Design and Technology
Art and Design Department
As a department we are determined to strive for the very best for our students. We provide every opportunity for our pupils to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of Art to become confident independent learners; who are willing to take risks and try new techniques and share ideas. Pupils should develop a wide range of skills in Art and Design from observational drawing, sculpture and print making.
Pupils will be shown how to communicate their ideas and personal responses to projects using a variety of techniques. They will be encouraged to investigate a multitude of artists and designers that inspire new and exciting ideas from our students.
Pupils should feel passionate about the subject; show a willingness to explore an abundance of mediums and techniques. Whilst being supported by teachers that continue to have a thirst and passion for Art and Design.
| Key Stage 3 Curriculum 2016-2017 Department: Design and Technology Head of Department: Mr Edwards |
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| Year 7 Resistant Materials | |
| Number of lessons a fortnight | 1 |
| Autumn term topics | Key fob project |
| Spring term topics | Puzzle making project |
| Summer term topics | Electronic project |
| Homework | Homework projects that support learning throughout the year |
| Good source of information for additional reading | BBC bitesize KS3 |
| Year 7 Graphic Products | |
| Number of lessons a fortnight | 2 |
| Autumn term topics | Researching and developing ideas |
| Spring term topics | Exploring Computer Aided Design (CAD) |
| Summer term topics | Making prototypes |
| Homework | Homework projects that support learning throughout the year |
| Good source of information for additional reading | BBC bitesize KS3 |
| Year 7 Textiles | |
| Number of lessons a fortnight | 2 |
| Autumn term topics | Make you own mini soft toy monsters |
| Spring term topics | Design your own fleece animal hat |
| Summer term topics | Students carousel with Food technology for this term |
| Homework | Homework projects that support the learning throughout the year |
| Good source of information for additional reading | BBC bitsize KS3 |
| Year 7 Food and Nutrition | |
| Number of lessons a week | 1 |
| Cycle Topics | Basic knife skills, Accurate weighing and measuring Using the cooker Food hygiene Sensory evaluation Melting method, rubbing-in method Nutritional requirements of teenagers âStudents will be taking part in practical lessons once a fortnight. |
| Homework | Twice a cycle |
| Good source of information for additional reading | TheEatwellGuide âwww.foodafactoflife.org.uk |
| Year 8 Resistant Materials | |
| Number of lessons a week | Every student has 1-2 lessons a week |
| Autumn term topics | Photo frame |
| Spring term topics | Electronic project |
| Summer term topics | Steady hand game |
| Homework | Homework projects that support the learning throughout the year |
| Good source of additional information | BBC bitsize KS3 |
| Year 8 Textiles | |
| Number of lessons a week | Every student has 1-2 lessons a week |
| Autumn term topics | Pencil Case project |
| Spring term topics | Pop Art Cushion |
| Summer term topics | Students carousel with Food technology for this term |
| Homework | Homework projectsthat support the learning throughout the year |
| Good source of additional information | BBC bitsize KS3 |
| Year 8 Food and Nutrition | |
| Number of lessons a week | 1 |
| Cycle Topics | Recap Basic knife skills 5 a day message – fruit and vegetables in the diet Using the cooker Food hygiene Introduction to the principles of Fair Testing The science underlying bread making and raising agents Introduction to Dietary Reference Values Making yeast doughs Handling raw meat Stir frying and vegetable cuts Proteins, fats and carbohydrates Students will be taking part in practical lessons once a fortnight. |
| Homework | Twice a cycle |
| Good source of information for additional reading | TheEatwellGuide âwww.foodafactoflife.org.uk |
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Key Stage 4 Curriculum 2016-2017 |
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| Year 9 Resistant Materials | |
| Number of lessons a fortnight | 5 |
| Autumn term topics | Clock project |
| Spring term topics | Working with metals |
| Summer term topics | Working with plastics |
| Homework | Supporting theory |
| Good source of information for additional reading |
AQA Design and Technology |
| Year 11 Resistant Materials | |
| Number of lessons a week | Students have2-3 lessons a week |
| Autumn term topics | Assessment Objective 1 and 2 |
| Spring term topics | Assessment Objective 3 and 4 |
| Summer term topics | Exam Revision |
| Homework | Theory development |
| Good source of information for additional reading | AQA Design and Technology BBC Bitesize |
| Year 9 Textiles | |
| Number of lessons a fortnight | 5 |
| Autumn term topics | Foundation skills, Designing for a client,mini projects,Fibres and Fabrics |
| Spring term topics | Product Analysis, hot water bottle covers, pyjamas, trends and market research |
| Summer term topics | Bags, electronic doorstops, modern textiles, cushions, ethical and environmental issues |
| Homework | Supporting theory |
| Good source of information for additional reading | AQA Design and Technology BBC Bitesize |
| Year 10 Textiles | |
| Number of lessons a week | Students have 2-3 lessons a week |
| Autumn term topics | Controlled Assessment, supported by theory |
| Spring term topics | Controlled Assessment, supported by theory |
| Summer term topics | Controlled Assessment, supported by theory |
| Homework | Revision notes on key topics, completion of drafted pages for Controlled Assessment |
| Good source of information for additional reading | AQA Design and Technology BBC Bitesize |
