Resistant Materials Technology
Design and Technology at GCSE is a challenging, demanding and stimulating course. You will experience much of the course through a hands-on approach by working with a variety of materials and graphical techniques.
Projects can be developed through the use of computer facilities for CAD/CAM and other IT applications.
The final grade at GCSE is taken from coursework (60%) and written paper (40%).
Controlled Assessment
Although a number of projects are produced during the first year of the course, both individually and as part of a team, the project produced in the final year is likely to be the one used for assessment. The project has to be selected by the candidate and must include a 3D piece with a supporting folder.
Written Paper
There is one examination. The paper relates to a theme set by the examination board and examines your knowledge of design, understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, safety procedures and applications of technology.
Design Technology develops visual, creative and technical expertise. These are valuable skills both generally and, if studied in subsequent years, in relation to engineering and design, but not exclusively so.
The course demands energy and enthusiasm and will offer a unique approach to your academic work.