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HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL

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Subject

GCSE Design Technology

Course code

AQA GCSE Design Technology 8552

Website address

GCSE grade type awarded

9-1 (New 2016 Specification)

Non-examined Assessment

How it's assessed

  • Non-exam assessment (NEA): 30–35 hours approx
  • 100 marks
  • 50% of GCSE

Task(s)

  • Substantial design and make task
  • Assessment criteria:
    • Identifying and investigating design possibilities
    • Producing a design brief and specification
    • Generating design ideas
    • Developing design ideas
    • Realising design ideas
    • Analysing & evaluating
  • In the spirit of the iterative design process, the above should be awarded holistically where they take place and not in a linear manner
  • Contextual challenges to be released annually by AQA on 1 June in the year prior to the submission of the NEA
  • Students will produce a prototype and a portfolio of evidence
  • Work will be marked by teachers and moderated by AQA

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Paper 1

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50% of GCSE

What's assessed

  • Core technical principles
  • Specialist technical principles
  • Designing and making principles

In addition:

  • at least 15% of the exam will assess maths
  • at least 10% of the exam will assess science.

How it's assessed

  • Written exam: 2 hours
  • 100 marks
  • 50% of GCSE
  • Questions

Section A – Core technical principles (20 marks)

  • A mixture of multiple choice and short answer questions assessing a breadth of technical knowledge and understanding.

Section B – Specialist technical principles (30 marks)

  • Several short answer questions (2–5 marks) and one extended response to assess a more in depth knowledge of technical principles.

Section C – Designing and making principles (50 marks)

  • A mixture of short answer and extended response questions.

Revision book

CGP Revision Guide ISBN: ISBN: 9781782947523

Useful websites

www.technologystudent.com

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zby2bdm

https://senecalearning.com/en-GB/revision-notes/gcse/design-and-technology/aqa

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Time: 2hours

%: 50% of your final GCSE

You will need:

  • Black Biro x2
  • Pencil
  • Sharpener
  • Rubber
  • Ruler
  • Colouring Pencils
  • Calculator
  • Protractor
  • Any other exam equipment

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Keywords used in the Exam. All videos 5mins or less.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75RIYzARhPc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7JFEv28Q4E

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EBAzKtlao8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8RkwC_SfyY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE_VHveiMTA

Section A

Core Technical Principles (20 marks)

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A mixture of multiple choice and short answer questions assessing a breadth of technical knowledge and understanding.

Section B

Specialist Technical Principles (30 marks)

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Several short answer questions (2-5 marks) and one (or two) extended response to assess a more in depth knowledge of technical principles.

Section C

Design and Making Principles (50 marks)

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A mixture of short answer and extended response questions.

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Point

Evidence

Explanation

Link

I believe…..

For example…..

This shows….

From this we can conclude….

Another point to consider is….

This is illustrated by…..

This means…

It is clear that….

First of all….

This can be seen….

Therefore….

In conclusion….

It is quite obvious…

Data shows…

Because of this…

We can therefore see….

When analysing and explaining, make sure to PEEL:

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Core Technical Principles

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New and emerging technologies

Industry including automation and the use of robotics.

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Enterprise , crowd funding, cooperatives, fair trade, vital marketing and retail.

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Sustainability – finite, non-finite, disposal of waste.

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6-9, 35, 102-103

Culture – changes in fashion and trends. Respecting people of faiths and beliefs.

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7, 9, 96, 102

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Society – how products are design for the disabled, elderly and different religious groups.

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11, 96-97

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Production techniques and systems – CAD/CAM, automation, FMS, JIT, lean manufacturing, automation.

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3, 4, 5, 68, 79, 90, 106

Critical evaluation – planned obsolescence, design for maintenance, ethics, the environment.

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Environment – continuous improvement, effect working, pollution, global warming.

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Core Technical Principles

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Energy generation and storage 3.1.2

Fossil fuels – Power generated from coal, gas, oil.

Nuclear Power

Renewable Energy – Power generated from wind, solar, tidal, hydro-electrical, biomass.

Energy storage systems including batteries, Kinetic pumped storage, alkaline and re-chargeable batteries

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Developments in new materials 3.1.3

Modern Materials - graphene, metal foams and titanium. LCDs and Nanomaterials.

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Smart Materials – stress, temperature, moisture or PH, shape memory alloys, thermochromics pigments and photochromic pigments.

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Composite Materials – GRP, CRP

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Technical Textiles – conductive fabrics, fire resistant fabrics, Kevlar and microfibres incorporating micro encapsulation.

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Systems approach to designing 3.1.4

Input – use of light sensors, temperature sensors, pressure sensors and switches.

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Processes – the use of programming microcontrollers as counter, timers and for decision making, to provide functionality to products and processes.

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Outputs – the use of buzzers, speakers and lamps, to provide functionality to products and processes.

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Mechanical Devices 3.1.5

The functions of mechanical devices to produce linear, rotary, reciprocating and oscillating movements.

