Engineering

Course summary

A Level Design Engineering (H404) QAN Code: 603/1131/9 The course is designed as a natural progression from either Engineering or Design Technology. The course is broken down into 3 distinct areas: 1. Principles of Design Engineering 2. Problem Solving in Design Engineering 3. Iterative Design Project The content of this title is focused towards engineered and electronic products and systems; the analysis of these in respect of function, operation, components and materials, in order to understand their application and uses in engineered products/systems that have commercial viability. Exams: 50% of the course 1. Principles of Design Engineering 1hr 45 (26.7%) This paper is set out through four sets of questions that predominantly cover technical principles within each endorsed title. Learners will be required to: • analyse existing products • demonstrate applied mathematical skills • demonstrate their technical knowledge of materials, product functionality, manufacturing processes and techniques • demonstrate their understanding of wider social, moral and environmental issues that impact on the design and manufacturing industries. 2. Problem Solving in Design Engineering 1 hr 30 (23.3%) This component has a series of longer answer questions that require learners to demonstrate their problem solving and critical evaluation skills. Learners will be required to: • apply their knowledge, understanding and skills of designing and manufacturing prototypes and products • demonstrate their higher thinking skills to solve problems and evaluate situations and suitability of design solutions. NEA (non-exam assessment): Iterative Design Project (50%) The ‘Iterative Design Project’ requires learners to undertake a substantial design, make and evaluate project centred on the iterative processes of explore, create and evaluate. Learners identify a design opportunity or problem from a context of their own choice and create a portfolio of evidence in real time through the project to demonstrate their competence. How will I be assessed? Exams 50%: 1. Principles of Design Engineering 2. Problem Solving in Design Engineering NEA 50%: Iterative Design Project Future Opportunities - Students can access engineering courses through both degree and apprenticeship routes into fields such as Mechanical, Electronic, Civil Engineering and Design Engineering.