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CAMBRIDGE NATIONALS IN ENGINEERINGPrinciples in Engineering and Engineering Business

Engineering Design

Engineering Manufacture

Systems Control in Engineering

Level 1/2

CAMBRIDGE NATIONALS AND CAMBRIDGE TECHNICALS – HOW THEY DIFFER

Cambridge Nationals in Engineering are targeted at 14 to 16-year-olds in a school environment. They’re available as an Award and a Certificate, with the Certificate being the same size as a GCSE. The Certificate sized qualifications are the only size qualification suitable for inclusion in the DfE Performance Tables. Details of all OCR qualifications recognised on the DfE Performance Tables for 2016 can be found at ocr.org.uk/performancetables

Cambridge Technicals are targeted at students aged 16+ in either a school or FE environment. They allow for greater flexibility with the choice of units that make up the qualification and are wholly internally assessed. In addition, the Level 3 qualifications have UCAS points, supporting progression to higher education. Cambridge Technicals in Engineering are currently being developed for first teaching in September 2015 and further information will be available shortly.

Cambridge Nationals are vocationally related qualifications that take an engaging, practical and inspiring approach to learning and assessment.

They’re industry relevant, geared to key sector requirements and very popular with schools and colleges because they suit such a broad range of learning styles and abilities.

The new generation of Cambridge Nationals has been developed to ensure that they build on the legacy and reputation of the existing qualifications, which are taught in over 3,000 centres.

Created to bring together the Wolf Report recommendations and industry needs

The Cambridge Nationals in Engineering have been founded on the recommendations of the Wolf Report and created in partnership with teachers, students, education specialists, industry-leading employers and engineering professional institutions. This collaborative approach has resulted in four separate GCSE-sized qualifications that offer students a solid foundation for their future studies and careers.

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The next generation of vocational qualifications has arrivedEngineering is everywhere. Look out of the window and you’ll probably see something that’s been engineered. It’s fundamental to our modern economy and key to driving change and innovation. The new Cambridge Nationals in Engineering reflect this and provide students with a solid foundation for understanding and applying this subject in their future working lives.

• Introduced some external assessment

• Combined Levels 1 and 2

• Streamlined the number of units

• Introduced a Distinction* grade at Level 2

• Changed the way grades are determined: good performance in some units will compensate for weaker performance in others, so that the qualification recognises each student’s strengths

• Designed the qualifications with your curriculum in mind: Award 60 guided learning hours (GLH) and Certificate 120 GLH.

In line with the recommendations from the Wolf Report and feedback from customers, we have:

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• You can enjoy the freedom and excitement of teaching Engineering qualifications that have been developed to help you inspire students of all abilities.

• We’ve built specifications with you in mind using a clear and easy-to-understand format, making them straightforward to deliver.

• Our clear and sensible assessment approach means assessment material and requirements are clearly presented and sensibly structured for you and your students.

• Pathways for choice – we have the broadest range of vocational qualifications, and Cambridge Nationals provide an ideal foundation for students to progress to more advanced studies and engineering-related careers.

• Working in partnership to support you – together with employers and curriculum experts, we’ve developed a range of practical help and support to save you (the teacher) time. We provide everything you need to teach our specifications with confidence and to ensure that your students get as much as possible from the programme of learning.

• Cambridge Nationals are supported with new innovative support products and training – to help you get started, prepare to teach and share best practice.

The next generation of vocational qualifications has arrived

A few good reasons to work with OCR

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OCR Cambridge Nationals in Engineering

The UK is in the business of high added value, high technology, sustainable engineering and manufacturing. We listened to, and worked closely with, employers such as JCB, Siemens and Rolls-Royce, and professional bodies like the Royal Academy of Engineering, as well as the University of Northampton and teachers from schools and University Technical Colleges (UTCs), to make sure that the next generation of young engineers is equipped with the skills demanded by employers in the engineering community. Cambridge Nationals deliver these skills across the whole range of learning styles and abilities, effectively engaging and inspiring all students to achieve great things.

