To understand and use electronic components to a manufacture a desk top light.
To manufacture, assemble and add a finish to all parts of a desk light.
To use graphic design software to design the graphics for the light shade and base.
To use CAD to design a small ID tag and use pewter casting to manufacture a quality outcome.
To use the steam bending process to manufacture a bangle
To select and use specialist tools, techniques, processes, equipment and machinery precisely, including computer-aided manufacture to help design and make a plug phone holder.
To communicate design ideas using annotated sketches, detailed plans, 3-D and mathematical modelling, oral and digital presentations and computer-based tools.
Key 'Learning Capacities' in this subject
Learn to identify and use a range of appropriate practical processes and techniques including Computer Aided Design software and Computer Numerically Controlled machinery.
Learn to problem solve, quality check and persevere with difficult tasks.
Learn to think creatively and develop ideas into working concepts.
Learn the practical application of principles learnt in Maths and Science.
How will your child be learning?
Practical manufacturing tasks.
Investigation, development and modelling.
Practical demonstrations and video tutorials to help them learn at their own pace
Working in groups, pairs and as individuals to develop concepts and present their ideas.
How will learning be assessed?
We will take design ability and practical skills into account.
Formative written assessment of classwork and homework.
Ongoing verbal and written assessment of practical tasks against set criteria.
What can you do to support your child?
Support with homework, especially research tasks.
Discuss learning and practical work with your child to help reinforce tool names and processes.
Encourage learning through making mistakes and persevering to solve the problems they encounter.
