YEAR 7

MODULE  - DRAWING

This unit will be taught in conjunction with the other Modules, particularly the Exploring the Elements Through Drawing Module.

Aims of the Module
To introduce you to the basic materials and techniques of an artist.
To develop your basic drawing skills focusing on the elements of: line, tone and colour.
To develop a body of knowledge about visual research and resources of the natural world.
To encourage critical evaluation of your own work and that of others.

Major Outcomes Expected
A number of technical study pages on The Elements.
An understanding of the importance of visual presentation of work

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module
Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary
Numeracy Annotation of work , Scale, Proportion, Symmetry, Measurement, Plotting
ICT Internet Research, Drawing

GCSE Skills developed during this module are
how to select and record from research and observation.
how to research and resource a project.
how to present work visually.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Line, primary, landscape, style,Tone, secondary, scale, solid,Colour, complementary, shade, impression,Media, contrasting, contrast, evaluate,Resources, portrait ,blend, criteria,

Homework
Homework will be set on a minimum of a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.

Assessment
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during this module. It will be measured by combining:
your grades for classwork and homework
and
your grade for a tonal drawing

MODULE - EXPLORING THE ELEMENTS THROUGH DRAWING

This unit will be taught in conjunction with the other Modules.

Aims of the Module
To introduce the basic skills, materials and techniques of an artist and a designer.
To introduce the basic elements of line, tone and colour.
To introduce Art History and in particular the artists called The Impressionists.
To develop a body of knowledge about visual research and the resources of the natural world.
To encourage critical evaluation of your own work and that of others.

Major Outcomes Expected
A number of technical study pages on The Elements.
A selection of drawings in a variety of media on the theme of The Natural World.

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work
Numeracy - Scale, Proportion, Symmetry, Measurement, Plotting,
ICT - ,Internet Research, Word Processing, Drawing,

Citizenship - Recognition of cultural identity., Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues.

GCSE Skills developed during this module are
how to select and record from research and observation.
how to research and resource a project.
how to present your work visually.
how to evaluate and develop ideas.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Line, primary, landscape, style,Tone, secondary, scale, solid,Colour, complementary, shade, impression,Media, contrasting, contrast, evaluate,Resources, portrait, blend, criteria,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Tonal Drawing
Research and collecting information
Research on artists
Learning for Spelling test and meanings.

Assessment
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during this module. It will be measured by combining:
your grades for classwork and homework
and
your grade for a tonal drawing

MODULE - INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING

Aims of the Module
To introduce basic painting techniques.
To introduce some of the elements and principles of composition within painting.
To introduce more depth to the style and approach of the artists known as The Impressionists.
To study the natural world.
To develop the use of a sketchbook.
To develop understanding and appreciation for detail and refinement.
To encourage critical evaluation of your own work and that of others.

Major Outcomes Expected
A preparatory drawing on the theme of nature.
A painting on the theme of nature.
An analysis and evaluation of the final painting set against the criteria and specification.
An understanding of Art and Artists and in particular, an understanding of the styles and techniques of The Impressionists

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work
Numeracy - Scale, Proportion,
ICT - ,Internet Research, Word Processing, Drawing, Citizenship - Recognition of cultural identity, Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues.

GCSE Skills developed during this module are
how to work in a sketchbook.
how to research and experiment around the topic.
how to critically evaluate your own work.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Composition, perspective, wash, harmony, intentions, constraints,middle ground , impressionistic, pallet, unity, qualities, limitations,foreground, movement, highlight, balance, theme, improve,background, effects, emphasise, hue specification, develop,focal point, techniques, dominate, genre, criteria, series,

Homework
Homework will be set on a minimum of a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Critical and historical research on artists work.
Collecting stimulus resources.
Drawing from observation.
Planning and annotating a design for final composition.
Learn spellings and vocabulary.

Assessment.
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during this module. It will be measured by combining:
The grade for your planning and preparation.
The grade for your final painting.
The grade for your evaluation.

MODULE - TEXTILES MULTI-MEDIA COLLAGE

Aims of the Module
To introduce you to textile design and the design process.
To introduce you to a sewing machine.
To investigate both the practical and aesthetic qualities of fabric.
To interpret the world around you in textiles under the influence of The Impressionist Artists.
To create line, tone, colour and texture using a variety of textile media and methods.
To encourage critical evaluation of your own work and that of others.

