Subject:

Design & Technology

Year:

9

The modules are completed in the order dictated largely by room availability. Students do two terms D&T and one term food.

Module

Theme

Overview

Time

1:  Metal work

Extending the use of metalworking processes.

A personal stamp is constructed using mild steel. The parts are joined by screw threading and brazing. Students gain skills in bench work and hot metal.

Autumn term 1

2: Manufacturing with acrylic

Acrylic product manufacture

Acrylic is bent into a self supporting picture frame. Students learn to work effectively to produce a high quality product with polished edges. Other products may be designed and made using the same processes.

3: Electronics

Burglar alarm

A latch circuit is constructed and housed in a case. Sensors are researched and incorporated onto the design. Students gain an understanding of systems, feedback, and how to construct a working system from components.

Autumn term 2

4: Graphics

Model making

Students design and make a model shop front with associated graphics.  They gain skills with graphic modelling materials such as foam board.  CAD/CAM is used.

5: Travel Game

Portable game

A long project, which should be used for end of year coursework assessment. Students research games and produce a portable or travel game.  Wood is the main material but acrylic counters may be used.  The laser cutter often used effectively.

Spring term 1

6: Body adornment

Pewter casting

Students design and make a pendant or badge using the low melting point alloy –pewter.  The end product will be highly polished.

Spring term 2