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.

A pack covering Wood and manufactured Boards for GCSE D&T This consists of two A3 worksheets and two Learning checks sheets. These sheets can be used with the revision Clips on my YouTube Channel. There are also Question walk-thoughs for the learning check questions and some of the worksheets. These could be used in KS4 D&T lessons and would be suitable for online learning. YouTube: Mr Ridley’s Design and Technology. Mr Ridley’s RMT revision.

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.

The manufacture of Iron and steel Home learning resource for GCSE A complete resource for students to complete a home learning task to understand the process of converting iron ore into steel. With a limited time to cover all areas of the specification for GCSE Design and Technology, Product Design or Engineering, it is useful to set some of the required areas for home learning tasks. This resource contains an A3 working sheet and an additional A4 support sheet which highlights the 5 main stages of the production of steel from iron ore. The home learning task is also supported by a Youtube clip which I created to provide additional support for students. You get; A3 working sheet A4 support sheet

Consumer Safety - A level Product Design Exam Type Question This resource is a longer response type of A level Product design question, This question relates to consumer safety features of the UK three pin electrical plug. When answering this type of question many students, despite producing paragraphs of text fail to gain the full mark available for the question. This consists of two A3 sheets one is a question sheet and the second contains full marking guidance from the examiner, for the exam. This then enables students to complete the question and then ideally peer mark the response. These sheets would be ideal for a stand alone a level question or as cover work.

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.

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.