Major Outcomes Expected
An understanding of the Design Process.
An introduction to basic technology and an understanding of its role in the production processes.
An understanding of the importance of visual presentation of work.
A collection of research designs based upon the work of the artists called The Impressionists.
A collection of fabric samples each experimenting with texture, tone or line, using a variety of different colours and textile methods.
An annotated design.
A multi media collage showing the use of hand/machine stitching, appliqué, dying, button and bead work.
A thorough evaluation report based upon criteria based testing.

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussing, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work.
Numeracy - Scale, Proportion, Symmetry,
ICT - Internet research, Word processing

GCSE Skills developed during this module are
how to select, record, form, research and observe.
learn about visual communication and presentation.
how to realise your intentions and produce a final piece.
how to present your work visually.
how to test and evaluate your work through considering what your aims were.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Line, perspective, ,inspiration, collage,Tone, middle ground , influence, multi media,Texture, foreground, shade, contrast,Colour, background, fade, evaluate,Resources, imitation, layering, criteria,

Homework
Homework will be set on a minimum of a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.

Research on artistic influences
Collect interesting textured and coloured resources.
Annotated drawing and designing for final idea.
Learning for Spelling test and meanings.
Evaluation

Assessment
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during this module. It will be measured by combining:
your grades for classwork and homework
and
the final grade for your collage.

MODULE - GRAPHICS DRAWING

Aims of the Module
To introduce the concept of technical and accurate communication through drawing.
To introduce basic technical drawing skills.
To develop freehand co-ordination and technique.
To develop an ability to communicate accurately visually.

Major Outcomes Expected
Development of a practical understanding of the Design Process.
Introduction to ONE and TWO point perspective.
Introduction to freehand sketching.
Introduction to rendering.
Introduction to emulating texture.

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module
 

Literacy - ,Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary ,

Numeracy - Scale, Proportion, Symmetry, Measurement, Geometry, Perspective

ICT - 2D Design, Drawing, Perspective,

Citizenship - The concept of a visual and common language the world over.

GCSE Skills developed during this module are
basic technical drawing skills.
the conventions used for communicating visually.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

freehand drawing, horizontal, geometric, ellipse,perspective, eye level, cube ,rendering,two point perspective, converge, rectangle, light Source,one point perspective, worms eye view, construction line ,vertical,vanishing point ,birds eye view, scale ,surface,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Draw a cereal packet in one-point perspective.
Draw a fantasy bedroom in one-point perspective.*
Draw a perspective city.*

Assessment
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during the module. It will be measured by combining grades for key class work and homework assignments (*).

MODULE - PRODUCT DESIGN A PUPIL ORGANISER COVER

Aims of the Module
To raise awareness of the principles of Graphic Design.
To analyse basic graphic products.
To gain knowledge of folding mechanisms, adhesives and fastening methods.
To gain basic knowledge and experience of Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Machinery.
To gain knowledge and experience of the properties and qualities of plastics.

Major Outcomes Expected
An understanding of the Design Process.
Knowledge of the basic principles of simple manufacture and production.
An awareness of the importance and impact of logos and branding on products.
An analysis and evaluation of existing Graphical Products.
Experiments with folding mechanism.
Make a simple prototypes.
Make an A6 polypropylene folder. *
Make a personal logo design sticker.
An evaluation of the final product against the agreed specification.

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module

Literacy - ,Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussing, Responding to questions, Responding to visual vocabulary, Evaluating , Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work.
Numeracy - Scale, Proportion, Measurement
ICT - Internet research, Image manipulation, CAD/CAM , 2D Design
 

GCSE Skills developed during this module
Drawing and rendering skills.
Designing and making skills.
How to test and evaluate a product according to the initial specification and criteria.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Mechanisms, scoring, identity, communication,Pivots, 2 Dimension, analysis, construction,Fastener, target Audience, evaluation, plastic,Illustration, organise, presentation, scale,Elastic, creative, disassemble, polypropylene,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week bases and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research and collect logos creating a collage.
Analyse 3 existing logos and then design 3 initial ideas for your own logo. *
Make a card prototype of your folder. *
List all the objects in your home that are made from plastic and the types.
Learn words for spelling and meaning test.
Evaluation

Assessment
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during the module. It will be measured by combining grades for key class work and homework assignments (*) and the grade for your final product.

MODULE - RESISTANT MATERIALS MAKING A TORCH

Aims of the Module
To raise awareness of the principles of product design and design based decision-making.
To introduce basic electrical circuits.
To develop critical appreciation of both aesthetics and functional characteristics.
To increase knowledge of specific tools.
To raise awareness of the need for accuracy in manufacture.
To consider the role of advertising and publicity in manufacture.
To develop an understanding of the benefits of CAD in the production of images to be incorporated within other products.
To use CAD to manufacture simple graphics.
To encourage critical evaluation of your own and other products in the light of the brief and specification.

