AQA Design & Technology- West Island School (74798)

Resistant Materials (45602) Full Course

Design Project Student Guide 2013-2014



Controlled Assessment Evidence Log

The purpose of this evidence log is so that you can check the progress of your work. Your teacher is not allowed to give you detailed feedback about your
progress and how to improve your work. If you get really stuck and they have to provide detailed help then it will reduce the overall mark you are able to
achieve as they will need to tell AQA what help they gave.

It is not essential that you evidence every statement to gain a mark in a particular band as AQA work on a best fit model. It is likely that you will score
better in some areas than others and your teacher will have to decide on a mark which best fits the work you have done.

It is important that you provide evidence for all of the work you do and you should note where this evidence can be found so that it is not missed at the
assessment stage.


Top tips to a successful e-journal

DO NOT:
1. Dont use crazy background colours- make sure the colours you
chose make it simple to read text
2. Dont waste space by filling it with large borders, large titles or
images that take up too much space or are inappropriate to the
task in hand
3. No Clip-art or gif animations
4. Dont use any special fonts- only use fonts standard on ppt.

DO:
5. Must use Power Point (MS Office version)
6. Maximum of 20 slides
7. Do use lots of screen dumps, audio and movie recordings to show a
process or aspect of your work
8. Make sure all your drawings are well presented, outlined in fine line
black pen and rendered appropriately
9. Scan or photograph your graphical work to a high quality and
insert it into the appropriate slide
10. Make sure font size is easy to read on screen when on 100% viewing
mode- so not too small- e.g. Titles size 10 and text size 8
11. Organise your work with effective file management- use one folder
and subfolders with your files and links to your audio files or movies.
Use simple filenames that make it easy for the moderator to find
your files
12. Double check that your Power Point presentation works and files
and slides are hyperlinked within your document to the appropriate
file in your folder
13. Try and compress photographs to reduce your file size
14. Double check the order of your slides and read all your work before
final submission
15. Save your e-portfolio as ppt. not pptx.
16. Save as your candidate name. E.g. Barack Obama.ppt
17. Submit your ppt. on a DVD or Memory Stick a day before the final
submission date and bring your laptop with the original file incase
of any technical issues.
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Project Timeline

Designing and Making skills Marks Submission Date
C1- Investigating the design context 8 10
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June 2013
Practical Day (around mid-June in Year 10)
C2- Developing the design proposals (including modeling) 32 23rd September 2014
Practical Day (around mid-Jan in Year 11)
C3- Making Skills 32 21
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February 2014
C4- Evaluation, testing and modification 12 3
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March 2014
C5- Communication 6 On-going
Final Submission date 90 marks

17
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March 2014

Note:
Any sections that have not been completed or submitted on time will result in a discussion with your tutor & Head of Year and a letter
will be sent home.
Submission Criteria
You MUST cover all of the five assessment criteria.
It is all too easy to lose key marks, so use the Student Checklist enclosed for each section as a guide.
You should always be aiming for a high level response.
Your project should be concise and only include clear information that is appropriate to the project. Be selective.
Remember to include all sources of information throughout the folio and in a bibliography.
The folder should have a contents page and a numbering system to help organisation.
You are expected to take more responsibility for your own project management.
Use the Design & Technology GCSE textbooks and Web resources as frequently as possible.
You will be expected to complete a Designers Profile towards the end of the project- this will be discussed in further detail
around February.
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Roles and Responsibilities
Student
Its your Controlled Assessment Task and therefore it is essential that you begin thinking and working like a designer. Poor time
management will affect your ability to successfully complete the project and will ultimately affect your final score. The secret to your
coursework is to be organised and forward thinking.

In order to do this you must:
ensure you fully understand the five assessment criteria
be prepared for every coursework lesson bringing your scrap book, laptop, memory stick, design sheets and all equipment to
each session
undertake additional work outside of lessons (if possible use workshop during your non-contact/study periods)
seek advice from teachers, technicians, experts and other students
complete all aspects of the work to a standard that enables you to demonstrate the highest level of learning
carefully read all feedback, act upon the advice given and present the revised work within one week or at a negotiated time
prepare and maintain your ICT equipment at home- ensure your laptop/PC is always operational and that you have a mobile
storage device and camera during the required time of coursework- you manage this!
ask your friends, parents and client serious questions on how you might improve your work
make sure your work generates creative ideas, development and analytical skills and the product has commercial viability
and a high level of demand
Use the resources available to you on the school WISDOM site


Teacher
Your teacher will do everything possible to facilitate your learning and progression and will prepare you for the transition from GCSE
work to senior D&T Higher or Standard IB or BTEC Engineering courses.

