COURSE DESCRIPTION: A qualification in Design and Technology will prepare pupils to become creative and critical thinkers, developing skills to design and deliver prototypes that solve real and relevant problems. The course develops an awareness of the nature and importance of Design and Technology in a rapidly changing society, applying knowledge, skills and understanding within a Design and Manufacture approach. The course combines the use of CAD and CAM through our excellent range of CNC machines with more traditional manufacturing processes alongside up-to-date technologies reflecting the full range of Design and Technology areas. Pupils develop their knowledge and skills through the completion of design exercises folllowing a Design Cycle, small project work, and taught theory lessons and a series of exciting visits to exhibitions and industrial environments. Current visits include the Mini Plant in Oxford, the London Design Fair, the V&A, the Design Museum and the Science Museum. In addition, voluntary trips are organised as and when appropriate exhibitions become available. There is also an opportunity for future engineers to apply for an Arkwright Scholarship in Year 11.