The Cambridge Nationals in Engineering provide sufficient breadth to maintain the skills central to engineering while also allowing specialist skills to be developed. There are four separate GCSE-sized qualifications, in the areas of engineering principles, design, manufacture and systems control. They can be delivered separately or in any combination to suit individual student needs.

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Units Assessment Method GLH J830 Award 60 GLH

J840 Certificate 120 GLH

R101: Engineering principles Written paperOCR set and marked1 hour – 60 marks Students answer all questions

30 M M

R102: The engineered business world Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 M M

R103: Sustainable engineering Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 N/A M

R104: Optimising performance in engineering systems and products

Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 N/A M

Key: M = mandatory unit

Principles in Engineering and Engineering BusinessEngineering is the application of scientific, economic, social and practical knowledge to design, build and maintain machines, devices,

systems and structures using different materials and processes. This qualification concentrates on the wider context that underpins

engineering. Your students will look at fundamental principles applied to practical applications, as well as how businesses are structured

and operate in a competitive world, manage sustainable engineering and keep products and services at their optimum performance.

A bank of model assignments is available free of charge from the OCR website for the centre-assessed units R102–R104.

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R105: Design briefs, design specifications and user requirements

Written paperOCR set and marked1 hour – 60 marks Students answer all questions

30 M M

R106: Product analysis and research Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 M M

R107: Developing and presenting engineering designs


30 N/A M

R108: 3D design realisation Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 N/A M


Engineering DesignEngineering design is a process used to develop and enhance new products and systems as a response to market opportunities.

This qualification is an opportunity for your students to develop a design specification and study the processes involved in designing

new engineered products. They’ll use practical skills such as drawing, computer modelling and model making to communicate design

ideas. The qualification will also encourage them to consult with a client and, with its practical focus, will engage them in producing,

testing and evaluating a prototype in the form of a model.


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R109: Engineering materials, processes and production

Written paperOCR set and marked1 hour – 60 marks Students answer all questions

30 M M

R110: Preparing and planning for manufacture Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 M M

R111: Computer-aided manufacturing Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 N/A M

R112: Quality control of engineered products Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 N/A M


Engineering Manufacture Engineering manufacture is a discipline of engineering dealing with different manufacturing practices and processes using the machines,

tools and equipment that turn raw materials into new products. This qualification will enable your students to study these processes. It will

also allow them to operate the tools and equipment used to make products from the requirements of a design specification, as well as use

relevant computer applications such as CAD/CAM, and CNC equipment.

What you need to run this qualification

To offer this qualification, your centre will need access to engineering production equipment such as CAD and CNC. You’ll find it useful to

offer it alongside Engineering Design.


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R113: Electronic principles Written paperOCR set and marked1 hour – 60 marks Students answer all questions

30 M M

R114: Simulate, construct and test electronic circuits


30 M M

R115: Engineering applications of computers Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 N/A M

R116: Process control systems Centre-assessed task,OCR moderated

30 N/A M


Systems Control in Engineering Systems control in engineering is the study of microprocessor control that uses sensors, feedback and actuators that constantly adjust

for a desired performance. Through this qualification, your students will explore these computer and microprocessor applications. They’ll

learn how systems are used in engineering environments such as product design, automated manufacturing, maintenance and stock

control. They’ll also take part in engaging practical tasks such as producing simple electronic circuits, testing the operation of circuits, and

designing and testing a simple control system.

What you need to run this qualification

To offer this qualification, your centre will need access to engineering production equipment such as CAD and CNC. You’ll find it useful to

offer it alongside the Principles in Engineering and Engineering Business qualification.


“We see this as a vital development in the curriculum. We need a set of robust Engineering qualifications that can inspire youngsters into the ‘real’ world of engineering. The approach that OCR is taking is very much in line with our own thoughts as a major engineering and manufacturing employer and we have been very happy to be involved with the development of these qualifications.”

David Bell Chief Corporate Development Officer J C Bamford Excavators Ltd

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Assessment and moderationWe’ve introduced external assessment for Units R101 (Engineering

principles), R105 (Design briefs, design specifications and user

requirements), R109 (Engineering materials, processes and

production) and R113 (Electronic principles). They each contain a

written paper that’s set and marked by OCR. The remaining units

will be moderated by OCR – we’ll provide model assignments for

Units R102 to R104, R106 to R108, R110 to R112, and R114 to R116.

