Year 8

Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. Using creativity and imagination, our students design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts, considering their own and others’ needs, wants and values. Students learn how to take risks, becoming resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable citizens. Through the evaluation of past and present design and technology, they develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world.

Students will complete 3 learning modules: Product Design, Food and Nutrition and Fashion and Textiles.

Modules	Programme of Study	Key Assessment Tasks
Food and Nutrition	Design Individual choice of ingredients and presentation of dishes to suit family dietary needs. Jam tarts, Quiche, Lemon cheesecake, Muffins, Smoothie, Seasonal biscuits, Tomato soup, Vegetable stir fry with noodles, Chilli con carne, Chicken fried rice Make Technical Knowledge Knife skills. Safe use of hob and oven. Pastry making – shortcrust. Mixing – muffin batter. Use of blender – smoothie and soup. Fruit and vegetable preparation. Cooking methods - Stir frying, boiling, simmering, baking. Shaping/forming.	Students will design, make and evaluate: Jam tarts, Quiche, Lemon cheesecake, Muffins, Smoothie, Seasonal biscuits, Tomato soup, Vegetable stir fry with noodles, Chilli con carne, Chicken fried rice
Product Design	Design Analyse the work of past and present designers to generate creative ideas and avoid stereotypical responses Develop and communicate design ideas using annotated sketches Test, evaluate and refine their ideas, taking into account the views of intended users and other interested groups Make Making Prototypes: Card Modelling Cutting and Shaping: Tenon Saw, Coping Saw, Hacksaw, Rasps, Files, Pillar Drill, Disc Sander, CNC Router and Laser Cutter Joining: Pin and Glue, Wood Screws, Epoxy Resin Finishes: Wood Stain and Acrylic Paint Design Movements: Memphis Technical Knowledge	Students will design, make and evaluate: Memphis Model A product that tells you the time
Fashion and Textiles	Design Analyse the work of past and present designers to generate creative ideas and avoid stereotypical responses Develop and communicate design ideas using annotated sketches Test, evaluate and refine their ideas, taking into account the views of intended users and other interested groups Cup Caddy from scraps of fabric. Pencil roll Phone pillow Cup Caddy from scraps of fabric. Pencil roll Phone pillow Make Technical Knowledge Sewing machines Measuring skills Cutting skills Modifications and testing.	Students will design, make and evaluate:

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