Design and Technology (Engineering)
Corby Technical School - North Northamptonshire
01536213100
Cottingham Road, Corby, NN17 1TD
Course summary

The subject content of this component is focused on electronics and engineered products and systems and their analysis with respect to · materials and components, their selection and uses in products/systems · wider issues affecting design decisions. It is essential that materials, components, and systems are studied from the perspective of analyzing modern engineered products. Learners should gain practical experience in using materials, components, and systems, and, where possible, the content that follows should be learned through applied practical activities, set within realistic design scenarios. The aim of the component is to give learners a framework for analyzing existing products/systems that enable them to make considered selections of appropriate materials, components, systems, and manufacturing processes when designing. The component brings together the knowledge, understanding, and skills acquired in the NEA.

Entry requirements

Merit or above in Engineering or a Grade 6 or above in Design and Technology if studied or Grade 6 or above in Mathematics, Physics or Combined Science. For students holding a Merit a minimum of Grade 5 in Mathematics and Physics are also required

How you'll be assessed

The A Level course is assessed by Two written exam papers 25% each One internal Non-exam assessment of 50%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNorth Northamptonshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCottingham Road, Corby, NN17 1TD