thin lines
Design Ideas (Resin river & shaping)
Rendering wood grain
2 Point Perspective sketching - Final design idea F Block
Onshape virtual modelling
USB Lifestyle Hub
F Block S
F Block T
USB Lantern
Onshape modelling
USB Lantern Working Drawings
Adobe Photoshop
Digital sketching (Procreate)
Research examples - Inspiration
Zentangle Research examples
Design History examples
Zentangle design
Final Design Wooden panels
Final Design examples
Electives information
F Block Sites 2022/23
Additional things
F Block Sites 2022/23
E Block
Sketching
Sketching - 2D Basic Shapes
Sketching Student examples (Basic Shapes)
Sketching - 2D Hand Held Whisks
Sketching Student examples (Handwhisk)
Hand Mixers (Advanced)
2D Kettle Concept Design Ideas
Digital Sketching - 2D Hand Held Whisks
Digital sketching - Kettle Concept Ideas
Extension Tasks - 3D marker rendering
Assessment Task 1
Assessment Task 2
Sketching - 2 Point Perspective
Sketching - Cylinders & Elliptical forms
Assessment Task 3 - 2 Point Perspective Combined forms
3D rendering
Design Ideas & Modelling (E Block)
Coffee Pod Project Tasks
Onshape - Modelling a coffee machine
E Block Onshape Lessons
E Block - Modelling a Coffee Machine
Sketching Composition Design Ideas
Design Ideas Concepts - Coffee Pod Machine
3D CAD - Onshape (GHJ)
Onshape Settings
Onshape Fundamentals
Independent Learning
Creating an Exploded Drawing
Creating an orthographic drawing
Exporting DXF for laser cutting
Exporting 3MF for 3D Printing
Rendering and AR with Shapr3D
3D CAD - Onshape
Basic 2D shapes into 3D - Revolve feature
Blok
Lego Person (5X scale) E Block
Lego Minifigures Materials
Lego Minifgures Manufacture
Example Lego Figure manufacture (E block)
Reverse Engineering Onshape tutorials
Stationery items mini project
Mock Examination
Bluetooth Amplifier and Speaker Project
Bluetooth Amplifier and Speaker Components
Bluetooth Amplifier and Speaker Project Design Ideas
Coursework major project
Guidance Documents IGCSE
Exemplar Major Projects
Starting Points for Major projects
Identification of Problem
Identification of Projects Chat GPT
Identification of Problem Student examples
Identification of Problem (Refined)
Design Brief
Problem Analysis
Research Plan
Gantt chart Timeplan
Research - Existing Solutions (Primary)
Research - Existing Solutions (Secondary)
Client / User group interview
Summary of Research
Design Specification
Inspiration / Mood / User board
Early Concept ideas
Design Ideas
Sketching Composition for Design Ideas
Design Ideas - How to generate
MidJourney
Evaluation of Design Ideas
Development of an Idea
Modelling
Foam Modelling (Major Project)
Final Design Concept
Manufacturing Specification
CAD (Onshape)
Planning - Plan of Manufacture
Planning - Manufacture Plan
Methods of Manufacture
Planning - Materials List & Construction
Diary / Evidence of CAD
Working /. Engineering Drawing
Exploded Drawings
BOM Drawings & Cutting Lists
Planning - Diary of Manufacture
AR Modelling
Renderings & AR
Manufacture & Finishing
Assembly of Parts
Evaluation & Testing
Final Photos
Marketing your product
SWOT Analysis
Performance Specification
D Block
Major Project Guidance documents
Exemplar Major Projects
Syllabus
Textbook
IGCSE Theory
IGCSE Syllabus
Introduction to the Course
Getting started
Health & Safety
Design & Technology in Society
Social, Environmental & Economic issues
Designers, Artisans and Technologists
Human Needs
Use of Technology
Environment & Sustainability
Exam papers
Examination Paper 1
Examination Paper 3
Examination Paper 1 other territories
Design Ideas
Subject Specific Words
iGCSE - Paper 1
Part a
Part b
Part c
Part d
Part e
Part f
Part g
iGCSE - Paper 3
3.1 Types of materials and their properties
3.2 Smart materials
3.3 Plastics
3.4 Woods
3.5 Composite materials
3.6 Metals
3.7 Preparation of materials
3.8 Measuring and marking out
3.9 Shaping Materials
3.9 Wasting
3.9 - casting activity
3.9 Fabrication in wood and metals
3.9 Fabrication in polymers / fittings / glues
3.10 Joining and assembly
3.11 Finishes
Quizzes
LXX
Sketching
Foam modelling
Modelling
Foam Modelling (LXX)
Digital Sketching
Coursework NEA Major Project
Wood Joints
Lego Man
Example Lego Figure manufacture
LXX Summer Work
A Level (CAIE)
