Year 9 · Design and technology · beta

Functional prototypes: wearable technology

Pupils will deepen their understanding of systems and control. They will be introduced to engineered fabrics and the associated manufacturing processes. This knowledge and understanding will be applied through the design and manufacture of a wearable technology product.

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Prior knowledge

Pupils can emapthise when designing
Pupils know what ergonomics is and why this is important for designers
Pupils can programme a microcontroller to create a control system
Pupils can model design ideas combining different materials
Pupils can identify the desireable material properties for a design

Source curriculum references

Develop specifications to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that respond to needs in a variety of situations.
Understand how more advanced electrical and electronic systems can be powered and used in their products.
Use a variety of approaches, to generate creative ideas and avoid stereotypical responses.
Investigate new and emerging technologies.

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