In order to do this they will:
issue comprehensive guidelines
be available to help you whenever possible, including e-mail
provide exemplar work of former students
review your progress and offer detailed and focused feedback
enforce the criteria deadlines-
communicate with tutors, section heads and parents to advise on your progress
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e-Journal Outline

C1 Investigating the design context C2 Development of design proposals C3 Making C4 Testing and Evaluation C5 Communication
Slide Description of activity C1 C2 C3 C4 C5
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Identifying the problem through a detailed Task Analysis and highlighting the issues through annotated
photographs

2 Target Market Group (client) identified (who, where, what, why and when)
3 & 4 Existing Products and components analysed and evaluated
5 Design Brief and Design Criteria (including social, moral, environmental and sustainability issues)
6 & 7 Initial Ideas showing sketches of possible ideas & review the ideas against the Design Criteria (page 4)
8-13
Development of idea(s)- Development Diary showing more detailed graphical (traditional or CAD) &
physical modelling. Appropriate research and testing of:
Components and features
Materials and standard components
Production and manufacturing techniques for all components
Joining techniques of sub-components and final assembly
Finishes of all components

14 Testing and Planning against the Design Criteria and review the idea against the Design Criteria (page 4)
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1. Final Idea presented using a Working drawing (CAD)
2. Manufacturing Specification including:
Parts List showing all type, quantity and dimensions of materials
Joining and assembly techniques (include jigs, moulds, templates)
Final finishing method

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Realisation showing evidence of all stages of your making. Include:
Clear Photographs of all stages
Explanation of the use of tools, machines and equipment including quality control, (jigs and moulds)
and evidence of health and safety awareness (risk assessments)

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Evaluation of Final Product including:
Testing of the product against the Design Brief and Criteria (page 4) and show evidence of your
product in use
Target Market Group (client) and your own personal evaluation of the completed product
Make suggestions for recommendations from the testing and client feedback
Discuss how your product could be commercially produced

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Tracking your progress

Evidence Marks
CRITERION 1- INVESTIGATING THE DESIGN CONTEXT
8 marks
I have chosen relevant research material that will help me to generate original design ideas
I have demonstrated an excellent understanding and analysis of the design context
I have undertaken detailed analysis of relevant existing products or systems which will help with my design ideas
I have completed a comprehensive analysis of relevant research material
I have provided specific design criteria, which clearly links to my analysis
I have identified a specific target market and produced a profile of the intended consumer/user
CRITERION 2 - DEVELOPMENT OF DESIGN PROPOSALS (including modelling)
32 marks
I have developed imaginative and innovative ideas, demonstrating creativity, flair and originality.
I have made lots of further developments because of ongoing research
I have planned and used a clear and appropriate design strategy throughout
I have shown that I have considered the implications of a wide range of features including social, moral, environmental and sustainability
issues before finalizing my design proposal

I have evidenced excellent development work through experimentation with a wide variety of modelling to produce a final design solution
The information I have provided would allow someone else to be able to fully make my product
I have selected appropriate materials/ingredients and components and explained their working properties in some detail
I have provided a fully detailed product/manufacturing specification and justified this from my analysis
CRITERION 3 - MAKING
32 marks
My product(s) shows a high level of making/modelling/finishing skills and accuracy
I have selected and used appropriate tools, materials and/or technologies including, where appropriate, CAM correctly, skillfully and safely
I have worked independently to produce a rigorous and demanding product
My quality controls are evident throughout the project and it is clear how accuracy has been achieved.
My product has the potential to be commercially viable and is suitable for the target market
CRITERION 4 - TESTING AND EVALUATION
12 marks
I have provided evidence of detailed testing and evaluation throughout the designing and making process taking account of client/user or
third party opinion

I have tested all aspects of my final product against the design criteria and/or the product/manufacturing specification
I have evaluated and justified the need for modifications to the product and discussed how the product might need to be modified for
commercial production

CRITERION 5 - COMMUNICATION 6 marks
My design evidence is focused, concise and all of the material is relevant to what I have designed and made
All of my decisions are communicated in a clear and coherent manner with appropriate use of technical language
My writing is legible, easily understood and shows a good grasp of grammar, punctuation and spelling

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Final things to do.

