Manufacture
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can evidence key aspects of manufacture.
Key learning points
- Manufacturing should be evidenced.
- Key aspects such as safety and quality are evidenced when manufacturing.
Keywords
Communicate - express, share, or present ideas to others
Evidence - documented proof
Design decision - a deliberate choice to meet a requirement or solve a problem
Common misconception
Students become so busy manufacturing their design solution that they often forget to evidence their manufacture.
It's easy to overlook the effort behind a product from the final photo. Documenting the manufacturing process highlights the skills, techniques, safety, and quality checks students use, proving their work, not the technician's.
Teacher tip
A note on a board or a projection, encouraging pupils to take photos during the lesson is a visual reminder for them to document their manufacture and to keep on top of their evidence rather than leaving it till the end.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Risk assessment required - outdoor learning
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Why do designers communicate their ideas during manufacturing?
Q2.Match the planning method to its description.
detailed sequence of tasks to follow
visual method showing steps and decisions
timeline showing task order and duration
combines materials, tools, time and processes
Q3.Order the process of planning for manufacture.
Q4.Match the term to its definition.
a deliberate choice to solve a problem or meet a requirement
to share and explain ideas or actions
proof that shows what was done and why
process to prevent defects before or during manufacture
Q5.In manufacturing, provides a record of the process, tools, and safety considerations.
Q6.Which of the following would be considered evidence of manufacture?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the main purpose of providing evidence during manufacture?
Q2.Evidence that safety and quality procedures were followed is part of assurance.
Q3.Match the evidence type to what it proves.
process and technique
health and safety compliance
design decisions
outcome and part accuracy
Q4.Order the sequence for collecting manufacturing evidence.
To help you plan your 11 design and technology lesson on: Manufacture, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 11 design and technology lesson on: Manufacture, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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