Course information
Design and Technology (Product Design)
The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy - Nottingham
01159296251
Beechdale Road, Aspley, Nottingham, NG8 3EZ
Course summary

Product Design covers all aspects of Design Technology with the emphasis being mainly on Graphic Products. Key skills and processes are: CAD (Adobe Photoshop, SolidWorks, 2D Design), CAM (laser cutter, 3D printer, laser image transfer, CNC router), printing processes, plastic forming, technical drawing (isometric drawing, planometric, orthographic, perspective), and industrial practices. Year 12: During this year you will undertake a range of designing and making mini-projects designed to broaden and deepen your designing and making skill in Graphics. You will work in real word contexts to design products that solve real world problems for customers. Our main focus will be on products such as packaging, games, architecture, concept product design, books etc. You will also study these exam topics across the year: design history, form and function; materials and properties; manufacturing processes; safety and legislation; tools and equipment; designing strategies, and impact on society of technology

Entry requirements

Grade 5 in DT Graphics or RM. Grade 5 English and Maths also desirable, due to course content The minimum academic requirements for entry to the Sixth Form are: • 5 higher grade passes (grades 4-9) including English Language and Maths. • To study a subject at A level we require a grade 6 in that subject or a similar subject for A level subjects which are not currently studied at GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

Principles of DT 2 hour 30 minute exam 50% Design and Make project NEA 50%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressBeechdale Road, Aspley, Nottingham, NG8 3EZ