DESIGN FOLIO
Organise your PowerPoint into the correct slide order.
Complete an AQA Front Cover Page filling in details of Centre number, Centre Name, Your Candidate number, your full name as
printed on the exam entries, the Year of Examination, Specification name and number.
Students: Save your file as: Candidate initials and Surname-Candidate number-Centre Number-Component Code

E.g. J Zobrist-1234-74798-45602.ppt







CRF (Candidate Record Form)
All candidate and centre details filled in, signed by student and teacher when submitting your final work.








FINAL COURSEWORK DEADLINE: 17
th
March 2014
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Controlled Assessment Task Evidence Log

The purpose of this evidence log is so that you can check the progress of your work. Your teacher is not allowed to give you detailed
feedback about your progress and how to improve your work. If you get really stuck and they have to provide detailed help then it
will reduce the overall mark you will be able to achieve as they will need to tell AQA what help you received.

It is not essential that you evidence every statement to gain a mark in a particular band as AQA work on a best fit model. It is likely
that you will score better in some areas than others and your teacher will have to decide on a mark which best fits the work you have
done. It is important that you provide evidence for all of the work you do and you should note where this evidence can be found so
that it is not missed at the assessment stage.


Criterion
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Slide 1

Identifying the problem through a detailed Task Analysis and highlighting the issues through annotated photographs

From your exploration of the project outline, identify one area that interests you, for example: flat-pack storage device. It is very
important to think of yourself as a professional designer who is working specifically for a client or working within a company which
manufactures a type of storage device.

Explore the theme for your chosen areas of interest by doing a mind map in small groups. Think about as many related topics and
issues as possible. Include images that are appropriate.
For instance, using the theme of flat-pack storage device, think about:
different types of storage devices which are currently available
different materials which they are made from
safety and maintenance
various methods of manufacture
different methods of joining
different methods of storing items
the intended age range of the user


















Here is an example of a mind map for a power tool stand
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Aims & Objectives: Here I intend to look at which project I.....................................
Design task #2
Sporting & musical activities are very popular. Many need specialist equipment. Design & make a product
for a sport or musical activity of your choice.
Fromthe above Design Tasks I have selected ......................... Because...........................
Above I have created a mind map where I am analysing the Design Tasks i n more detail . This will help me to
research and ..................................................I have used ........software because......................
Tennis racket and tennis balls coaching device
Hockey stick and puck storage device
Drum stick attachment for drum kits
Violin stand
Guitar stand
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Slide 2

Part 1-Identify your Target Market Group- client. After identifying the problem through a detailed Task Analysis and highlighting the
issues through annotated photographs, identify one area that interests you, for example: flat-pack storage device. It is very important
to think of yourself as a professional designer who is working specifically for a client or working within a company which manufactures
a type of storage device.
Decide what areas you want to focus on and use some of the suggestions outlined below:
Age and Sex of your intended TMG?
What style and does your intended TMG like or dislike?
What influence of design does your intended TMG use in their environment?
Where the storage device will be situated and how frequently the storage device
will it be used?
What the intended TMG likes/dislike on their existing storage device?
What specifics- e.g. how many items does the storage device need to cater for,
preference in materials, colour, combinations, style?
Do the stored items need to be organized/stored in a specific way of preference?
How much are they prepared to pay for the device?

Young Teenage Girl
Contemporary Modern Lifestyle
Fresh Organic Functional Style
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Part 2-Identify where the product will be used


Part 3- Identify the component/part names (anatomy of ..) and the standard sizes of components/products to be stored










Show evidence of you using the correct equipment to collect Data:
Vernier Caliper, External or Internal Caliper, Steel Ruler, Tape
measure, Weighing scale, Flexible tape measure







Decide which Data Range you will use:
Average
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Maximum
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Minimum
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Part 4- Write a Design Brief which summarizes:
Who for and what specific style
Where it will be used
What needs to be stored/how/what for/why
Data Collection:
Preference in style/materials/colour schemes?
Do I need to consider weight
What it will store & quantity
Which sizes & why
Where it will go?

Design Brief
I will design and make a wall mounted guitar hanging device for
two standard electric guitars (based on the following size
985x318x46mm). The electric guitars will be stored vertically. The
majority of the stand will be timber materials to follow the style of
Art Deco.
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Slide 3 & 4

Product Analysis
Show examples of existing products you have analysed and evaluated through both primary and secondary research. Try to find out
as much as you can about each chosen storage device.

