DESIGN TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM

Introduction to Design & Technology (safety, tools, workshop rules)

Design Process (research, sketching, idea generation)

Materials & Properties (wood, metal, plastics, textiles)

Practical Skills (basic hand tools, measuring, cutting, joining)

Modelling & Prototyping (mock-ups, 2D and 3D models, CAD introduction)

Design & Innovation (problem-solving, brainstorming, creativity)

Technical Drawing (orthographic, isometric, annotation)

Practical Projects (simple product construction, applying techniques)

Mechanisms & Structures (simple levers, gears, pulleys, frameworks)

Materials Testing (strength, durability, suitability)

Practical Skills (assembling, finishing, evaluating products)

Revision & Problem Solving (refining designs, improving prototypes)

Design Process & Research (market research, user needs, specification)

Materials & Processes (wood, metal, plastics, textiles, joining techniques)

Practical Skills (tool proficiency, shaping, cutting, forming)

CAD & Modelling (2D and 3D software, digital design basics)

Mechanisms & Electronics (simple circuits, motors, switches, pulleys)

Sustainability & Materials (recycling, eco-friendly design)

Technical Drawing (annotation, dimensioning, presentation)

Practical Projects (designing and constructing functional products)

Evaluation & Improvement (testing products, peer assessment, modifications)

Practical Skills (advanced construction, finishing, accuracy)

Project Work (design, create, evaluate products)

Revision & Exam Preparation (design process, materials, practical skills)

Advanced Design Process (research, specification, design iteration)

Materials & Properties (selection for purpose, composites, alloys)

Mechanisms & Electronics (gears, cams, simple circuits)

CAD & Modelling (3D design, simulations, rendering)

Practical Skills (advanced tool use, joining techniques, finishing)

Sustainability & Ethics (eco-design, ethical sourcing, environmental impact)

Project Work (design and create complex products)

Evaluation & Problem Solving (testing, modification, analysis)

Technical Drawing & Presentation (orthographic, isometric, annotation)

Materials Testing (stress, durability, suitability)

Practical Projects (individual and group tasks)

Revision & Exam Preparation (design, theory, practical skills)

GCSE-style Projects (research, design, prototype, evaluation)

Materials & Processes (advanced materials, manufacturing techniques)

Mechanisms & Electronics (advanced circuits, mechanical systems)

CAD & Modelling (detailed 3D design, simulations)

Sustainability & Ethical Design (eco-friendly materials, life cycle analysis)

Practical Skills (constructing high-quality products, accuracy, finishing)

Project Work (exam-style practical projects, individual and collaborative)

Evaluation & Reflection (testing, improvements, peer and self-assessment)

Revision & Problem Solving (final projects, refining products)

Final Assessments (practical coursework, portfolio, presentations)

Evaluation & Reflection (self-assessment, peer feedback, teacher feedback)

Materials & Properties (woods, metals, plastics, smart materials)  

Design Process (research, specification, ideation, sketching)  

Practical Skills (cutting, shaping, joining, finishing techniques)  

Product Development (prototyping, testing, evaluation, iterative design)  

Sustainability & Ethics (environmentally friendly design, recycling, ethical sourcing)  

Exam & Project Preparation (case studies, portfolio work, design challenges)

Revision & Problem Solving (mixed topics, exam-style questions)  

Final Product Project (practical construction, evaluation, presentation)  

Preparation for Post-16 Design Studies (advanced projects, independent research)

Introduction to Materials (basic properties, safe handling, simple identification)  

Basic Design Skills (drawing, simple sketches, understanding function)  

Practical Activities (small construction projects, safe tool use) 

Simple Product Development (following a brief, creating prototypes)  

Sustainability Basics (recycling, reducing waste, ethical choices)  

Practical Projects (group or individual, basic evaluation)  

Revision & Consolidation (all prior topics, simple exercises)  

Evaluation & Reflection (discussing and improving work)  

Preparation for Next Stage (transition to GCSE or vocational courses)

Advanced Materials & Processes (composites, advanced plastics, metal alloys, electronics integration)  

Advanced Design & Innovation (CAD, CAM, ideation, prototyping)  

Research & Analysis (market research, ergonomics, user-centered design)  

 Product Development (testing, evaluation, refining, production planning)  

Sustainability & Ethics (eco-design, life cycle analysis, ethical sourcing)  

Independent Projects (portfolio development, design challenges, extended investigati

Revision & Exam Preparation (past papers, portfolio review, practical assessment)  

Problem Solving & Applications (real-world design challenges, multi-disciplinary tasks)  

Preparation for University & Careers (advanced CAD/CAM, portfolio, professional skills)