Simple and sensible certificationUnit and qualification results are awarded on a 7-grade scale with

Pass, Merit and Distinction at both Levels 1 and 2, and with a new

grading of Distinction* at Level 2 to inspire students to achieve

more. Students’ performance in the units will determine their grade

and level.

The seven characteristics for attainment tablesSeven characteristics will be necessary for vocational qualifications that are included in future attainment tables. The seven characteristics are:

• Appropriate size: the suite includes qualifications of 120 GLH, meeting the requirement for size.

• Grading: Cambridge Nationals are graded Pass, Merit or Distinction for Level 1, and Pass, Merit, Distinction or

Distinction* for Level 2.

• External assessment of at least 20%: the Cambridge National Certificate (120 GLH) includes 25% of external assessment.

• Synoptic assessment: the breadth of the content within Cambridge Nationals ensures that students achieve a broad level of

knowledge and experience which can then be applied in different contexts.

• Progression: students can either progress to Level 3 vocational qualifications or via the traditional A Level and AS Level route.

• Proven track record: with over 3,000 centres and over 1.5 million registrations to date, OCR has a proven track record in

providing vocational qualifications.

• Appropriate content: the content for each qualification was developed in partnership with employers and other industry-

specific experts and educational specialists including teachers.

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Core units

Unit R101: Engineering principles

Focusing on the physical properties of mechanical, electrical and fluid power principles that underpin engineering systems, this unit goes on to explore how your students can apply them in a practical context.

Students will:

• Consider the relationships between power and energy and how

principles such as mechanical advantage and efficiency are

evident through mechanical, electrical and fluid power terms

• Look at potential and kinetic energy, forces and torque as

well as velocity and acceleration through practical activities

and experiment

• Understand how mechanical, electrical and fluid

principles are applied to real-life examples used in

everyday engineered products.

Unit R102: The engineered business world

This unit looks at the bigger picture – the breadth and diversity of the world of engineering, including services and products in different sectors, and how companies operate. It also takes a practical look at career options.

Students will:

• Study competitive factors in business and how new and emerging

technologies influence engineering developments

• Consider job roles, career options and employment available to

them in the engineering sector

• Develop knowledge of the recent engineering innovations and

technical advances that have influenced and changed the world

in which we live.

Principles in Engineering and Engineering Business units

“In a given year, there are around 70,000 young people in England minded to follow a Level 1 or 2 engineering qualification in a school or in the FE sector. This represents a realistic estimate of the current market for intermediate engineering qualifications amongst young people in England. Our research on prior attainment at Level 2 suggests that 16,000 of these young people undertaking such qualifications like the Cambridge National in Engineering would have been better advantaged if they had taken those qualifications at Key Stage 4 rather than post-16.”

Professor Matthew Harrison Director, Engineering and Education Royal Academy of Engineering

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Core units

Unit R103: Sustainable engineering

Working with responsible and sustainable policies for engineered products is increasingly important in our modern world. Your students will look at these key issues, as well as at the impact of sustainability when selecting materials, designing manufacturing processes and estimating energy requirements for manufacture.

Students will:

• Discover the principles of ‘design for sustainability’ and consider

the importance of recycling and product life cycles

• Study the impact of global manufacturing on sustainability and

how engineered products and systems are designed and built to

perform consistently through their working life

• Look at how businesses responsibly manage the process of end-

of-product use.

Unit R104: Optimising performance in engineering systems and products

Engineering is a fast-moving industry in terms of development. This unit looks at the operational principles of engineering systems in today’s world. It will take students through the modern approaches to maintaining optimum performance and explores how influences on performance have an impact on product design.

Students will:

• Consider the methods and approaches used to maintain optimum

performance in a range of sectors

• Study processes such as predictive and reactive maintenance and

look at how they affect the user and the business

• Have the opportunity to investigate system/component failures

and perform simple maintenance tasks on a range of engineering

equipment and systems.

