HEATHCOTE SCHOOL A LEVEL PRODUCT DESIGN 3D DESIGN

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1 HEATHCOTE SCHOOL A LEVEL PRODUCT DESIGN 3D DESIGN Name: Teacher/s:

2 Course Introduction Product Design is an A-level subject that combines the disciplines of Resistant Materials and Graphics in the pursuit of creating elegant design solutions to established problems. By studying this course you will gain skills in problem solving using technical solutions, develop your understanding of how products are manufactured and enhance your literacy and numeracy skills through specific planning and analysis of your design proposals. During your first year you will be set the challenge of designing and manufacturing five products, including a dual-function lighting product for a target client group of your choice. The product should provide a sustainable solution that makes effective use of materials by considering aspects of manufacturing such as material sourcing, product construction and the application of an aesthetically appealing and durable finish. There are some key differences between the GCSE and A-level product that you should consider when applying for this course. There is no limit on the number of pages to be included in your portfolio and so we work to an approximate 40-page A3 document to show your journey through the design of your product in full. You will also be required to produce a large range of computer-aided presentations using a variety of CAD/CAM software packages. A further key difference at A-level is that Product Design requires you to combine resistant and compliant materials together so you are less constrained when generating your design proposals. Finally, the weighting between exam and coursework is slightly different with the course being split down the centre with a 50% weighting given to each of the two component. The examination is similar in structure to the GCSE with a series of short-answer questions testing student knowledge on aspects of Product Design such as material properties, manufacturing processes as well as requiring you to analyse the design effectiveness of existing products. Lessons will include discussions relating to design principles, short drawing and modelling activities, essay-style written pieces and coursework development. You should approach this subject with an expectation to share your ideas and in doing so be prepared to be challenged on your knowledge and understanding of products and how they are designed.

3 Coursework Portfolio The five made products are accompanied by a coursework portfolio that is used to document the design journey that resulted in the final outcome. This document should be approximately forty pages long and will include examples of analytical and evaluative writing, sequences for planning, a variety of research types as well as an extensive range of innovative design ideas. Below are examples of work produced by previous students and the feedback provided by the teacher: The circle around the mirror will act as support for it. This circle will be manufactured using the laser cutter and the material I will use is acrylic. - Aim to provide a specific measurement for the circle diameter to provide insight into the product proportion. You may also wish to explain how you intend to fabricate this component part to the main body of your mirror product. My product will be approximately millimetres in height, 200 millimetres in width and 200 millimetres in length. - It is really important that you commit to the key dimensions in your specification in order for your design ideas to be produced against the specific criteria. I have created this orthographic drawing to help me plan the making of my product. In my presentation you can see that on the side projection there is a place for the hidden cigar holder as well as the position of the planned pewter-cast crown handle that will be positioned on the front of the cufflink drawer display module. - You have used specific technical language to provide a clear insight into your design intention. The layout of this page works well and supports your planned ideas for product manufacture.

4 Coursework Portfolio Checklist Situation and Need / Aims and Objectives / Brief Task Analysis Project Attributes Table / Target Customer Profile Mood Board Gantt Chart Existing Product Analysis Questionnaire with Results Analysis Secondary Research: Design Movement Materials, Construction and Finish Research Ergonomics Research / Ergonome Primary and Secondary Research Lighting Client-centred Research / Research Summary Specification Sketching (Alternative Media) Materials / Techniques Investigation (Pewter, Acrylic, Veneers) Compliant Material Experiments / Promotional Design Ideas Sketching Ideas: Isometric / Perspective CAD Initial Shaping Target Customer Review Plastic Curvature Forming Models / Laminating Models Design Development: Sketchup / 2D Design Styrofoam Modelling / Card Models Drawn Design Development Packaging Ideas Page RAG Review Against Spec Final Design with Justification Persuasive Retailer Letter 3D CAD Modelling / Photoshop Sustainability Plan Manufacturing Time Plan Orthographic Projection / Cutting List Making Flow Chart / Quality Control Table Workshop Experiments Diary of Manufacture Testing and Analysis of Results Personal Evaluation and Modification Ideas Evaluation against the Specification Consumer Evaluation

5 Coursework Marking Criterion [Year 12] Criterion 1: Investigation and clarification of problems: Comprehensive, organised range of sources of information including relevant practical investigations, taking into account current trends, available technologies and the needs of the client Perceptive analysis of information Comprehensive specification, well-reasoned and based on research and investigation Criterion 2: Development of a Design Proposal: Comprehensive, imaginative and feasible ideas Excellent development of a sophisticated/elegant solution achieved by exploring and experimenting with different proportions, material combinations and the functions of materials, methods of production, construction and modelling Full explanation of all decisions made Comprehensive and detailed plan of making, including relevant quality control checks, in order to achieve a high quality outcome in the stated time Criterion 3: Making / Modelling: High level of making/modelling skills and accuracy using a varied range of materials with ability to adapt the original idea Planned quality control checks are applied throughout the making/modelling to ensure consistency and safety Outcome satisfies all major points of the specification In-depth and detailed use of appropriate modelling strategies which help clarify the form of the prototype or product and production/manufacturing methods Criterion 4: Evaluation and Testing: Detailed and comprehensive testing strategy applied throughout with results used to inform the design and refine any modifications All aspects of the final prototype or product tested and evaluated against the specification Comments of others used appropriately to develop the prototype or product to improve the effectiveness of the final outcome Criterion 5: Communication and Presentation: Excellent level of communication and presentation, including competent use of appropriate technical language Excellent wide range of appropriate materials, techniques and media used to convey details of designing and making Complex ideas expressed extremely clearly and fluently in a structured and relevant way with few, if any, errors of grammar, punctuation and spelling