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WorksheetsGCSE Design Technology Section A
Total questions: 47
Worksheet time: 24mins
Identify which energy source is finite.
Coal
Solar
Tidal
Wind
Identify the correct definition of a composite material.
A combination of two or more different materials
A
material that changes its properties when exposed to
sunlight
A naturally occurring renewable material
A polymer material that can be injection moulded
Which of the following textile based materials comes from a sustainable source?
Denim
Elastane
Kevlar
Polyester
Which of the following timbers is a naturally occurring hardwood?
Larch
Oak
Pine
Spruce
A method of raising money from lots of people to launch a new design is called:
A co-operative
Crowd funding
fair trade
Virtual marketing
A designer has created a security system for use in a home. The system is intended to alert the home owner to an intruder. What is the input in this system?
Alarm sound
Automatic message sent to mobile phone
Flashing light
Motion sensor
Which of the following metals should not be used outdoors without a protective coating of a different material?
Aluminium alloy
Copper
Low carbon steel
Zinc
What are the advantages of automation?
Less waste produced and faster running time
Low set up costs
Lots of jobs are created
Loss of employment
The Japanese term 'Kaizen' is used for which process?
Reducing pollution
Continuous improvement
Controlling the release of greenhouse gases
Just in Time production
Which of these best describes market pull?
Products are produced in response to customers' wants or needs
Products are produced using new technology
Products are produced with a planned limited life
Products are produced using technology by large corporations
What does CAM stand for?
Computer accessed manufacturing
Computer aided manipulation
Computer aided manufacture
Computer aided malfunction
Which of these is an example of CAD?
Laser cutting
3D printing
Designing on a computer
3D router
Planned obsolescence is...
Bad for the environment
The ability to be repaired
Meant to be recycled
good for the environment
What does Just in time (JIT) manufacturing do?
Saves money on materials and storage
Maximises efficiency by changing designs
Creates products through an assembly line
JIT does not have to have a good robust supply chain
What is a COOPERATIVE
A cooperative is a business, set up by like minded individuals.
A cooperative is a business, set up by a single person
A cooperative is a business set up by a large corporation
A cooperative is a business, that has been set up by the government
What force is acting on 'B'
Shear
Compression
Tension
Torsion
Which of the following are ferrous metals
Aluminium
mild steel
Cast iron
carbon steel
Which of the following statements are true
A dovetail is a Knock Down Joint
Ash is a manufactured board
Balsa is a hardwood
MDF has an attractive grain
5400cm2
550mm2
5400mm3
5400mm2
What is fairtrade?
Fairtrade is about higher profits for owners and poor working conditions
Fairtrade is about better prices, decent working conditions and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in less economically developed countries
Fairtrade is about low prices, poor working conditions and poor terms of trade for farmers and workers in less economically developed countries
Why is flexi ply used to make curved products such as furniture
What two finishes would you use on a wooden product to protect it from moisture
What two finishes could you apply to a wooden surface to improve its appearance
Rotary
Reciprocating
linear
Oscillating
Identify the hardwood
MDF
Flexi-Ply
Walnut
Pine
Which one of the following energy production systems is
an alternative energy ?
Wind Power
Hydraulic Fracturing
Crude Oil
Coal
A Foam Metal is:
A dense metal, starting at the core and out to the exterior layer .
A metal that cannot be heated, as it will melt.
A solid structures, usually composed of a dense outer layer, with the inner portion in the form of a matrix of pores.
A composite metal, made up of several layers.
Which of the following statements describing ‘plywood’ is FALSE?
Plywood is a composite material.
Plywood is composed of several layers of thin plies / veneers.
Plywood is relatively weak, compared to other manufactured boards.
Plywood is supplied in a variety of thicknesses.
Which of the following statements is representative of Iterative Design?
A linear design process, whereby one stage follows another.
A process of continual improvement, of a concept, prototype, design or product, with model making, sketching, client feedback applied when required.
Designing as a team, following a strict design process.
A systems approach - PROCESS - SYSTEM - OUTCOME.
Sector
Radian
Triangulated Part
Aspect
Linear Motion is:
Movement in a straight line and in one direction.
Movement following a circular path, around a fixed point
When an object swings left and then right (or vise-versa), from a fixed point.
A repetitive movement left to right OR up and down.
Which of the following statements describing ‘POLYESTER’ is FALSE?
It is also called ‘polyethylene terephthalate’.
It is a thermoplastic polymer.
It cannot be manufactured as a fibre / textile material.
It is 100% recycable.
Which of the statements about Graphene is FALSE?
Graphene is a nonmetal.
Graphene has high resistance to the flow of electricity.
Graphene has the potential to radically change our consumer world.
Graphene exhibits amazing potential, especially in the electrical and
electronics industries.
Which of the following statements about nano materials is TRUE?
Nanos are used by the Food Processing industry, to add flavour and taste.
Nano materials are widely used in the construction industry, because of their resistance to corrosion.
A single particle of a nanomaterial, has an average size between 1 to 100 nanometres (nm), which is extremely small.
Nano materials are derived from natural wood.
Which of the statements below is accurate regarding ‘wood laminating’?
Is a method of bending thin layers of wood, forming complicated shapes.
Is a technique whereby wood is turned around, during the seasoning process.
A process that creates a ‘reflective’ coating on a range of woods.
Wood is ‘turned’ on a woodworking lathe, producing items such as lamps, table legs and bowls.
A house alarm system has a number of outputs and inputs. Identify an OUTPUT from the selection below.
Movement sensor
Key pad
Siren
Magnetic door sensor
Which of the following metal is a non-ferrous metal?
Steel
Copper
Iron
Stainless Steel
From the list of materials, identify the metal alloy.
Copper
Chromium
Stainless steel
Lead
Which of the following systems, means the production of ONE item?
Prototype manufacture
Continuous Manufacture
Batch production
Mass manufacture
Which of the following statements is true?
Pine is a manufactured material
Zinc is used to protect metal from corrosion
MDF means ‘Middle, Density, Foam’
QC mean ‘Quality Counts’
Which of the statements below is The definition of the physical property ‘Elasticity’?
The ability of a material to stand up to forces being applied without it bending, breaking, shattering or deforming in any way.
The ability of a material to change shape (deform) usually by
stretching along its length.
The ability of a material to stretch without breaking or snapping.
The ability of a material to absorb force and flex in different
directions, returning to its original position.
Designers consider ‘sustainability’ as one important aspect of design. What is sustainability?
A product that is designed to use once.
Materials that can be naturally replenished / regrown.
Finite materials are the only materials used in the manufacture of a product
Sustainability means involving the customer at all stages of design
Corrugated card is used extensively in the manufacture of packaging. Is it because
Relatively cheap to manufacture. Can be
recycled.
Good strength to weight ratio.
Supplied in a range of colours.
Durable material and can withstand knocks and drops.
Solar power is one form of alternative energy, that is becoming popular. Is it because
The technology is cost effective.
Panels can be fitted to roofs easily.
Reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
Reduces the owners electricity bill.
Which of the following materials is produced from natural wood?
Styroflex
Arnitel
Polyethylene terephthalate
Veneer
From the list of materials, identify the synthetic fibre that is often used in textiles production.
Copper
Nylon
Stainless steel
Lead
Which of the following ‘finishes’ is used on Aluminium.
Anodising
Varnish
Galvanising
Shellac
