To develop a design criteria
In this lesson, we will develop a design brief within a context which is authentic and meaningful. We will discuss the purpose of the battery-powered products and who they will be for.
To develop a design criteria
In this lesson, we will develop a design brief within a context which is authentic and meaningful. We will discuss the purpose of the battery-powered products and who they will be for.
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Key learning points
- work confidently within a range of contexts, such as the home, school, leisure, culture, enterprise, industry and the wider environment
- develop their own design criteria and use these to inform their idea
Equipment
Aluminium foil, paper fasteners, paper clips, card, paper clips, buzzers, bulbs, bulb holders, batteries, battery holders, scissors, copper tape, Computer/iPad
Content guidance
- Equipment requiring safe usage.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended.
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4 Questions
Q1.
What is the name of the components used in these electrical products?
Bulbs.
Buzzers.
Q2.
A kettle can be used to...
... heat food.
... make toast.
Q3.
What electrical device is used to take photos?
A DVD player.
A microwave.
Q4.
What output device produces noise?
A LED.
A switch.
5 Questions
Q1.
Which light might be most suitable for a rock climber to use?
A bicycle lamp.
A torch.
Q2.
Who would be the most likely user of a dinosaur shaped night lamp?
A grandparent.
A school teacher.
Q3.
What is the most important thing to think about when designing a night light for a baby?
The brightness of the light.
The style of the night light.
Q4.
Who invented the light bulb?
Thomas Hardy.
Thomas Jefferson.
Tom Hanks.
Q5.
In what year were LEDs invented?
1907.
1957.
1987.