Specification / Syllabus
A Level (CAIE) Paper 1 (AS)
Understanding the Examination Paper 1 (CAIE)
Structured Questions
Design Modification Questions
Design Modification Questions
Design Modification Question 1
Design Modification Question 2
Design Modification Question 3
Design Modification Question 4
Design Modification Question 5
Design Modification Question 6
Design Modification Question 7
Design Modification Question 8
Design Modification Question 9
Design Modification Question 10
Design Modification Case Study examples
Wider issues in D&T Extended Response
Extended Response Questions
1 The design process
1.1 Approaches to designing
1.2 Stages in design thinking
1.3 Analysis of products
1.4 stages in the design process
2 Design principles
2.1 The concept of a good design
2.2 The influence of design movements on the design of products
CAIE Design Movements 1890 - 1945
CAIE Design movements 1945 - present
CAIE Key Designers
Question 1 the influence of Design Movements
Question 2 the influence of Design Movements
Question 3 the influence of Design Movements
Question 4 the influence of Design Movements
Question 5 the influence of Design Movements
Question 6 the influence of Design Movements
Question 7 the influence of Design Movements
Question 8 the influence of Design Movements
Question 9 the influence of Design Movements
Question 10 the influence of Design Movements
2.3 The impact of external factors on the design of new products
CAIE Design History & Socioeconomics
3 Communication
3.1 Presentation techniques
3.2 Enhancement techniques
3.3 Developments (nets)
3.4 First and third angle orthographic working drawings
3.5 Planning drawings
3.6 The use of digital technology to communicate
4 Design and technology in society
4.1 The impact of D&T
4.2 Inclusive and exclusive design
5 Sustainable design
6 Health and safety
7 Aesthetics and ergonomics
8 Materials and components
8.1 Papers and Boards
8.2 Modelling materials
8.3 Woods
8.4 Metals
8.5 Polymers
8.6 Composite materials
8.7 Smart materials
8.8 Modern materials
8.9 Biodegradable materials
8.10 Components
8.11 Material properties
9 Stages in materials processing
10 Materials processing
10.1 Wastage
10.2 forming
10.3 addition
10.4 Finishing
10.5 Printing
11 Energy and control systems
12 Technology
Mock Exam Preparation
CAIE AS level Past Papers (One)
D&T Vocabulary List
A Level (CAIE) Paper 2 (A2)
13 Industrial Practices
14 Business and commercial practices
15 Quantity Production
16 Materials Processing in Industry
Shaping
Forming
Redistribution Methods
Redistribution Methods 2
Wasting
Fabrication
Joining Materials
Material Enhancement
Printing and CYMK
Material Finishes
17 Quality Systems
18 Digital Technology
Paper 3 Past Papers
Understanding the Examination
Mock Paper 3 Preparation
Understanding Paper 3
Understanding Q1
CAIE P2 - Q1 Hangbord
CAIE P2 - Q1 Device holder
CAIE P2 - Q1 USB Lamp
Understanding Q2-5
Understanding Q6
A Level (CAIE) Product Improvement project (AS)
Product improvement starting points
A Level (CAIE) Assessment Criteria 1
Product improvement - Ergonomic Keyboards
Product improvement - Ergonomic Mouse
Product improvement Dyson AIrblade
1. Identifying and analysing a product for improvement
Human Factors Analysis
2. Identifying one area for improvement
3. Clarifying the design situation or need and generating ideas
4. Developing the design and planning
Developing the Design & Planning Marking Criteria
5. Producing a prototype to demonstrate the improvement
Producing a Prototype Assessment Criteria
6. Testing and evaluating the improvement
Testing and evaluating the improvement marking criteria
Student Exemplar Projects
LXX CAD - Onshape
Setting up an Onshape account
Extrude
Blok
Revolve
Reverse Engineering
D&T Vocabulary List P2
A Level (CAIE) Major Project (A2)
1.Identifying a situation or need - design brief and design spec
1. Assessment Criteria
Product Ideas with manufacturing in quantity considerations
A Level Major Project Identification of Design Need or Situation
A Level Major Project Rationale
A level Major Project Research Plan
A Level Major Project Research
A Level Major Project Existing Products Primary
A level Major Project Existing Products Secondary
