Design and Technology | 0445

Design process - Identification of needs, analysis and research, design brief and specification Design process - Generation and development of ideas, use of drawing, modelling, CAD Design process - Evaluation of ideas, testing, feedback, refinement Design process - Communication of design ideas: sketches, formal drawings, digital presentation Resistant materials - Types of materials: woods, metals, plastics, composites, smart materials Resistant materials - Properties and characteristics of materials, suitability for use Resistant materials - Tools and equipment: hand tools, power tools, machine tools Resistant materials - Processes: cutting, shaping, joining, finishing Resistant materials - Commercial processes and manufacturing methods Graphics - Drawing techniques: freehand, orthographic, isometric, perspective Graphics - Presentation techniques: rendering, exploded views, assembly drawings Graphics - Use of ICT and CAD in graphics Systems and control - Mechanical systems: levers, linkages, gears, pulleys, cams, cranks Systems and control - Electronic systems: input, process, output devices, logic systems Systems and control - Structures: forces, stability, strength, frameworks, reinforcement Textiles - Types of fibres and fabrics: natural, synthetic, blended, smart textiles Textiles - Properties and characteristics, suitability for end-use Textiles - Processes: pattern drafting, cutting, joining, finishing Textiles - Decoration and enhancement: printing, dyeing, embroidery, appliqué Textiles - Commercial processes: production techniques, quality control Product analysis and evaluation - Analysis of existing products: function, aesthetics, ergonomics, sustainability Product analysis and evaluation - Evaluation methods: testing, user feedback, cost analysis Product analysis and evaluation - Environmental and ethical considerations in product design