This sheet covers the use of standard components for GCSE Design and Technology . It is supported by a 5 minute YouTube clip. the clip explains standard components an their use . Was created for AQA D&T but standard components feature in the other D&T Specifications also. Youtube clip mentions slowing of globaliation post covid. this may also be used for AS product Design. For more information see my YouTube channel - Mr Ridley’s Design and Technology.

This consists of three A3 sheets for GCSE. These sheets are intended to work with my Youtube clips on " Types of Wood" there is an question sheet featuring GCSE type questions and an accompanying A3 learning mat which features all information to answer the questions. I addition there is a starter task for a later lesson to check learning Together these resources could be used as an introductory lesson on Types of wood.

Stock Forms of materials for GCSE This resource covers the stock forms of materials, including the stock forms of timber, metals and polymers. This consists of three A3 sheets, two information sheets/ learning mats and an A3 sheet of exam type questions. These sheets are supported by a Youtube clip that was specifically created for this purpose.

This resource covers types of production Mass/Batch /One off , for GCSE D&T or perhaps KS3. This comprises an A3 worksheet a A5 Learning check sheet. and an A4 revision question sheet. this sheet was created to Introduce types of production for GCSE D&T. there is a YouTube clip " Methods of production" and also a walkthough clip for the A5 Learning check clip.

This resource covers GCSE type questions around the subject of metal processes. It includes methods of joining metals, finish metals and a link to offshore manufacture with a mixed question which is typical of all exam boards. These Metal processes questions are featured in GCSE Design and Technology, Product design and GCSE Engineering papers, so these worksheets would be suitable for students sitting any one of these. As usual my worksheets are supported by YouTube clips. I have included a question walkthrough for some of the main questions, these walkthroughs allow students to follow a structured approach to dealing with these type of questions. I have also linked a subject knowledge clip on poprivieting which is featured on the worksheet. What’s included; A3 sheet Metal processes. A4 Learning Review sheet (2X A5) Metal processes

KD fittings and Knock down Furniture for GCSE Design and Technology . An A3 worksheet covering this subject and an A5 learning review sheet. This is linked to two 5 minute YouTube clip on my Channel Mr Ridley’s Design and Technology, one clip covers the worksheet and the other covers the learning review. This is for KS4 GCSE D&T. It could also be used as an introduction to the subject for KS5 product Design students.

GCSE D&T Exam Design Question Barbeque Tools An A3 sheet containing GCSE style questions relating to the design of products. These questions relate to processes of manufacturing materials and ergonomic design. This sheet is supported by a YouTube walkthrough and also a clip relating to ergonomics of barbeque tools. This can be used a a part of a GCSE D&T lesson

An A3 worksheet on the topic of computer game design. This sheet would support a lesson in Design and Technology or Art subject areas. This would make an ideal lesson as part of a computer game design project, or as a standalone or cover lesson. The object of the lesson is to design a monster character for a space themed computer game. The student’s are prompted on the sheet to consider the features of the monster that will make the game more interesting and enjoyable to play. There is also a link on the sheet to possible career paths for game design included in the sheet which could promote classroom discussion or be utilised prior to the end of KS3 options.

A set of seven A4 sheets that cover industrial production, lean manufacturing, and just in time manufacturing. These comprise a mix of exam type questions and scaffolding for note taking. I created these to work with the clips on my Youtube channel. This resource can be used in a Product design lesson in the classroom. Alternatively they could be set as home learning to consolidate the knowledge by providing the students with sheets and embedding the clips from Youtube into a Google classroom.

Specialist Design and Technology Equipment Exam questions for GCSE D&T and Product Design. Specialist Design and Technology Equipment is a common theme for examiners in GCSE D&T and Product Design and the equipment featured in these questions are often featured in past papers. Here’s a chance to cover these three pieces of equipment in enough detail to enable students to tackle such questions. This consists of two A3 sheets one is a question sheet and the second contains marking guidance for each of the questions. This then enables students to complete the question and then ideally peer mark the response. These sheets would be ideal for a stand alone GCSE revision or as cover work.

