Mrs H Carey (Curriculum Lead for Design Technology)
Mr R Withe (Technician)
Subject Overview
All pupils take part in Design Technology at Key Stage 3. They are taught on a carousel and have equal time in a number of different programmes, including Resistant Materials. Pupils can opt to study Design Technology to GCSE in Key Stage 4.
Key Stage 3 Overview (Years 7-9)
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Key Stage 4 Overview (Years 10-11)
NCFE Engineering Level 1/2
This qualification is designed for learners with an interest in engineering. It will provide learners with experience of using different tools and materials to enable them to use these within further education or apprenticeships. It will give them a basic understanding of what engineering may involve. This qualification is appropriate for learners who are looking to develop a significant core of knowledge and understanding in engineering and apply that knowledge through a project.
This qualification shows learners how to:
Develop a broad understanding of the engineering sector
This qualification aims to:
The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to:
Throughout the delivery of this qualification, the following core areas and transferable skills should be evident: