TERM 1
Content
Designers
Harry Beck, Alberto Alessi, Jock Kinnear and Margaret Calvert, Wally Olins, Robert Sabuda
Presentation
Demonstrate knowledge of computer graphic manipulation, use ICT to promote.
Techniques and processes
Know functions of mock ups, models and prototypes and their importance in the design process.
Surface development
How 3D containers are manufactured, be able to draw a net. Demonstrate knowledge of CAD/CAM.
Skills
Sketching
Quality annotated 2D and 3D freehand drawings,
crating/wire frame techniques, grids and under-lays.
Enhancement
Use pens, pencils and colour to add visual impact to designs.
Textural presentation.
Hue and tone
TERM 2
Content
Materials
Understand how graphic materials can be linked with other components and materials to produce a product designed for a specific purpose.
Techniques and processes
Know functions of mock ups, models and prototypes and their importance in the design process.
Information and communication technology
CAD/CAM, select appropriate software, benefits and costs of CAD/CAM.
Skills
Use a range of hand and powered cutting and forming tools safely, i.e. scalpels and craft knives with mats, scissors, rotary cutters, compass cutters, fret saw, die cutter and creasing bars.
Use ‘bought-in’ components where appropriate i.e. Fasten, seal, hang, join, bind, index
CAD/CAM
Use of appropriate CAD software, produce virtual reality models, use photographic evidence
Healthy and Safety
Manage their own environment to ensure health and safety of themselves and others.
TERM 3
Content
CA
SMSC
Impacts of products on minority groups, moral and cultural implications of graphic products, ergonomics and anthropometric data, understand symbols and signs which are essential information on packaging.
Sustainability
6R’s – re-use, re-think, reduce, repair, recycle, refuse
Consequences of increased/reduced packaging.
Advantages and disadvantages of recycling.
Systems and control procedures
Recognise quality control marks and symbols used in printing industry i.e registration marks, colour bar, crop marks,
Industrial Practices
Commercial printing, lithography, flexography, gravure, screen printing and digital printing.
Finishes: printing, embossing, laminating, and foil application.
Sketching
Quality annotated 2D and 3D freehand drawings,
crating/wire frame techniques, grids and under-lays.
Enhancement
Use pens, pencils and colour to add visual impact to designs.
Textural presentation.
Hue and tone
Skills
CA – Assessment –
Researching – Discrimination shown when selecting and acquiring relevant research that will promote originality in designing
Excellent understanding and analysis of the design context
Detailed analysis of relevant existing products or systems undertaken related to design intentions
Comprehensive analysis of relevant and focused research undertaken
Clear and specific design criteria identified, reflecting the analysis undertaken
Target market identified and the intended consumer/user profiled
Designing – Imaginative and innovative ideas have been developed, demonstrating creativity, flair and originality. Further developments made to take account of ongoing research
A coherent and appropriate design strategy, with clear evidence of a planned approach, adopted throughout
The implications of a wide range of issues including social, moral, environmental and sustainability, are taken into consideration and inform the development of the design proposals
Excellent development work through experimentation with a wide variety of techniques and modelling (including CAD where appropriate) in order to produce a final design solution
Appropriate materials/ingredients and components selected with full regard to their working properties
Fully detailed and justified product/manufacturing specification taking full account of the analysis undertaken
