The KS3 design and technology curriculum aims to develop student’s confidence, knowledge and understanding of both the design process and technology in our modern world.
Vision/Intent
In this subject, students are introduced to a range of different materials studying both their purposes and properties. Design in all its forms should enable students to develop personal creativity as well as the ability to develop analytical thought and problem-solving skills.
During year 7 students receive one lesson a week in design and technology and will develop their understanding of the design process through guided projects that allow students to build a foundation of knowledge for further study. Students will explore a range of traditional and contemporary engineers and designers alongside building a bank of subject-specific terminology. Additionally, students will begin to develop the use of hand tools, machine tools and electrical design & test equipment.
During year 8 students receive one lesson a week in design and technology and will continue to develop their understanding of the design process through guided projects that allow them to build the necessary knowledge for further study. Students will improve the use of hand tools, machine tools and electrical test equipment.
Year 7
| Autumn Term | Spring Term | Summer Term |
| 3D Acrylic Project:
Students develop design skills to create and manufacture a 3D acrylic product:
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Electrical Project:
Students to apply their understanding of the basic principles of electrical components and circuits to a design project:
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3D Resistant Material Project:
Students engage in the design process to create a 3D product using materials of choice in the Design and Technology workshop:
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| Enrichment/Extracurricular | ||
| Students can access a range of additional resources through both Google Classroom and the Student Google Site to help develop their own emerging interest in Design and Technology.
In addition, Period 7 options offer a range of enrichment such as Model Club. Options for Period 7 change termly. |
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Year 8
| Autumn Term | Spring Term | Summer Term |
| 2D Acrylic – Project
Students engage in the design process to create and manufacture a 2D acrylic product
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Electrical Principles
Students develop an understanding of the basic principles of electrical components and circuits
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3D Resistant Materials – Project
Students engage in the design process to create a 3D product using wood materials in the Design and Technology workshop
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