Year 9 · Design and technology · beta
The circular economy
In this unit pupils will develop knowledge of technology in society and its effects on design. Through the life cycle assessment of popular products, they will learn how to be responsible designers.
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Prior knowledge
- Pupils can emapthise when designing
- Pupils can identify users needs and wants
- Pupils know what a life cycle analysis is and why this is important
- Pupils can identify the desireable material properties for a design
Source curriculum references
- Understand developments in design and technology, its impact on individuals, society and the environment, and the responsibilities of designers, engineers and technologists.
- Use research and exploration, such as the study of different cultures, to identify and understand user needs.
- Understand how more advanced electrical and electronic systems can be powered and used in their products.
- Investigate new and emerging technologies.
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