Engineering
The OCR Engineering course offers an exciting opportunity for students to delve into the world of design and innovation. Engineering design is fundamentally a process used to identify market opportunities and solve problems that ultimately contribute to the development of new products and systems.
Students taking this course will explore the process behind creating cutting-edge products. Key practical skills mastered include design specifications, technical drawings, and computer-aided design (CAD). The course is considered ideal for students aged 14 to 16 who seek a more hands-on and practical approach to learning, preparing them for the fast-paced world of engineering.
Students will be studying the processes involved in designing new engineered products and will learn how to develop a design specification. The course is designed to inspire confidence and equip students with skills relevant to the engineering sector. Specific content areas covered include the design process, types of drawings, influences on design, and the utilisation of CAD in Engineering. The Level 1/Level 2 Cambridge National in Engineering Design is composed of three units:
- R038: Principles of engineering design.
- R039: Communicating designs.
- R040: Design, evaluation and modelling.
The assessment methods vary across the units of study:
Unit R038 is assessed through a written paper.
Units R039 (Communicating designs) and R040 (Design, evaluation and modelling) are assessed through NEA (Non-Exam Assessment) units.
The course provides clear progression routes for students who complete it. Upon completion, students may advance to A Levels, apprenticeships, or further advanced vocational qualifications at Level 3.
