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Ridgus's Construction and DT Resource Shop

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Welcome to my shop! I am a Secondary School teacher based in Reading UK. I am an experienced Construction teacher with a passion for vocational subjects. I also teach Design Technology and Engineering. Please have a look at my resources.

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Welcome to my shop! I am a Secondary School teacher based in Reading UK. I am an experienced Construction teacher with a passion for vocational subjects. I also teach Design Technology and Engineering. Please have a look at my resources.
Lesson Powerpoint for Fibre Optics BTEC Engineering
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Lesson Powerpoint for Fibre Optics BTEC Engineering

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A student friendly lesson powerpoint based on Fibre Optics. A selection of activities (starter, main, plenary) and leveled learning objectives. The content will help students understand the wider topic of the development of new technologies. Based on the Engineering Unit 1 specification but is versatile and be used in Design Technology and other STEM lessons. Attached are two photographs which show a simple but effective way to demonstrate fibre optics. Using a torch and a piece of clear Acrylic tube it can show how ‘light’ travels through the wire. This can used when showing the Polar Bear hair slide.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.4
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.4

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.4 Technologies and Materials Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.2 Evaluating technologies
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.2 Evaluating technologies

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.2 Evaluatying new and emerging technologies to inform design decisions. The Powerpoint covers: ACCESS FM, Critical evaluation, Carbon Footprint, x4 R’s, Life Cycle Assessment A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.8  Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.8 Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective 1.8 Categorisation of Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals. The Powerpoint covers: Ferrous/ Non Ferrous, Mechanical and Physical properties, ductility, Malleability and hardness All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Plumbing Project Booklet - Construction
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Plumbing Project Booklet - Construction

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A student booklet designed for a plumbing project that can last 15 lessons. Copper pipe plumbing a letter or number. Soldering, pipe bending etc Each page has tasks which are linked to the teaching powerpoint and the practical lessons are also broken down inside so students understand what they need to do. At the end of each page their is an option for the students to self access against a pre-set criteria and this is linked to a quick and easy teacher assessment. Can be used as a small introductory project to a construction course or a different DT project for KS3 and 4
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment  Unit 1 AC1.1
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.1

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.1 The Sector Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.12 Natural and Manufactured Timbers
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.12 Natural and Manufactured Timbers

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.12 Natural and Manufactured Timbers. The Powerpoint covers: Soft Wood, Hard Wood, Man made boards, hardness, toughness All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology Coursework Guide for  Students (GCSE 1-9)
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Edexcel Design and Technology Coursework Guide for Students (GCSE 1-9)

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A complete student friendly guide that covers every page or key area that needs to be included in the Coursework Unit (Unit 1 Creative Design and Make). It has been set out to follow the Specification and Marking Criteria. However this can be used as a guide for most Product Design Portfolios for GCSE and A-Level not just limited to Edexcel. It includes: High level examples Hints and Tips Instructions Sentence Starters Help with laying out sheets Table Templates Questions. It covers key criteria such as research, specification, client feedback, designing, modeling, developing, test and evaluating.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment  Unit 1 Knowledge Tracker
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 Knowledge Tracker

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Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.1 The Sector Teacher/ Student tracker for Unit 1 that students’ can Red, Amber, Green their understanding. All assessment criteria covered in detail and links directly to each lesson in the teaching powerpoints. It is clear and easy to see and can be stuck in student books, displayed on the board, or shown to parents. My aim is to create a whole resource package for the new specification as there currently are not any resources online. Watch this space and browse my shop for loads of other construction related resources. ** Please note this resource is available as part of my EDUQAS Construction and the Built Envrionment Starter Resource Bundle**
Lesson Powerpoint for Aerodynamics and Blended Wingbodies BTEC Engineering
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Lesson Powerpoint for Aerodynamics and Blended Wingbodies BTEC Engineering

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A student friendly powerpoint covering two lessons on Aerodynamics and Blended Wingbodies based on the BTEC Engineering Unit1 Specification . 2- 3 lessons with a number of activities (starters etc.) which is can be used in Engineering but also other areas of Design Technology and STEM. Road bikes are used as an example to help students relate to the topic.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.3
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.3

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.3 Types of Building and Structure Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
Forces & Different types of Structures Lesson and Activities (Construction/ Engineering)
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Forces & Different types of Structures Lesson and Activities (Construction/ Engineering)

