DT students shine with nightlights and custom designs5 June 2025 (by admin) |
Students are continuing to expand their knowledge of tools, processes and components, both in and out of lessons, in the school’s Design Technology department.
Year 10 Engineers spent last half term designing, 3D modelling and making their own nightlights.
Explaining the process, Amy Norris, Head of DT, said: “Within this project, students developed a variety of skills including laser cutting and circuit building. They learnt about various circuit components and how to populate an electronic circuit. All students managed the difficult task of achieving a working circuit, which led to some impressive outcomes. All students showed good time management, creativity and determination.”
Meanwhile, in the department’s weekly Craft Club, students have been using Adobe software to create custom designs for items including bags and bookmarks. Their completed computer designs were then printed onto various products using the dye-sublimation process. This involves using heat to transfer from paper to a polyester-based material.
This month, club attendees will be expanding the printing process to make personalised mugs for Father’s Day.
The Craft Club runs every Thursday afternoon, between 3.10 and 4.10pm, in the DT department. It is open to students in all years and new members are always welcome.
