Design & Technology

Head of Department: Mr B.J.Rogers

Teaching Staff: Mrs M.J.Hunt       Mrs A Hale      Mr N Waring

Technicians: Mr K. Shaw      Mrs C. Barrell

 

 

Welcome to the Weobley High School’s Design and Technology Department.

 

This is a subject for all pupils, irrespective of ability and gender. It has the central aim of giving the children of the school an opportunity to construct, create and invent. Lessons take place in the ground floor workshop area and on the top floor food and textiles suites.

 

Learning activities are essentially practical with either the making or acquisition of technical skills being the main focus or as in several tasks, where pupils are encouraged to design and make their own solutions to practical problems.

The time allocation for key stage three is based on two one hour lessons each week with classes being no larger than 21 pupils.

 

The national curriculum for Design and Technology is delivered by specialist teachers providing lessons in each of the four main subjects of food, textiles, resistant materials and graphics.

The accommodation consists of a suite of rooms for food and textiles, a multi-material craft and machine workshop, a CAD/CAM classroom and construction workshop.

Throughout key stage three, each week every pupils attends a lesson centred on resistant material and graphics and a lesson in food and textiles.

 

 

Carved and decorated wooden boxes. Made by year 9 pupils to contain their individually designed travel games

 

·         Health & Safety	·         CAD CAM	·         Tools & Equipment
·         Practical Skills	·         Product Development	·         Industrial Practice
·         Healthy Eating	·         Nutrition	·         Sensory Analysis
·         Fibres & Fabrics	·         Creative Textiles	·         Construction techniques

 

At several critical points throughout key stage 3 & 4, the department undertakes with specific groups of students out of school activities. During the summer term, year 8 pupils visit a UK site of technological interest. The most recent visit to Bristol included a tour of Brunel’s suspension bridge and the SS Great Britain. Similar residential visits have also been made to North Wales and Portsmouth.

 

Subject Title	DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY : FOOD
Qualification	GCSE
Exam Board	AQA SPECIFICATION 4547
Levels of Entry	One tier of assessment covering grades A* - G
Final Assessment	The final grade is determined by examination and coursework. An assessment task accounts for 60 % of the final grade and consists of a single extended design and make activity. The final written examination makes up the other 40 %.
Brief Syllabus Details	The specification covers three areas of Food Technology: ·         Materials and Components ·         Processes and Manufacture ·         Design and Making
What will I do in lessons?	Practical work is an essential part of the course and it is anticipated that this will be carried out on a regular weekly basis. The majority of the specification will be covered in Year 10 through mini-projects and will include planning, practical and theory lessons. The majority of Year 11 lessons are devoted to the completion of the assessment task and preparation for the final examination.
Homework	Homework is set regularly. In Year 10 it is used as an essential extension of the projects studied in class. In Year 11 it is an essential element of assessment and examination preparation.
Ongoing assessment	Feedback will be provided throughout the course, informing candidates of their current attainment and targets for improvement.
Differentiation	Food Technology is taught in mixed ability groups. Generally all candidates attempt the same project work and assessment task. Support or extension work is available.
Extra-curricular	In addition after school sessions are offered throughout Year 11 for any student who requires extra guidance or time to complete coursework and/or prepare for the final examination.

 

 

 

Subject Title	DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY : TEXTILES
Qualification	GCSE
Exam Board	AQA SPECIFICATION 4572
Levels of Entry	One tier only. Single exam – Grades A* - G
Final Assessment	The final grade is determined by examination and controlled assessment. Controlled assessment accounts for 60 % of the final grade and consists of one extended project. The final written examination makes up the other 40 %.
Brief Syllabus Details	The specification covers a number of areas of Textile Technology:       Textile Materials and Components Textile Product Design, Development and Market Influences Textile Processes and Product Manufacture Environmental Effects Product Analysis ICT
What will I do in lessons?	Practical work is an essential part of the course and it is anticipated that this will be carried out on a regular weekly basis. The majority of the specification will be covered in Year 10 through mini-projects and will include planning, practical and theory lessons. These projects will allow candidates to improve their Design and Practical skills. The majority of Year 11 lessons are devoted to the completion of controlled assessment and preparation for the final examination.
Homework	Homework is set regularly. In Year 10 it is used as an essential extension of the projects studied in class. Homework may include written and design tasks.
Ongoing assessment	Feedback will be provided throughout the course, informing candidates of their current attainment and targets for improvement.
Differentiation	Textile Technology is taught in mixed ability groups. Generally all candidates attempt the same project work and controlled assessment .
Extra-curricular	Facilities are always available in the lunch hour or after school for candidates to discuss their work or to complete homework / controlled assessment – by arrangement with the teacher.

 

  

 

 

 

Subject Title	Construction
Qualification	BTec Construction Level 2 Extended Certificate at Pass, Merit, Distinction – equivalent to GCSE grades CC, BB, AA and A*A*
Exam Board	Edexcel
Levels of Entry	A commitment and interest in working in the construction sector
Final Assessment	There is no final examination. Students will complete 6 units of work which are internally assessed and externally moderated.
Brief Syllabus Details	The course consists of 2 core modules and 1 specialist module. The core modules are:   1.    An introduction to the Construction Industry 2.    Exploring Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction   The specialist module has a much more practical content. The current focus is on carpentry and joinery however this may alter. This module will be selected based on the needs and interests of the group.  Students should note that they will be required to gather a variety of written based evidence, as well as the practical element of the assessment.
What will I do in lessons?	Lessons involve a wide variety of learning activities including practical work and investigation, the use of ICT and opportunities to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the construction industry.
Homework	Homework is set as and when required.
Ongoing assessment	In each unit there are a number of assignments set forming coursework that is moderated and assessed over both Year 10 and 11.
Differentiation	Students who opt for construction cover a wide ability range. Individual needs will be met through varied teaching and learning styles.
Qualities for success	A practical and enquiring mind as well as an aptitude and interest in working in the construction sector.
Beyond GCSE	Edexcel’s BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Construction is designed to provide a broad introduction to working in the sector and offer opportunities for accessing further study, such as a BTEC National qualification or an appropriate NVQ.

 

During year 10, student are invited to apply for a place on the Business and Manufacturing Compact scheme. Organised by the local chamber of Commerce and Hereford Group Training, visits are made to businesses which make commercial products. To complete the experience of the manufacturing industry further trips are taken to Universities and higher education colleges.

Shropshire young chef competition 2011. Achieved best team award, best main course & overall winners of senior category