Using creativity and imagination, students will design and make products that solve real and relevant problems.
Students will acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and draw on cross curricular disciplines such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art. Students learn how to take risks within a supportive environment, becoming resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable young adults.
Through the evaluation of existing products (both past and present), they develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider environment.
Enrichment
Learners knowledge is regularly linked to everyday products. The decisions which were made when a product was designed, manufactured and disposed.
Links beyond the classroom exist around us every moment of the day, students are encouraged not to take these products for granted.
Assessment
Internal assessments will take place throughout each year to monitor student progress and further inform teaching and learning.
Students will be assessed with an exam worth 40% of their overall grade and coursework worth the other 60%.
KS4 Specification
Careers
Engineering links materials knowledge, processes and design with the environment around us. There is an emphasis on time management and independent working as all topic areas have a large element of coursework.
Curriculum Overview
| Year | Cycle 1 | Cycle 2 | Cycle 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 10 | Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of engineering materials and processes, and their application in the manufacture of engineered products. | The content of this unit includes basic engineering processes, allowing for a practical approach to be taken in the delivery of the unit. This unit also covers types of engineering materials such as ferrous and non-ferrous metals, alloys, polymers, thermosetting plastics, ceramics, composites, smart materials and new and emerging materials. | Learners will understand properties of engineering materials and learn the theory of hand and machine skills to engineer a product. |
| Year 11 | Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of engineering materials and processes, and their application in the manufacture of engineered products. | The content of this unit includes basic engineering processes, allowing for a practical approach to be taken in the delivery of the unit. This unit also covers types of engineering materials such as ferrous and non-ferrous metals, alloys, polymers, thermosetting plastics, ceramics, composites, smart materials and new and emerging materials. | Learners will understand properties of engineering materials and learn the theory of hand and machine skills to engineer a product. |