A Level Major Project Client / User group interview
A Level Major Project Design Brief
A Level Major Project Design Specification
2. Generating and appraising design ideas leading to a design proposal
2. Assessment Criteria
A Level Major Project Human Factors Analysis
3 Developing the product and planning for making
3. Assessment Criteria
4 Realising the product
4. Assessment Criteria
5 Testing and evaluating the product
5. Assessment Criteria
6 Planning for manufacturing a product in quantity
6. Assessment Criteria
Display Poster
Product & Industrial Design Display Boards
Speaker Design
XX
Major Project
Exemplar folders
Thumbnail sketches
Marking criteria for Coursework
Theory paper 1
Syllabus Specification
Industrial visits
BMW manufacturing Nove 2022
OLD A level Coursework
Exemplar Projects
Coursework Guidance Documents
Starting Points for projects
A level Theory
Responsible Design
Technology and cultural change
Design Theory
4D Printing of Adidas Running Shoe
Exam technique
Maths Skills
1.2 Working with formulae and equations
2.1 Ratios and scaling of lengths, area and volume
2.3 Working with percentages
Calculating surface areas and volumes
3.1 Properties and areas of two-dimensional shapes
3.2 Surface area of three-dimensional objects
3.3 Volume of three-dimensional objects
3.4 Density and mass of three-dimensional objects
Trigonometry
4.1 Pythagoras
4.2 Sine, cosine and tangent
4.3 Sine and cosine rules
Use and analysis of data, charts and graphs
5.1 Presenting data
5.2 Statistics
5.3 Group data, estimates, modal class and histograms
5.4 Presenting market and user data
5.6 Interpret statistical analyses to determine user needs
Coordinates and geometry
6.2 Present accurate two-dimensional and three-dimensional drawings
Anthropometrics and probability
7.1 Use data related to human scale and proportion
7.2 Understand dimensional variations in mass-produced components
7.3 Probability of defects in batches and reliability
Science Skills
Sketching techniques & skills
Blue pencil sketching
2D Sketching & Centre lines
Weight of Line
Thick & Thin lines
Fine line pen
Marker Rendering
Marker Wash (Flat)
Marker Wash (Depth)
Marker Render ( with light)
Rendering
Rendering wood grain
Sketching Composition
Shadows
2 Point Perspective sketching
Isometric sketching
Orthographic drawings
Exploded views & sketching
3D Elliptical forms
Thumbnail sketching
Flow arrows
Card models
Foam modelling
Sketching using photo underlays
Advanced Sketching
Advanced sketching challenges
Advanced sketching links
Student Websites
F Block Websites 2024/25
F-Q Block Websites 2024/25
F-R Block Websites 2024/25
F-S Block Websites 2024/25
F-T Block Websites 2024/25
F Block Websites 2023/24
F-T Websites 2023/4
F-R Websites 2023/4
F-Q Websites 2023/4
F-S Websites 2023/4
E Block Websites 2023/25
E Block Websites
F Block Sites
F Block S 2022/23
F Block R 2022/23
F Block T 2022/23
F Block Q 2022/23
D Block Sites
D Block Sites 2023/24
Student Websites
A-Level Sites
LXX 24/25
XX 2024/25
Student site archive
24 / 25 Leavers Sites
23 / 24 Leavers SItes
Rugby School Thailand Design & Technology Senior School
Home
Co-Curricular D&T Activities
Making a Site
Procreate App - Tutorials
CAD - Onshape
Onshape - Extrude
Onshape - Extrude (Remove)
Onshape - Extrude (Symmetrical)
Onshape - Extrude (Surface / Next)
Onshape - Extrude (Draft)
Onshape - Revolve
Onshape - Revolve (Subtract)
Onshape - Revolve (Surface)
Onshape - Loft
Onshape - Sweep
Onshape - Fillet (Round)
Onshape - Chamfer
Onshape - Shell
Onshape - Planes
Onshape - Offset Surface
Onshape - Patterns
Onshape - Sketch tools
SketchUp
Websites of interest
Sandbox Resin poured lamp
What you will do
Designing
Manufacture
Examples
Rugby Learner Profile in D&T
Resilient
Reflective
Versatile
Inquisitive & Investigative
Communicators & Collaborators
Globally Minded
Scholars
Scholarship Assessment Task
Scholarship Assessment Task 2024
Scholars Design Opportunity
Scholarship Assessment Task 2025
Scholarship Assessment Task 2025 ideas
Scholarship Assessment 2025 Design Ideas & Modelling
Inktober House Competition
D&T Library
EAL Support in English
EAL Support in Thai
EAL Support in Korean
EAL Support in Chinese
EAL Support in Japanese
