a device or instrument used to perform a task

a series of actions taken to achieve a specific outcome

the act of slicing, dividing, or removing something using a sharp tool

the process of giving form or structure to something

Tools and processes: polymers and timbers

Design and technology

Biomimicry

Identify environmental impact

Product requirements

Innovation when generating ideas

Generating design ideas using SCAMPER

Using feedback to develop ideas

AI to develop ideas: polymers and timbers

Proportions and scale: polymers and timbers

Materials and manufacturing processes: polymers and timbers

Plan manufacture using orthographic projection: polymers and timbers

Parts lists: polymers and timbers

Time planning: polymers and timbers

Mark out and prepare materials: polymers and timbers

Equipment and machinery: polymers and timbers

Quality control: polymers and timbers

Evaluate with user feedback: polymers and timbers

Testing and modifications: polymers and timbers

Pupils learn about biomimicry and innovation.  They will learn how to use sources of inspiration to create a range of ideas for a product encouraging children to grow vegetables. The pupils will develop ideas and manufacture a prototype.  Variation allows for different material outcomes.

Iterative design: Nature

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.

Why is the task of selecting and using appropriate tools and processes for different materials important?

you can lose control from cutting too quickly

to make cutting and shaping more difficult

Why is practice needed before using the tools for cutting and shaping polymer and timbers?

After cutting a component out, it is important to check the {{}} of the cut edges.

When manufacturing, marking out accurately …

What is the name of this marking out tool used for polymers and timbers?

A tool that is well-known and used in project management for time planning is a ...

In time planning, the 'JIT' strategy stands for {{}}.

A parts list supports the thinking needed in preparation of the manufacture for __________ components of a design, not just ones that are bought in.

Are orthographic projections completed before or after the manufacturing process?

Tools and processes: polymers and timbers

Lesson outcome

Content guidance