Design & Technology

Our Vision

As committed and enthusiastic experts in our respective fields, we bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from industry, into the classroom. We strive to equip pupils with the skills and qualifications to go on and become the next generation of creative practitioners in their chosen field. Our mission is to build confidence and encourage pupils to take ownership of their work and to develop their thinking into creative ideas. We are a cohesive department, linked between subjects that offer pupils a holistic experience of the design process from sketch to a final outcome.

Department

We are proud to offer a full range of creative subjects in DT, at Hyde High School. We have brand new purpose built Design and Technology suites with all of the latest equipment, one would expect to see in a state of the art department. Pupils have full access to a wide range of creative processes and techniques. Every pupil can find a discipline, or equipment, in the DT Area, which will help them develop their creative skills fully, whether it be working with traditional materials, CAD/CAM, using the laser cutter or 3D printer. The Textiles area is fully equipped with a variety of printing equipment such as: sublimation printing, a suite of sewing machines, along with the latest in CAD/CAM embroidery. The DT area also boasts some beautifully appointed kitchens, one of which has been specially designed to accommodate pupils with limited mobility. We are proud to say that the DT Department are fully inclusive areas within our school.

What We Offer

The DT department not only offers the usual suite of subjects you would expect within a successful department, but pupils enjoy an experience over and above what the National Curriculum has to offer. We offer a range of extra-curricular activities for pupils to join such as:  our F1 in schools team, the green car racing team or robotics club.  The DT clubs have forged great links with local businesses like EMR metal recycling who sponsor our green powered racing team.

There are also opportunities for pupils to get out of their classrooms and make visits to galleries and exhibitions along with our residential trip for year 7 and 8 pupils, to gain bush craft experience.

KS3 Design & Technology

Year 7

Year 7 Design and Technology

In Year 7 Design and Technology, students cover a broad curriculum and develop the key skills that will ensure they can access the curriculum in years 8 to 10. Students will learn all the basic skills, concepts, techniques and subject related software to enable them to be successful across all areas of the DT curriculum.

During Year 7 in Design and Technology, students will cover the following topics:

• Engineering Design
• Graphic Design
• Textiles
• Product Design
• Food and Nutrition
• Resistant Materials

Engineering Design

In this unit, students will be introduced to CAM and gain knowledge and make use of CAD software to create a mini torch from acrylic.

Graphic Design

In this unit, students will learn to create an original printed and laminated/encapsulated personalised door sign created using vector illustration skills in Adobe Illustrator that communicates the identity/interests of the end user. It will also help students develop an understanding of how colour, tone and line are used in graphical communication.

Textiles

In this area of Design and Technology, students will develop a basic understanding of what are textiles, how are they made and they will be able to identify the different structures used for fabrics. They will learn about the industrial revolution and how Hyde contributed to the cotton industry. Students will then undertake in a design and make project where they will learn basic embellishment and construction techniques and produce a photo frame based on their own identity.

Food and Nutrition

In this unit, students will begin to develop their knowledge and skills of Cooking and Nutrition.
They will focus on hygiene and safety and how to choose and use kitchen equipment correctly when preparing food.
They will also learn about The Eatwell Guide and the principles of healthy eating linked to food labelling and making healthy choices. When preparing food they will also learn about the principles of food science and the function of ingredients.
They will make a variety of dishes including stir fry, scones and vegetable samosas.

Resistant Materials 

In this unit, students develop a basic understanding of the properties of woods and their applications. Students also look at a range of woodworking tools and equipment and how to work safely in a workshop environment. They use this knowledge along with new skills in using workshop tools to develop a pencil box.

Year 8

Year 8 Design and Technology

In Year 8 Design and Technology, students continue to develop the basic skills and concepts learned in year 7, to a much greater depth. Students produce a design portfolio along with a range of high quality products that link to the industry sectors, for each area of design. Students look closely at the careers that are available through the different facets of the subject, completing real life assignments for each area.

During Year 8 in Design and Technology, students will cover the following topics:

• Engineering Design
• Graphic Design
• Textiles
• Food and Nutrition
• Resistant Materials

Engineering Design

In this unit, students will develop their knowledge of using 2D design software to create a functional phone holder from acrylic.

Graphic Design

In this unit, students develop their knowledge of Graphics Design by using Adobe Photoshop to create a digital collage. It will also help students develop an understanding of imagery, typography, visual balance and hierarchy. This will have been created using raster manipulation skills in Adobe Photoshop (in school) or Pixlr (at home).

Textiles

In this area of Design and Technology students will develop their understanding of textiles and the environment and design their own Fairtrade logo. They will deepen their understanding of embellishment techniques by learning how to dye fabric and how to applique a design onto fabric. Students will then undertake a design and make project where they will learn how to create design ideas influenced by the artist Jon Burgerman and produce a cushion which will further develop methods of construction learnt in year 7.

Food and Nutrition

In this unit students will build upon the knowledge and skills developed in Year 7.They will focus on food safety and food poisoning bacteria and apply this knowledge when preparing food.
Students will also learn about the principles of healthy eating and the function and sources of nutrients.
They will use a nutritional analysis program to analyse the foods we eat to enable us to make healthy food choices.
When preparing food they will be learn about the function of the ingredients and their nutritional value. They will make a variety of dishes including pizza, curry and chilli con carne.

