In this half term, we are starting our next topic which is all about Design technology.
During this topic, we will be exploring and evaluating a range of existing products, designing functional and appealing products based on given design criteria and then make the product by selecting from a range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks (eg cutting, shaping, joining and finishing).
Throughout the topic, we will look at key questions. What is a structure? Which design in the best? How can we make it stronger? Is it fit for purpose?
Here is a lost of some of the vocabulary that will be taught in the coming weeks.