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Changing magnitude and direction of force – Levers, linkages – bell cranks and push/pull, rotary systems – CAMs and followers, simple gear trains, pulleys and belts.

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Materials and their working properties 3.1.6

Papers – bleed proof, cartridge paper, grid, layout paper, tracing paper.

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Boards – corrugated card, duplex board, foil lined board, foam core board, ink jet card, solid white board.

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Natural and manufactured timbers:

Hardwoods including: Ash, beech, mahogany, oak, balsa.

Softwoods including: larch, pine, spruce.

Manufactured boards including: MDF (medium density fibreboard), plywood, chipboard.

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Metals and alloys including:

Ferrous metals – low carbon steel, cast iron, high carbon/tool steel.

Non-ferrous metals including: aluminium, copper, tin, zinc.

Alloys including: brass, stainless steel, high speed steel.

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Polymers – thermoforming including: Acrylic (PMMA), high impact polystyrene (HIPS), high density polythene (HDPE), Polypropylene (PP), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyethylene terephthalate (PET).

Thermosetting including: Epoxy resin (ER), melamine-formaldehyde (MF), phenol formaldehyde (PF), Polyester resin (PR), urea-formaldehyde (UF).

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Materials and their working properties 3.1.6.2

Physical properties such as:

Absorbency (resistance to moisture)

Density

Fusibility

Electrical and thermal conductivity.

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Working properties such as:

Strength

Hardness

Toughness

Malleability

Ductility and elasticity.

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Looking at the work of designers

Harry Beck

Vivienne Westwood, Marcel Breuer, Mary Quant, Norman Foster, William Morris, Alexander McQueen, Aldo Rossi, Philippe Starck, Louis Comfort Tiffany, Raymond Templier, Coco Chanel, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Gerrit Rietveld, Sir Alec Issigonis, Ettore Sottsass.

(Bold are videos on the right)

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Specialist technical principles:

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I know detailed information on how:

  • selection of materials or components
  • forces and stresses work
  • ecological and social footprint
  • sources and origins of materials
  • using and working with materials
  • stock forms, types and sizes
  • scales of production
  • specialist techniques and processes
  • surface treatments and finishes

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I know when selecting materials/suitability to consider the following factors:

Functionality: application of use, ease of working.

Aesthetics: surface finish, texture and colour.

Environmental factors: recyclable or reused materials.

Availability: ease of sourcing and purchase.

Cost: bulk buying.

Social factors: social responsibility.

Cultural factors: sensitive to cultural influences.

Ethical factors: purchased from ethical sources such as FSC.

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I can explain and identify: tension, compression, bending, torsion and shear forces/stresses.

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I know that materials can be enhanced to resist and work with forces and stresses to improve functionality.

I know how materials can be reinforced, stiffened or made more flexible: eg lamination, bending, folding.

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I understand the effects of deforestation, mining, drilling and farming.

I understand mileage of product from raw material source, manufacture, distribution, user location and final disposal.

I know that carbon is produced during the manufacture of products.

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Specialist technical principles

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I know and can explain about safe working conditions; reducing oceanic/atmospheric pollution and reducing the detrimental (negative) impact on others.

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I know about primary sources of materials and the main processes involved in converting into workable forms for at least one material area:

  • Paper and board (how cellulose fibres are derived from wood and grasses and converted into paper).
  • Timber based materials (Seasoning, conversion and creation of manufactured timbers).
  • Metal based materials (extraction and refining).
  • Polymers (refining crude oil, fractional distillation and cracking).

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I know and understand the physical and mechanical properties relevant to commercial products in their chosen area as follows:

  • Papers and boards (flyers/leaflets and card based food packaging).
  • Timber based materials (traditional timber children’s toys and flat pack furniture).
  • Metal based materials (cooking utensils and hand tools).
  • Polymers (polymer seating and electrical fittings).

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  • Additives to prevent moisture transfer (paper and boards).
  • Seasoning to reduce moisture content of timbers (timber based materials).
  • Annealing to soften material to improve malleability (metal based materials).
  • Stabilisers to resist UV degradation (polymers).

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Specialist technical principles

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I know about how to shape, cut, abrasion and addition:

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  • Papers and boards (how to cut, crease, score, fold and perforate card).
  • Timber based materials (how to cut, drill, chisel, sand and plane).
  • Metal based materials (how to cut, drill, turn, mill, cast, bronze and weld).
  • Polymers (how to cut, drill, cast, deform, print and weld).

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I know commercially available types and sizes of materials and components:

Papers and boards:

  • sheet, roll and ply
  • sold by size eg A3, thickness, weight and colour
  • standard components eg fasteners, seals and bindings
  • cartridge paper and corrugated card.

Timber based materials:

  • planks, boards and standard moldings
  • sold by length, width, thickness and diameter
  • standard components eg woodscrews, hinges, KD (knock-down) fittings.

