18 years teaching Design and Technology-including Product Design, Engineering, Graphics, Resistant Materials, Systems, Electronics and Textiles.
DATA Award winner, TEEP trained and PGDIP Design Education.
CAD Engineer- Solidworks trained and current user of Fusion 360 and Onshape.
18 years teaching Design and Technology-including Product Design, Engineering, Graphics, Resistant Materials, Systems, Electronics and Textiles.
DATA Award winner, TEEP trained and PGDIP Design Education.
CAD Engineer- Solidworks trained and current user of Fusion 360 and Onshape.
Lesson focus- COMPOSITES- GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: Composite types, GRP, Lay up, CFRP, Concrete, Kevlar, Cement, Cermets, Engineered Wood.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (27 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (3 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- STANDARDS- GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: BSI, KITEMARK, CE, ISO, LION MARK, ROHS, BATTERY DIRECTIVE, PACKAGING DIRECTIVE, WEEE, ELV, RECYCLING
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (19 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (3 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- DESIGN HISTORY AND MOVEMENTS- GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: Gothic, Pre Modernism, Art and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Early Modernism, De Stijl, Bauhaus, Modernism, Art Deco, Streamling, Contemporary Style, Post Modernism, Pop Art, Memphis, Late 20th Century.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (48 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (1 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Product Focus- Craft Roller 2025-26 WJEC Brief. Released June 2025.
X19 Lesson Powerpoints covering all assessment areas- 1.1.1 to 1.4.4
Each powerpoint can be edited and contains- starter activity, Learning Objective, Success/Assessment criteria, task info, SPAG/ACCESS FM (where appropriate) and opportunities for review/reflect via self/peer assessment.
X1 blank student booklet (45pages)- including drawings and templates. Can be edited.
Assessment sheets- for teacher and student use.
Note- As stated in the assessment material and specification- the resources will need to be adapted to suit your centre e.g. budget, materials and equipment.
Lesson focus- Workshop and Industrial testing.
Areas covered-Fair testing, Workshop Testing, Industrial Testing, Tensile, Hardness, Toughness, Malleability, Ductility, Corrosion, Electrical+ Thermal Conductivity, Non Destructive, X Rays, Ultrasonic.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (22 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (x4 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Developed over x15 years- used with students aged 11-18. x27 hour project.
X19 Lesson Powerpoints- each lesson contains a starter, learning objective, differentiated success criteria, background/theory info, example work, templates, video links, review opportunities.
AFL- Product Analysis, Development (SCAMPER) and Evaluation- all graded/summative assessments- structure templates provided. All other lessons/activites- formative assessment- criteria provided.
x1 (16 page) project booklet- designed to be printed A3, however it has been used/printed A4 previously. The booklet relfects/matches the powerpoints. Contains- front cover- track progress, starter images, learning objective, differentiated success criteria, templates and review opportunities.
Video tutorials- CAD provided. Also example CAD files provided to support teaching.
Topics coverd- Product Analysis, Design Ieas/Strategies, Annotation, SCAMPER, Modelling, CAD/Fusion, Further Development (sketch over models), Isometric, Orthographic, 3D Printing, Packaging (functions+symbols), Packaging 2D CAD, Vac Forming, Printing Finishes and Self Evaluation.
BTEC LEVEL 3 ENGINEERING-UNIT 5 SPECIALIST PROJECT
X29 Lesson Powerpoints covering all assessment areas- A, B, C
Each powerpoint can be edited and contains- starter activity, Learning Objective, Success/Assessment criteria, task info (resources/tools+ process description), SPAG/ACCESS FM (where appropriate) and opportunities for review/reflect via self/peer assessment.
Assessment sheet- for teacher and student use.
Resources based around the manufacture of a desk lamp.
X16 Lesson Powerpoints covering all assessment areas- AC1.1 to AC4.2- also includes step by step storyboard of how to solder the PCB.
Each powerpoint can be edited and contains- starter activity, Learning Objective, Success/Assessment criteria, task info (resources/tools+ process description), example outcome, SPAG/ACCESS FM (where appropriate) and opportunities for review/reflect via self/peer assessment.
X1 completed teacher/distinction standard example booklet.
X1 blank student booklet.
X1 Drawing set for all required parts
X1 Starter images doc- containing the starter images from each lesson- for printing.