EAL Support in Russian
Competitions
F Block
Resin Poured Lamp Project
Website Design
Design Brief (Lamp)
Research & Inspiration (Lamp)
Design Ideas Lamp (Paper & Markers)
Student examples Resin Poured Table Lamp (2D Blue pencil)
Student example of Website sketching page
Berry Website page
Design Ideas Lamp (Procreate)
Design Ideas Resin Poured Lamp (Student examples)
Foam Modelling Lamp
Development of an Idea Lamp
Transition to Onshape
3D CAD Modelling (Onshape)
Creating an orthographic drawing
Creating an Exploded Drawing
Creating a Drawing of the Base
Resin Poured Lamp Making your Mould
Adding a simple LED and Switch
Resin Poured Mosquito Coil Holder
Website Design
Design Brief (Mosquito Coil)
Research & Inspiration (Mosquito Coil)
Design Ideas (Paper & Markers)
Student example Design Ideas
Design Ideas (Procreate)
Design Ideas (Procreate) Student Examples
Foam Modelling
Development of an Idea
How to Insert a Foam Model Photo
Manipulate a Photo in Procreate
How to Erase parts of a photo in Procreate
Final Design in 2pt Perspective
Onshape Modelling
Diary of Manufacture
Diary of Manufacture (Student examples)
Final Photographs
Evaluation
Poster
Resin Poured Tea Light
2D Symmetrical Sketching
Thick and Thin lines
Design Ideas (Resin river & shaping)
Rendering wood grain
2 Point Perspective sketching - Final design idea F Block
Onshape virtual modelling
USB Lifestyle Hub
F Block S
F Block T
USB Lantern
Onshape modelling
USB Lantern Working Drawings
Adobe Photoshop
Digital sketching (Procreate)
Research examples - Inspiration
Zentangle Research examples
Design History examples
Zentangle design
Final Design Wooden panels
Final Design examples
Electives information
F Block Sites 2022/23
Additional things
F Block Sites 2022/23
E Block
Sketching
Sketching - 2D Basic Shapes
Sketching Student examples (Basic Shapes)
Sketching - 2D Hand Held Whisks
Sketching Student examples (Handwhisk)
Hand Mixers (Advanced)
2D Kettle Concept Design Ideas
Digital Sketching - 2D Hand Held Whisks
Digital sketching - Kettle Concept Ideas
Extension Tasks - 3D marker rendering
Assessment Task 1
Assessment Task 2
Sketching - 2 Point Perspective
Sketching - Cylinders & Elliptical forms
Assessment Task 3 - 2 Point Perspective Combined forms
3D rendering
Design Ideas & Modelling (E Block)
Coffee Pod Project Tasks
Onshape - Modelling a coffee machine
E Block Onshape Lessons
E Block - Modelling a Coffee Machine
Sketching Composition Design Ideas
Design Ideas Concepts - Coffee Pod Machine
3D CAD - Onshape (GHJ)
Onshape Settings
Onshape Fundamentals
Independent Learning
Creating an Exploded Drawing
Creating an orthographic drawing
Exporting DXF for laser cutting
Exporting 3MF for 3D Printing
Rendering and AR with Shapr3D
3D CAD - Onshape
Basic 2D shapes into 3D - Revolve feature
Blok
Lego Person (5X scale) E Block
Lego Minifigures Materials
Lego Minifgures Manufacture
Example Lego Figure manufacture (E block)
Reverse Engineering Onshape tutorials
Stationery items mini project
Mock Examination
Bluetooth Amplifier and Speaker Project
Bluetooth Amplifier and Speaker Components
Bluetooth Amplifier and Speaker Project Design Ideas
Coursework major project
Guidance Documents IGCSE
Exemplar Major Projects
Starting Points for Major projects
Identification of Problem
Identification of Projects Chat GPT
Identification of Problem Student examples
Identification of Problem (Refined)
Design Brief
Problem Analysis
Research Plan
Gantt chart Timeplan
Research - Existing Solutions (Primary)
Research - Existing Solutions (Secondary)
Client / User group interview
Summary of Research
Design Specification
Inspiration / Mood / User board
Early Concept ideas
Design Ideas
Sketching Composition for Design Ideas
Design Ideas - How to generate
MidJourney
Evaluation of Design Ideas
Development of an Idea
Modelling
Foam Modelling (Major Project)
Final Design Concept
Manufacturing Specification
CAD (Onshape)
Planning - Plan of Manufacture
Planning - Manufacture Plan
Methods of Manufacture
Planning - Materials List & Construction
Diary / Evidence of CAD
Working /. Engineering Drawing
Exploded Drawings
BOM Drawings & Cutting Lists
Planning - Diary of Manufacture
AR Modelling
Renderings & AR
Manufacture & Finishing
Assembly of Parts
Evaluation & Testing
Final Photos
Marketing your product
SWOT Analysis
Performance Specification
D Block
Major Project Guidance documents
Exemplar Major Projects
Syllabus
Textbook
IGCSE Theory
IGCSE Syllabus
Introduction to the Course
Getting started
Health & Safety
Design & Technology in Society
Social, Environmental & Economic issues
Designers, Artisans and Technologists
Human Needs
Use of Technology
Environment & Sustainability
Exam papers
Examination Paper 1
Examination Paper 3
Examination Paper 1 other territories
Design Ideas
Subject Specific Words
iGCSE - Paper 1
Part a
Part b
Part c
Part d
Part e
Part f
Part g
iGCSE - Paper 3
3.1 Types of materials and their properties
3.2 Smart materials
3.3 Plastics
3.4 Woods
3.5 Composite materials
3.6 Metals
3.7 Preparation of materials
3.8 Measuring and marking out
3.9 Shaping Materials
3.9 Wasting
3.9 - casting activity
3.9 Fabrication in wood and metals
3.9 Fabrication in polymers / fittings / glues
3.10 Joining and assembly
3.11 Finishes
Quizzes
LXX
Sketching
Foam modelling
Modelling
Foam Modelling (LXX)
Digital Sketching
Coursework NEA Major Project
Wood Joints
Lego Man
Example Lego Figure manufacture
LXX Summer Work
A Level (CAIE)
Specification / Syllabus
A Level (CAIE) Paper 1 (AS)
Understanding the Examination Paper 1 (CAIE)
Structured Questions
Design Modification Questions
Design Modification Questions
Design Modification Question 1
Design Modification Question 2
Design Modification Question 3
Design Modification Question 4
Design Modification Question 5
Design Modification Question 6
Design Modification Question 7
Design Modification Question 8
Design Modification Question 9
Design Modification Question 10
Design Modification Case Study examples
Wider issues in D&T Extended Response
Extended Response Questions
1 The design process
1.1 Approaches to designing
1.2 Stages in design thinking
1.3 Analysis of products
1.4 stages in the design process
2 Design principles
2.1 The concept of a good design
2.2 The influence of design movements on the design of products
CAIE Design Movements 1890 - 1945
CAIE Design movements 1945 - present
CAIE Key Designers
Question 1 the influence of Design Movements
Question 2 the influence of Design Movements
Question 3 the influence of Design Movements
Question 4 the influence of Design Movements
Question 5 the influence of Design Movements
Question 6 the influence of Design Movements
Question 7 the influence of Design Movements
Question 8 the influence of Design Movements
Question 9 the influence of Design Movements
Question 10 the influence of Design Movements
2.3 The impact of external factors on the design of new products
CAIE Design History & Socioeconomics
3 Communication
3.1 Presentation techniques
3.2 Enhancement techniques
3.3 Developments (nets)
3.4 First and third angle orthographic working drawings
3.5 Planning drawings
3.6 The use of digital technology to communicate
4 Design and technology in society
4.1 The impact of D&T
4.2 Inclusive and exclusive design
5 Sustainable design
6 Health and safety
7 Aesthetics and ergonomics
8 Materials and components
8.1 Papers and Boards
8.2 Modelling materials
8.3 Woods
8.4 Metals
8.5 Polymers
8.6 Composite materials
8.7 Smart materials
8.8 Modern materials
8.9 Biodegradable materials
8.10 Components
8.11 Material properties
9 Stages in materials processing
10 Materials processing
10.1 Wastage
10.2 forming
10.3 addition
10.4 Finishing
10.5 Printing
11 Energy and control systems
12 Technology
Mock Exam Preparation
CAIE AS level Past Papers (One)
D&T Vocabulary List
A Level (CAIE) Paper 2 (A2)
13 Industrial Practices
14 Business and commercial practices
15 Quantity Production
16 Materials Processing in Industry
Shaping
Forming
Redistribution Methods
Redistribution Methods 2
Wasting
Fabrication
Joining Materials
Material Enhancement
Printing and CYMK
Material Finishes
17 Quality Systems
18 Digital Technology
Paper 3 Past Papers
Understanding the Examination
Mock Paper 3 Preparation
Understanding Paper 3
Understanding Q1
CAIE P2 - Q1 Hangbord
CAIE P2 - Q1 Device holder
CAIE P2 - Q1 USB Lamp
Understanding Q2-5
Understanding Q6
A Level (CAIE) Product Improvement project (AS)
Product improvement starting points