Principles in Engineering and Engineering Business units

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Unit R105: Design briefs, design specifications and user requirements

Developing new products plays an essential part in engineering. Students will study the importance of responding to a design brief and assessing the requirements of design specifications when developing a new product.

Students will:

• Understand the design cycle and the relationship between design

briefs and design specifications

• Consider results from activities such as market research, existing

product and life cycle analysis, and the study of new and

improved materials and processes

• Understand how factors such as user needs, manufacturing

processes and material choice influence a design solution.

Unit R106: Product analysis and research

Being able to perform effective product analysis and evaluation is a vital skill in engineering. Your students will research existing solutions and assess the development of engineered products.

Students will:

• Develop dexterous skills and gain practical experience of

product assembly and disassembly to appreciate manufacturing

processes, design features and materials used

• Develop creativity and critical analysis through an

understanding of the principles behind good design

• Analyse existing solutions to consider what makes a

good product sell.

Engineering Design units

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Unit R107: Developing and presenting engineering designs

Communication is an important skill for today’s engineers. Students will learn how to develop concepts and communicate design ideas through hand rendering and computer-based techniques.

Students will:

• Generate design ideas using a mixture of detailed hand rendering

and computer-based presentation techniques, including

computer-aided design in two and three dimensions

• Be able to use Computer-aided Design (CAD) software and

techniques to produce and communicate design proposals

• Gain skills in annotation and labelling techniques that

demonstrate thought processes such as showing key

features, functions, dimensions, materials, and construction/

manufacture methods.

Unit R108: 3D design realisation

With its focus on practical issues, this unit requires students to apply practical skills to produce a prototype product or model using craft-based modelling materials, plus computer-controlled or rapid prototyping processes.

Students will:

• Produce a prototype product in the form of a model

• Test design ideas in a practical context, to inform further

development using more complex production processes

• Through reflection exercises, evaluate the prototype,

assess improvements in design and then make necessary

improvements to the final product.

Engineering Design units

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Unit R109: Engineering materials, processes and production

Developing students’ knowledge and understanding of engineering materials and processes is key to this unit. They’ll also look at how to use modern computer applications in the manufacture of engineered products.

Students will:

• Study basic engineering processes (there’s the opportunity to

take a practical approach to their experience)

• Look at types of engineering materials such as ferrous and non-

ferrous metals, alloys, polymers, thermosetting plastics, ceramics,

composites, smart materials, and new and emerging materials

• Consider properties of engineering materials and the theory of

hand and machine skills to engineer a product.

Unit R110: Preparing and planning for manufacture

Another practical unit, this gives your students an opportunity to understand and be able to apply the processes for making pre-production products, using a range of hand tools and measuring and marking equipment safely.

Students will:

• Plan and make a pre-production product by conventional

(non-CNC) methods to develop a suitable product

• Have the opportunity to apply appropriate processes for making

pre-production products and use hand-held tools, measuring and

marking equipment safely

• Carry out manually controlled machining operations such as

drilling, turning and milling, and perform quality control checks.

Engineering Manufacture units

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Unit R111: Computer-aided manufacturing

In this unit, students will learn how to use computer applications to manufacture engineered products and produce CAD drawings of a product. They’ll understand how computer control is used to produce engineered products in high volume.

Students will:

• Produce CAD drawings of a product to produce a batch of CNC-

manufactured examples

• Study computer applications in the design and manufacture

of engineered products and know the procedures for setting

up CNC equipment to produce a batch of products to a

required specification

• Investigate methods used to compare items manufactured by

manually controlled and CNC production.

Unit R112: Quality control of engineered products

There are many aspects to ensuring quality control in engineering. This unit will develop students’ understanding of the techniques and procedures used to ensure the quality of engineered products.

Students will:

• Understand the importance of quality control

• Produce and carry out a detailed set of procedures for the quality

control of engineered products that will be used in a ‘real-world’

situation involving high-volume manufacture of products

• Gain an understanding of the principles of lean manufacture

and how they are applied to improving the quality of the

manufacturing process.