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Lesson Powerpoint and activities for learning how the different forces (COMPRESSION, TENSION, TORSION AND SHEAR) and the different types of structures shell vs frame. This could be used in an Engineering/ Construction/ Built Environment course or as a one off lesson. This resource includes: Leveled WALT and WILF (Learning Objectives) Starter, main and plenary (printable worksheets within powerpoint) Lots of visual stimuli and printable resources included in powerpoint This lesson is part of a whole unit of work on Structures and the Built Environment which can be purchased as a bundle in my shop :)
Structures Keyword Bingo
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Structures Keyword Bingo

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A good starter/ group activity with key structure related words and questions provided. You can rig it so a certain group wins or make up different questions. Students could make up questions as a flipped learning activity I have made several different grids that can be printed and laminated so used multiple times and a set of example questions. This activity is part of a whole unit of work on Structures and the Built Environment which can be purchased as a bundle in my shop but also used on its own
Types of Bridges (Construction/ Engineering)
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Types of Bridges (Construction/ Engineering)

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Lesson Powerpoint and activities teaching about the structures of different bridges. This could be used in an Engineering/ Construction/ Built Environment course or as a one off lesson. This resource includes: Leveled WALT and WILF (Learning Objectives) Starter, main and student task (printable worksheets within powerpoint) Lots of visual stimuli This lesson is part of a whole unit of work on Structures and the Built Environment which can be purchased as a bundle in my shop :)
Spaghetti Structure Project (Construction/ Engineering)
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Spaghetti Structure Project (Construction/ Engineering)

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Lesson Powerpoint and activities for a fun spaghetti project which directs students to build a structure which is tall or can hold the weight of bricks. This could be used in an Engineering/ Construction/ Built Environment course or as a one off lesson. A fun way for students to show they understand how to make a structure strong and resist force. This resource includes: Leveled WALT and WILF (Learning Objectives) Starter, main and student help sheets and evaluation (printable worksheets within powerpoint) Lots of visual stimuli This lesson is part of a whole unit of work on Structures and the Built Environment which can be purchased as a bundle in my shop :)
Edexcel Design and Technology (GCSE 1-9) Core Content RAG Sheet/ Tracker
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Edexcel Design and Technology (GCSE 1-9) Core Content RAG Sheet/ Tracker

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A student/ teacher RAG (Red, Amber, Green) sheet that links directly to all the core content that students need to learn for the the exam in the Edexcel Design Technology (1-9) course. It links directly to to the specification and text book from the exam board and is a useful way for students to track their knowledge when it comes to revision but for teachers to measure progress…
Structures (Construction and Engineering)
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Structures (Construction and Engineering)

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A bundle of resources of lessons and activities that link together to form a whole unit of work on Structures. Areas such as, forces, triangulation, bridges, nature, domes, mega structures are covered. Includes a powerpoint spaghetti project that can students apply their knowledge to make a strong structure. Visual student friendly powerpoints with printable resources and tasks for students that can be taught to as a fun project in Construction, Design Technology or Engineering.
EDUQAS Construction Controlled Assessment Template Bricklaying
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EDUQAS Construction Controlled Assessment Template Bricklaying

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Brand New Controlled Assessment Template for the 2025 Unit 3 EDUQAS Construction Brief. The template can be adapted or changed to suit the school but provides a clear framework that hits all the key assessment criteria to ensure student success. This can be bought as part of a bundle- very good value. This will include a template for Bricklaying, Tiling and Carpentry and detailed ‘How To Guide’ to support the teaching and learning of UNIT 3!
Multiple Lesson Powerpoint Materials and Processes BTEC Engineering
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Multiple Lesson Powerpoint Materials and Processes BTEC Engineering

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A student friendly powerpoint including 4-5 lessons covering materials and processes taken directly from the BTEC Engineering Unit 1 specification A number of interesting activities (Starters, pleneries etc) and leveled learning objectives. This can be used for Product Design and is very versatile. Uses superhero (marvel) example to help children relate. Topics Covered: Material Classification: Smart, High Performance, Modern and Composite Uses (Products) Sectors of Engineering Manufacturing Processes Forces Deformation
Mega Structures Lesson & Activities. (Built Environment/ Construction/ Engineering)
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Mega Structures Lesson & Activities. (Built Environment/ Construction/ Engineering)

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Lesson Powerpoint and activities for introducing students to Mega Structures (really big buildings). This could be used in an Engineering/ Construction/ Built Environment course or as a one off lesson. A fun topic that students always enjoy- they are fascinated by really big buildings such as the Burj Khalifa This resource includes: Leveled WALT and WILF (Learning Objectives) Starter, main and student research task (printable worksheets within powerpoint) Lots of visual stimuli This lesson is part of a whole unit of work on Structures and the Built Environment which can be purchased as a bundle in my shop :)