Technology in year 7
In year 7, students follow a carousel system which changes every 12 weeks. The content of each of the modules are shown below:
Food Preparation and Nutrition:
In year 7 students will acquire knowledge of health and safety, healthy eating, basic nutrition and the different pieces of equipment.
The practical skills are developed through the following practical dishes; Pizzas toast, Flapjack, Couscous salad, Tuna pasta salad and Savoury rice.
It is assessed through a piece of written work as well as a practical dish.
Textiles:
In year 7 students will acquire knowledge of health and safety, where fabric comes from and how it is used within garments.
The students will design and create a cushion using felt fabric. Through this the students will learn how to use basic hand sewing techniques e.g. running stitch, cross stitch, how to sew buttons and beads as well as making their own patterns.
It is assessed through the design as well as their final outcome.
Product Design:
In year 7 students will acquire knowledge of health and safety, accurate marking and measuring out, use of CAD packages as well as hand held tools. They will be working with a range of materials, including Metal, Plastic and Wood and will acquire knowledge of the properties of these materials.
The students will design and create a coat hook which the students will need to measure, drill and hammer into shape. They will then use the powder coat their hooks with plastic.
It is assessed through the design as well as their final outcome.