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AQA GCSE (9-1) Engineering – online

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Our  AQA GCSE Engineering  online course introduces students to a host of new technologies, helping them to gain practical skills and understanding to inspire a lifelong interest in engineering. The course will provide you with a taste of the real working world as well as an opportunity to explore the engineering sector, so you can figure out whether it’s right for you.

But as with any subject,  there’s more than meets the eye.  There is a lot more to GCSE engineering, and plenty to learn from taking the course.

If you study GCSE engineering you will learn about a variety of processes. These include how to create design briefs, how businesses convert design briefs to design specifications, and the application of technology to manufacturing.

Some of the main aims and objectives of this GCSE are to understand emerging technologies, learn about proper health and safety procedures, and be mindful of sustainable development.

Essentially there’s little you won’t do in GCSE engineering, so if you do end up in an engineering-based career you’ll be familiar with a lot of the basic procedures. Also to  prepare you for a future career in engineering and therefore everything on the course is relevant to the industry.

The AQA GCSE Engineering online course will particularly appeal to those who enjoy being creative, with an affinity for drawing, design, maths and problem-solving.

The AQA GCSE Engineering  online course is enhanced with lessons with a bank of resources, interactive tests and activities.  The course focuses on strands of learning within the curriculum to improve progression throughout, offering a seamless progression.

Our online course is delivered via our online learning platform as this provides learners with a dynamic and engaging experience.

We provide learning resources that focus on assessment objectives and are organised by topic, allowing you to use them alongside our scheme of work.

The online course measures progression and assesses understanding with;

• Enables students to build, apply and review their understanding with worksheets and Quick Quizzes..
• Ensure understanding of the key concepts for the main topics with appropiate presentations.
• Provides complete specification coverage with a list of learning objectives.

This online course  has been designed specifically to be studied online in your own time, at your own pace.

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Course contents.

The course is structured into bite-sized parts:

Engineering materials

• Materials and their properties
• Material costs and supply
• Factors infuencing design of solutions

Engineering manufacturing processes

• Additive manufacturing
• Material removal
• Casting and moulding
• Joining and assembly
• Heat and chemical treatment
• Surface fnishing
• Mechanical systems
• Electrical systems
• Electronic systems
• Structural systems
• Pneumatic systems

Testing and investigation

• Modelling and calculating
• Aerodynamics

The impact of modern technologies

• The use of new and emerging technologies
• The impact of engineering industries

Practical engineering skills

• Solve problems through a logical, systematic approach.
• Analyse and evaluate existing solutions to problems.
• Produce and work to a series of engineering drawings or schematics
• Design a range of tests to assess the fitness for purpose and performance of a completed product.

There are no previous entry requirements for this course, however students are expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.

This is a Linear specification. Linear means that students will sit all their exams and submit all their non-exam assessment at the end of the course

To achieve a GCSE in Engineering you will be assessed across all units. There are 1 paper-based examinations and practical assessments to achieve this.

Course Duration

You will have 1 year to complete the full GCSE Engineering  online course from the date you start the course. You will be able to study at your own pace and in your own time

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Study Method

This course enables you to study for a GCSE in Engineering by online learning.  Full tutor support is available via email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of the practical assessment and exams, you will receive a GCSE in Engineering. The awarding body is AQA.

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GCSE engineering

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• GCSE Engineering

As engineers, we were going to be in a position to change the world – not just study it.

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Why do we teach this course?

Engineering is a large and growing sector of employment in the UK with almost half a million people currently working as engineers in the UK, and millions more worldwide. It is an interesting, and well-paid job with opportunities across the globe in a wide range of disciplines.

What will I study

The engineering GCSE course is divided into 6 units:

• Engineering materials
• Engineering manufacturing processes
• Mechanical and electronic systems
• Testing and evaluation
• The impact of modern technologies
• Practical engineering skills

You will complete theory and practical sessions to help you build your knowledge and skills in the different areas.

How will I be assessed?

60% of your grade will be based on an exam at the end of the course. 40% of your grade will come from a piece of extended coursework where you will design and manufacture a product that uses both electrical and mechanical systems to solve a given problem. It is one of the few GCSEs that still include coursework that counts towards your grade.

What are my options after GCSE?

After the GCSE course, you can choose to continue to study engineering at Level 3, both as a single or double option at BMAT STEM Academy. Many students often choose to combine this course with Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Design courses. You could also choose to study a full-time engineering or construction course at college, or take up an apprenticeship. Engineering is offered by a large number of UK and international universities, and increasingly, companies are offering degree apprenticeships where you work and study while being paid. There are not enough engineers in the UK so you are almost guaranteed employment in an engineering sector.

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GCSE in Engineering

Exam Board: AQA Syllabus Code: 8852

The course requires students to be confident in Mathematics. We would recommend that students opting for this subject have the potential to achieve a grade 7 or over in IGCSE Mathematics. Additionally, an enjoyment of Physics and an understanding of basic computer programming and/or computational thinking would be highly beneficial.

What will I learn?

The GCSE in Engineering will require students to develop subject knowledge, skills and understanding that allow them to solve engineering problems in an informed way. Students will be given access to technologies, materials and engineering processes that may well be new to them. Students will put theory into practice, solving engineering problems through the application of mathematical principles and computer modelling/simulation to produce carefully considered manufactured outcomes, which showcase essential practical skills.

