A mini assessment based on CAD/CAM for design and technology pupils. This can be done either at the start of a project or at the end to check progress and understanding. It can be edited easily as it is a word document.

A nice little extension task for the last week of term, there are a few design technology words to keep it subject relevant :)

2 x A3 Revision worksheets for AQA Design and Technology linked to Section C of the exam. These particular worksheets are focussed on “Investigating”. These revision worksheets can be completed independently using the links to BBC Bitesize provided at the top of each section.

1 x A3 Revision worksheets for AQA Design and Technology linked to Section C of the exam. These particular worksheets are focussed on “Evaluating”. These revision worksheets can be completed independently using the links to the relevant BBC Bitesize pages provided at the top of each section.

2 x A3 Revision worksheets for AQA Design and Technology linked to Section C of the exam. These particular worksheets are focussed on “Making”. These revision worksheets can be completed independently using the links to the relevant BBC Bitesize pages provided at the top of each section.

4 x A3 Revision worksheets for AQA Design and Technology linked to Section C of the exam. These particular worksheets are focussed on “Designing”. These revision worksheets can be completed independently using the links to relevant BBC Bitesize pages at the top of each section.

A worksheet allowing pupils to practice enlarging a drawing of a cordless drill. Once enlarged they can add colour shading/rendering to make it look as realistic as possible. This can work as a standalone task, extension task or even a cover lesson if required.

Three 1 Point Perspective worksheets based on drawing cubes, shapes and letters using the 1pp drawing technique. This is great for those starting to learn to learn the techniques and allow them to grasp the basics.

A worksheet for different drawing techniques (Isometric, Freehand, 1pp, 2pp) This could be completed as an initial assessment or as a progress check.

A worksheet for pupils to practice adding a realistic wood texture to 3D shapes. There is an example also attached.

A simple drawing and scaling task where pupils will enlarge a drawing of a glue gun. They will need to do this as accurately as possible and add colour shading to make it look as realistic as possible.

A research task based on different workshop tools and equipment. This can be completed as a one off lesson or as a simple and easy cover lesson.

A Re-Design task based on the design company Alessi. Pupils will need to redesign the products on the worksheet in the style of Alessi these include a: Hairdryer, Radio, Clock, Cutlery Set, Pizza Cutter and Potato Masher. Ideal for a follow up lesson on Alessi or a cover lesson.

A simple worksheet where pupils can design their own Blu Ray or video game cover. This is great for a single lesson or a cover lesson.

A design task based on a portable speaker. This is ideal as a one off lesson or as a simple cover lesson.

A Desk Tidy Design Task. This is ideal as a one off lesson or as a simple cover lesson.

A starting point for analysing a client for a particular project. This can be edited to suit a particular project or product if required.

This resource includes a worksheet that can be used to help pupils analyse existing products. This can be used alongside the included prompt helpsheet if needed. I have included a Publisher file if you wish to perform any edits.

A mini assessment that can be used with KS3 design and technology pupils about the early part of the design process. This assessment is useful either at the start of a project to check what they know already, or to use at the end of a project to check their progress and understanding. The questions layout etc can be edited if needed as it is a word document.

A set of evaluation questions that can be given at the end of a project. A word document is included if any editing of the questions is required. Works great for KS3 pupils to think about their project.