Specification points

AQA A-level Design and Technology 7552

29 points in 2 topics, with AQA's codes and titles.

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3.1 Technical principles

3.1.1 Materials and their applications
3.1.2 Performance characteristics of materials
3.1.3 Enhancement of materials
3.1.4 Forming, redistribution and addition processes
3.1.4.5 The use of adhesives and fixings
3.1.5 The use of finishes
3.1.6 Modern industrial and commercial practice
3.1.6.2 Efficient use of materials
3.1.7 Digital design and manufacture
3.1.8 The requirements for product design and development
3.1.9 Health and safety
3.1.10 Protecting designs and intellectual property
3.1.11 Design for manufacturing, maintenance, repair and disposal
3.1.12 Feasibility studies
3.1.13 Enterprise and marketing in the development of products
3.1.14 Design communication

3.2 Designing and making principles

3.2.1 Design methods and processes
3.2.2 Design theory
3.2.3 How technology and cultural changes can impact on the work of designers
3.2.3.4 Product life cycle
3.2.4 Design processes
3.2.5 Critical analysis and evaluation
3.2.6 Selecting appropriate tools, equipment and processes
3.2.7 Accuracy in design and manufacture
3.2.8 Responsible design
3.2.9 Design for manufacture and project management
3.2.10 National and international standards in product design