• Year 7

Core design skills

Lessons (4)

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    In this lesson we will look at techniques to develop our design ideas.
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    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video
    In this lesson we will look at how prototypes and models are made and used in industry. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video
    In this lesson we will investigate iconic designs.
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    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video
    In this lesson we will look at why we disassemble a product and how to complete an exploded drawing.
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    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

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