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Design and Technology
Eduqas GCSE Design and Technology
Component 1

Eduqas GCSE Design and Technology · C600

Eduqas GCSE Design and Technology Component 1

Design and Technology in the 21st Century

Length: 2 hours
Marks: 100
Weighting: 50% of the GCSE

From the Eduqas specification (opens in a new tab), Version 2, PDF page 9.

2 sections · 95 revision notes · 7 past papers

What’s on Component 1

Technical Principles

Core Technical Knowledge · Electronics and Mechanics In-Depth · Papers and Boards In-Depth · Natural and Manufactured Timber In-Depth · Metals In-Depth · Plastics In-Depth · Textiles In-Depth80 notes

Core Technical Knowledge

Impact of Design and Technology 4 notes
- Technological Innovation and Its Impacts

Component 1 past papers

June 2025 Component 1 (U10)
Question paper Mark scheme

June 2024 Component 1 (U10)
Question paper Mark scheme

CAD and CAM in Design and Production

Sustainable and Responsible Design Decisions

Energy Sources, Generation and Storage

Smart Materials and Technical Textiles 2 notes

Modern, Smart and Composite Materials
Smart Fabrics and Technical Textiles

Electronic Systems and Programmable Components 2 notes

Electronic Control Systems
Programmable Components and Microcontrollers

Mechanical Components and Devices

Material Properties and Applications 5 notes

Papers, Cards and Boards
Natural and Manufactured Timbers
Ferrous Metals, Non-ferrous Metals and Alloys
Thermoforming and Thermosetting Polymers
Fibres and Textiles

Electronics and Mechanics In-Depth

Systems Components and Ecological Footprint 6 notes
Factors Influencing Component Selection
Forces, Stresses, and Reinforcement
Stock Forms and Cost Calculation
Manufacturing Processes and Scales
Prototyping Techniques and Assembly 3 notes
Surface Treatments and Finishes

Papers and Boards In-Depth

Properties and Ecological Footprint 2 notes
- Paper and Board Manufacture and Properties
- Paper and Board: Ecological and Social Footprint
Factors Influencing Material Selection 2 notes
- Selecting Papers and Boards for Properties and Uses
- Responsible Material Selection and True Costs
Forces and Structural Reinforcement
Stock Forms and Quantity Calculation
Manufacturing Scales and Processes 2 notes
- Production Scales, Repeatability and CAM
- Commercial Printing and Finishing
Prototyping Techniques and Assembly
Surface Treatments and Finishes

Natural and Manufactured Timber In-Depth

Properties and Ecological Footprint 2 notes
- Timber Types, Properties and Defects
- Timber’s Footprint and Life Cycle
Factors Influencing Timber Selection
Forces and Structural Reinforcement
Stock Forms and Quantity Calculation
Manufacturing Scales and Processes
Prototyping Techniques and Assembly 2 notes
- Timber Shaping and Fabrication Processes
- Timber Joints, Adhesives and Fixings
Surface Treatments and Finishes

Metals In-Depth

Properties and Ecological Footprint 3 notes
Factors Influencing Metal Selection
Forces and Structural Reinforcement
Stock Forms and Quantity Calculation
Manufacturing Scales and Processes
Prototyping Techniques and Assembly 2 notes
- Shaping and Machining Metal Components
- Permanent and Temporary Metal Joining
Surface Treatments and Finishes

Plastics In-Depth

Properties and Ecological Footprint 2 notes
- Polymer Origins, Types and Properties
- Plastics: Ecological Footprint, Life Cycles and Recycling
Factors Influencing Plastic Selection
Forces and Structural Reinforcement
Stock Forms and Quantity Calculation
Manufacturing Scales and Processes 2 notes
- Plastic Production Scales, Jigs and CAM
- Principles of Plastic Moulding Processes
Prototyping Techniques and Assembly 3 notes
Surface Treatments and Finishes

Textiles In-Depth

Properties and Ecological Footprint 3 notes
Factors Influencing Textile Selection 2 notes
- Textile Finishes: Appearance, Protection and Function
- Responsible Textile Design and Manufacture
Forces and Structural Reinforcement
Stock Forms and Quantity Calculation
Manufacturing Scales and Processes
Prototyping Techniques and Assembly 2 notes
- Textile Tools, Pattern Preparation and Cutting
- Textile Construction and Assembly Quality
Surface Treatments and Finishes 2 notes
- Textile Colouration and Surface Design
- Embroidery, Appliqué and Beadwork

Technical Principles overview

Designing and Making Principles

Core Design Skills · In-Depth Practical Skills15 notes

Core Design Skills

Design Contexts
Identifying User Needs
Design Briefs and Specifications
Factors Influencing Design
Idea Development and Evaluation
Professional Design Analysis
Design Strategies
Communicating Design Ideas
Prototype Development
Feedback and Modification

In-Depth Practical Skills

Material and Component Selection
Accurate Marking and Measuring
Using Specialist Tools
Advanced Fabrication Techniques

Designing and Making Principles overview

All Eduqas GCSE Design and Technology past papers

Applying Surface Finishes