A breakdown of logos, some historical examples and a starter task.

Examples and the uses of formers, jigs and templates. KS4

Pre-manufactured components, nails, screws, bolts and knock down fittings. KS4

Ergonomics.

Examples of plastic manufacturing processes. KS4

Modelling and prototypes, introduction to materials used. KS4

Processes and techniques for bending and shaping metals. KS4

Wood finishes explained (stains, oils, wax, preservatives, etc). KS4

Examples of metal manufacturing processes. KS4

An overview of popular printing methods. KS4

An introduction to colour theory, with a few optical illusions at the end.

Print enhancements such as laminating, embossing, etc introduced. KS4

Introduction and tasks for a series of Flowol (Systems and Control) lessons.

Interactive introduction to spreadsheets. Definition of a spreadsheet, breakdown of a spreadsheet (rows, columns, cells), and simple formulae explained. A quiz at the end to check understanding. KS3

Examples of common adhesives used in Design and Technology workshops. KS4

Processes and techniques for bending and shaping wood. KS4

More detailed explanation of anthropometrics. KS5

Quality Assurance and Quality Control and systems used in manufacture (inspection, testing etc.). KS4

Methods for temporary and permanent joining of metals. KS4

Dimensional accuracy, tolerance and the measuring tools used for precision dimensioning (gauges, GO- NO GO, etc.) KS4