Structures
Year 5 - DT - Summer 1 & 2
Embedded Files
Core Learning
Core Learning
Design and make a bridge
Design
• Designing a stable structure that is able to support weight.
• Creating a frame structure with a focus on triangulation.
Make
•Making a range of different shaped beam bridges.
• Using triangles to create truss bridges that span a given distance and support a load.
• Building a wooden bridge structure.
• Independently measuring and marking wood accurately.
• Selecting appropriate tools and equipment for particular tasks.
• Using the correct techniques to saws safely.
• Identifying where a structure needs reinforcement and using card corners for support.
• Explaining why selecting appropriating materials is an important part of the design process.
• Understanding basic wood functional properties.
Evaluate
•Adapting and improving own bridge structure by identifying points of weakness and reinforcing them as necessary.
• Suggesting points for improvements for own bridges and those designed by others.
Technical Knowledge
• To understand some different ways to reinforce structures.
• To understand how triangles can be used to reinforce bridges.
• To know that properties are words that describe the form and function of materials.
• To understand why material selection is important based on properties.
• To understand the material (functional and aesthetic) properties of wood.
Vocabulary
Vocabulary
Beam bridge
Arch bridge
Truss bridge
Strength
Technique
Corrugation
Lamination
Stiffness
Rigid
Factors
Stability
Visual appeal
Aesthetics
Joints
Assemble
Material properties
Reinforce
Evaluate
Quality of finish
Accuracy
What came before?
What came before?
In Year 4, the children created a range of different frame structures when designing and making a pavilion.
What comes after?
What comes after?
In Year 6, children will use their design, make and evaluate skills in other areas such as Electrical Systems and Digital World.
Useful Resources
Useful Resources
Y5 Structures-Bridges.pdfPage updated
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