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Description Core Skills Reason Assessment

Product Design prepares pupils to participate in tomorrow’s rapidly changing technologies. Pupils learn to think and intervene creatively to improve the quality of life. The subject calls for pupils to become autonomous and creative problem solvers. Product Design offers you a unique opportunity to identify and solve real problems through designing and manufacturing prototypes and models of real life products that could be put into production. Pupils will develop skills by designing, modelling and making imaginative, innovative, creative well made products made from a range of different materials that you will need to package and advertise using a range of different mediums and techniques. Pupils must also take into account issues such as sustainability, impact on society and the environment and a range of engineering principles to model and manufacture models and working prototypes using cutting edge CAD and the use of 3D printing,laser cutting and 3D micro-router. The final outcome that pupils will produce can consist of a high quality and well finished prototype or a final solution. Click on Design Briefs, Next Steps and More Info buttons for more guidance and typical tasks you will be asked to undertake.

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The Edexcel BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First Award in Engineering is vocationally-related qualifications, where learners develop knowledge and understanding to achieve a broad-based introduction to engineering. It provides underpinning knowledge, understanding and practical skills that reflect the needs of employers and higher and further education professionals.

This course will be taught over 2 years (year 10 and 11), with 120 guided learning hours (GLH) committed to BTEC itself. Students will complete 2 core units (60 GLH) and 2 specialist units (60 GLH).

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Pupils studying Textile Technology will develop their knowledge and understanding of the Textile Industry. They will consider the form and function of different fabrics, investigate new and innovative material technologies, look at the world of fashion, the history of fashion and current fashion designers, consider the environmental impact of the textile industry and learn techniques of embellishing textiles. Throughout the course they will be given opportunities to design and make a range of exciting and innovative textile items. The final outcome that pupils will produce can consist of a high quality and well finished prototype or a final solution. Click on Design Briefs, Next Steps and More Info buttons for more guidance and typical tasks you will be asked to undertake.

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Pupils studying Food Technology will be given the opportunity to learn about all aspects of the Food Industry. This course looks at how food products are designed and made, starting with new product development to the final product being sold in the supermarket. This is a ‘hands on’ course where pupils are taught through practical experiences. As part of this course pupils will study the following - nutrition, food trends, properties and function of food ingredients, environmental issues affecting the food industry, food legislation, manufacturing and food designers. The final outcome that pupils will produce can consist of a high quality and well finished prototype or a final solution. Click on Design Briefs, Next Steps and More Info buttons for more guidance and typical tasks you will be asked to undertake.

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Electronic Products prepares pupils to participate in tomorrow’s rapidly changing technologies. They learn to think and intervene creatively to improve the quality of life. The subject calls for pupils to become autonomous and creative problem solvers. Electronic Products Technology offers pupils a unique opportunity to identify and solve real life problems through designing and manufacturing prototypes and models. Pupils will develop their skills by designing and making imaginative, innovative, creative well made products made from a range of different materials and using a range of control aspects to develop electronic circuits, taking into account issues such as sustainability, impact on society and the environment. The final outcome that pupils will produce can consist of a high quality and well finished prototype or a final solution. Click on Design Briefs, Next Steps and More Info buttons for more guidance and typical tasks you will be asked to undertake.

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Description Core Skills Reason Assessment

This GCSE course is designed to enable pupils to gain a detailed insight into the lucrative world of Business. Pupils will study three units; Setting up a Business, Growing as a Business and Investigating Businesses, through various topics including Marketing, Finance, People in Business and Operations Management.

The specification is delivered using a variety of teaching methods including; teacher-led lessons, worksheets, case studies, group work, individual study and visits to Organisations, where they will have opportunity to apply their knowledge to a real-life scenario. Pupils will also have access to ICT facilities throughout the course.

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Communication:

Pupils will develop their skills in communicating ideas through the use of various sketching techniques, 3D and 2D Computer Aided Design and modeling/prototyping,

Designing: Pupils will develop an approach to problem solving that promotes creative and divergent thinking. They will practice techniques that encourages them to look beyond the obvious to create innovative design solutions.

