Design Technology
Design Technology Department
Subject overview:
In Design and Technology we prepare students to participate confidently and successfully in an increasingly technological world. Students learn from the wider influences of Design and Technology including historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic factors. Students will work creatively to identify and solve problems through designing and making, applying technical and practical skills to make different products using a range of materials.
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Key Stage 3 Curriculum information:
Students learn through project-based activities which are linked to a set brief. Research is undertaken to gain an understanding of existing products and to collect inspiration material. They learn design and making principles which enable them to create their own ideas. These are then developed through modelling and testing to produce creative solutions to the problems identified. Students experiment to develop techniques and practical skills to understand how to use a wide range of tools and materials. They use this understanding make their own products, which are then analysed and evaluated. They also learn how to use Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM). There is also an element of theory to support the projects being undertaken.
Key Stage 4:
Students interested in developing their three-dimensional creative skills further can opt to take GCSE 3D Design which is part of our Art curriculum Ash Manor School - Art
Extra curricular opportunities:
We run a DT club for Years 7 and 8 as well as a more advanced club for Year 9 pupils. These opportunities enable students to develop further interest in the subject outside of the classroom as well as skills in more complex areas.
Related careers:
Design and Technology provides students with a thorough grounding in a broad range of skills which play an important role in today’s world. This would aid accessing exciting and varied career opportunities that could include: exhibition designer, furniture designer, industrial/product designer, interior designer, advertising art director, automotive engineer, graphic designer, architect, materials engineer, product manager, retail buyer and product developer.
