Design & Technology (GCSE)
With a specialism in either Resistant Materials Technology (RMT) or Textiles Technology
Introduction
GCSE Design & Technology enables you to specialise in either RMT or Textiles whilst also extending your knowledge of designing and making generally. GCSE D&T is both theoretical and practical in nature. It is an exam-based course with both Core theory (a mixture of all ADT areas) and Specialist theory forming the basis of exam questions. The D&T specification also requires considerable amounts of Maths and Science knowledge which is applied in design-based situations.
EDUQAS - Design & Technology exam board specification.
Homework
Year 10
Homework is an integral part of the course and is set fortnightly using Google classroom in order to prepare for Year 11 and the written exam.
Homework will cover the following technical principles
- Design and technology and our world
- Smart materials, composites and technical textiles
- Electronic systems and programmable components
- Mechanical components and devices
- Materials
Year 11
In year 11, homework will continue to be set as and when appropriate. Google classroom will also have access to past papers, links to revision sites (such as Seneca Learning and GCSE pod) and helpful hints and tips regarding preparation for the final exam.
Assessment
You will undertake a single Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) (approx. 35 hours) which will involve exploring, creating and evaluating product(s) from a list of contextual challenges set by the exam board on 1st June. You will submit a prototype, a “sketch book” project folder and a final presentation folio.
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Topic |
How am I assessed? |
% of final grade |
|
Design and Technology in the 21st Century. (15% of your exam will test Maths and Science knowledge) |
Written exam (2 hours) 100 marks |
50% |
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NEA (Coursework Project). |
Approx. 35 hours 100 marks |
50% |