ICT: Project work is documented using Electronic Portfolios (PowerPoint). They develop an in depth knowledge of multi media presentations from word processing to video and animation. CAD is an necessary skill to process in many if not all design industries. Pupils will a develop skills in using SketchUp to develop ideas in a virtual 3D environment. They will develop advanced skills to allow them to model ideas in 3D and link their CAD work with Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM). Pupils will have access to many other different CAD packages including Photoshop, Illustrator and 2D design.

Making: Pupils will develop are range of skills using various tools and processes including laser cutting and 3D Rapid Prototyping.

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Reason

Product Design is intended to be of interest to a wide range of pupils who are interested in designing, drawing and manufacturing CAD CAM prototypes, it aims to build upon the knowledge, understanding and skills already developed throughout KS3 and looking to study the subject at KS4. Pupils must look for needs, wants and opportunities and respond to them by developing a range of ideas and making models and prototypes of their designs. Pupils combine practical skills with an understanding of aesthetics, social and environmental issues, function and industrial practices. As they do so, they reflect on and evaluate present and past designers. Pupils use a range of skills, tools and mediums such as 3D Cad modelling to present their ideas, and manufacture models and prototypes.

Assessment

40% Written Paper: This paper will take 2 hours to complete and is worth 120 marks (40%). Candidates will be required to answer all the questions in two sections which will be based on theory and design. Pre-release material is issued to help you structure revision.

60% Coursework: Pupils will undertake a single design and make activity which is selected from a range of examination board set board-set tasks. Pupils will be expected submit a 3-dimensional practical outcome and a concise design folder. This is should take approximately 45 hours to complete.

Homework GCSE

Students will undertake a single design and make activity which is selected from a range of examination board set tasks. They will be expected to submit a 3-dimensional practical outcome and a concise design folder. This is should take approximately 45hours to complete. They will have access to specialised and unique online resources from our very own faculty website: The site is a valuable resource that allows pupils to work independently through their coursework in school and at home.

Assessment

External examination (25% of the overall qualification):

•Unit 1 will externally-assessed using an onscreen test. Edexcel sets and marks the test. The test lasts for one hour and has 50 marks. Learners will complete an onscreen test that has different types of questions

Internal assessment (75% of the overall qualification):

•Unit 2, 5 and 6 will be assessed internally by the school and then moderated by Edexcel. Evidence for the internal assessment could be generated through a range of diverse activities, including assignment and project work, case studies, workplace assessment, role play and presentations.

Homework:

•Homework set in Years 10 and 11 concentrates on building upon pupils’ design and theory skills in order to help you successfully complete the internal assessment and also concentrates on coursework based research.

Reason

BTECs are designed for learners wanting to study in the context of a vocational sector. The skills learnt in studying the BTEC will aid progression to further study and prepare learners to enter the workplace in due course. Additionally, they are popular and effective because they engage learners to take responsibility for their own learning and to develop skills that are essential for the modern-day workplace. These skills include: team working; working from a prescribed brief; working to deadlines; presenting information effectively; and accurately completing administrative tasks and processes.

The Edexcel BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First Award in Engineering also provides the starting point

of a route to employment at a junior level in a range of engineering posts. They can expect to

work in a range of settings, for example in the manufacturing, automotive, electrical and

mechanical sectors. Typical entry-level employment opportunities in engineering include roles such as junior mechanical engineer or technician.

Core Skills

Unit 1- The Engineered World (30 GLH).

•Know about engineering processes used to produce engineered products

•Know about developments in engineering materials and technologies

•Understand how engineering contributes to a sustainable future.

Unit 2- Investigating an Engineering Product (30 GLH).

•Understand the performance requirements of an engineered product

•Understand the selection of specific materials for use in the components that make up an engineered product

•Understand the selection and use of manufacturing processes in an engineered product

•Understand the quality issues related to an engineered product.

