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Digital design and manufacture
Official AQA section 3.1.7.
8
Objectives
10
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10
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90 min
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AqaA LevelDesign And Technology Fashion And TextilesTechnical principles
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Digital design and manufacture8 objectives
- Computer aided design (CAD) • The advantages and disadvantages of using CAD compared to manually generated alternative.
- The use of CAD to develop and present ideas for products. • How CAD is used in industrial applications. Use of datum points and geometry when setting out design drawings.
- The use of tolerances in dimensioning. Computer aided manufacturing (CAM).
- Students should be aware of, and be able to describe, how CAM is used in the manufacture of products. Specific processes to include: • fabric manufacture • fabric printing • lay planning and computer controlled cutting • automated buttonholing • making and sewing of pockets • seam stitching • pressing • computer controlled decorative processes • laser cutting. Calculating speeds and times for machining. 26 Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration Virtual modelling.
- Students should be aware of, and be able to describe, how virtual modelling/testing is used in industry prior to product production. Specific processes to include: • simulation • pattern design systems • computer controlled printing to produce sample fabric lengths. Electronic data interchange.
- Students should be aware of, and able to describe,.
- the use of electronic point of sales (EPOS) for marketing purposes and the collection of market research data. Production, planning and control (PPC) networking.
- Students should be aware of, and able to describe, the role of PPC systems in the planning and controlling of all aspects of manufacturing, including: • availability of materials • scheduling of machines and people • coordinating suppliers and customers. Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 27.
Key terms
Digital prototypingPattern makingVirtual Sampling3D ModellingTolerancesComputer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)Digital PrintingDigital Fabric PrintingVirtual PrototypingDigital DesignSustainability
Exam tips
- Use examples in your answers: When discussing CAD, include specific examples of how it is used in the fashion industry.
- Practice with CAD software: Familiarize yourself with different CAD tools and their features to enhance your design skills.
Common mistakes
- Confusing CAD with CAM: Remember that CAD is focused on the design aspect, while CAM deals with the manufacturing process.
- Misunderstanding CAD capabilities: Recognize that while CAD reduces the need for physical samples, it cannot completely replace them in all cases.
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