STEP CAD files for the lamp design- can be imported into Fusion 360, Onshape, Inventor, Creo or Solidworks.
Assessment sheet- for teacher and student use.
Used with KS 3, Level 1+2 Engineering and GCSE students to develop practical skills.
X1 Work booklet (editable)- students complete to consolidate their learning.
X6 Lesson Powerpoints- each lesson contains a starter, learning objective, differentiated success criteria, example work, templates/drawings when required and review opportunities.
Topics coverd- 3D Printing, Vac Forming, Injection Moulding, Laser Cutting, Press Forming, Line Bending and Resin Casting.
CAD model of skillstick example.
Lesson focus- SAFETY- GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: H&S Act, Responsibility, COSHH, Workshop safety signage, JCB case study.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (26 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (3 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- Design for Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair and Disposal- GCSE/A Level
Areas covered: STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE EFFICIENT MANUFACTURE, WAYS TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF MANUFACTURING PROCESSES AND PRODUCT TEARDOWN.
Includes a reference guide (x45 areas) for students to conduct a product analysis focussing on Design for Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair and Disposal.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (20 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (4 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- FEASIBILITY STUDIES- GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: Lean Manufacturing, Computer Modelling, Simulation and Planning, Prototypes, Bottleneck predictions, Cycle Time.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (17 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (3 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- POLYMERS AND ELASTOMERS- GCSE/A LEVEL
Areas covered: Source/Origin, Stock Forms, Why do we use plastics, Thermoplastics, Thermosetting, Elastomers.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (17 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (3 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- METAL FINISHING - GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: Painting, Electroplating, Dip Coating, Powder Coating, Galvanising, Anodsing, Varnishing, Sealant, Preservatives, Polishing, Cathodic Protection.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (17 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (3 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- PAPER FINISHING + PRINTING PROCESSESS- GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: Laminating, Embossing, Debossing, Varnishing, Foil Blocking, Letterpress, Screen Printing, Flexography, Lithography, Gravure, Sublimation and Digital Printing.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (19 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (6 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- CIRCULAR ECONOMY- GCSE/ A LEVEL
Areas covered: What does Circular Economy mean?, Biological nutrients, Technical nutrients, The importance of Cirucular Economy, Linear Design, Circular Design (focus on mobile phones).
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (19 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (3 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- MARKETING AND ENTERPRISE GCSE/A LEVEL
Areas covered: Market Research, Customers, Needs/Wants, Market Segment, Competition, Trends, Labelling, Packaging, Corporate Identity, Advertising, Promotion, Costs (direct/indirect).
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Engineering and Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (33 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (4 pages)- can be edited.
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Lesson focus- Intellectual Property- GCSE/ A Level
Areas covered: What is IP?, 51ºÚÁÏ, Patent, Registered Design, Trademark, Case Studies, Open Design, Creative Commons.
Currently+previously used with KS4+KS5- Product Design.
Lesson Powerpoint (25 slides)- contains Starter, Learning Objective, Success criteria, Key words, Big Question, Task Info, Questions and Review.
Worksheet/s provided (5 pages A4)
Note: To edit the slide details- use the ‘edit master slide’ option- you can edit/modify to suit.
Used with GCSE students for both AQA and WJEC. x27 hour project.
X21 Lesson Powerpoints- each lesson contains a starter, learning objective, differentiated success criteria, background/theory info, example work, templates, video links, review opportunities.
AFL- Design Ideas and Modelling- all graded/summative assessments- structure/success criteria templates provided.
All other lessons/activites- formative assessment (peer/self)- criteria provided.
x1 (16 page) project booklet- designed to be printed A3, however it has been used/printed A4 previously. The booklet relfects/matches the powerpoints. Contains- front cover- track progress, starter images, learning objective, differentiated success criteria, templates and review opportunities.
Video tutorials and example CAD files provided to support teaching.
Topics coverd- Isometric (Isosketch), Marker Rendering, Design Ieas/Strategies, Annotation, Modelling, Electronics, PCB manufacture, Soldering (making the PCB), CAD/Fusion, Concrete theory, Banksy Research and Making/Assembly e.g. casting the concrete.
The document has been created to allow students to capture/record their understanding of the CAD programme- Onshape. The document included x4 audio clips explaining the task to complete.
The tasks are differentiated for different abilities/experience.
Example slide included. The slide template can be duplicated for each skill area to be developed.