COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Product Design Grade 4.
WHAT IS THE COURSE CONTENT AND HOW WILL I BE EXAMINED?
Product Design encompasses the science behind materials, maths behind basic engineering as well as core practical skills. Within this course you will learn about the social, ethical and moral decisions designers and engineers face as well as investigating materials and their properties. There is a substantial design and make project within year 13 and students will refine their practical skills throughout year 12.
STUDENTS WILL BE EXAMINED BY:
Exam (1): Based upon technical principals. It is a 2.5 hour exam and is worth 30% of the A-Level
Exam (2): Based upon design and make principals. It is a 1.5 hour exam and is worth 20% of the A-Level
Non-Exam assessment: Substantial design and make project. It is worth 50% of the A-Level.
A-Level Exam Board:
AQA
Contact details:
Head of department Miss S Cowell
s.cowell@st-nicholas.cheshire.sch.uk
ST NICHOLAS EXTRA:
Students are given one-to-one help during lunch time and after school sessions as well as access to extensive workshop and IT facilities.
