Our resources aim to give Design & Technology teachers and students a clear understanding of the requirements of the new specification GCSE Design and Technology course. The resources available from ACA Resources provide complete coverage of all theory required for the exam, as well as comprehensive guidance for the Non-exam assessment.
Our resources aim to give Design & Technology teachers and students a clear understanding of the requirements of the new specification GCSE Design and Technology course. The resources available from ACA Resources provide complete coverage of all theory required for the exam, as well as comprehensive guidance for the Non-exam assessment.
Teacher’s guide for component 2 of the Eduqas/WJEC A-Level in Design and Technology (non-exam assessment).
Includes top-level grade descriptors, and suggestions for content to be covered across each section of the non-exam assessment.
AQA GCSE DT - Review Booklet Sections 1-3
This booklet is designed to allow students to engage in short review tasks for retrieval practice of theory lesson content.
The review booklet is designed to accompany the theory lessons, which can be found at ACA Resources on TES
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/complete-gcse-dt-theory-workbooks-12191361
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Complete Theory Workbooks.
This series of workbooks offer comprehensive coverage of the complete A-Level Design and Technology / Product Design theory content.
Resources are fully editable and printable, meaning students can work through them digitally or in printed workbook format.
Download the accompanying free tracker to maximise student engagement.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section I (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section I - Wider Issues and Standards
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section I of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
I1 - Responsible Design
I2 - Design for Manufacture and Project Management
I3 - National and International Standards in Product Design
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section H (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section H - Manufacturing
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section H of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
H1 - Selecting Appropriate Tools, Equipment and Processes
H2 - Accuracy in Design and Manufacture
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section G (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section G - Design Processes and Evaluation
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section G of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
G1 - Product Life Cycle
G2 - Design Processes
G3 - Critical Analysis and Evaluation
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section F (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section F - Design Methods, Influences and Issues
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section F of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
F1 - Design Methods and Processes
F2 - Design Influences, Styles and Movements
F3 - Designers and their Work
F4 - Socio-economic Influences
F5 - Major Developments in Technology
F6 - Social, Moral and Ethical Issues
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section E (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section E - Feasibility, Design, Manufacture and Use
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section E of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
E1 - Design for Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair and Disposal
E2 - Feasibility Studies
E3 - Enterprise and Marketing in the Development of Products
E4 - Design Communication
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section D (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section D - Industry Requirements and Standards
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section D of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
D1 - Modern Industrial and Commercial Practice
D2 - Digital Design and Manufacture
D3 - The Requirements for Product Design and Development
D4 - Health and Safety
D5 - Protecting Designs and Intellectual Property
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section C (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section C - Enhancements, Processes and Finishes
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section C of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
C1 - Enhancements of Materials
C2 - Paper and Board Forming Processes
C3 - Polymer Processes
C4 - Metal Processes
C5 - Wood Processes
C6 - Adhesives and Fixings
C7 - The Use of Finishes
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section B (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section B - Advanced Materials
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section B of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
B1 - Biodegradable Materials
B2 - Composites
B3 - Smart Materials
B4 - Modern Materials
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
Tracker to be used with the A-Level DT Theory Resources (Available on TES ACAResources).
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/ACAResources
Simple input:
1 = Section Complete
h = Section set for homework
n = Section not complete or overdue
blank = Section not yet set
Includes visual percentage completion bars (auto-generated) to give teacher and students clarity and opportunity for individual target setting.
Also includes auto-generated progress bars for display in lesson, and printing as evidence of progress over time.
Encourages students to take ownership of their learning of the exam theory, and the visual progress scores provide motivation and clear goals.
Students can work on different sections where appropriate, and in many cases students may wish to complete sections individually in their own time and bring them back to be ‘checked off’.
Each A-Level DT Theory resource includes exam style questioning which can be used to further check understanding of each section upon completion.
A-Level Design and Technology (Product Design)
Theory Section A (All 9 sections A through to I are also available)
Section A - Materials, Characteristics and Uses
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content from section A of the theory, required for the A-Level DT exams.
A1 - Materials and their Applications
A2 - Classification of Materials
A3 - Methods for Investigating and Testing Materials
A4 - Performance Characteristics of Paper and Board
A5 - Performance Characteristics of Paper and Board
A6 - Performance Characteristics of Woods
A7 - Performance Characteristics of Metals
A8 - Performance Characteristics of Polymers
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each sub-section includes worksheets and practice questions to aid retention and understanding of how the content may be presented in the exam.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-dt-theory-tracker-12396290
The content in this workbook has been designed to meet the demands of the AQA A-level in Design and Technology/ Product Design. The content also closely meets the requirements for Eduqas/WJEC, OCR and Edexcel.
