GCE A Level Design and Technology
Phone:(01554) 748179
Email:[email protected]
Programme Overview
Awarding Body:
WJEC
Sector:
Further Education
Programme Length:
AS is normally completed in year one and A level in the second year of study.
Bilingual Delivery:
This course can be studied in English only at present
Programme Description
This course takes a practical and theoretical approach to design and technology, considering designing and
making products. The design topics include innovation, product analysis, human responsibility and public
interaction. The practical topics include materials and components, industrial and commercial practice, processes
and production systems and controls.
Programme Features
Design and Technology is about the application of design, theory and engineering skills to demonstrate
knowledge an understanding of a particular problem or proposal.
The course is delivered in a practical way to enable candidates to recognise the purpose of knowledge
and to be able to draw on it in practical solutions
The course encourages students to adopt an investigative approach, applying knowledge of design, theory
and engineering, placing it in context with the world of business and commerce
Coursework is intended to provide learners with an opportunity to apply engineering theories and concepts
through design, innovation, theoretical understanding and practical application
Successful learners will be able to apply knowledge of Design and Technology to understanding design,
social and engineering problems, challenging them to provide innovative solutions
AS level students complete an examination paper (unit 1) and a design and make task (unit 2)
A level students complete an examination paper (unit 3) and a major project (unit 4)
Progression and Employment
A levels provide an excellent basis for progression to higher education to study higher national diplomas or
degrees. This could be full or part time with employment. Sponsorship for higher education is available from local
engineering industry.
Programme Content
4.1 Designing
4.1.1 Innovation; 4.1.2 Product analysis; 4.1.3 Human responsibility; 4.1.4 Public interaction.
4.2 Making
4.2.1 Materials and components; 4.2.2 Industrial and commercial practice; 4.2.3 Processes; 4.2.4 Production
systems and controls.
Method of Assessment
Design and Technology is assessed with an examination and a coursework project which involves a design
portfolio, supported by a sketchbook and the associated product.
Entry Requirements
Normally students 16 - 19 years of age will require a minimum of 6 GCSEs at grades A* - C, one of which must be
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GCE A Level Design and Technology
Phone:(01554) 748179
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either GCSE Mathematics or GCSE English Language. Entry for mature students without formal qualifications is
at the discretion of the College.
Programme Availability
Academic Year
Delivery
Campus
Course Length
2016 - 2017
Full Time
Graig Campus
1 Year
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