Design and Technology

{"examination": "CAPE Design and Technology", "syllabus_topics": {"School-Based Assessment (SBA)": ["Unit 1 Project: Candidates identify an issue within their home, school, or community related to sustainability, culture, or the environment to resolve through an original design [26, 27]. The resulting portfolio documents the development of a product, service, or experience using related design processes [26].", "Unit 2 Project: Requires the design of a market-ready innovation suitable for sale to a selected market [28, 29]. Candidates produce an electronic portfolio providing evidence of work completed at each phase of the design thinking process, including the development and protection of the product or service [29]."], "Unit 1: Fundamentals of Design": ["Module 1 - Introduction to Design: This module covers key design concepts such as ergonomics, aesthetics, anthropometrics, and user experience [1, 2]. It explores the elements of design like line, texture, and value, alongside principles such as gestalt, balance, and hierarchy [2]. Candidates learn to apply the design process, create design briefs with research plans, and select materials including indigenous and biodegradable options while considering legal and safety standards [3-5].", "Module 2 - Design Approaches: Focuses on industry-standard methods including the Human-Centred Approach (empathise, define, ideate, prototype, test) and the Scientific Approach (ask, imagine, plan, create, test) [6]. Topics include interpreting client needs, ideation through sketching and mind mapping, and prototype testing for quality assurance and functionality [7-10]. Candidates also study evaluation methods like SWOT analysis and usability testing [9, 10].", "Module 3 - Rapid Prototyping in Design: Emphasizes the iterative nature of design and the use of 2D and 3D sketching tools [11, 12]. It integrates Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) tools such as Adobe Illustrator, AutoCAD, and Auto Desk Fusion 360 [12, 13]. Students learn to create 3D prototypes from various materials and develop plans to test these models through expert appraisals and user trials [13]."], "Unit 2: Innovation and Product Development": ["Module 1 - Design Technologies: Examines the social, environmental, and economic impact of design regionally and internationally [14]. It covers the evolution of technology from basic tools to modern ICT and the use of software for modelling and simulation [14, 15]. The module also discusses factors influencing creativity and innovation, such as motivation and autonomy, and assesses the advantages and disadvantages of CAD/CAM tools [15-17].", "Module 2 - Product/Service Development and Marketing: Focuses on selecting resources based on durability, cost, and environmental sustainability [18]. It addresses developing products based on desirability, inclusivity, and user experience while applying management principles like planning and controlling [19, 20]. Candidates explore methods of protecting designs through intellectual property rights, patents, and trademarks, and evaluate marketing feasibility through social and digital media [20, 21].", "Module 3 - Design and Technology Entrepreneurship: Details the characteristics of entrepreneurs and different types of business organizations like sole traders and corporations [22, 23]. It identifies sources of funding such as venture capital and crowdfunding while emphasizing the value of entrepreneurship in creating social change [23, 24]. Candidates prepare comprehensive business proposals to commercialize design solutions, covering executive summaries, management, and financials [23, 25]."]}}