Planning (P)

1. Planning (P) Planning Defining the problem  Identification of problems or need  Brainstorm and analyse all areas of the problem or need, include a moodboard which graphically represents the problem Mind map of any problems associated with the issue Evidence of the issue (research and data to prove need) Feasibility study and task analysis – shows links to cost, time, facilities, resources and scope Correct referencing Fomulating the brief and research question State and justify the design brief, finishing with a design goal of what you intend to make Clear target market Major constraints listed and explain how it relates to your project Success criteria created Correct referencing Selecting variables and specification points Analyse your design brief Initial specification points linked to your design brief Specification points are justified, explained and measureable Reflect and add revision of specification points Correct referencing

2. Research (R) Checklist – Research Strategies A written research plan with priorities of what you will research Primary and secondary sources of data Identified both qualitative and quantitative data Correct referencing where appropriate Data collection Research and data is focused and appropriate to project Balance between qualitative and quantitative Presented research in a variety of forms (graphs, tables, diagrams, drawings and photographs Research and data includes labelling and explanations of outcomes Data processing and analysis You have processed raw data and presented in an astute (clear) manner You have transformed data into a suitable form for analysis (graph, table etc) Your written analysis is detailed and explains how your design brief can be answered You have analysed the relevance and usefulness of your data You have identified any errors or uncertainties you encountered throughout your research/ data You have assessed and commented on the reliability of your data You have used correct referencing

3. Development (D) Development Creativity • You have 5-6 original and creative ideas • You have used freehand sketching to show your ideas • Sketching and written information is completed to a high standard • You have annotated manufacturing methods and joining techniques suitable to your solution • You have explained how your design meets your design specification • You have explained strengths and weaknesses of your design • Your research has informed your design ideas • Techniques • You have used freehand drawing techniques. • You have used isometric drawing techniques. • You have used exploded drawing techniques. • You have used perspective-drawing techniques. • You have used CAD drawing techniques. • Solution • You have described your final design in detail. • You have used correct symbols in your working drawing. • You have included dimensions on your solution. • You have listed joints/construction techniques. • You have a parts list. • You have listed tolerances for your solution. • You have explained the finish of your solution. • You have listed the materials needed to make your solution. • You have a detailed plan of production.

4. Evaluation (E) • Evaluation • Conclusion • You have tested your final design or product against your PDS (product design specification). • Your tests are both subjective and objective. • You have explained the strengths and weaknesses of your final design or product using qualitative and quantitative techniques/tests • You have reached a valid conclusion, explaining how your final design/product meets your design brief. • You have referenced any use of research that aided your analysis in a bibliography • Procedure • You have used evidence from testing your final design/product to evaluate your outcome against your PDS. • You have evaluated the effectiveness of the strategies you have used at each stage of your project or investigation. • You have evaluated the resources available and that you have used. • You have evaluated your use of time. • You have explained how significant weaknesses & limitations have been in your project or investigation. • Recommendations • You have explained how you could improve the procedure; the improvements you have suggested are linked to your evaluation of the procedure. • The modifications to the process you have proposed are realistic and clearly described in detail. • You have suggested realistic improvements you could make to your final design or product, which are linked to your evaluation. • You have shown the suggested improvements using drawings and annotation. • The modifications you have suggested show how the final design / product could be adapted to scale up the production method. • You have produced sketches to show how your final design/product could be extended to a ‘design family’. • You have modified your design specification based on the weaknesses you have identified in your final design or product.

5. Manipulative Skills (MS) Manipulative skills Procedures  You have a detailed materials cutting list  You have a plan of production that clearly shows the sequence of operations in advance You have listed the equipment on your production plan You have listed estimated time allowances on your production plan You have listed quality control measures on your production plan You have followed your plan in a precise and methodical way You have modified your production plan depending on feedback, new ideas and problems encountered You have justified any modifications made to your production plan Use of equipment and materials You have a diary of manufacture that visually shows skillful use of machinery and equipment You have good quality pictures of your final product which show skill and accuracy You have listed health and safety factors to be considered on your plan of production You have shown that you have considered health and safety factors at every stage of your diary of manufacture Techniques You have pictures to show that you have mastered a wide range of techniques and equipment You have worked economically when using resources and material You have selected relevant materials, techniques or resources You have manipulated components and equipment and have evaluated how well you have used them