Purpose- what is the main aim of the product? What does it do? What is it trying to achieve?

Function- how does the product work/achieve what it is intended to do? Do you think it would be easy or difficult
to use? Be specific how different parts work and discuss any special features the design has to make it unique.

Target Market Group- who is the product aimed at? What type of person, market or age range? Give reasons for
your choice.

Aesthetics/Style- How does it look? Why has the product been shaped/coloured/styled in that particular way?

Materials- what materials have been used? Guess if you do not have the information. Why have these materials
been chosen- what makes the properties of the materials suitable for chosen parts of the design.

Manufacturing- how it has been manufactured Manufacturing Techniques, Environmental issues and
considerations?

Personal view- What do you consider are the good and bad aspects of the design?

You can use short sentences, other images or hand drawings to highlight you response.

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Slide 5

Focus on questions that will help you write a detailed Design Brief. Where? When? What? Which? Who? How?

The Design Criteria (including social, moral, environmental and sustainability issues) must state the key requirements your product
must fulfill.

For each criteria include an explanation to show your understanding for each criteria and also how you will be able to test and
evaluate the specific criteria later when you design, manufacture and test your final product:





Here is an example of a range of Design Criteria for an MP3 docking station.

The product should be a
freestanding unit which is stable
Packaging materials must be easy
to recycle
The product will need to be
suitably packaged
Must suit a specific
customer/target market group
Must be capable of being used by
disabled people
The product should produce high
sound quality
Should use minimum amount of
materials
Retail cost of the product must be
HK$300
Product should be easily
maintained
Product should be manufactured
to last
Must not use toxic materials The switches and dials must be
ergonomically designed
Should minimise the energy used in
the production
Product must be made and sold at
a profit
Packaging materials must be easy
to recycle
The product should be safe to
handle and use
Must avoid being sent to landfill
site at the end of its life
Product should be capable of
being manufactured in large-
quantities
Product must provide a good
sound
The product should be easy to
clean and maintain
On/off switch must be easily
accessible and easy to operate
Product should be trendy Product should be manufactured
to last
The Proto-type should be made to
a high standard
Design Criteria for MP3 Docking Station
An example could be: Criteria requirement: The toy should be brightly coloured.
Explanation: As the TMG are children, they should be attracted to the bright colours of the product.


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Student Checklist

Evidence Done? Marks
CRITERION 1
INVESTIGATING THE DESIGN CONTEXT
8 marks
I have chosen relevant research material that will help me to generate original design ideas
I have demonstrated an excellent understanding and analysis of the design context
I have undertaken detailed analysis of relevant existing products or systems which will help with my design ideas
I have completed a comprehensive analysis of relevant research material
I have provided specific design criteria, which clearly links to my analysis
I have identified a specific target market and produced a profile of the intended consumer/user
7/8
I have demonstrated good understanding and analysis of the design context
I have demonstrated good analysis of relevant products or systems undertaken
I have demonstrated good analysis of the relevant research and the design context
I have provided design criteria which clearly links to my analysis
I have identified a specific target market for my product
5/6
I have shown a basic understanding and analysis of the design context
I have completed some analysis of related products or systems
I have made a superficial analysis of most of the research material and the context
My design criteria reflects most of my analysis
I have considered a few things about the likely consumer/user
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I have not really understood or analysed the design context
I have commented on other products or systems which might be helpful to me
I have provided some research and analysis of the design context
I have provided a few design criteria
I have not really considered the person who would use my product or where it might be sold
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Slides 6-7

Draw a range of 6-8 different ideas neatly and with clear sketches with close-up views (exploded, isometric, free-hand, plan/side
or end views, sectional view, etc. Be original, be inventive, be risky and use colour and add notes to describe your ideas. Make
these pages look lively
clear annotation explaining:
the main function of the design and any special features incorporated
materials that have been suggested and why they suit the design
joining methods (permanent or non-permanent)
relation to research

While you are designing a range of ideas, it is important to evaluate the suitability of each idea or development in relation to your
written specification. You can then use the results of your critical review to modify and improve the design to ensure the best possible
outcome. There are a number of useful methods you could use to review your design work:

Annotate your design work as you go this is called formative evaluation. This means adding brief comments about the suitability
of a design, the good features, the problematic parts, the methods of construction and the aesthetic quality.
Show your ideas to an audience and request feedback. Show a section of the target market what you are designing. Record
what they say in relation to your specification and modify as required.
Model your work so that a more realistic version is created. You can then evaluate the model: test it in use, see if it is successful,
modify to improve it. Include photos next to your ideas.
Make a list of the best features of all your ideas. Can you then combine them to create an even better design?
Record any modifications you make and state why the change has been made.
To help with a general review of your design work, use a simple chart to help give some measure of the suitability of your design
ideas. Give each idea a score out of 10 for each category. See the example given below.