Major Outcomes Expected
An appreciation of the power and value of graphical communication.
An analysis of current advertising merchandise.
An understanding of the basic components of an electronic circuit.
A torch.
A simple advertising design for the sleeve of the torch.

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussion, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary., Annotation of work, Appreciation of visual communication
Numeracy - Scale, Proportion, Area, Costing, Measurement using standard units if length
ICT - Internet research, Word processing,, Graphic art, Typography
Citizenship - To consider the impact of advertising and marketing upon the public and its social and moral responsibility

GCSE Skills developed during this module
A practical understanding of basic electronic circuits.
Accuracy in manufacture.
An understanding of the conventions used for communicating visually.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Modelling, circuit, component, solder, Scoring, electronics, production, finish, Marketing, product range, aesthetics, critical appreciation,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research and analysis of existing promotional products.
Design ideas for the company logo or advert.
Research on electrical and electronic products. *
Step by step flow chart showing the manufacturing sequence. *
Learning for spelling test and meaning.
Evaluation write-up.

* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.

Assessment
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during the module. It will be measured by combining grades for key class work and homework assignments (*) and the grade for your final product.

PRODUCT DESIGN A TRINKET BOX

Aims of the Module
To introduce the basic knowledge and understanding of wood.
To develop planning and design skills.
To raise the importance of the design process and the sequencing of events.
To introduce the use of joints for joining materials.
To introduce simple construction techniques and skills.

Major Outcomes Expected
An understanding of the Design Process.
An understanding of the manufacturing process.
An appreciation of the need for precision and quality in construction.
Research on the natural material.
Working drawings and plans.
A Trinket box.

Literacy/Numeracy/Key Skills taught in this module

Literacy - ,Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussing, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work., Appreciation of visual communication
Numeracy - Scale, Proportion
ICT - Internet research, Word processing
Citizenship - The consideration of the use of raw natural materials and the ecological issues related.

GCSE Skills developed during this module
Skills and understanding of creating working drawings.
Making and construction skills.
How to critically evaluate your own work.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the meaning of the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Natural, structure, manufacture, coping saw, Manmade, hardwood, grain, tennon Saw, Joint, softwood, try square, wood vice, steel rule ,glass paper, finish, mass production, marking gauge, quality, one off production ,batch production,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research on the purpose and target audience for the box. *
Research on the natural materials and manufactured timber. *
Research on current products.
Research on joints *
Design ideas and sheets.
Learning for spelling and meaning.
A step-by-step plan of making or pictorial storyboard.

* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.

Assessment
Effort - This is very important and it will be assessed on your: ability to meet homework and class deadlines; concentration in class; contribution to class discussion.

Attainment This is a measure of how well you have progressed during the module. It will be measured by combining grades for key class work and homework assignments (*) and the grade for your final product.

YEAR 8

MODULE 1 CLAY

Aims
To develop your understanding of basic three-dimensional techniques and principles.
To introduce you to clay.
To introduce you in more depth to cultural sculpture.
To develop an appropriate use of a sketchbook.
To develop an understanding and appreciation for detail and refinement.
To encourage critical evaluation of your own and others work.

Major Outcomes
An analysis and evaluation of cultural art and crafts.
Several preparation drawings to plan design.
A clay thumb pot.
An evaluation of the final piece against the criteria and specification.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work
Numeracy – Scale, Proportion
Citizenship - Recognition of cultural identity, Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues.

GCSE Skills
You will
Continue to develop your understanding of working in three dimensions.
Begin to develop skills and understanding for working in a sketchbook.
Be introduced to the basic clay skills.
Be encouraged to research and experiment around the topic.
Continue to develop an appreciation of the art and craft of other cultures.
Continue to learn about visual communication
Learn to evaluate critically your own work.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly.

coil-pot, slip, fire, manufacture,slab, join, score, mass production,thumb-pot, structure, hand build, sculpt,mould, biscuit, leather hard, under glaze,malleable, glaze, stages, kiln,fine art, packaging, aesthetic, functional,craft, production, decorative, decorative ,scale, finish,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Critical and historical research on artists and craftspeople’s work.
Collecting stimulus resources.
Drawing from observation or imagination.
Planning for a final design.
An evaluation.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class.
Contribution in class.
Commitment to the work.

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module. It will be measured by combining:

Grades for your classwork and homework.
The final grade for your design based upon the original criteria.
The grade for your thumb pot.
The grade for your evaluation.