Engineering Manufacture units

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Unit R113: Electronic principles

Basic electronic principles are the key focus of this unit. Students will look at how these can be applied to designing, maintaining and repairing the electrical/electronic systems used to engineer products.

Students will:

• Study basic electronic principles such as values for voltage, current,

resistance and power, circuit components, symbols and diagrams,

circuit configurations, potential dividers and power sources

• Understand the fundamentals of electronic circuits and be able to

calculate resistor and capacitor values, applying them to a range

of electronic circuits

• Use techniques to identify potential electrical hazards and apply

fault-finding procedures using a multi-meter for voltage, current,

resistance and continuity.

Unit R114: Simulate, construct and test electronic circuits

In this practical unit, students will learn how to build and evaluate the performance of a simple electronic circuit. They’ll study the use of computer-based simulation software to prototype and test the operation of circuits and produce designs for printed circuit boards (PCBs).

Students will:

• Learn how to use Computer-aided Design (CAD) for circuit

simulation and design

• Discover how to construct circuits

• Be able to test electronic circuits.

Systems Control in Engineering units

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Unit R115: Engineering applications of computers

This is an opportunity for students to look at the specific processes involved in electronic systems control and how computers communicate and transfer data in HMI and expert systems. They’ll also consider how systems are used across a range of engineering activities from product design and development to automated manufacturing, maintenance and stock control.

Students will:

• Learn about computer and microprocessor applications in

engineering and consider how computer systems are used across

a range of engineering activities

• Explore how computers are used in engineering industries to

design and manufacture new products with CAD and CAM

• Look at the use of automated manufacturing such as

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Programmable

Interface Controllers (PICs).

Unit R116: Process control systems

Microprocessor and microcontroller control systems play an important role in today’s increasingly sophisticated engineering systems. Your students will explore how these are used and be able to design and test a simple control system.

Students will:

• Investigate a range of system designs and consider how each

system uses appropriate input and output devices

• Be able to design, develop and simulate a control system and

consider how a system’s design problem is best solved through

the use of appropriate sensor and transducer and PLC devices

• Test the performance of their design system and be able to

transfer their program to a PIC device.

Systems Control in Engineering units

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Next steps for your students – future progression with other qualificationsCambridge Nationals in Engineering lead to a wide range of general and vocational qualifications for your students.

GCSE Engineering, Manufacturing, or Design and

Technology

(Level 2)

Other Cambridge Nationals

in Engineering*

(Level 1/2)

A Level Engineering, Product Design

(Level 3)

Apprenticeship Framework

Engineering

(Levels 2 & 3)

Vocational Qualifications (QCF)

Engineering

(Levels 1 & 2)

Cambridge Nationals in Engineering*

(Level 1/2)

* Principles in Engineering and Engineering Business

Engineering Design

Engineering Manufacture

Systems Control in Engineering

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OCR CPD Hub – your route to OCR’s teacher trainingWe have now launched our new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Hub, your route to OCR’s teacher training. We can now help support your teaching even more effectively.

Following clarification from Ofqual, we will be offering more face-to-face training for examined units from the spring term, and we have expanded the programme of digital-based training which allows you to access training as and when you need to.

So whether you want to come to a face-to-face event, look at our new digital training or search for training materials, you can find what you’re looking for all in one place on the OCR CPD Hub.

For further information visit www.cpdhub.ocr.org.uk

Need more help?You can contact our team at [email protected]

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Delivery GuidesEach guide contains a range of lesson ideas with associated activities that teachers can use with their students. The guide is structured by learning outcome so the teacher can see how each activity helps them cover the specification.

Below is a selection of the resources we provide for the Cambridge Nationals in Engineering ...

Qualifications CalculatorAn Excel-based tool to help teachers ensure that their students achieve the required number of credits for their chosen qualification and meet the mandatory requirements. Teachers also have the option to generate a personal printout for student portfolios or other records.

Progress Tracker An Excel-based tracking document to help teachers monitor their students’ progress throughout the qualification both individually and as a cohort.