Key:
Excellent = 10 Average = 5
Poor = 1
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Design idea no.2
It is valuable for you to get feedback for your design ideas
from as many sources as possible. These might include:
1. Client feedback- discussing the ideas in the context of
the Design Criteria (page 4)
2. Self reflection- relating the ideas to your specification
3. Peer assessment- asking others to comment and provide
feedback on your ideas and examination technique

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Slides 8-13

Now that you have chosen your best idea, add more detail to show the development of your idea. Show as many variations and
combinations of ideas of the basic concept as possible. Think about:
combining design features from several of your ideas
how to improve the function of your design
how to improve the aesthetics of your design
how to improve the ergonomic features of your design
what materials your design could be made from
what methods of manufacture you could use

Remember to think about how your designs can be made in quantities greater than one include design features which make it
easier for quantity production.

This section should include examples of the following:
Modelling (real and virtual- including 2D or 3D)
Appropriate modifications and improvements discussed, tested and evaluated
Experiment with colour schemes and combinations
Proportion and sizes of all components/parts and fittings
Surface detail and Texture
Evidence of Technical Knowledge shown in constructional detail
Materials and standard components
Construction methods and production and manufacturing techniques for all components and details of the use of Jigs,
templates, moulds that could be used to batch produce a part or parts of your design.
Processes Joining techniques of sub-components and final assembly
Finishes of all components
Quality assurance
Use of CAD/ICT
Commercial Methods considered
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Slide 14
Testing against the Design Criteria and review the idea against the Design Criteria (page 4)
Refine Final design in relation to clients needs
Evaluate and test against specification
Show and discuss any minor modifications made (if necessary)



Planning of Making Sequence & Risk assessments
Think about your project production plan on all the tools, equipment and machinery you plan to use.
Break down the activities in order. Next to each one write the various items you would need to carry out that activity.
Now think of any possible hazards that could occur. For each of these find at least one way to prevent it occurring and one way
to deal with the hazard when it does occur. This is Risk Assessment.




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Tools, materials
and processes to
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How is high quality to be
achieved?
Hazard
Risk Assessment of possible risks and
safety precautions
Stage
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Drilling holes into
aluminium using a
pillar drill, 6mm drill bit,
machine vice and g-
clamp, etc.
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I can ensure that all marking out is done
accurately using scriber. Mark holes for
drilling with centre punch. Use engineer
square to check right angle, etc.
Work Piece could fly across
room, hair tangled in machine,
scrap/off-cuts could spray into
face, material could get hot.
The pillar drill could create possible risks. Need to
ensure all work is securely clamped, safety glasses
and apron are worn to avoid loose clothing getting
tangled up. Ensure correct speed is set and also the
depth stop.
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Slide 15
Final Idea presented using a Working drawing or CAD

You will need to produce a set of detailed final drawings, templates and notes for your product so that manufacture can take
place.
There should be enough information so that any person unfamiliar with your design can make each product.
Remember that this section gives you the opportunity to show a variety of graphical/CAD skills, which will help you to gain a
higher overall grade.
Orthographic Drawing (detailed and overall dimensions) showing a plan, side and end elevation scaled in millimeters is the most
appropriate method.
Other methods include: Isometric, Perspective or Exploded Isometric View


Manufacturing Specification including:
This is where you need to specify manufacturing details for each component part of your product. These should include:
Parts List showing all type, quantity and dimensions of materials- Use a standard cutting list and include part reference to each
component of your design proposal.
Joining and assembly techniques (include jigs/templates/moulds/formers what tools are you going to use to help speed up and
ensure quality in making?
Tolerances what will be the maximum/minimum size for each component part?
Quality control what key checks need to be made to make sure that a quality product is made? What tools can you use as part
of your quality control checks?
CAM what processes can you use to manufacture your product to an industrial standard? Explain any settings for CAM
equipment.
Finishes what type of finish and what method of application are you going to use?
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Student Checklist

