1. DOUBLE ENGINEERING GCSE GCSE AQA
Mrs C Bollans
Head of Technology
Mrs Bollans & Mr Pitcher

2. DOUBLE ENGINEERING GCSE
What is Engineering ?
Bringing good ideas to reality
Using a range of problem solving & creative skills
Mrs Bollans & Mr Pitcher

3. Overview of Content New technical course this year
60% Exam, 40% Portfolio
Engineering materials
Engineering manufacturing processes
Systems
Testing and investigation
The impact of modern technologies
Practical engineering skills
Mathematical problem solving

4. Why should my child choose this course?
Classroom and workshop environments
Learn new practical skills
Apply your skills to work related solutions
Use computers to design, calculate, make and write illustrated reports
Range of activities into different engineering sectors
Designing, making and investigation of engineered products

5. Structure of the Course
Years 9 & 10 skills and knowledge
Mini projects
Metal Race car
Sweet dispenser design
Pro-Desktop
Dragons Den
Pewter Casting
Logicator
Materials testing
Engineering Maths
Bagotel
Micro controllers
Impact of Technology
Problem Solving Challenges

6. Structure of the Course
Year 11
Portfolio 40%
Brief set by AQA
Examples:
outdoor litter picker without bending over
system that reduces the bulk of litter
product that sorts 3 objects of different sizes
Engineering drawings
Prototype product
Exam 60%
Multiple choice & longer written answers
Engineering principles & materials
Maths (costs, areas, stress & strain)

7. Who is the GCSE in Engineering for?
The course will appeal to your child if they
Have a lively and enquiring mind
Want to work with new technology
Want to gain a GCSE through practical activities
Want to explore new ideas and can communicate them effectively
Enjoy studying a subject that is relevant to your own life
Wish to keep your career options open

8. Year 11 Feedback Enjoy the lessons Work hard
Useful for their careers/ education
New skills
Excellent support during coursework
Extra Curricular Opportunities
Many continuing Engineering
Engineering BTEC
A’ Levels in Technology
Apprenticeship
Army
Other practical courses

9. Summary Any Questions? Technical GCSE 40% Portfolio
Practical work and CAD
New technology
Links to Industry
Transferable skills
Any Questions?