MODULE 2 EXPLORING THE ELEMENTS THROUGH DRAWING

This unit will be taught in conjunction with the other Modules particularly The Drawing Module.

Aims
To introduce you to the basic art elements of texture, pattern and shape.
To develop your basic drawing and designing skills and to expand your knowledge and experience of a variety of media.
To introduce you to a number of traditional cultures and their art and design.
To develop a body of visual research and resources based on cultures.
To develop evaluative techniques.

Major Outcomes
Drawings and experiments based upon the artwork of other culture or objects, which includes pattern and texture.
A number of technical study pages on the elements – Shape, Pattern and Texture.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work
Numeracy – Scale, Proportion, Symmetry, Measurement,
ICT - Internet Research, Word Processing
Citizenship - Recognition of cultural identity, Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues.

GCSE Skills
You will
Learn to select and record from research and observation.
Learn to research and resource a project.
Learn about visual presentation.
Be introduced to basic materials and techniques matching visual and tactile qualities to suit your intentions
Learn to experiment
Learn to evaluate and develop ideas.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly.
Texture, traditional, practical, repeat,Pattern, natural ,tribal, colour way,Shape, narrative, religious, functional,Symbol, inherited, superstitious ,decorative,cultural ,ceremonies, expressive ,craft,

Homework
Homework will be set on a minimum of two-week bases and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Collecting resources.
Observation drawing.
Research on cultures and ideals.
Learning for a spelling and meaning of words test.
An evaluation.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:

Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class.
Contribution in class.

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module. It will be measured by combining:

Grades for your classwork and homework.
Grade for observation drawings.

MODULE 3 CULTURAL PAINTING

Aims
To develop painting techniques focusing on a cultural influence.
To introduce you to some of the cultural techniques.
To introduce you in more depth to the unique style and approach of a number of cultures.
To develop an appropriate use of a sketchbook.
To develop an understanding and appreciation for detail and refinement.
To encourage critical evaluation of a piece of work considering the context.

Major Outcomes
A painting with a cultural influence.
An analysis and evaluation of cultural styles, meanings and techniques.
Compositional drawings for a final painting.
Experiments with colour and painting techniques.
An evaluation of the final painting set against the original criteria.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work
Numeracy – Scale, Proportion
ICT - Internet Research, Word Processing, Drawing,
Citizenship - Recognition of cultural identity.,Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues.

GCSE Skills
You will
Continue to broaden your understanding of the Creative Process.
Develop skills and understanding for working in a sketchbook.
Challenge some of your basic painting skills and ideas.
Be encouraged to research and experiment around the topic.
Continue to develop an appreciation of the art of other times.
Learn to evaluate critically your own work and that of others.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly.

Personal, rhythm, emblem, stimulate, Emotional, contrast, focus, expression, Emphasise, indigenous, resources, environmental, highlight ,influence, renewable, native, quality, conventions, evocative, local,

Homework
Homework will be set on a minimum of a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Critical and historical research on crafts people and cultures.
Collecting stimulus resources.
Planning for a final composition.
Learn for a spelling and meaning of words test.
An evaluation.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class.
Contribution in class.
Commitment to your work.

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module. It will be measured by combining:
Grades for your classwork and homework.
The grade for your final painting.


MODULE 4 TEXTILES DECORATED ASSESSORY

Aims
To introduce you to pattern, construction and cutting.
To develop your understanding of some of the methods for fabric decoration.
To introduce you to some of the traditional patterns and crafts of other cultures.
To develop your basic sewing machine skills.
To introduce you to simple sewing and construction techniques.

Major Outcomes
A piece of printed/dyed fabric based on the traditional crafts of other cultures.
Make a bag.
A plan for the accessory based on the disassembling of a mass-produced item.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
 

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussing, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work.
Numeracy - ,Scale, Proportion, Symmetry, Measurement, Plotting
ICT - Internet research, Word processing,
Citizenship - ,Recognition of cultural identity.,Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues.

GCSE Skills
You will
Continue to develop your understanding of the design process.
Be introduced to the basic principles of fashion design and manufacture.
Continue to develop an appreciation of the cultural and historical influences upon fashion design.
Continue to learn about visual communication and presentation.
Be introduced to the basic principles of simple manufacture.
Learn to test and evaluate a product.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly.