Evidence Done? Marks
CRITERION 2
DEVELOPMENT OF DESIGN PROPOSALS (including modelling)
32 marks
I have developed imaginative and innovative ideas, demonstrating creativity, flair and originality.
I have made lots of further developments because of ongoing research
I have planned and used a clear and appropriate design strategy throughout
I have shown that I have considered the implications of a wide range of features including social, moral, environmental and
sustainability issues before finalizing my design proposal

I have evidenced excellent development work through experimentation with a wide variety of modelling to produce a final
design solution

The information I have provided would allow someone else to be able to fully make my product
I have selected appropriate materials/ingredients and components and explained their working properties in some detail
I have provided a fully detailed product/manufacturing specification and justified this from my analysis
26 32
I have developed imaginative ideas demonstrating a degree of creativity
I have made some further developments because of ongoing research
I have planned and used an appropriate design strategy
I have shown that I have considered the main features relating to a variety of social, moral, environmental and sustainability
issues before finalizing my design proposal

I have evidenced good development work through working with a variety of modelling to produce a final design solution
The information I have provided would allow someone else to be able to make the most important parts of my product
I have selected appropriate materials/ingredients and components and explained their working properties
I have provided a product/manufacturing specification which is complete and links to the key aspects of my analysis
19 25
I have evidenced some design ideas which show some degree of creativity and further development
I have planned and used an appropriate design strategy for some of my work
I have shown that I have considered a range of features relating to social, moral, environmental and sustainability issues
before finalizing my design proposal

I have evidenced some development work through working with a range of modelling to produce a final design solution
The information I have provided would allow someone else to be able to make most of my product
I have selected materials/ingredients and components with some consideration of their working properties
I have provided a product/manufacturing specification which links to most parts of my analysis
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12-18
I have evidenced some ideas which are fairly different to each other
I have not planned and used a design strategy with much of my work
I have shown that I have considered some aspects relating to social, moral, environmental and sustainability issues before
finalizing my design proposal

I have evidenced some development work which includes some modelling
The information I have provided would allow someone else to be able to make some parts of my product
I have selected materials/ingredients and components with limited consideration of their working properties
I have provided a limited product/manufacturing specification which reflects the most obvious features of my analysis
6 11
I have evidenced ideas that are lacking in imagination with minimal development or further research
I have not planned my design work and there is little evidence of a logical approach being used
I have evidenced development work which shows little consideration of social, moral, environmental and sustainability
issues

I have evidenced basic development work using a limited range of techniques
I have selected materials/ingredients and components selected with little regard to their working properties
I have produced a simple product/manufacturing specification which has some general considerations
0 5
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Slides 16-19
Realisation showing evidence of all stages of your making. Include:

Clear Photographs of all stages including close up views. Plain colour background (white, grey or black)
Make sure that you are not faking the pictures
Explanation of the use of tools, machines and equipment including quality control, (jigs and moulds) and evidence of health
and safety awareness (risk assessments)

An external moderator will look at your work and will not be familiar with your skills. Your diary of making provides proof of how you
have tackled the problems you faced when manufacturing. You will get more marks for highlighting problems and showing how
you have overcome them record as much detail as possible. This will also help you to write the product evaluation.

Process heading

Tools used and why selected (use your textbook to get correct technical vocabulary and uses of tools and processes)

Jigs, fixtures or moulds used for accuracy and consistency

How did you check for accuracy and quality control (visual inspection of materials to see quality/accuracy, checking
dimensions with ruler/vernier callipers, marking out materials with accuracy, machines and tools are correctly set up and
working, etc.)

Evaluate your making skills- What went well and why? Successes/failures/why? Any problems and why? Changes made from
your original development?

Health and safety/risk assessment check and evidence of you working safely (risk assessment) include extraction, clamping
down your material when operating machinery, issues with other students around you, safety equipment including safety
glasses, apron, hair tied back, ensuring machine/equipment is set up correctly, correct speed of machines, safety guards on
machines and power tools, cooling liquid, etc.?

