Subjects - Design Technology

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This is a two-year GCSE examination course. Most students in year 10 will study the Design Technology programme and specialise in one of the following areas:
	Resistant Materials
	Graphics
	Food
	Textiles
Design Technology aims to provide you with an understanding of the role Design plays in society and the world around us. You will carry out a number of 'Design and Make' tasks in your chosen area of Design Technology which will involve:
	Examining existing products
	Testing materials
	Individual research
	Developing ideas through the design process
	Practical skills
	Evaluation

All areas in Design Technology require Information Communication Technology. You will be taught how to use:
	Microsoft Office
	Corel Draw to enhance design and practical work.
	Pro/Desktop for 3D design
	Computer Aided-Design/ Manufacture
	The internet for individual research

Design Technology has two levels of examination:

Higher	*Grade A - D**
Foundation	Grade C - G

The Design Technology course is assessed in two parts:

Coursework	60%	Design and Make Task
Examination	40%	Paper 1. Design Paper 2. Technical knowledge

Graham Wyman

If you would like to know more about this course, please ask any of the Design Technology teachers or Mr Wyman Subject Leader of Technology in room 33.

The Technology Department: Mr Wyman, Miss Adamson. Mrs Bonaccorsi, Miss Brigham, Ms Campbell, Mr Coleman, Mrs Davidson, Mr Hartley, Mr North, Miss Shaw, Mr Thomas, Mr White