A Level (CAIE) Assessment Criteria 1
Product improvement - Ergonomic Keyboards
Product improvement - Ergonomic Mouse
Product improvement Dyson AIrblade
1. Identifying and analysing a product for improvement
Human Factors Analysis
2. Identifying one area for improvement
3. Clarifying the design situation or need and generating ideas
4. Developing the design and planning
Developing the Design & Planning Marking Criteria
5. Producing a prototype to demonstrate the improvement
Producing a Prototype Assessment Criteria
6. Testing and evaluating the improvement
Testing and evaluating the improvement marking criteria
Student Exemplar Projects
LXX CAD - Onshape
Setting up an Onshape account
Extrude
Blok
Revolve
Reverse Engineering
D&T Vocabulary List P2
A Level (CAIE) Major Project (A2)
1.Identifying a situation or need - design brief and design spec
1. Assessment Criteria
Product Ideas with manufacturing in quantity considerations
A Level Major Project Identification of Design Need or Situation
A Level Major Project Rationale
A level Major Project Research Plan
A Level Major Project Research
A Level Major Project Existing Products Primary
A level Major Project Existing Products Secondary
A Level Major Project Client / User group interview
A Level Major Project Design Brief
A Level Major Project Design Specification
2. Generating and appraising design ideas leading to a design proposal
2. Assessment Criteria
A Level Major Project Human Factors Analysis
3 Developing the product and planning for making
3. Assessment Criteria
4 Realising the product
4. Assessment Criteria
5 Testing and evaluating the product
5. Assessment Criteria
6 Planning for manufacturing a product in quantity
6. Assessment Criteria
Display Poster
Product & Industrial Design Display Boards
Speaker Design
XX
Major Project
Exemplar folders
Thumbnail sketches
Marking criteria for Coursework
Theory paper 1
Syllabus Specification
Industrial visits
BMW manufacturing Nove 2022
OLD A level Coursework
Exemplar Projects
Coursework Guidance Documents
Starting Points for projects
A level Theory
Responsible Design
Technology and cultural change
Design Theory
4D Printing of Adidas Running Shoe
Exam technique
Maths Skills
1.2 Working with formulae and equations
2.1 Ratios and scaling of lengths, area and volume
2.3 Working with percentages
Calculating surface areas and volumes
3.1 Properties and areas of two-dimensional shapes
3.2 Surface area of three-dimensional objects
3.3 Volume of three-dimensional objects
3.4 Density and mass of three-dimensional objects
Trigonometry
4.1 Pythagoras
4.2 Sine, cosine and tangent
4.3 Sine and cosine rules
Use and analysis of data, charts and graphs
5.1 Presenting data
5.2 Statistics
5.3 Group data, estimates, modal class and histograms
5.4 Presenting market and user data
5.6 Interpret statistical analyses to determine user needs
Coordinates and geometry
6.2 Present accurate two-dimensional and three-dimensional drawings
Anthropometrics and probability
7.1 Use data related to human scale and proportion
7.2 Understand dimensional variations in mass-produced components
7.3 Probability of defects in batches and reliability
Science Skills
Sketching techniques & skills
Blue pencil sketching
2D Sketching & Centre lines
Weight of Line
Thick & Thin lines
Fine line pen
Marker Rendering
Marker Wash (Flat)
Marker Wash (Depth)
Marker Render ( with light)
Rendering
Rendering wood grain
Sketching Composition
Shadows
2 Point Perspective sketching
Isometric sketching
Orthographic drawings
Exploded views & sketching
3D Elliptical forms
Thumbnail sketching
Flow arrows
Card models
Foam modelling
Sketching using photo underlays
Advanced Sketching
Advanced sketching challenges
Advanced sketching links
Student Websites
F Block Websites 2024/25
F-Q Block Websites 2024/25
F-R Block Websites 2024/25
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Question 5 the influence of Design Movements
Question 6 the influence of Design Movements
Question 7 the influence of Design Movements
Question 8 the influence of Design Movements
Question 9 the influence of Design Movements
Question 10 the influence of Design Movements
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