Design is fundamentally concerned with solving practical problems in a creative and efficient manner. It encourages students to see the importance of design as an essential element in all aspects of life. The second year project can often be a stepping stone, developing links with local industry, hospitals and schools providing genuine problems and needs which require an innovative and often unique solution to be produced. The subject’s appeal lies in its flexibility, allowing diverse areas and interests to be studied which can lead to careers in art, science, design, engineering and technology. saltash.net community school has a strong tradition of students going on to university to study all facets of design including product design, automotive design, architecture, glass and ceramics to name but a few. The opportunities are endless!
Name: A Level Design Technology (Product Design) Qualification title: GCE A Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Year 12 - AS Unit 1 Written Exam - 2 Hours Weighting - 50% of total AS - 25% of total A Level marks This paper is based primarily on Materials and Components, consisting of three sections Section 1 contains compulsory limited response questions Section 2 offers a choice of one question from two Section 3 contains one compulsory question 80 marks for unit 1 Unit 2 Coursework - Approximately 50 hours Weighting - 50% of total AS - 25% of total A Level marks Written (or electronic) design portfolio Candidate record form and manufactured outcome(s) Candidate submits evidence of a single, substantial design and making activity. Coursework may take a number of forms; a single design-and-make project, two smaller projects and/or a portfolio of work. 80 marks for unit 2 Year 13 - A Level Unit 3 Written Exam - 2 hours Weighting - 25% of total A Level marks This paper is based primarily on Design and Manufacture, consisting of two sections with a choice of three questions from six. Candidates are required to answer one question from each section and also a final question from either section. This written paper will include sufficient synoptic assessment to test the candidates’ understanding of the connections between the different elements of the subject and their holistic understanding of the subject. 84 marks for unit 3 Unit 4 Coursework - Approx 60 hours Weighting - 25% of the total A Level marks Written (or electronic) design folder Candidate record form and manufactured outcome(s) Candidate submits evidence Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20151120 14:10:02 Updated 20160922 11:18:49
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