A Level Design & Technology
Course summary
Course Outline / Topics Design & Technology is the means by which we create the future. At A-Level you will develop design and critical thinking skills that encourage you to be inventive and innovative. Using these skills, you will generate ideas and design and make prototypes that solve real and relevant societal problems, always considering potential user needs, wants and values. Your design experience is further enhanced with the application of knowledge from other areas of the curriculum such as Maths, Science and Art.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 8 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
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Assessment
Components This paper is set out through four sets of questions that cover technical principles. You will be required to: Analyse existing products Demonstrate applied mathematical skill Demonstrate your technical knowledge of materials, product functionality, manufacturing processes and techniques Demonstrate your understanding of wider social, moral and environmental issues that impact on the design and manufacturing industries. Principles of Product Design 80 marks 1 hour 30 minutes Written paper 26.7% of total A Level This component has a series of longer answer questions that require learners to demonstrate their problem solving and critical evaluation. Learners will be required to: Apply your knowledge, understanding and skills of designing and manufacturing Demonstrate your higher thinking skills to solve problems and evaluate situations and suitability of design solutions. Problem Solving in Product Design 70 marks 1 hour 30 minutes Written paper 23.3% of total A Level The ‘Iterative Design Project’ requires you to undertake a substantial design, make and evaluate project centred on the iterative processes of explore, create and evaluate. You will identify a design opportunity or problem from a context of your own choice, and create a portfolio of evidence in real time through the project to demonstrate your competence. Iterative Design Project 100 marks 65 Hours Non-examined Assessment 50% of total A Level
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