BTEC Tech Award DIT Component 1 (2022 Spec) – Student Guidebook for Interface Design Coursework

This comprehensive and student-friendly guidebook supports learners in completing Component 1: Exploring User Interface Design Principles and Project Planning Techniques independently or in class.

It is structured to walk students step-by-step through each task, with accessible explanations, practical examples, and scaffolded activities to promote understanding and success in their coursework.

What’s Included:
Task 1A – Project Proposal
Clear explanation of what to include in a proposal

Support with defining the purpose, target audience, and user needs

Practical tips for articulating goals and objectives

Task 1B – Planning Timescales
Guidance on setting milestones and deadlines

Template support for Gantt charts or time plans

Helps students understand what “achievable” looks like

Task 2 – Interface Design
Break down of effective UI design principles (e.g., layout, accessibility, colour, consistency)

Guided activities for annotating and explaining design choices

Support with applying theory to practical designs

Task 3 – Prototype Development
Explains what makes a strong working prototype

Encourages use of digital tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides, Adobe XD)

Checklist for functional, user-friendly interface features

Task 4 – Interface Review and Evaluation
Prompts to support evaluation writing with clear success criteria

Encourages use of feedback to suggest specific improvements

Helps with evidence collection (e.g., screenshots, comments)

Key Features:
Student-led: Ideal for independent coursework or guided classroom use

Practical: Includes task scaffolding, real-world examples, and templates

Coursework-aligned: Fully matches BTEC Tech Award 2022 specification

Editable Word format – easily adaptable to suit your class