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Design Technology

Introduction

Design and Technology by definition is about the future. It's about how we can find ways to improve the way we live; how we can build a better environment; how we can make advances in sustainable design. Here at The Sutton Academy we aim to offer a broad curriculum, allowing all our students the opportunity to access the most current technologies, with the best resources available. Our students will develop the skills to approach all challenges focussing on creative solutions, rather than dwelling on problems. The Design and Technology department exists to inspire our students to become the best versions of themselves, every day.

Years 7, 8 & 9 

What will I study?

In Year 7, you will study the following topics;

  • Workshop skills
  • How to become a designer
  • Biomimicry
  • Colour theory
  • Rendering skills
  • Motion and levers

In Year 8, you will study the following topics;

  • Specialist workshop skills
  • Designing for sustainability
  • Soldering skills
  • Electronics
  • CAD
  • CAM

In Year 9, you will study the following topics;

  • Specialist manufacturing skills
  • Specialist electronics
  • Specialist workshop skills
  • Joinery
What skills will I develop?

Year 7:

  • Colour theory
  • Rendering skills
  • Workshop skills

Year 8:

  • Workshop skills
  • Electronics
  • Designing

Year 9:

  • Workshop skills
  • Manufacturing skills
  • Design theory
How will I be assessed?

Year 7:

  • SSS assessments
  • 3 tracking assessments

Year 8:

  • SSS assessments
  • 3 tracking assessments

Year 9:

  • SSS assessments
  • 3 tracking assessments

Curriculum Maps 

Years 10 & 11 

What will I study?

In Year 10, you will study the following topics;

  • Materials and their categories
  • Motion and levers
  • New and emerging technologies
  • Systems approach to designing
  • Energy generation
  • Ecological and social footprint
  • Specialist tools of equipment
  • Forces and stresses

In Year 11, you will study the following topics;

  • Non-examined assessments
  • Material finishes
  • Ergonomics
  • Anthropometrics
  • The work of others
What skills will I develop?

Year 10:

  • Designing skills
  • Workshop skills
  • Specialist workshop skills
  • Computer aided design skills
  • Computer aided manufacture skills

Year 11:

  • Manufacture skills
  • Designing skills
  • Specialist workshop skills
  • Analysis skills
How will I be assessed?

Year 10:

  • SSS assessments for each topic
  • 3 tracking assessments
  • End of year mock exams

Year 11:

  • SSS assessments for each topic
  • 3 tracking assessments
  • End of year mock exams

Curriculum Maps  

Year 10 

GCSE Design Core - Unit Core Technical Principles
Unit 1

1.1 New and emerging technologies Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
1.2 Energy generation and storage Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
1.3 Developments in new materials Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
1.4 Systems approach to designing Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
1.5 Mechanical devices Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
1.6 Materials and their properties Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan

GCSE Design Core - Unit Core Technical Principles
Unit 2

2.1 Selection of materials and components Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.2 Forces and stresses Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.3 Ecological and social footprint Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.4 Sources and origins Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.5 Using and working with materials Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.6 Stock forms, types and sizes Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.7 Scales of production Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.8 Specialist techniques and processes Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
2.9 Surface treatments and finishes Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan

GCSE Design NEA - Unit Non Examined assessment  Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan

Construction Unit 1 The Built Environment  Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan
Construction Unit 3  Knowledge Rich Curriculum Plan

Key Stage 5 

What will I study?

Year 12:

  • Materials and their properties
  • Performance characteristics of materials
  • Enhancements of materials
  • Enhancement of materials
  • Forming, redistribution and addition processes
  • The use of finishes
  • Modern and industrial scales of practice
  • Digital Design
  • Requirements of product design
  • Health and safety
  • Protecting designs
  • Feasibility studies

Year 13:

  • Design methods
  • Design theory
  • Technology and cultural changes
  • Design process
  • Critical analysis
  • Selecting appropriate tools and equipment
  • Accuracy in design and manufacture
  • Responsible design
  • Designing for manufacture
  • National and international standards in product design
What skills will I develop?

Year 12:

  • Understanding of materials
  • Material properties
  • Manufacture of different materials
  • Links to industry
  • Computer aided design
  • Computer aided manufacture
  • Material finishes
  • Scales of production
  • Designing for manufacture

Year 13:

  • Design theory
  • Design styles and eras
  • Designers work
  • Technology and culture
  • Social, Moral and Ethical
  • Analysis of design
  • Specialist manufacture
  • Design and manufacture systems
How will I be assessed?

Year 12:

  • SSS assessments after each topic
  • 3 tracking assessments
  • End of year mock

Year 13:

  • SSS assessments after each topic
  • 3 tracking assessments
  • End of year mock

Curriculum Maps 

Further Information

All of our subject staff will be able to assist you with any further information you require. We will always be available to answer questions in the Technology Plaza.

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