Y9 Project Title: Welding and Fabrication

Project Overview: In this unit, students will build on previous knowledge of material science, where they will look at Ferrous, Non-Ferrous, Alloys, Polymers and manufactured boards.

Students will learn to make a photo frame from a given engineering drawing and equipment.  Students will learn how to use the following tools and equipment safely:

• MIG Welder
• Hack Saw
• File
• Magnetic Clamp
• Pillar Drill
• Strip Heater
• Laser Cutter
• CAD Software

Year 9 Project Title: High skill cooking

Project Overview: Students will learn about the farming methods used across the world and the importance of understanding dietary requirements and allergies int he food industry. Students will make the following dishes:

• Apple pie
• Sausage plait with homemade puff pastry
• Meringue kisses and plate design
• Decorated Swiss roll
• Naan bread
• Spring rolls
• Showcase lesson- this will be a 3 week showcase as students will demonstrate the skills learnt through their rotation by following a set brief. They will research and produce a time plan of a street food dish of their choice and then executing their time plan by making their chosen dish.

Y9 Project Title: Planter  (Construction)

Project Overview: In this unit, students will build on previous knowledge of material properties, where they will look at softwoods and manufactured boards.

Students will learn to make a to construct a wooden planter using an orthographic drawing with a strong focus on accuracy and quality control.  Students will learn how to use the following tools and equipment safely:

• Marking gauge
• Try square
• Bench hook
• Belt sander
• Disc palm sander
• Clamps
• Manufacturing template