Lower 6th Form Curriculum| Syllabus Followed: | OCR H053 AS Product Design OCR H453 A2 Product Design |
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| Entry Requirements: | Grade B in a GCSE Technology discipline. Candidates not taking GCSE Technology will be considered on an individual basis, but are unlikely to be adequately prepared for the AS/A level course. |
This course is a continued development of GCSE Modular courses that are offered with OCR. The new AS/A2 courses allow those pupils that have studied the modular GCSE course to pursue their Design and Technology interests to a full A Level standard by a similar approach to assessment. The style of teaching is essentially the same as the GCSE’s, with small guided projects interspaced with topics based upon design, systems, and product design. The use of computers is essential to the course in terms of preparation of coursework and the use of our CAD/CAM facilities.
AS Level - The syllabus consists of 2 modules; Unit F521 is called the “advanced innovation challenge”. Candidates take part in a timed challenge based on a pre-released theme, under examination conditions. The challenge consists of a workbook, a modelling exercise and a written paper. This examination is June of the A/S year. Unit F522 is called the “product study”. Candidates carry out an in-depth product analysis of a object of their choice, resulting in suggestions for improvement. This is a coursework component that is marked by the teacher, internally standardised within the school and moderated by OCR.
A2 Level - The syllabus consists of 2 modules. Unit F423 is called “design, make and evaluate”. Candidates are required to produce a coursework portfolio and product that fully demonstrates their designing, making and evaluation skills using creativity, flair and innovation. This unit is intended to draw upon and develop skills learnt in the AS units. Unit F524 is called “product design”. This is a timed written paper that consists of two components. Candidates will be able to select questions across the focus material areas.
The assessment units for the AS are as follows:
The assessment units for the A2 are as follows:
Candidates choosing this subject should expect to spend some time throughout the academic year in extended workshops, after school to improve their skills and knowledge.
