Design and Technology (Product Design)

Assessment

- One unit of coursework. - Two examinations. - You will undertake a substantial design, make and evaluate project that is centred on the iterative processes of explore create and evaluate. This will require you to identify a design opportunity or problem of your own choice and create a chronological portfolio supported by real-time evidence of your project development that highlights your approach to the project. You’ll also test a final prototype against the user and market. - The principles exam will assess your analysis of existing products, technical knowledge and understanding of materials, product functionality and manufacturing processes and techniques, which allows you to demonstrate your understanding of design thinking and wider social, moral and environmental issues that impact the design and manufacturing industries. - The problem-solving exam will assess your ability to apply your knowledge, understanding and skills in designing and manufacturing prototypes and products to solve a series of problems with existing products and their relationships with contexts.