This unit consists of six topics, each more substantial than a single lesson and intended to be covered over the course of a week.
Topic 1: Environmental issues
Topic 2: Circular economy
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Topic 3: Conservation of energy
Topic 4: Planning for accuracy
Topic 5: Quality assurance and quality control
Topic 6: National and international standards
End of unit assessment
There are worksheets, homework tasks, and an assessment test, each with answers included in this unit.
Summary
Building on the previously covered environmental responsibilities that designers need to consider, this unit challenges wasteful attitudes and presents a modern methodology for responsible designing. Industry standard quality control implementation is investigated including an array of testing methods. The unit culminates in a lesson on national and international standards, government and EU directives and the role NGOs play in the protection and monitoring of the welfare of people and places.
What's included in the toolkit?
The A Level units have been written to satisfy the specification for the AQA 7552 Product Design qualification. Each unit contains:
PowerPoint slides for each topic Detailed lesson plans Learning objectives and outcomes Worksheets and homework activities with answers End-of-unit, exam-style assessment test with answers Other material and links to online resources
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