Foam modelling techniques

Design and technology

Ergonomics

Anthropometrics

Empathy

Polymers properties, sources and stock forms

Cardboard modelling techniques

Model accessible controllers

Ergonomic testing and design development

Pupils will gather and analyse ergonomic and anthropometric data to inform the design of a game controller. Pupils will be introduced to polymer properties and processes. They will develop and apply foam and complex card modelling techniques to manufacture their product.

Ergonomic design: accessible controllers

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.

What are the benefits of making a prototype?

Name this grey material often used for prototyping?

Which grade of abrasive paper is smoothest and will give a fine finish?

Put these stages of the iterative process in order.

A polymer is a material made of long chains of repeating units called {{}}.

Match the type of polymer to the description.

Identify the general properties of polymers.

The {{}} of a material are characteristics that determine how it behaves.

a simple first version of a product used to test and improve ideas.

a complex first version of a product used to test and improve ideas.

a final version of a product used to test and improve ideas.

Introduction

What will you need for this lesson?

Are you ready to learn?

Equipment

Content guidance

Supervision

Worksheet