All resources from AQA GCSE DT - Designing and Making.
Complete Designing and Making GCSE Design and Technology theory. This resource comprehensively covers the designing and making theory required for the written exam and Non-Exam Assessment.
All theory content sections are available from ACA Resources.
This bundle includes the following:
All 9 PowerPoint resources (Section DM1 - DM9)
All 9 A4 printable versions (Section DM1 - DM9)
Designing and Making Knowledge Organiser
Now also includes the complete A4 printable workbook.
(If you would like to try the resources first, All Section 1.4 resources are available as a free sample)
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/aqa-gcse-dt-1-4-sustainability-and-social-issues-12196648
AQA GCSE Design and Technology - Knowledge Organiser for Designing and Making
Knowledge Organiser containing all of the key words needed in Designing and Making, in preparation for the AQA GCSE Design and Technology exam and Non-Exam Assessment.
The sections in this knowledge organiser are aligned with the sections in the AQA GCSE Design and Technology revision guide by CGP Books.
This knowledge organiser is particularly effective when used in combination with our other theory resources to be found in our store.
Knowledge organisers are also available for all theory sections (Sections 1-5).
GCSE Design and Technology
Designing and Making Theory
Student Workbook
This workbook comprehensively covers all content for Designing and Making theory, required for the GCSE DT exam and Non-Exam Assessment.
The workbook can be used as a framework for teaching, as well as for student independent working.
Each section includes worksheets and a knowledge organiser. At the end of the workbook there is also a blank knowledge organiser which can be used to review learning and retention of key knowledge.
Progress can be tracked using the free tracker available from ACA Resources on TES
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/aqa-gcse-dt-theory-tracker-12190083
AQA GCSE Design and Technology (DT) - Designing and Making - Using Materials Efficiently
This resource contains all of the key knowledge that the students are required to know for Designing and Making - Using Materials Efficiently
Prototypes
Efficient Use of Materials
Waste
Marking Out Tools
Nesting
Calculating Waste
Safety
The sections in these resources align with the sections in the AQA DT revision guide by CGP Books, which gives students clarity and confidence in preparation for both the NEA and the written exam.
These resources have been developed with the following goals in mind:
Allows learners to work through the theory independently, promoting challenge for all learners and ability levels
Disruptive students have less effect on the progress of the learners, as the resources encourage independent learning.
Promotes a love of learning, as learners self-motivate. This is particularly effective when the series of resources is used in combination with the tracker (available for free) designed to show learners their progress through the resources.
Allows independent home learning to be set that follows on and links clearly with the classwork.
Ensures that students have covered all theory required for the exam, with absolute clarity, *(particularly effective when used with the tracker)
Suggested strategy:
This resource is one sub-section. When used as a complete section the following strategy can be adopted:
Begin the lesson by discussion of key words and ideas required in this sub-section. This can be enhanced with related videos from sites such as YouTube.
Encourage students to independently research each concept they come across in the activity by using the internet, CGP revision guide, knowledge organiser (available seperately), peer discussion, teacher discussion etc.
At the end of each resource there are exam-style questions to prepare students for how the knowledge may need to be applied in the exam.
When the sub-section is complete, students get this checked by the teacher and marked off on the tracker (available for free).
The student can then move on to the next sub-section at their own pace, or if you wish to keep the class at the same point, they can act as consultants for the other students in the class, further cementing their knowledge.
These resources have been tested, developed and implemented across our academy and have had a drastic impact on student preparedness for the exam, exam results, and student engagement with the course. The resources can also be used at KS3 in preparation for the GCSE course
AQA GCSE Design and Technology (DT) - Designing and Making - Manufacturing Specification
This resource contains all of the key knowledge that the students are required to know for Designing and Making - Manufacturing Specification
Manufacturing Specification
Costing
Quality Control
Flowcharts
Flowchart Symbols
Gantt Charts
The sections in these resources align with the sections in the AQA DT revision guide by CGP Books, which gives students clarity and confidence in preparation for both the NEA and the written exam.
These resources have been developed with the following goals in mind:
Allows learners to work through the theory independently, promoting challenge for all learners and ability levels
Disruptive students have less effect on the progress of the learners, as the resources encourage independent learning.
Promotes a love of learning, as learners self-motivate. This is particularly effective when the series of resources is used in combination with the tracker (available for free) designed to show learners their progress through the resources.
Allows independent home learning to be set that follows on and links clearly with the classwork.
Ensures that students have covered all theory required for the exam, with absolute clarity, *(particularly effective when used with the tracker)
Suggested strategy:
This resource is one sub-section. When used as a complete section the following strategy can be adopted:
Begin the lesson by discussion of key words and ideas required in this sub-section. This can be enhanced with related videos from sites such as YouTube.