Skills Guides are not specific to a particular qualification, but cover topics that could support a range of qualifications, for example communication, legislation or research skills.

Lesson ElementsThese are task sheets with accompanying teacher instructions. Each offers teachers a creative way of encouraging their students to engage with the topic, with individual and group exercises, research activities and the opportunity to develop English and maths skills.

Resources LinksResources Links are an e-resource to provide teachers with links to a range of teaching and learning websites and materials, including videos, data sets and other online content to support teachers with the delivery of their subject.

Unit Introduction PresentationsThese are short PowerPoint presentations introducing each unit. Each will look at the skills and knowledge that students will gain from the unit and provide real-life examples or questions to introduce the unit’s content.

Challenges/Project Approach The Challenges/Project Approach to Delivery shows how setting students a project can help them to achieve a number of units.

Learning Resources

Skills Guides

Maths and Science in EngineeringSee how GCSE Maths and Science units relate to Cambridge Nationals in Engineering units, indicating how some themes, e.g. force x distance, could cut across more than one qualification.

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Show the students the Unit Introduction Presentation. This will ‘set the scene’ for students and let them know what to expect. These presentations could also be used at Open or Parents’ Evenings.

Lesson Elements are related to a specific unit and offer activities that help the students to understand various concepts or build on their existing knowledge. Lesson Elements are in two

parts: teacher instructions/answers and student task sheet. Most Lesson Elements are in PDF format and printable, while some are also on-screen and interactive.

CPDAdvice and guidance on the specification/qualification including: • Face-to-face events • Online training available from

the OCR CPD Hub (whenever needed)

Excel tool to ensure the correct units are selected for the students, including any barred combinations.

Excel tool to record students’ names and ensure the correct units are selected for the students, ready to start recording their progress.

Record the teacher’s grade per learning outcome as the students progress through their units. Overall grade is automatically calculated. OCR Moderators must confirm

the students’ grade following moderation.

Use the Delivery Guides to plan lessons. Delivery Guides are structured by learning outcome and

give suggested timings for a range of activities. English and maths skills development opportunities are also identified.

Use the Resources Links to check out some other resources that teachers might find useful.

Maths and Science in Engineering shows how GCSE Maths and GCSE Science units relate to Cambridge Nationals in Engineering units, indicating how students can progress through qualifications.

Skills Guides can help review/refresh skills in a variety of topic areas. See any Cambridge Nationals web page to see the Skills Guides PDF portfolio. More Skills Guides are currently in production.

Admin Tools (AT)• Qualifications

Calculator (QC)• Progress Tracker

Teaching Support Tools (TST)• Delivery Guides • Resources Links • Skills Guides • Maths and Science

in Engineering

Classroom Tools (CT)• Unit Introduction

Presentations• Lesson Elements • Skills Guides

A quick guide to explain when and how the Cambridge Nationals resources could be used

CPDStart

with the QC (AT)

Set up the Progress

Tracker (AT)

Update the Progress

Tracker (AT)

Plan Delivery

(TST)

In the Classroom

(CT)

Download the resources today from www.ocr.org.uk/cambridgenationals

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Administration overview As with everything with Cambridge Nationals, we try to make your life easier. Follow these simple steps to implement the qualification in your centre.

7 Stepsto Achievement

1GET APPROVED Make sure you sign up to teach Cambridge Nationals to ensure that you receive all the information you need to start teaching these qualifications. This will also ensure that the Exams Officer at your centre gets all the information they need for the administration of Cambridge Nationals. www.cambridgenationals.org.uk/signup

If your centre is already approved for GCSEs or A Levels with OCR, your centre will be automatically approved for Cambridge Nationals.

If you don’t already enter for GCSEs or A Levels with us, details on how to apply for centre approval for general qualifications can be found at: www.ocr.org.uk/approval/general

2DECIDE WHICH MODERATION METHOD IS RIGHT FOR YOU There are two different moderation methods to choose from:

Option A: Moderation via the OCR Repository – where you upload electronic copies of the work included in the sample to the OCR Repository and your Moderator accesses the work from there.