Construction, tie and dye, symbolic, bias, Deconstruction, batik ,accessory, elastic, disassemble ,stencil ,properties, scale, co-ordinate ,block print, natural ,specification, embellishment, pattern ,manmade, commercial, appropriate ,target market, standard ,mass-production, evaluation ,hand made ,quality ,co-ordinate, suitability ,quality control,

Homework
Homework will be set on a minimum of two-week bases and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research on textile artists and designers.
Work sheets on cultural embellishment techniques.
Test natural dies and evaluate their ability to colour steadfastness.
Work on disassembly.
Plan an evaluative questionnaire.
Learn for a spelling and meaning of words test.
An evaluation.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class.
Contribution in class.
Commitment to the work.

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module. It will be measured by combining:
Grades for your classwork and homework.
The final grade for your fabric embellishment.
The grade for your bag.
The evaluation based on the original specification.

MODULE 5 GRAPHIC DRAWING

Aims
To develop basic technical drawing skills.
To develop freehand co-ordination and technique.
To develop an ability to communicate visually.

Major Outcomes
Introduction to isometric drawing.
 

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.

Literacy - ,Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Responding to questions, Evaluating , Learning and understanding new vocabulary
Numeracy - ,Scale, Proportion , Symmetry, Measurement, Geometry, Perspective, Using Grid
 

GCSE Skills
You will
Develop your practical understanding of the design process.
Develop some basic technical drawing skills.
Be introduced to the conventions of communicating visually.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

Isomeric, grid ,recreate, construction, Enlargement, ellipse ,render, projection, Typeface, analyse ,scale, dimensions, monogram, trade mark, symbols, measure,3 Dimensional, view ,logo, accurate,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.

Design a monogram for the school minibus. *
Drawing of a toothbrush using isometric drawing principles. *
Draw an object on isometric paper.

* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class.
Contribution in class.
Commitment to the work.

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module; it will be measured by combining:
Grades for key class work and homework. (*)
The grade for your final product.

MODULE 6 RESISTANT MATERIALS A CONTAINER POD

Aims
To raise awareness of the principles of product design and design based decision-making.
To develop an appreciation for designing for a particular market.
To develop both a critical appreciation of both aesthetics and functional characteristics.
To increase knowledge of specific tools.
To introduce plastics.
To introduce gigs and formers.
To develop product analysis skills.
To raise awareness of sequencing in manufacture.
To introduce basic heat forming processes using thermoplastics.
To consider mass manufacturing techniques.
To encourage critical evaluation of one’s own and other products in light of the brief and specification.

Major Outcomes
An analysis of current market products.
A design based upon market research for a target audience.
Knowledge of the working characteristics of a range of plastics.
A ‘one off’ container in vacuumed formed plastics.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
 

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussing, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work. Appreciation of visual communication
Numeracy – Scale, Proportion, Area, Costing, Measurement using standard units of length
ICT - Internet research, Word processing
Citizenship - Consideration of the impact of the mobile phone., The environmental consideration of the use and choice of materials.

GCSE Skills
You will
Continue to develop your skills in following the design process.
Develop an understanding of consumer needs and designing for that target audience.
Learning about mass manufacture and processes.
Develop an appreciation of plastics.
Gain more understanding of fixings and embellishments as part of a design

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

vacuum former, moulds, polypropylene, casing, jig ,formed, properties, pillar drill, former ,acrylic, resistant, audience, plastic ,neoprene, plastazote, yolk, thermos ,styrene, assembly, plug,

Homework
Homework will be set on a minimum of a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research and analysis of existing products.
Collecting of examples of vacuumed formed plastic products.
Design ideas for a pod with a particular audience in mind. *
Research on plastics.
Step by step flow chart showing the manufacturing sequence. *
Learn for a spelling and meaning of words test.
An evaluation write-up.
* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.
 

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class
Commitment to the work

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module; it will be measured by combining:
Grades for key class work and homework. (*)
The grade for your final product.

MODULE 7 POSTER DESIGN

Aims
To develop an appreciation of 2D graphics and the design process.
To introduce the basic principles of composition.
To encourage the skills of selection appropriate to intentions, styles, processes and media.
To develop evaluative techniques when using set criteria and specifications.

Major Outcomes
A clearly written specification based on sound criteria.
Research on a chosen culture.
Observational drawings of cultural artefacts.
Research and experiments with typefaces.
Research on the history of poster design.
A poster analysis.
An A3 Exhibition/Gallery/Museum poster.
A thorough evaluation based upon original specification and criteria.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussing, Responding to questions, Responding to visual vocabulary, Evaluating ,Learning and understanding new vocabulary , Annotation of work.
Numeracy – Scale, Proportion, Symmetry,Measurement
ICT - ,Cultural research , Typographical research, Image and text manipulation
Citizenship - Recognition of cultural identity.,Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues

GCSE Skills
You will
Continue to develop practical understanding of the Design Process.
Be introduced to the principles of poster design, layout work, typography and image selection.
Gain awareness of the way scale, colour, space and shape can stimulate emotion and atmosphere.
Learn to select and record from research and observation.
Develop an appreciation of the common practises and influences upon designers from other cultures.
Learn about visual communication and presentation.
Continue to develop the basic principles of simple manufacture and production.
Learn to test and evaluate a product according to the initial specification and criteria.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly

Observational, alignment, inspired, criteria, proportion ,cultural ,focal point, requirements, composition, representative, selection, cropping, narrative ,illustration, critique ,reduction, balance ,religious, dimensions, evaluate,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research a chosen culture. *
Analyse a piece of advertising. *
An initial idea for a poster layout, combining text and image. This must be in colour and fully annotated. *
Learn for a spelling and meaning of words test.
A written evaluation.

* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class.
Contribution in class.
Commitment to the work.

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module; it will be measured by combining:
Grades for key class work and homework. (*)
The grade for your final product.

MODULE 8 SPINNING TOP

Aims
To introduce the health and safety requirements of working in a workshop environment with metal.
To introduce knowledge of the qualities of metal.
To introduce specialist tools and skills.
To raise the awareness of working in three dimensions accurately.
To raise the expectations of producing a quality product.

Major Outcomes
A metal spinning top.
Knowledge of metal work tools and processes.
Greater appreciation of the need to work accurately.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
 

Literacy - Speaking and listening, Following instructions, Discussing, Responding to questions, Evaluating, Learning and understanding new vocabulary, Annotation of work.
Numeracy – Scale, Proportion, Symmetry, Measurement, Geometry,
Citizenship - The consideration of the use of raw natural materials and the ecological issues related.

GCSE Skills
You will
Continue to develop an understanding of the design process.
Develop the research skills.
Be introduced to the basic principles of working in resistant materials, manufacturing and production.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

resistant materials, tapers, engraver, lathe, wasting ,scribe, hacksaw, dolly, finishing, centre punch, deburr, vice, interference fit, files, shaping, mass production, template, quality, one off production, batch production,

Homework
Homework on files. *
Collect and analyse resources
Complete a worksheet on pillar drill. *
Learn for a spelling and meaning of words test
Undertake research on metals

* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class
Commitment to the work

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed in this module; it will be measured by combining
Grades for key class work and homework (*)
The grade for your final product

YEAR 9

MODULE 2 DRAWING

Aims
To develop your basic drawing skills.
To develop your ability to record and transfer images accurately.
To develop your ability to communicate visually.

Major Outcomes
Photomontage
A detailed study made from an original photomontage composition

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
Speaking and listening
Following instructions
Responding to questions
Evaluating
Learning and understanding new vocabulary Scale
Proportion
Symmetry
Measurement
Perspective
Using Grid Word Processing
Internet research

GCSE Skills
You will:
Develop your practical understanding of the creative process.
Continue to develop independent research skills.
Increase your ability to use visual communication skills.
Compare, analyse and comment on similarities & differences in your work and others’ work.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

annotate ,camm ,flow chart, colours, underlay, advantages, stages ,primary, render, prototype ,printing ,secondary, development, presentation ,considerations ,tertiary, typography, package ,function ,association

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Independent Research
Collection
Drawing
Analysis of Art in context.
Evaluation of the final piece.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed this module; it will be measured by combining:
Grades for your classwork and homework.
Grade for the photomontage
The final drawing based on the photomontage.

MODULE 2 EXPLORATION THROUGH OBSERVATION

Aims
To introduce you to the basic art elements - Space and Form.
To provide you with an overview of the development through the history of 20th Century Art
To develop your drawing skills
To develop evaluative techniques.

Major Outcomes
Research and experiments based upon artwork studied
Compositional drawings for the final piece taking into account the influence of the art movement being studied
Observation drawing and development in chosen medium
An evaluation of the final piece against the agreed criteria and specification.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
Speaking and listening
Following instructions
Responding to questions
Evaluating
Learning and understanding new vocabulary
Annotation of work Scale
Proportion
Symmetry

GCSE Skills
You will:
Learn to observe and analyse art works.
Develop drawing and contextual understanding skills.
Use of a variety of media to communicate ideas and meanings

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

space, dramatic, figurative, original, form, manipulated, emotional, malleable ,distortion ,negative, illusion ,flexible, emphasis, positive, engage ,movement, reality, dimensions, statement ,cast, structure ,dominate, plane ,quality, impression, emphasise ,appeal ,light ,ridged, display

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines set.
Critical and historical research on 20th Century artists work.
Learn spelling and vocabulary.
An evaluation

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class
Commitment to the work

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed this module; it will be measured by combining:
Grades for your class work and homework.
The grade for your final piece.

