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1. Design Process

•   Identify a Need
•   Design Brief
•   Schedule of Tasks
•   Analysis of Brief
•   Research
•   Specification
•   Generate Ideas
•   Choose Solution
•   Develop Solution
•   Make Solution
•   Test Solution
•   Modify Solution
•   Evaluate Solution

2. Technical Drawing

• Pictorial Drawings
  •   Isometric Drawings
  •   Oblique
  •   Sketching
• Orthographic Drawings
  •   Orthographic Drawings
  •   1st. Angle Drawings
  •   3rd. Angle Drawings
  •   Projections
  •   Geometrical Drawings
  •   Drawing Standards
  •   Drawing Equipment

3. Graphics

•   Perspectives
•   Graphic Techniques
•   Graphic Materials
•   Graphic Equipment
•   Aesthetics
•   Colour
•   Charts
•   Media

4. 3D Modelling

5. CAD/CAM

6. Systems & Control

7. Mechanisms

•   Definition of Mechanisms
•   Levers
•   Linkages
•   Cams
•   Gears
•   Pulleys & Chains
•   Worms
•   Ratchets & Pawls

8. Structures

•   Definitions of Structures
•   Types of Forces
•   Forces in Frames
•   Triangulation
•   Beams
•   Bridges

9. Electrics & Electronics

• Definition of Electrics & Electronics
  •   Electrical Circuits
  •   Electronic Circuits
  •   Electronic Symbols
• Electrical Units of Measurement
  •   Potential Difference
  •   Current
  •   Resistance
  •   Capacitance
  •   Electrical Power
• Electrical Switches
  •   Methods of Switching
  •   Lever Switches
  •   Push Switches
  •   Rotary Swithes
  •   Slide Switches
  •   Reed Switches
  •   Micro Switches
  •   Electrical Relays
• Resistors
  •   Definition of Resistors
  •   Ohms Law
  •   Resistors in Series/Parallel
  •   Resistor Colour Coding
  •   Variable Resistors
  •   Light Dependant Resistors
  •   Thermistors
• Capacitors
  •   Definition of Capacitors
  •   Non/Polarised Capacitors
  •   Capacitor Timing Circuits
• Power Supplies
  •   Definition of Power Supplies
  •   Batteries
  •   Rectifiers
• Semi-Conductors
  •   Definition of Semi-Conductors
  •   Diodes
  •   Light Emitting Diodes
  •   Photo Diodes
  •   Transistors
  •   FET
  •   Thyristors
• Integrated Circuits
  •   Definition of Integrated Circuits
  •   555 Timers
  •   741 Op Amps
  •   PIC
  •   Electronic Counters
  •   Electronic Displays
• Electronic Logic
  •   Definition of Logic
  •   Truth tables
  •   Electronic Gates
• Circuit Boards
  •   Definition of Circuit Boards
  •   Prototype Circuit Boards
  •   Printed Circuit Boards
• Electrical Soldering
  •   Definition of Soldering
  •   Soldering Equipment
  •   Soldering Materials
  •   Soldering Techniques

10. Pneumatics & Hydraulics

•   Pneumatics
•   Hydraulics

11. Food

•   Health & Safety

12. Textiles

13. Materials

• Resistant Materials
•   Metals
•   Mild Steel
•   Tool Steel
•   Cast Iron
•   Stainless Steel
•   Alumimium
•   Brass
•   Copper
•   Silver
•   Plastics
•   Acrylic
•   PVC
•   Expanded Poystyrene
•   High Impact Polystyrene
•   Polypropylene
•   Polythene
•   Nylon
•   Polyester Resin
•   Epoxy Resin
•   Timbers
•   Definitions Of Wood
•   How a Tree Works
•   Pine
•   Cedar
•   Mahogany
•   Beech
•   Oak
•   Processed Timbers
•   Hardboard
•   Chipboard
•   MDF
•   Plywood
•   Ceramic Materials
•   Concrete
•   Elastic Materials
•   Rubber
•   Neoprene
•   Compliant Materials
•   Flexible Plastics
•   Paper & Card
•   Properties of Materials

14. Components

15. Processes

•   Marking Out
•   Wastage
•   Combination
•   Deformation
•   Reforming
•   Finishing
•   Heat Treatment
•   Corrosion
•   DIY Tutorials and Tips

16. Planning

•   Costing
•   Cutting List
•   Scheduling
•   Planning Restrictions
•   Planning Systems
•   Sequence of Operations
•   Flow Charts
•   Gnatt Charts
•   Critical Path Analysis
•   Production Economics

17. Tools & Equipment

•   Inspection Equipment
•   Hand Tools
•   Machine Tools
•   Holding Devices
•   Templates
•   Jigs
•   Fixtures
•   Cutting Devices

18. Human Factors

•   Ergonomics
•   Anthropmertics
•   Social Factors

19. Technical Data

20. Quality Assurance & Control

•   Quality Assurance
•   Quality Control
•   Tolerance
•   QC Specification
•   Key Stages of Production
•   Quality Indicators
•   Critical Control Points
•   Sampling
•   Inspection
•   Monitoring
•   Defects

21. Standards

22. Health & Safety

•   Health
•   Safety
•   General Safety
•   Safety Equipment
•   Fire
•   Safety Hazards
•   Safety of Mechanisms
•   Child Development
•   Safety of Toys
•   Materials Safety
•   Product Safety
•   Risk Control

23. Scientific Principles

24. ICT

•   Word Processing
•   Spreadsheets
•   Desk Top Publishing
•   Graphical Programmes

25. History

•   Design Styles
•   Pull Along Toys
•   Boardgames
•   Tangrams

26. Industrial Design

  27. Sales & Marketing

28. Investigating Products

  29. Technical Dictionary