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Design and Technology

In the Design and Technology department your child will experience a curriculum rich in challenge and excitement. We aim to introduce students to a variety of materials and technologies all of which takes place in our stunning new Design and Technology block, which as a school, students and teaching staff are very proud of. If you would like a tour of our department or would like to ask any questions regarding the work that our students complete, please don't hesitate to get in contact with myself at Toot Hill School. Please read on for a description of the projects that your child may complete in the Design & Technology department. At Key Stage 3 (Years 7-8) students complete projects on a rotation, experiencing different aspects of Design and Technology.

 


Faculty leader of Art Design & Technology

 

Mr B O’ Callaghan

Teacher of Food Technology

 

Mrs C Knight

Teacher of Design & Technology 

 

Miss H Brunt 

Senior Link

 

Mr T Hutton

Year Group Term 1 Term 2 Term 3
7 Rotation 1
Resistant Materials. Pivoting mirror project
Students will learn about materials, manufacturing processes and workshop machinery.
Rotation 2
Students will learn about textiles; fabrics, fibres and yarns. Also develop their hand stitch and machine stitching.
Best of British – pupils will produce a four pocket wall hanging using the skills and techniques learned.
Rotation 3
Hygiene and Safety in the Kitchen
Building practical skills – use of a sharp knife and cooker
Cutting techniques – claw and bridge cuts
Rubbing in and making a simple dough
Handling and shaping raw meat
Use of coloured coded chopping boards
The Eat well Guide and how to modify dishes
Developing practical skills and using equipment safely and effectively.
8 Rotation 1
Resistant Materials. Jewellery project.
Students will further develop their manufacturing skills to produce a bespoke jewellery product.
Rotation 2
Students will learn about f textiles; fabrics, fibres and yarns. Also develop their hand stitch and machine stitching
Best of British – pupils will produce a four pocket wall hanging using their skills and techniques.
Rotation 3
Introduction to Staple foods
Bread making and processes
Continuing and embedding safe use of cooker and equipment, hygiene and safety in the kitchen
Multi cultural food
Investigating foods and products from different countries and examining their origins.
9 GCSE OCR 9-1
Paper and Board – students will learn about paper and board when designing and construct a model Dyson inspired radio.



WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
Unit 1 LO4: Know how food can cause ill health.
Unit 2 LO3: Be able to cook dishes. Developing and improving skills learnt at KS3.

GCSE OCR 9-1
Timber and Manufactured board - students will learn about timber when designing and make a tea light display.

WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
LO1: Learnthe importance of nutrition when planning meals.
LO2: Understand menu planning.
Practical work to be covered (LO3)
Use of commodities.
GCSE OCR 9-1
Metal – using 2D design students will design their key ring which they will then pewter cast, ensuring a high quality finish while learning about metal and casting method.


WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
Unit 1 LO1: Learn the environment in which hospitality and catering providers operate.
Practical work to be covered (LO3)
Produce dishes to be served on a range of different menus. 
10 NCFE Graphic Design (Level 2)
Unit 1- Introduction to graphic design Internally assessed and externally assessed


WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
Meal Planning/Environmental issues
Practical work to be covered (LO3)
Look at presentation techniques and accompaniments for a range of dishes including.
NCFE Graphic Design (Level 2)
Unit 2 - Graphic design practice Internally assessed and externally assessed

WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
Unit 1 LO1: Learn the environment in which hospitality and catering providers operate.
Produce dishes to be served on a range of different menus. 
NCFE Graphic Design (Level 2)
Unit 3 - Responding to a graphic design brief Internally assessed and externally assessed


WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
LO1: Learnthe environment in which hospitality and catering providers operate. LO2: Understand how Hospitality and catering providers operate.
LO3: Understand how Hospitality and catering provision meets health and safety requirements.
In small groups (a groups of six is suggested) candidates plan, trial, prepare, cook and serve a three course meal or range of dishes for a target group, or target catering outlet. 
11 NCFE Graphic Design (Level 2)
Unit 4 - Graphic design portfolio Internally assessed.


WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
Communication in the Hospitality and Catering industry.
NCFE Graphic Design (Level 2)
Unit 4 - Graphic design portfolio Internally assessed.

WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
Customer care in the Hospitality and Catering industry.
NEA.







WJEC Hospitality and Catering Level 2
Revision and exam Preparation.
NEA


What the pupils say……(from learner voice)

“D&T is my favourite lesson of the week because I get to learn to use tools and machinery”

“Tech is the best because I learn how to make yummy food”

Five ways to support your child:

  • Provide ingredients for all practical lessons.
  • Get involved.
  • Offer help with homework.
  • Instil organisational skills.
  • Send your child to school ready to learn and ready to follow all health and safety instructions during practical lessons.

Useful websites and resources

http://www.technologystudent.com/

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/zvg4d2p

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/zfr9wmn

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/design/resistantmaterials/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/design/foodtech/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/design/textiles/

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