MODULE 3 PAINTING

Aims
To develop your painting techniques and expand your understanding.
To develop your appreciation and ability to manipulate the art elements and principles of composition.
To introduce you to various emphases within the art of the 20th century moving away form the reality of the 19th century and the Impressionists.
To continue to develop an appropriate approach to sketchbook work.
To develop an understanding and appreciation for self-expression
To encourage critical evaluation of one’s own and others work in light of their criteria.

Major Outcomes
An abstracted painting.
Several preparation drawings.
Compositional drawings for the final painting taking into account the influence of the art movement being studied
An evaluation of the final painting against the agreed criteria and specification.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills
Speaking and listening
Following instructions
Responding to questions
Evaluating
Learning and understanding new vocabulary
Annotation of work Scale
Proportion
Internet Research
Word Processing
Image Manipulation Recognition of cultural identity.
Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues.

GCSE Skills
You will:
Continue to develop your understanding of the creative process.
Further develop skills and understanding for working in a sketchbook.
Refine your painting skills.
Be encouraged to research and experiment around a topic.
Continue to develop an appreciation understanding and critical awareness of the art of other times.
Pay close attention to detail.
Learn to evaluate critically your own work.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

distortion ,grid ,personal, popular culture, manipulation ,optical, abstract, the arts ,photomontage, social reality ,establishment, emphasis, political ,symbolic, critics ,exploit, rebel ,alternative ,deconstruct, reflect ,controversial ,reactionary ,anti-establishment, visual, thoughtful ,communicate, stimulating ,conceptual art ,emotive

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Critical and historical research on artists work.
Collecting stimulus resources.
Drawing from observation and imagination.
Planning for final composition.
An evaluation

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:

Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class
Commitment to the work

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed this module; it will be measured by combining:
Grades for your classwork and homework.
The grade for your final painting.

MODULE 4 WEARABLE ART

Aims
To develop your understanding of fabric construction/decoration techniques.
To investigate both the practical and aesthetic qualities of wearable art.
To work under the influence of western art of the C20th and appreciate the connections between art and design.
To generate mood, atmosphere and character in a garment.
To develop evaluative techniques when using set criteria and specifications
To increase awareness of the importance of quality and finish

Major Outcomes
20th Century art should be the source of inspiration for an expressive garment.
A fabric based mood board creating elements of their chosen movement/s.
CAD for iron-on transfer
A thorough evaluation report based upon criteria based testing.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills
Speaking and listening
Following instructions
Discussing
Responding to questions
Evaluating
Learning and understanding new vocabulary
Annotation of work. Scale
Proportion
Symmetry
Measurement Internet research
Word processing
CAD

GCSE Skills
You will:
Continue to develop your practical understanding of the Design Process.
Be introduced to the basic principles of fashion design
Continue to develop an appreciation of the cultural and historical influences upon fashion design.
Learn to select and record from research and observation.
Continue to learn about visual communication and presentation.
Continue to develop the basic principles of simple manufacture and construction.
Learn to test and evaluate a product.
Work from information collected in your sketch book

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

wearable ,proportion, distribution, space, inspiration, scale ,symmetrical, form, contemporary ,three dimensional, asymmetric, quality, analysis ,structure, complementary ,manipulation, annotate, moodboard, illustrate ,craft, achieve, symbolic, aesthetic ,emphasis, characteristics, narrative ,appropriate, character, criteria ,appropriate,

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week bases and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research on contemporary fashion influences
Collecting and analysis of contemporary and historic garment design.
Drawing and fashion design based on specification.
Learning of spelling and meaning of words
Plan an evaluative questionnaire.
An evaluation

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class
Commitment to the work

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed this module; it will be measured by combining:
Grades for your classwork and homework.
The final grade for your garment design based on its compliance with the specification and criteria.
The evaluation

MODULE 5 AIR POWERED SPRINTER/CARS

Aims
To develop understanding of basic metal work processes
To develop new knowledge/skills and broaden existing understanding of specialist equipment and techniques.
To further pupils understanding of the design process and the importance of time management on project planning.
To expand the pupils knowledge of materials and there properties/suitability for specific roles.
To introduce pupils to simple construction techniques and develop their ability to think analytically about their practice.

