Applied Technology
This subject is mainly about using a design process to solve technological problems.
Course Content:
- Control Systems & Logic Gates
- Design and Manufacture of Projects
- Developments
- Drawing and Visual Communication
- Electricity and Basic Circuits
- Energy
- Energy & the Environment
- Health and Safety
- ICT
- Materials
- Mechanisms
- Robotics & Automated Systems
- Structures and Forces
- Technology & Society
- Tools and Equipment
- Transistors & Microchips
- Your Design Journey
How is Applied Technology assessed?
The Applied Technology assessment consists of
- 2 Classroom-based Assessments (CBAs)
- A Project (70%)
- A Written Exam (30%)
CBAs
CBA 1 regards 'Exploring the application of controlled systems in a local context', while CBA 2 is on 'Student Self-analysis and Evaluation'.
Project
The project is completed after CBA 2. The SEC will set a brief for this project.
Written exam
This is a 90 minute common-level exam.
Future Careers
Applied Technology prepares students for careers in Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, Architecture, Property, Biomedical Techniques, and Medtech.
Download the JC Applied Technology Specification
Download the JC Applied Technology Assessment Guidelines
Download the JC Applied Technology Chief Examiner's Report (2009)
