GCE D&T Legacy Examiners Report 2009 - kcse past papers | 2013 ...

Q.4 Over time some products have become design icons or classics which have
influenced designers in their work.
(a)
(b)
Identify two design icons or classics.
Describe the features which classify them as design icons or classics.
Some very good responses showing that candidates are exposed to a range of what
they consider to be classics or icons. A wide range of examples were provided (Mini,
Coca Cola bottle, Mini skirt,) with good reasons for their choice. A small number of
responses highlighted architectural icons, therefore gaining no marks.
Q.5 Describe the following in relation to a specific product:
(a)
(b)
Primary processing.
Secondary processing.
Many candidates responded incorrectly in stating research methods (both primary
and secondary). Few candidates scored well in describing and differentiating
between the two processing methods.
Q.6 Polypropylene, Carbon fibre and Aluminium alloys are materials used extensively to
manufacture products.
For any two of these materials:
(a) Name a product where the material has been used.
(b) For each named product, explain how the key properties of the material used
are appropriate.
Generally well answered with many relevant products provided as examples. It
should be stated again however that candidates who do not provide specific terms in
describing the properties of materials do not score well.
Q.7 Testing against specified criteria is essential in the development of products which
are safe for use by the consumer.
(a)
(b)
Identify two different ‘safety marks’ and the products to which each mark
applies.
For each product, state the test it would need to pass to be granted a ‘safety
mark’.
Many responses provided the standard safety marks required and described fully the
test that each named product would need to pass. However a number of candidates
incorrectly identified safety information marks (toxic, flammable etc) rather than the
certification marks required.
Q.8 Flow charts and Gantt charts are often used within project management systems.
Describe the main features of both Flow charts and Gantt charts and explain how
each is used to manage projects.
Many responses did not clearly differentiate between the two project management
systems and gain high marks. The stronger responses provided clear differentiations
and included diagrams in support.
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