D&T KS3

Summary - Out now

Test pupils’ problem-solving skills through the use of CAD skills and 3D printing. Create suitable junction components to connect wooden dowels to form a bridge or children’s swing set.

This unit examines the impact and technical processes of 3D printing in society and in the classroom before building CAD skills to design 3D components. A practical problem-solving approach to creating connecting parts for a structure is encouraged using techniques demonstrated throughout the unit. Finally, pupils are encouraged to critically review and analyse their successes or failures to inform future design decisions.

What's included in the toolkit?

The currently available units have been written to satisfy the new National Curriculum for Design and Technology. They are designed for teaching at KS3 but individual lessons in some units may also be appropriate for teaching Key Stages 2 or 4, particularly where Year 10 students may not previously have been exposed to certain topics.

• PowerPoint slides for each lesson
• Detailed lesson plans
• Learning objectives and outcomes
• Statement of which of the Government Guidelines are covered in the unit
• Worksheets, activities and homework sheets
• End-of-unit Assessment material
• Other material and links to online resources

What people say...

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These materials are excellent for teaching the AQA course.

Lyndsay Cooper. Teacher of Design and Technology, Newton Abbot College

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Excellent resources and value for money. A lifesaver for me and also for my new member of staff who is a non-specialist.

Mr Phil Andrews. Head of Design and Technology, St Joseph's Catholic High School