Option B: Moderation by post – where you post the sample of work to the Moderator.

Within each series you must enter all candidates taking a particular unit for the same moderation method. You have the flexibility to choose different moderation methods for different units within a series and to change the moderation method for a particular unit in different series.

For both of these moderation methods, information as to whether we will need to adjust your marks or not will only be available on results day.

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5PREPARE YOUR MODERATION SAMPLE Your Moderator will require a sample after you’ve submitted your marks. OCR will let you know, via email, which candidates’ work will be needed. The work included in the sample should be posted to the Moderator, uploaded to the OCR Repository or prepared for the Moderator’s visit, depending on the moderation method chosen.

6CONDUCT THE EXAM Cambridge Nationals exams are covered by the JCQ Instructions for conducting examinations and so should be conducted according to these regulations.

7RECEIVE RESULTS We will issue results automatically on the published day. The results are sent via A2C and are also available on Interchange. You will also receive details of any moderation adjustments applied to your marks and a report on your centre’s marking from your Moderator.

Further information on the administration of Cambridge Nationals can be found in our Administration Guide www.ocr.org.uk/admin-guides

3MAKE ENTRIESEstimated entries

To enable us to make sure that we have a Moderator for your centre, we need your Exams Officer to supply estimated entries for all Cambridge Nationals units. These are submitted through Interchange. Make sure you use the correct entry option to identify the moderation method chosen.

Final entries

Make final unit and certification entries for your candidates via Interchange or A2C. For moderated units, make sure that you use the correct entry option to identify the moderation method chosen for each unit:

Option A: Moderation via the OCR Repository

Option B: Moderation by post.

If you have candidates who will have completed enough units to claim a qualification, you should make a certification entry for those candidates. Certification entries are free.

Please note: You do not have to register your candidates first – you just make unit and then certification entries (as for unitised GCSEs).

We’ll then send you mark sheets to return your marks, and details of your Moderator. We’ll also send you assessment materials for the examined units based on the entries we receive.

4SUBMIT YOUR MARKS Submit marks to OCR by the published submission date for your chosen moderation method. Marks can be returned using the paper mark sheets (MS1s) we send you, or via A2C or Interchange.

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Preparing for first teachingAdopting a new specification can appear daunting. There’s quite a lot of information to weigh up: the demands of the course, the quality of support, and the needs and expectations of teachers and students. Here’s some advice to help you make the best decision.

7 Steps to First Teaching

MAKE THE MOST OF THE OCR WEBSITEThe unit specifications will be available online. While the overall programme of study may be familiar, it’s important to check each unit specification to make sure that you’re happy with the learning outcomes, knowledge, understanding and skills.

TAKE A TOUR OF THE SAMPLE ASSESSMENTSThey give a clear idea about the type of tasks to be undertaken. OCR will provide model assignments for centre-assessed units (R102–R104, R106–R108, R110–R112 and R114–R116). They can be used directly or adapted to suit your needs.

MAKE GOOD MARKING DECISIONSThe specification contains information on performance indicators (which indicate the level of attainment associated with grades), marking criteria to support your marking decisions, a glossary of terms, and guidance on assessment.

GET SOCIALVisit our social media site (www.social.ocr.org.uk). By registering you will have FREE access to a dedicated platform where teachers can engage with each other – and OCR – to share best practice, offer guidance and access a range of support materials produced by other teachers such as lesson plans, presentations, videos and links to other helpful sites.

ENJOY SUPPORT AND GUIDANCEIt’s wise to review our Report to Centres for generic guidance and explore the summary of key issues from previous assessment series. These will be available on the OCR website once the qualifications have been through their first cycle of assessment.

GET GREAT TRAININGCheck www.cpdhub.ocr.org.uk to see if there is a convenient course available. OCR’s Professional Development courses are an excellent way to get practical advice on the best ways to deliver Cambridge Nationals.

EXPLORE EXTERNAL WEBSITESIt’s often worthwhile carrying out an internet search to see if there is any free or paid-for resource material available. But please always check that whatever material you incorporate into your teaching meets the qualification’s assessment requirements.

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