a machine with wheels used for transporting people or goods

trying something to see if it works and to make changes or improvement to it

a list which helps to see if the object does what it is expected to do

checking how good something is and how to make it better

comments or suggestions on how to improve a product

Test a vehicle

Design and technology

This unit develops pupils' knowledge of wheels and axles. The characteristics of woods will be introduced. Pupils will analyse different vehicles and their structure to design and make their own vehicle.

Wheels and axles: vehicles

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

trying something to see if it works and to make changes or improvement

Testing is a way of checking if something works.

During the making process, when should you test whether a vehicle works?

Evaluations and feedback do not help us with future design and make tasks.

What might you find on the body of a vehicle?

A design specification describes what a product has to do.

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

Starter Quiz