Year 8 DT Curriculum
| Subject | Topic | Further details about the topic |
|---|---|---|
| Resistant Materials | Bug House. |
Focus is on timbers, metals, properties and processes. Students make a bug house
|
| Graphics | Mug graphics, packaging and branding | Focus is on observation skills, understanding of Pop Art, Photoshop and packaging nets |
| Systems | CAD and CAM | Laser cutting, software development, structures and Smart Materials |
| Food | Food skills – working with a wider range of equipment and ingredients | Focus on planning, timings, industry and specialist diets |
Assessment
| Subject | Topic | Type of Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Resistant Materials | Bug House | The students are assessed half way through the course at lesson 9 and then have a final written assessment at lesson 18 |
| Graphics | Packaging and branding | The students are assessed half way through the course at lesson 9 and then have a final written assessment at lesson 18 |
| Food | Food skills – working with a wider range of tools and ingredients | The students are assessed half way through the course at lesson 9 and then have a final written assessment at lesson 18 |
Main Resources
| Resource | Details | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Text books |
CDT Foundation book.
Foundations Design & Technology and Food Technology
|
All |
| Recommended websites | All |
Enrichment opportunities
| Activity or trip | Day and time or term |
|---|---|
| Project ‘Catch up’ time | Lunchtimes at the discretion of the teacher. |
