SIXTH FORM PROSPECTUS - St Ambrose College

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGYProduct Design – Graphic ProductsScheme of Assessment: A2 UnitsUnit 3: Designing for the Future• Develop a knowledge and understanding of a range of modern design and manufacturing practices andcontemporary design issues.• Develop a good working knowledge of the use of Information Communication Technology (I.C.T) and systems andthe control technology in the design and manufacture of products.• Learn about the important contribution of designers’ form the past, which may provide inspiration for future design.• Develop an awareness of the impact of design and technological activities upon the environment and howsustainable product design is a key feature of modern design practices.Unit 4: Commercial DesignFrom the perspective of a professional designer you will design and make a commercially viable product of your choicethat complies with the requirements of a Graphic Products project.. A key feature of this unit is to consider issues relatedto sustainability and the impact your product may have on the environment.Career opportunitiesDesign Technology Product Design: Graphics Products would be an ideal choice for any student considering acareer as an architect, engineer, planner, product designer, teacher or indeed any of the creative areas of study.