Subject: Technology
Subject Overview:

In KS3 Technology we cover three areas, Design Technology, Hospitality and Graphics. These are run on a carousel throughout each year in KS3.Design Technology is an inspiring practical subject. Using creativity and imagination, learners design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts, considering their own and others’ needs, wants and values. Through the evaluation of past and present Design and Technology, they develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world.

Food is a vital part of our daily lives and is essential for life. In studying Hospitality and Catering, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of nutrition, healthy eating, food preparation, hygiene, cooking techniques, and sensory characteristics. They will also develop practical making skills and learn about the function of key ingredients.

Graphics is ideally suited to learners with a passion for creativity, design and practical talent. The skills learners will develop are: drawing and sketching, use of digital editing, typography, application of colour, producing publishing layouts, image capture and manipulation through photography, web based design and many more.
Key Stage 3
Content: Year 7: Year 8: Year 9:
Hospitality Theory – Food Safety

Practical – Swissroll, Scones, Apple Crumble, Chicken Goujons and wedges, carrot cake, tear and share
bread, pizza, mac and cheese, stirfry, pasta bake

 Theory – Nutrition and Health

Practical – Cinnamon Whirls, cheese and herb garlic bread, quiche, brownies, naked burrito bowl, carbonara, mince pie, custard creams, smoothies, chicken curry, rice and naan, coconut and jam tarts.

 Theory – Food choice/ Where food comes from

Practical – Focaccia, teriyaki chicken and rice, fish and chips, Vegetarian lasagne, sticky toffee pudding, chicken kiev and
fondant potato, Thai bean burger, Frittata, croquettes, mini chocolate orange tarts, Chicken Gyros, Iced buns.
Design Technology Theory – What is Design Technology? Introduction to DT – covering health and safety, tools, processes, materials and design.

Practical – Phone Holder

 Theory – Sustainability. How sustainable are materials, energy and buildings that we use?

Practical – Sweet Dispenser

 Theory – The construction industry, an investigation into the construction industry looking at trades and materials used and focusing on how it works in
theme parks.Practical – Mini Obstacle Golf Project
Graphics Chocolate Bar Project – Design and create a chocolate bar name, logo, mould, packaging and present a final design Board Game Project – Design and Create
a travel board game. Include board, packaging, counters, instructions and
any other accessories.		 Shop Front Project- Design and create a
shop front for a seafront location.