DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY PRODUCT DESIGN (3D DESIGN)

What is the course about?

The course offers students opportunities both for a broad involvement in Technology and for a study in depth of specific areas of the materials, product analysis, etc.

What will I learn?

Students will be involved in analysing, designing and making products which fulfill specific needs. Whilst there will be a strong emphasis on CAD / CAM, design drafting and “craft” skills will also be developed.

You will

• develop an understanding of industrial practices.

• use ProDesktop CAD

• use various CAM machines for batch production.

• develop an understanding of materials and components.

The units are:-

Unit 1

Materials and components – awareness in a design context..

Unit 2

Product Development (coursework)

Design + Make Project. (Approx 40 hours)

Design folio and realisation to be submitted.

Unit 3

Design and market influences – based on a set theme.

When does the course start?

The course starts in September of each year.

How do I attend?

Normal daytime attendance.

Who is the awarding Body?

AQA

How long does the course last?

The course is taught as a one-year programme, at each level:
AS - 1 year
A2 - 1 year.

What does this course lead on to?

You may progress to A2 level.

AS and A2 levels are recognised qualifications for a wide range of courses in Higher Education.

Career Opportunities:

The syllabus has been designed with the demands of both modern industry and higher education in mind, so opportunities are very wide ranging.

A few examples are:

All aspects of Engineering, eg Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Structural.

Product design

Manufacturing Technology

CAD/CAM

Design Engineer

Armed Forces – Commissioned Officer (Engineering/Artificer)

Are there any entry requirments?

This specification is a development of many of the GCSE courses. Students should ideally have a Grade 'B' or above in a suitable GCSE subject, e.g. Design & Technology (Systems & Control), Design & Technology (Electronic Products) or Design & Technology (Resistant Materials).

Are there any other requirements?

It is essential that students should have a strong interest in designing, modelling, making and evaluating products or systems.

CAD (ProDesktop) and Electronic design software will be available for registered students and therefore access to a home P.C. would be beneficial.

How is the course assessed?

Unit 1 Examination 30% AS (15% A2) January

Written paper (including design exercises) optional questions on materials and components. 90 min exam. Externally assessed

Unit 2 Coursework 40% AS (20% A2) May.

Design and Make Project.
Internally assessed - externally moderated. 

Unit 3 Examination 30% AS (15% A2) June

Written paper on the preset theme set by the examination board.90 min exam. Externally assessed.

Unit 4 Product Study 15% A2 June 2^nd Year

Written study about a particular product, focussing on the design and some aspect of manufacture.

Unit 5 Coursework 20% A2 June 2^nd Year

Design and Make Project.
Internally assessed - externally moderated.

Unit 6 Terminal Examination 15% A2 June 2^nd Year

Written paper (including design exercises) optional questions with a focus on products and/or designers. 90 min exam. Externally assessed

How much does the course cost?

All students who are joining a full time course and are under 19 years of age on the 1st September as their course commences, will not be required to pay tuition fees or examination fees.
Otherwise: To be confirmed.

Are there any exam fees?

Exam fees are not payable by 16-19 year olds sitting these units for the first time.
Mature students will be advised as to the exam fees when enrolling prior to the start of the course.

Whom should I contact for advice?

Mr I. Farrell
Tollbar B & E College
Station Road
New Waltham
Grimsby
N E Lincs
DN36 4RZ

Tel: 01472 500505

Equal opportunities (statement)