Product Design

Exam Preparation Theory Workbook 2013-14

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Exam Style Practice Question on Materials

Question 1

0 1 Select four of the following material classifications.

Name a specific material for each classification and for each material suggest a suitable application and explain why it is appropriate. • Ferrous metal • Non-Ferrous metal • Hardwood• Thermoplastic • Thermosetting Plastic (14 marks)

Exam Tip: You are expected to make reference to a specific materials properties, recommend appropriate processing and identify an appropriate finish,

Exam Style Practice Question on Materials

Question 1

0 1 Select four of the following material classifications.

Name a specific material for each classification and for each material suggest a suitable application and explain why it is appropriate. • Composite Material• Elastomer• Ceramics • Papers and Boards• SMART materials• Modern materials

Exam Tip: You are expected to make reference to a specific materials properties, recommend appropriate processing and identify an appropriate finish,

(14 marks)

Exam Style Practice Question on Finishes

Question 1

0 1 For each of the following materials name a suitable finish, explain how it has been achieved and describe the purpose in a particular application. • Sheet aluminium • Planned square edge (P.S.E.) softwood• Mild steel• Sheet MDF

Your should use diagrams where necessary.

Exam Tip: You are given the material so find an appropriate finish and sketch out the process of finishing the material.

(4 x 7 marks)

Exam Style Practice Question on Finishes

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1 Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

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Figure 1: Metal park bench Figure 2: Wooden park bench

(2 x 14 marks)

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

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Figure 1: Metal Coffee Maker Figure 2: Ceramic Tea Pot

(2 x 14 marks)

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

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Figure 1: Plastic Drinks Bottle Figure 2: Plastic Bleach Bottle

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Plastic Chair with Metal Legs

Figure 2: Plastic Chair

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Metal Car Bonnet Figure 2: Metal Boat Propeller

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Metal Bowl Figure 2: Metal Spanner

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Plastic Guttering Figure 2: Plastic Plug Socket

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Plastic Bag Figure 2: Plastic Wheelie Bin

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Plastic Food Container Figure 2: Metal Bucket

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Plastic Laptop Stand Figure 2: Composite Canoe Hull

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Ceramic Bench Figure 2: Metal Drinks Can

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

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Figure 1: Printed Invitation Figure 2: Printed Bottle Label

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

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Figure 2: Postage Stamp

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Figure 1: High Gloss Printed Magazine

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Wooden Chair Figure 2: Wooden Cross

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Wooden Chest of Drawers (Draw) Figure 2: Wooden Box

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Question 1

0 1

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.

Page 1 of 2

Figure 1: Self Assembly Bookcase Figure 2: Self Assembly Table

(2 x 14 marks)

Study the photographs of the two products: • Figure • Figure 2

In each case explain how the designer has made use of specific materials in order to achieve the form and aesthetics of the product.

Exam Style Practice Question on Product Analysis, Materials, Processes and Finishes

Page 2 of 2

Exam Tip: You are expected to use notes

and diagrams. Make reference

to specific materials, processes

and finishes.