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Student Checklist

Evidence Done? Marks
CRITERION 3
MAKING
32 marks
My product(s) shows a high level of making/modelling/finishing skills and accuracy
I have selected and used appropriate tools, materials and/or technologies including, where appropriate, CAM
correctly, skillfully and safely

I have worked independently to produce a rigorous and demanding product
My qquality controls are evident throughout the project and it is clear how accuracy has been achieved.
My product has the potential to be commercially viable and is suitable for the target market
26 32
My final product shows very good level of making/modelling/finishing skills
I have selected and used appropriate tools, materials and/or technologies including, where appropriate, CAM
correctly and safely

My product demonstrates a high level of demand
My quality control checks are applied in the manufacture of my product
My product is suitable for the target market and could be commercially viable with further development
19 25
My final product shows good level of making/modelling/finishing skills
I have used appropriate materials, components, equipment and processes correctly and safely (including CAM)
Parts of my product show high levels of demand
I have applied quality control checks broadly but superficially
My product requires further development in order to be suitable for the target market
12 18
My final product is largely complete and represents a basic level of making/modelling/finishing skills
I have used materials, components and equipment correctly and safely (including CAM if appropriate)
Some aspects of my product are demanding
I have applied limited quality control throughout the process
My product has some weaknesses which limit its suitability for the target market
6 11
My final product is incomplete or represents an undemanding level of making/modelling/finishing skills
I have used materials, components and equipment safely under close supervision
I have needed with some assistance to produce a product of limited demand
I have provided limited evidence of any quality control and my levels of accuracy are minimal
My product has significant weaknesses which limit its suitability for the target market
0 5

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Slides 20-22

You will have been involved in the process of evaluating throughout your project. Any decisions you have made also counts as part
of your evaluation. This is known as ongoing or formative evaluation. Now you must produce a final or summative evaluation. This
can be broken down into three parts.

1. The testing of your product by you and the client
Depending upon the type of product, you can record the results of the test in a number of ways.
By photographing the product on test and explain how you have achieved what you had set out from the start
By asking the client for an interview and feedback regarding their opinion of your products features, aesthetics, quality and
function (not a questionnaire)
By producing a report of the product on test which is done when you judge your final design against your Design Criteria and
also the original Design Brief (page 4). A highly detailed original Design Criteria will lead to an impressive evaluation.


2. Now you must produce a final or summative evaluation. You will have been involved in the process of evaluating throughout
your project. Any decisions you have made all count as part of your evaluation. This is known as ongoing or formative evaluation.
You may also include a final evaluation highlighting your successes and weaknesses.


3. Recommendations for possible future modifications. How could your design be improved- how, where and why? Use annotated
diagrams, CAD or photos from your finished product to show any changes. Any true designer is constantly evaluating and
assessing the performance of products. Now is your chance to show what modifications you would like to make to your final
product or the process of your e-Journal if you were able to go through the experience and make it all again.


4. Discuss how your product could be commercially produced. What processes and techniques would be most suitable to batch
or mass produce your product?
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Student Checklist

Evidence Done? Marks
CRITERION 4
TESTING AND EVALUATION
12 marks
I have provided evidence of detailed testing and evaluation throughout the designing and making process taking
account of client/user or third party opinion

I have tested all aspects of my final product against the design criteria and/or the product/manufacturing specification
I have evaluated and justified the need for modifications to the product and discussed how the product might need to be
modified for commercial production

9 12
I have provided evidence of testing and evaluation throughout the designing and making process
I have tested most aspects of my final product against the design criteria and/or the product/manufacturing specification
I have evaluated and justified the need for improvements or modifications to the product
6 8
I have provided evidence of some testing and evaluation leading to the production of the final product
I have tested some aspects of my final product against the design criteria and/or the product/manufacturing specification
I have suggested some improvements or modifications to my product
3 5
I have done very little testing and evaluation throughout the designing and making process
I have done little or no testing of my final product against the design criteria and/or the product/manufacturing
specification

I have suggested one improvement or modification that could be made to my product
0 2

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Student Checklist

Evidence Done? Marks
CRITERION 5
COMMUNICATION
6 marks
My design evidence is focused, concise and all of the material is relevant to what I have designed and made
All of my decisions are communicated in a clear and coherent manner with appropriate use of technical language
My writing is legible, easily understood and shows a good grasp of grammar, punctuation and spelling
5 6
My design evidence shows some skill in what I have chosen to include but has some irrelevant material
Most of my decisions are communicated clearly and I have used some technical language
My writing has a small number of errors in grammar, punctuation and spelling
3 4
My design evidence shows lots of duplication of information and contains a lot of irrelevant material
My ideas and decisions are communicated at a simple level and I have used very little technical vocabulary
My writing has numerous errors in grammar, punctuation and spelling
0 2