A home learning resource for GCSE D&T involving a brands investigation. This is a major home learning task that covers brands , typically this could be set over a half term as a longer home learning task. This then covers this area which is a GCSE requirement in all GCSE D&T specifications. Included is an A3 worksheet and a copy of an exemplar completed task. This clip is also available on my YouTube channel

Worksheets and a learning checklist for GCSE Design and Technology. I created these sheets to cover primarily Ergonomics and Anthropometrics, but they also cover the materials and construction and sustainability of the products featured. There are three accompanying YouTube Clips that cover ergonomics, materials and construction of toothbrushes and bbq tools. An A5 learning checklist is also included for revisiting the subject. Suitable for all GCSE Design and Technology specifications.

Ergonomics For GCSE D&T A pack of resources covering Ergonomics and Anthropometrics for GCSE Design & Technology. This consists of two A3 worksheets and an A5 learning check which can be completed later to check and consolidate learning. The worksheets are supported by two clips on my Youtube channel which show the important Ergonomic features of two example Products toothbrushes and Barbeque tools. These sheets could be used as a two lesson mini project to introduce Ergonomics and Anthropometrics for GCSE. Some tasks on the sheet could be set as Home learning if supported by one of the YouTube Clips. Other Youtube clips are available on my channel.

Three A3 sheets that covers most aspects of plastics for GCSE Design and Technology. These would also be suitable for GCSE engineering or product design students. These sheets comprise mostly of GCSE style questions and are supported by dedicated clips on my YouTube channel “Mr Ridley’s Design and Technology”. These may also be useful for A level product design students to enable them to revisit the subject of plastics. These sheets would also be useful if you wished to compile your own bespoke exam paper for these subject areas.

This resource consists of three A3 sheets for GCSE Design and Technology or Product Design. One sheet has two GCSE exam type questions that relate to environmental impact and consumer choice. the two other sheets are full mark schemes for the two questions This type of questions may feature in papers because these issues are currently very topical . Q2 also relates to the properties of two materials (Bamboo and polypropylene ), It is possible that these type of questions may feature in future exams. The questions also relate to more sustainable products offered by high street retailers. the clip offers a walk though with a clear point that students can stop the clip and answer the question which can be useful for Independent revision.

A set of dedicated learning mats to use in GCSE Design and Technology lessons. These are five subject focused A3 sheets that can be used to enable students to complete question sheets in the relevant areas. This can also be used as a set of support materials as information sheets to enable students to complete GCSE NEA sheets around choosing materials and completing parts lists for their NEA folio. 5 A3 learning Mats Types of wood - Hardwoods & softwoods Types of metals - Ferrous and non ferrous Manufactured boards Stock forms of Materials 1- wood and metal stock forms Stock forms of Materials 2 - stock forms of polymers these sheets are also intended to work with and support resources available on my Youtube channel.

This resource contains everything that you need to deliver a lesson on longer form D&T questions. This question is about standard forms of materials. This would make a great resource for GCSE D&T or Engineering revision sessions. I usually use two lessons on this set of resources, the first lesson to cover subject knowledge and the second lesson to tackle the long form exam question, this includes peer marking using the supplied mark scheme. What you get; A3 learning mat / knowledge organiser on Standard components A3 Set of exam type questions A3 student friendly mark scheme for long form question Set of slides on standard components. This resource is supported by two Youtube clips which I have also linked.

This is a set of exam questions that form a A3 test paper or possibly an end of unit test for graphics , the test covers orthographic, isometric and exploded drawing. these are the main areas of graphics covered in GCSE Design and Technology Product Design and also GCSE Engineering . This resource includes a student friendly mark scheme and a dedicated Youtube clip that explains the mark scheme. There is also a front sheet to complete the package. the clip is avalable on my YouTube channel "Mr Ridley Design and Technology.