Encourage students to independently research each concept they come across in the activity by using the internet, CGP revision guide, knowledge organiser (available seperately), peer discussion, teacher discussion etc.
At the end of each resource there are exam-style questions to prepare students for how the knowledge may need to be applied in the exam.
When the sub-section is complete, students get this checked by the teacher and marked off on the tracker (available for free).
The student can then move on to the next sub-section at their own pace, or if you wish to keep the class at the same point, they can act as consultants for the other students in the class, further cementing their knowledge.
These resources have been tested, developed and implemented across our academy and have had a drastic impact on student preparedness for the exam, exam results, and student engagement with the course. The resources can also be used at KS3 in preparation for the GCSE course
AQA GCSE Design and Technology (DT) - Designing and Making - Drawing Techniques
This resource contains all of the key knowledge that the students are required to know for Designing and Making - Drawing Techniques
Freehand Sketching
Perspective Drawing
Orthographic Drawing
Isometric Drawing
System Diagram
Schematic Diagram
Scale Drawing
Exploded Diagram
The sections in these resources align with the sections in the AQA DT revision guide by CGP Books, which gives students clarity and confidence in preparation for both the NEA and the written exam.
These resources have been developed with the following goals in mind:
Allows learners to work through the theory independently, promoting challenge for all learners and ability levels
Disruptive students have less effect on the progress of the learners, as the resources encourage independent learning.
Promotes a love of learning, as learners self-motivate. This is particularly effective when the series of resources is used in combination with the tracker (available for free) designed to show learners their progress through the resources.
Allows independent home learning to be set that follows on and links clearly with the classwork.
Ensures that students have covered all theory required for the exam, with absolute clarity, *(particularly effective when used with the tracker)
Suggested strategy:
This resource is one sub-section. When used as a complete section the following strategy can be adopted:
Begin the lesson by discussion of key words and ideas required in this sub-section. This can be enhanced with related videos from sites such as YouTube.
Encourage students to independently research each concept they come across in the activity by using the internet, CGP revision guide, knowledge organiser (available seperately), peer discussion, teacher discussion etc.
At the end of each resource there are exam-style questions to prepare students for how the knowledge may need to be applied in the exam.
When the sub-section is complete, students get this checked by the teacher and marked off on the tracker (available for free).
The student can then move on to the next sub-section at their own pace, or if you wish to keep the class at the same point, they can act as consultants for the other students in the class, further cementing their knowledge.
These resources have been tested, developed and implemented across our academy and have had a drastic impact on student preparedness for the exam, exam results, and student engagement with the course. The resources can also be used at KS3 in preparation for the GCSE course
AQA GCSE Design and Technology (DT) - Designing and Making - Design Strategies
This resource contains all of the key knowledge that the students are required to know for Designing and Making - Design Strategies
Systems Approach
User-Centred Design
Iterative Design
Collaboration
Client Involvement
User Involvement
Expert Opinion
Modelling
The sections in these resources align with the sections in the AQA DT revision guide by CGP Books, which gives students clarity and confidence in preparation for both the NEA and the written exam.
These resources have been developed with the following goals in mind:
Allows learners to work through the theory independently, promoting challenge for all learners and ability levels
Disruptive students have less effect on the progress of the learners, as the resources encourage independent learning.
Promotes a love of learning, as learners self-motivate. This is particularly effective when the series of resources is used in combination with the tracker (available for free) designed to show learners their progress through the resources.
Allows independent home learning to be set that follows on and links clearly with the classwork.
Ensures that students have covered all theory required for the exam, with absolute clarity, *(particularly effective when used with the tracker)
Suggested strategy:
This resource is one sub-section. When used as a complete section the following strategy can be adopted:
Begin the lesson by discussion of key words and ideas required in this sub-section. This can be enhanced with related videos from sites such as YouTube.
Encourage students to independently research each concept they come across in the activity by using the internet, CGP revision guide, knowledge organiser (available seperately), peer discussion, teacher discussion etc.
At the end of each resource there are exam-style questions to prepare students for how the knowledge may need to be applied in the exam.
When the sub-section is complete, students get this checked by the teacher and marked off on the tracker (available for free).
The student can then move on to the next sub-section at their own pace, or if you wish to keep the class at the same point, they can act as consultants for the other students in the class, further cementing their knowledge.
These resources have been tested, developed and implemented across our academy and have had a drastic impact on student preparedness for the exam, exam results, and student engagement with the course. The resources can also be used at KS3 in preparation for the GCSE course