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Modern industrial and commercial practice
Official AQA section 3.1.6.
11
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10
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10
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90 min
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AqaA LevelDesign And Technology Product DesignTechnical principles
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Modern industrial and commercial practice1 objectives
- Students should be aware of, and be able to describe, the different scales of production giving example products and specific manufacturing methods. Specific scales of production to include: • one-off, bespoke • batch production • mass/line production • unit production systems (UPS) • quick response manufacturing (QRM) • vertical in-house production.
Efficient use of materials10 objectives
- Students must develop an awareness of the relationship between material cost, form, and manufacturing processes, and the scale of production. • The development of designs which use materials economically and with regard to their characteristics.
- The use of manufacturing processes which increase accuracy and reduce waste. • The savings to be gained when comparing bulk production with one-off production. • The advantages of Just In Time (JIT) manufacture. Determining quantities of materials.
- The use of computer systems.
- Students should be aware of how computer systems are used to plan and control manufacturing, reduce waste and respond quickly to changes in consumer demand.
- Students should be able to explain specific industrial manufacturing systems and their use in the production of given products. Specific manufacturing systems to include: • modular/cell production • just in time (JIT) • quick response manufacturing (QRM) • flexible manufacturing systems.
- Students should be able to explain.
- the use of computer controlled systems in production, distribution and storage.
- Students should be able to explain.
- the use of standardised and bought-in components made by specialist manufacturers. Sub-assembly.
- Students should be aware of, and able to explain, sub-assembly as a separate line of manufacture for certain parts of a product.
Key terms
Unit Production System (UPS)Vertical In-house ProductionSubtractive ManufacturingMaterial WasteEconomies of ScaleLean ManufacturingMaterial EfficiencyComputer-Aided Design (CAD)Modular ProductionJust in Time (JIT)Circular EconomyAutomation
Exam tips
- Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing production methods, always include specific examples of products or industries to illustrate your points.
- Understand Material Characteristics: Familiarize yourself with the properties of different materials and their applications to make informed design choices.
Common mistakes
- Confusing batch production with mass production: Remember that batch production creates groups of products, while mass production focuses on continuous production of identical items.
- Ignoring Material Properties: Always consider the mechanical properties, cost, and suitability of materials for the intended application.
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