Examination Board   Assessment and Qualifications Alliance (AQA)

Assessment Modules for AS

Unit 1: PROD1 – Materials, Components and Application 2 hour written paper, 50% of AS, 25% of A2
Unit 2: PROD2 – Learning through design and making 50 hours Coursework project 50% of AS, 25% of A2

Assessment for Modules for A2

Unit 3: PROD3 – Design and Manufacture 2 hour written paper, 25% of A2
Unit 4: PROD4 – Design and Making Practice 50 hours Coursework project 25% of A2

Expectations

This exciting course will offer you the opportunity to specialise in the design and making of products in a variety of resistant materials, these include woods, metals and plastics.   You will be developing your design and making skills through a range of different processes and production methods.   You will have the opportunity to develop your CAD and CAM skills using a range of professional software and our industrial standard Laser Cutter. 

This is a demanding and energetic course where you get to be ‘hands-on’ through every stage of the design process

Skills Required:

• Independent research skills
• Critical evaluation
• Presentation skills
• Practical workshop skills
• Ability to use your Initiative

Career Pathways

Further studies can lead to degrees and other further education courses in 3D Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Engineering, Architecture as well as manufacturing and building careers.