DT2/1.1ause research and develop design criteria to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose, aimed at particular individuals or groups
DT2/1.1bgenerate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through discussion, annotated sketches, cross-sectional and exploded diagrams, prototypes, pattern pieces and computer-aided design
DT2/1.2 Make
DT2/1.2aselect from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks accurately
DT2/1.2bselect from and use a wider range of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their functional properties and aesthetic qualities
DT2/1.3 Evaluate
DT2/1.3ainvestigate and analyse a range of existing products
DT2/1.3bevaluate their ideas and products against their own design criteria and consider the views of others to improve their work
DT2/1.3cunderstand how key events and individuals in design and technology have helped shape the world
DT2/1.4 Technological Knowledge
DT2/1.4aapply their understanding of how to strengthen, stiffen and reinforce more complex structures
DT2/1.4bunderstand and use mechanical systems in their products
DT2/1.4cunderstand and use electrical systems in their products
DT2/1.4dapply their understanding of computing to programme, monitor and control their products.
DT2/2.1 Cooking & Nutrition
DT2/2.1aunderstand and apply the principles of a healthy and varied diet
DT2/2.1bcook a repertoire of predominantly savoury dishes so that they are able to feed themselves and others a healthy and varied diet
DT2/2.1cbecome competent in a range of cooking techniques [for example, selecting and preparing ingredients; using utensils and electrical equipment; applying heat in different ways; using awareness of taste, texture and smell to decide how to season dishes and combine ingredients; adapting and using their own recipes]
DT2/2.1cunderstand the source, seasonality and characteristics of a broad range of ingredients