Key Concepts
Connections
Related Concepts
Function
Statement of Inquiry
The connection between the food we eat and how our body functions is the most important relationship to achieving good health.
Careers
- Nutritionist
- Chef
- Dietician
- Catering manager
- Teacher
Inquiry Questions
Factual Questions
- What is hygiene and why is it important in food technology?
- What are the different nutrients, and their functions in the human body?
Conceptual Questions
- How are excess food consumption, exercise levels and obesity linked?
- Why do different groups of people have different nutritional need?
Debatable Questions
- To what extent could this dish be considered ‘healthy’?
Key Concepts
Global Interactions
Related Concepts
Resources
Statement of Inquiry
British people rely on global food production to feed our population.
Careers
- Dietician
- Chef
- Sustainability officer
Inquiry Questions
Factual Questions
- Where does our food come from?
Conceptual Questions
- Why is intensive animal farming bad for the environment?
Debatable Questions
- To what extent do increased food miles impact the planet?
- To what extent could this dish be considered ‘sustainable’?
Key Concepts
Global Interactions
Related Concepts
Markets & trends, sustainability
Statement of Inquiry
Market trends can influence efforts for a more sustainable world.
Careers
- Fashion Designer
- Sample Machinist
- Textiles Designer
Inquiry Questions
Factual Questions
- What does ‘sustainability’ mean?
- What is the difference between primary and secondary research?
Conceptual Questions
- Why is a design specification important to the success of a product?
- How does material choices and manufacturing techniques impact the sustainability of a textiles product?
Debatable Questions
- To what extent does market research influence the design of a product?
Key Concepts
Global Interactions
Related Concepts
Markets & trends, sustainability
Statement of Inquiry
Market trends can influence efforts for a more sustainable world.
Careers
- Fashion Designer
- Sample Machinist
- Textiles Designer
Inquiry Questions
Factual Questions
- What does ‘sustainability’ mean?
- What is the difference between primary and secondary research?
Conceptual Questions
- Why is a design specification important to the success of a product?
- How does material choices and manufacturing techniques impact the sustainability of a textiles product?
Debatable Questions
- To what extent does market research influence the design of a product?
Key Concepts
Products, methods
Related Concepts
Aesthetics, creativity, sustainability
Statement of Inquiry
Branding and overall company aesthetics helps to convey the companies product message.
Careers
- Product designer
- Set designer
- Furniture designer
Inquiry Questions
Factual Questions
- What is typography?
Conceptual Questions
- Why is perspective important when drawing design?
- How can we present research?
- How can Primary/Secondary research support design work most effectively?
Debatable Questions
- Do the best designers copy and get away with it?
Key Concepts
Products, methods
Related Concepts
Aesthetics, creativity, sustainability
Statement of Inquiry
Branding and overall company aesthetics helps to convey the companies product message.
Careers
- Product designer
- Set designer
- Furniture designer
Inquiry Questions
Factual Questions
- What is a safe working environment within a workshop?
Conceptual Questions
- How do we spot potential dangers and help to maintain a safe working environment?
- How does material selection affect product viability?
Debatable Questions
- Is CAD/CAM sustainable within the design industry?