Resisitant Materials

In this unit students look at designers and design movements and use this as inspiration to add designs to their products. Students then continue to develop their skills in the workshop environment learning new skills in hole cutting and joining materials using standard components to produce a product that can be disassembled. Students then look at producing a high quality surface finish incorporating their chosen design movement.

Year 9

Year 9 Design and Technology

In year 9, students complete 2, six week taster sessions in their chosen areas of Design and Technology. This is done by selecting their 2 preferred fields of the subject. Students then specialise in their favourite option for the last 2 terms of year 9, covering a greater depth of knowledge preparing them for KS4. 

During Year 9 in Design and Technology, students will cover the following topics:

• Engineering Design
• Graphic Design
• Textiles
• Cooking and Nutrition
• Resistant Materials

Engineering Design

Students will undertake a project to create an eco home. This project will focus on the students CAD skills utilising Google Sketchup.

Graphic Design

Students will combine graphics knowledge and skills from years 7 and 8 to learn about and explore logos and branding. They will solve a real-world design brief by combining traditional sketching skills, Adobe Illustrator vector illustration skills, Photoshop skills and paper craft skills to produce high quality working prototypes for branded fast food packaging.

Textiles

In this area of Design and Technology students will learn about smart materials and smart textiles. They will use this knowledge to design a smart product of their own for a specific target market. Students will then develop their sewing machine skills in order for students to undertake a design and development project where they will learn a wide variety of embellishment techniques and different methods of construction. These skills all build on from the knowledge and skills acquired in year 7 and 8.

Cooking and Nutrition

In this unit students focus on developing their preparation and cooking skills. They prepare and cook a variety of dishes using more complex skills based on the theme of international cuisine. The dishes they make include bread products, lasagne (having made their own pasta) and Chicken Schnitzel. Students also participate in a food presentation challenge. Whilst preparing their dishes they consider the nutritional value of the dishes and how they could be adapted to meet the needs of people with special dietary requirements.

Resistant Materials

Students look at working with a range of resistant materials and how to join them together with knock down fittings. Students produce a design for an anglepoise lamp. Students learn a range of different processes and skills including traditional woodworking, vacuum forming and laser cutting along with permanent and temporary joining techniques to produce a high quality working prototype.

KS4 Design & Technology

Textiles

DUQAS Art and Design (Textiles) is a GCSE course, giving students a glimpse into a professional sector whilst teaching them transferable skills for life.

The qualifications give learners the opportunity to build skills that show an aptitude for further learning, in Design, Technology and Art. There is no limit to progression options as the skills acquired are applicable to a range of post-16 study options.

How will you be assessed?
Learners are required to complete and achieve all the components included in the qualification.

• Component 1 is internally assessed, component 2 is an externally assessed exam.
  100% coursework, NO WRITTEN EXAM.
• Component 1 Portfolio of coursework (60%)
• Component 2 Externally set assignment (40%)

The two components focus on the assessment of knowledge, understanding, skills and material practices. These are all essential to developing a basis for progression and, therefore, learners need to achieve all components in order to achieve the qualification.

Course Specification Download (pdf)

Useful Links

Exam walk through Visit website

Textiles Google Drive Visit website

BeFunky Visit website

Technology Student Visit website

Seneca Visit website

NCFE Technical Award in Food and Cookery

About this qualification
The Level 1/2 Technical Award in Food and Cookery is designed for learners who want an introduction to food and cookery that includes a vocational and project-based element. The qualification will appeal to learners who wish to pursue a career in the food industry or progress onto further study.

Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for learners aged 14 to 16 in schools and colleges, but is also accessible for post-16 learners.

What are the entry requirements?
There are no specific prior skills/knowledge a learner must have for this qualification.

How is this qualification structured?
To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully demonstrate the knowledge and skills to meet the requirements of all 7 mandatory content areas.

How is it assessed?
The qualification has 2 assessments externally-set by NCFE: one non-exam assessment and one written examined assessment. Only one attempt at each assessment is permitted.?

How long will it take to complete this qualification?
It is recommended that this qualification is delivered over 2 years.

What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners who achieve at level 1 might consider progression to level 2 qualifications post-16, such as:

• GCSE in Food Preparation and Nutrition

Study at level 2 in a range of technical routes that have been designed for progression to employment, apprenticeships and further study.

Learners who achieve at level 2 might consider progression to level 3 qualifications post-16, such as:

• Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition
• Level 3 Technical Levels including T Level programmes (this will support progression to employment and higher education)

Career opportunities
Learners could progress into employment or onto an apprenticeship. The understanding and skills gained through this qualification could be useful to progress onto an apprenticeship in the food industry through a variety of occupations that are available within the sector, such as kitchen assistant, catering assistant, chef and sous chef.

Course Specification Download (pdf)

Useful Links

Catering Google Drive Visit website

Padlet Visit website

Seneca Visit website

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