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Product Design Key Stage 4

 
What is a GCSE in Product Design?
Product design revolves around the system life cycle. A problem has to be identified before a design can be formulated. Research is needed to find out exactly what the customers want. The most appropriate materials and tools must then be selected for production. Although many materials must be known about only non-resistant materials will be used here. Anyone wanting wood or metal work should look for a City College course. However, it does include smart materials which can be formed in to a shape which it then keeps. 
 
Subject areas which will be covered over the two years are:
Year 10
  • Pupils will be encouraged to become more informed consumers and designers. 
  • They will learn how to evaluate different commercial products and the manufacturing processes used during production. 
  • To do this they will also study the components and materials used in design and manufacture.
 
Year 11
  • Pupils will be given opportunities to improve their own design skills and to consider market influences.
  • They will demonstrate their skills by completing coursework tasks.  
 
How will I be assessed?
60% Coursework
A number of coursework topics must be covered, the best of which is entered for assessment and attracts 60% of the total marks.
 
40% Written Paper
There are two written, design related, papers which total 2 ½ hours and makes up 40% of the marks.
 
What will I learn?
  • Gain knowledge, understanding and skills needed to work in the design industry
  • Gain experience at design projects
 
Possible pathways from this subject:
Careers
  • Marketing and consumer research
  • Product design, Art or Engineering
 
College courses
  • Product Design A/AS level
  • Engineering courses at NVQ  and City Guilds levels
  • BTEC in Art and Design or Mechanical Engineering
 
 
Further information from Mr Hughes, teacher in charge of Product Design
Last Modified: 19/08/2008
Graphics and Design Technology
  • Product Design Key Stage 4
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