Communication:

Pupils will develop their skills in communicating ideas through the use of various sketching techniques, 3D and 2D Computer Aided Design and modeling/prototyping,

ICT: CAD is an necessary skill to process in many if not all design industries. Pupils will a develop basic skills in using SketchUp to develop ideas in a virtual 3D environment. They will develop basic skills to allow them to model ideas in 3D and link their CAD work with Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM). Pupils will have access to many other different CAD packages including QuickStep.

Making: Pupils will develop are range of skills using various tools and processes.

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Reason

This course will be suitable for pupils wishing to pursue a career in the fashion/textile industry.

Assessment

Controlled Assessment: (60% of final GCSE grade)

This involves a Design and Make project, answering a design brief set by the examination board. The project will be completed in 30 hours.

Examination: (40% of final GCSE grade)

This examination will test pupil’s knowledge and understanding of Design Technology. It will also test pupil’s knowledge of their chosen subject area. All pupils will sit the same examination paper. The examination will be completed in two hours.

Communication:

Pupils will develop their skills in communicating ideas through the use of various sketching techniques, 3D and 2D Computer Aided Design and modeling/prototyping,

Making: Pupils will develop are range of skills using various tools and processes.

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Reason

The food industry is the biggest employee in this country, and therefore this course would be suitable for any pupils who wish to pursue a career in this area.

Assessment

Controlled Assessment: (60% of final GCSE grade)

This involves a Design and Make project, answering a design brief set by the examination board. The project will be completed in 30 hours.

Examination: (40% of final GCSE grade)

This examination will test pupil’s knowledge and understanding of Food Technology. It will also test pupil’s knowledge of their chosen subject area. All pupils will sit the same examination paper. The examination will be completed in two hours.

Communication:

Pupils will develop their skills in communicating ideas through the use of various sketching techniques, 3D and 2D Computer Aided Design and modeling/prototyping,

Making: Pupils will develop are range of skills using various tools and processes including laser cutting and 3D Rapid Prototyping.

Core Skills

Reason

Electronic Products is intended to be of interest to a wide range of pupils, it aims to build upon the knowledge, understanding and skills already developed throughout KS3. Pupils must look for needs, wants and opportunities and respond to them by developing a range of ideas and making products and systems. Pupils combine practical skills with an understanding of aesthetics, social and environmental issues, function and industrial practices. As they do so, they reflect on and evaluate their products, its uses and effects. Through electronic products, all pupils can become discriminating and informed users of products, and become innovators.

Assessment

40% Written Paper: This paper will take 2 hours to complete and is worth 120 marks (40%). You will be required to answer all the questions in two sections which will be based on theory and design. Pre-Release material is issued to help you structure your revision.

60% Coursework: Pupils will undertake a single design and make activity which is selected from a range of examination board set board-set tasks. They will be expected submit a 3-dimensional practical outcome and a concise design folder. This is should take approximately 45 hours to complete.

Homework:

Homework set in Years 10 and 11 concentrates on building upon pupils’ design and theory skills in order to help you successfully complete the written paper. It also concentrates on coursework based research together as well as looking at specimen examination papers etc.

Core Skills

This GCSE course helps pupils to develop their knowledge and understanding of a wide range of business contexts, and to distinguish between facts and opinions. Pupils will be encouraged to develop initiative, problem solving and decision-making skills.

There are three Units that will be delivered on the course:

Setting up a Business
Growing as a Business
Investigating Business

Units 1 & 2 are externally assessed through written papers with a

combination weighting of 75% of the overall grade. Unit 3 is assessed

through a controlled assignment completed during lesson time and is

worth 25%.

All Units look, in various depth, at the; Marketing, Finance, People

and Operations elements of Business.

Reason

If you aim to be the next Richard Branson or Deborah Meaden or whether you simply want to learn more about how a Business works in preparation for when you enter the world of

work then Business is the subject for you!