D&T at A Level

Systems & Control (2008-2011)

AS Level (1555)

Unit 1Written paper – examined (AS 50% - A2 25%)

Unit 2Coursework – project (AS 50% - A2 25%)

A Level (2555)

Unit 3Written paper - examined (A2 25%)

Unit 4Coursework – project (A2 25%)

AS

Unit 1 Materials, Components and Application (SYST1)

Written Paper 50% of the total AS marks. 2 hours 25% of the total A Level marks.

This paper is based primarily on Materials and Components.

Unit 2 Learning Through Designing and Making (SYST2)

Coursework 50% of the total AS marks. Approx 50 hours 25% of the total A Level marks

Written (or electronic) design portfolioManufactured outcome(s) This component is marked by the teacher, internally standardised within the centre and externally moderated by AQA.

A2

Unit 3 Design and Manufacture (SYST3)

Written paper 2 hours. 25% of the total A Level marks

This paper is based primarily on Design and Manufacture.

Unit 4 Design and Making Practice (SYST4)

Coursework. Approx 60 hours 25% of the total A Level marks

Written (or electronic) design folderManufactured outcome This component is marked by the teacher, internally standardised within the centre and externally moderated by AQA.