Metal based materials:

  • sheet, rod, bar and tube
  • sold by length, width, thickness and diameter
  • standard components eg rivets, machine screws, nuts, and bolts.

Polymers:

  • sheet, rod, powder, granules, foam and films
  • sold by length, width, gauge and diameter
  • standard components eg screws, nuts and bolts, hinges.

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I know how products are produced in different volumes.

I can explain the reasons why different manufacturing methods are used for different production volumes:

  • prototype (one-off)
  • batch
  • mass
  • Continuous.

I can name example products for each production volume stated above.

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Specialist technical principles

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  • How to use measurement/reference points, templates, jigs and patterns where suitable.

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A range of tools, equipment and processes that can be used to shape, fabricate, construct and assemble high quality prototypes, as appropriate to the materials and/or components being used including:

wastage, such as:

  • die cutting
  • perforation
  • turning
  • sawing
  • milling
  • drilling
  • cutting and shearing

addition, such as:

  • brazing
  • welding
  • lamination
  • soldering
  • 3D printing
  • batik
  • sewing
  • bonding
  • printing

deforming and reforming such as:

  • vacuum forming
  • creasing
  • pressing
  • drape forming
  • bending
  • folding
  • blow moulding
  • casting
  • injection moulding
  • extrusion.

I know how these processes work and am confident to be able to draw/explain/communicate through the use of notes/diagrams if necessary.

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Specialist technical principles

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I understand and can explain “Tolerances” manufacture to minimum and maximum measurements.

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I understand and can explain Commercial Processes including:

  • Papers and boards (offset lithography and die cutting).
  • Timber based materials (routing and turning).
  • Metal based materials (milling and casting).
  • Polymers (injection molding and extrusion).
  • Textile based materials (weaving, dying and printing).
  • Electrical and mechanical systems (pick and place assembly and flow soldering).

I understand and can explain Quality Control Checks including:

  • Papers and boards (registration marks).
  • Timber based materials (dimensional accuracy using go/no go fixture).
  • Metal based materials (dimensional accuracy using a depth stop).
  • Polymers (dimensional accuracy by selecting correct laser settings).

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I understand and can explain Surface Treatments including:

The preparation and application of treatments and finishes to enhance functional and aesthetic properties.

  • Papers and boards (printing, embossing and UV varnishing).
  • Timber based materials (painting, varnishing and tanalising).
  • Metal based materials (dip coating, powder coating and galvanizing).
  • Polymers (polishing, printing and vinyl decals).

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I need to investigate the work of a minimum of two of the following companies:

  • Braun
  • Dyson
  • Apple
  • Alessi
  • Under Armour
  • Zara
  • Gap
  • Primark

I can explain the key technology, function, ergonomics, user interface, iconic designs, manufacturing processes, environmental and moral ethics etc…

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Analyse

Separate information into components to identify their characteristics

Apply

Put into effect in a recognised way

Argue

Present a reasoned case

Calculate

Work out the value of something

Compare

Identify similarities and differences

Complete

Finish a task by adding to given information

Consider

Review and respond to given information

Contrast

Identify differences

Define

Specify meaning

Describe

Set out characteristics

Discuss

Present key points about different ideas or strengths and weaknesses of an idea

Evaluate

Judge from available evidence

Examine

Investigate closely

Explain

Set out purpose or reasons

Give

Produce an answer from recall

How (far)

Work out the correct answer

Identify

Name or otherwise characterise

Justify

Support a case with evidence

Name

Give the correct title or term

Outline

Set out main characteristics

Repeat (the pattern)

Maths specific; repeat a given pattern

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State

Express clearly and briefly

What (is)

Give the correct information (AO4)

Command Words

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Which

Select or give the correct information

Technology push

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Technological discoveries used to drive the development of a product.

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Tolerance

The minimum and maximum measurements that can be accepted when manufacturing.

User

The person/people who make use of the product that has been developed by a designer.

User centered design

Design development with the user at the centre of the focus. The designer tries to envisage how the product will actually be used, as opposed to focusing on other areas such as cost.

Working properties

Finish a task by adding to given information

Useful Suggested Revision Websites

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BBC Bitesize - https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zby2bdm

BBC Bitesize App - Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.bbc.bitesize&hl=en_GB&gl=US&pli=1

BBC Bitesize App - Apple https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/bbc-bitesize-revision/id1089215244

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Technology Student Exam Papers - https://technologystudent.com/despro_flsh/exams1.html

Technology Student - Revision Links - https://technologystudent.com/despro_flsh/NEW_GCSE3.html

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Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/show/6dqepPKyp8sdLO2DFI7eeW

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Design and Technology on Demand YouTube -

@designandtechnologyondemand https://www.youtube.com/@designandtechnologyondemand/videos

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Blooket - https://dashboard.blooket.com/discover?n=MrsMoffatDT or simply search “AQA Design Technology GCSE”

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Quizizz - https://quizizz.com/collection/62d151458d1f33001ec667e8?source=collection_share&fromBrowserLoad=true