Major Outcomes
An ability to work to a template.
An air powered car.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
Speaking and listening
Following instructions
Discussing
Responding to questions
Evaluating
Learning and understanding new vocabulary
Annotation of work. Scale
Proportion
Symmetry
Ratios
Calculations of speed Internet research
Word processing
2D design software Environmental issues explored in relation to the development in society of renewable energy resources.

GCSE skills
You will:
Continue to develop understanding of the Design Process.
Develop an understanding of working in resistant and compliant materials.
Increasingly consider the manufacture process and specifically how it can be used to speed up production, ensuring high standards of quality control.
Develop an understanding for the need to work to strict tolerances i.e. accurate measurements and precision cutting.
Continue to learn to test and evaluate a product.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

bracket, chassis ,lamination, polythene, pneumatics ,burr, modelling ,assembly, pressure ,friction, continuous ,modification, vessel, aluminium, proportions ,resources, template, guillotine, mechanism, renewable

Homework
Homework will be set on a two-week basis and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
Research on current/similar products.
Identification and sketching of different types of structure and forces within the home.*
Stage by stage flow chart of making process with CCP points and descriptive analysis of quality control issues.*
Production, completion, analysis and presentation of results of a research driven questionnaire using a range of given diagrammatic forms.
Worksheet on inputs and outputs*
End of module evaluation *
Learning for Spelling and meanings test.

* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class
Commitment to the work

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed this module; it will be measured by combining
Grades for key class work and homework (*)
The grade for your final product (*)

MODULE 6 GRAPHICS ILLUSTRATION

Aims
To develop an appreciation of graphics and the design process.
To introduce the basic principles of illustration.
To develop an appreciation of the qualities of printing.
To investigate the communicative and emotive qualities of text and image.
To encourage the selection of appropriate ideas, styles, processes and media for a final product.
To develop evaluative techniques when using set criteria and specific specifications

Major Outcomes
A clear written specification based on sound criteria.
Research and experiments based upon the ideas stimulated by music and other cultures.
Experiments with printing techniques.
CD design analysis.
Typographical experimentation and analysis.
Final designs.
A CD design.
A thorough evaluation based upon original specification and criteria.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
Speaking and listening
Following instructions
Discussing
Responding to questions
Responding to visual vocabulary
Evaluating
Learning and understanding new vocabulary
Annotation of work. Scale
Proportion
Symmetry
Measurement Internet research
Word processing
Serif Pageplus
Photoplus
Image manipulation
Recognition of cultural identity.
Thinking about spiritual, social and cultural issues

GCSE Skills
You will:
Continue to develop your practical understanding of the Design Process.
Be introduced to the basic principles of illustration, layout work, manufacture and production.
Develop printing capabilities.
Gain awareness of the way image and text can stimulate emotion and atmosphere.
Learn to select and record from research and observation.
Develop an appreciation of the common practises and influences upon Fine Art and Design.
Learn about visual communication and presentation.
Continue to develop the basic principles of simple manufacture and production.
Learn to test and evaluate a product according to the initial specification and criteria.

Key Vocabulary
During this module you will need to become familiar with the following words and be able to spell them correctly:

emotive ,mood, genre ,audience ,expressive, respond ,style, typographical, spontaneous ,abstract, techniques, associations ,narrative, illustration ,critique ,critical, identity ,composition ,dimensions ,evaluate

Homework
Homework will be set on two-week bases and is expected to be thoughtfully presented and completed to meet deadlines.
A collection of examples of existing CD/Vinyl covers advertised in magazines and flyers, create a collage from the ones you find.*
An observational drawing of a related aspect of your theme
Research on lettering*
Learning for spelling and understanding vocabulary test
Plan an evaluation questionnaire based on music genres
Evaluation of final design

* = Key homework’s and class work used for final assessments.

Assessment
Effort
This is very important and it will be assessed by the teacher monitoring your:
Ability to meet homework and class deadlines.
Concentration in class
Contribution in class
Commitment to the work

Attainment
This is a measure of how well you have progressed this module; it will be measured by combining
Grades for key class work and homework (*)
The grade for your final product (*)

MODULE 7 GRAPHICS DRAWING

Aims
To develop basic drawing skills.
To develop freehand co-ordination and technique.
To develop an ability to communicate visually.

Major Outcomes
To draw a Third Angle Orthographic Projection of a shape.
To produce a drawing of an object using crating.

Literacy/Numeracy Key Skills.
Speaking and listening
Following instructions
Responding to questions
Evaluating
Learning and understanding new vocabulary Scale
Proportion
Symmetry
Measurement
Perspective
Grids 2D Design

GSEC Skills
You will:
Develop your practical understanding of the Design Process.
Use 2D Design to produce technical drawings.
Increase your ability to use the