The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to:

• engage in a range of intellectual and practical processes in order to solve problems through the production of engineered outcomes
• develop knowledge and understanding of materials, components and resources relating to engineering
• draw on skills and understanding of materials, processes and techniques in order to engineer products which provide a functioning solution in response to a given brief
• develop an understanding of how emerging technologies (in areas such as materials science, IT and communications, energy, medicine and robotics) have changed and will continue to change the way in which engineered products are made and used
• develop an understanding of health and safety procedures and be able to carry out practical activities in a safe way
• develop an awareness and understanding of the impact of engineering on the environment and sustainable development
• apply their knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts in an engineering related context

The specification of the course will provide students with content in:

• Engineering materials
• Engineering manufacturing processes
• Systems (mechanical, electrical, structural, pneumatic, hydraulic)
• Testing and investigation
• The impact of modern technologies
• Application of practical engineering skills

The GCSE consists of:

• A non-examined assessment based on a given brief set by AQA (40% weighting). The student will be expected to engineer a working prototype to a problem using both a mechanical and an electronic solution
• a 2 hour externally assessed written exam paper at the end of Year 11 (60% weighting)

Approximately half the lessons will be used for classroom-based theory work.

Students will be expected to attend additional after school sessions and a few Saturday mornings in Year 11

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Which GCSEs Have Coursework?

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If you’re currently trying to decide which GCSEs you should take, it’s important to know whether the option you’re considering will involve coursework. Coursework is a useful way of showing your ability outside of taking written exams. Coursework can allow you to: take more responsibility for what you study, study a topic in more depth, and have more control over the pace at which you study.

To understand which subjects involve coursework and learn the percentage of coursework and exams in these subjects, keep reading this article.

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Do GCSEs still have coursework?

After new education plans were introduced in 2015, most GCSEs no longer include any coursework that count towards students’ final grades. Before this, there would be coursework tasks even in subjects such as maths and English.

In some subjects coursework was done through long written tasks, whereas in maths this was done through a handling data project and an applying mathematics task. In English Language, 40% of the end grade used to be from coursework. This was through assessment of speaking, listening and written assignments.

Despite the recent changes to the GCSE system, all creative and practical subjects do still have some level of coursework. This is because in certain subjects, like Art for example, coursework is necessary for students to demonstrate their talent at particular skills. The subjects that have coursework are Food Preparation & Nutrition, Drama, Art, Music, DT (Design Technology), and PE (Physical education).

What percentage of creative or practical GCSEs is coursework?

No GCSE is currently 100% coursework. There will always be some weighting placed on final exams. All of these final exams are written, apart from Art which is instead a creative project done under time pressure.

Also, it’s important to note that for the same subject, different exam boards may require different amounts of coursework. Make sure to find out which exam board your school uses for the particular subject you’re considering. If your school offers IGCSEs, have a read of this Think Student article to understand the difference between them and normal GCSEs.

Have a look at the table below which has information outlining what percentage of the GCSEs are coursework and exams. This data is from AQA’s website .

In each of these subjects, the type of task to be completed for coursework is completely different. Most exam boards refer to coursework as a non-exam assessment (NEA).  

What does GCSE coursework involve?

In the Food Preparation and Nutrition GCSE, the non-exam assessment mainly consists of a cooking practical. Students will have to prepare, cook and present a final menu of three dishes. The students will then have to write a report about their work and include photographic evidence. To find out more about the Food Preparation and Nutrition course, visit the AQA page .

For the coursework in Drama, there are two different components. One involves performing a group devised mini play and keeping a log of the creation process. The other involves performing two extracts from a play. To find out more about GCSE Drama, visit the AQA page .

In GCSE Art, the coursework component consists of selecting and presenting a portfolio representative of their course of study. The portfolio must include one main project as well as a selection of other work from activities such as experiments, skills-based workshops, or responses to gallery visits. To find out more about GCSE Art, visit the AQA page .

In GCSE Music, students must do both an ensemble performance and a solo performance using the instrument of their choice (which can be voice). They must also create two different music compositions. To find out more about GCSE Music, visit the AQA page .

For coursework in GCSE DT, students must design and produce a product. This will involve investigating design possibilities, planning, creating their idea, and evaluating the end result. At school, students will have to use special equipment such as machines and saws. To find out more about GCSE DT, visit the AQA page .

For coursework in GCSE PE, students will be assessed through their performance in three different sports or physical activities of their choice. One has to be a team activity, one an individual activity, and the third either a team or individual activity. Students will also be assessed on their analysis and evaluation of their improvements in performance.  To find out more about GCSE PE, visit the AQA page .

Does GCSE Science have coursework?

GCSE Science doesn’t involve any graded coursework. However, there is a list of required practicals that students are supposed to complete. These science practicals will involve following instructions set out by the teacher to investigate materials or scientific principles.  Students will often have to write up the method and conclusion. It’s important that students try their best to understand these practicals as there will be questions about them that are worth several marks in the exams.

Does GCSE English have coursework?

GCSE English technically doesn’t have any coursework that has a weighting on the final grade. However, in English Language there’s a compulsory spoken language assessment that isn’t done at the same time as normal GCSE exams. It’s reported as a separate grade (either Pass, Merit, Distinction or Not Classified) and doesn’t contribute to the result of the GCSE English Language qualification. To learn more about the spoken language assessment, have a look at this AQA page .

For English Literature, despite there not being any coursework tasks, there are of course novels and poems that students need to become familiar with in order to pass the GCSE. This will have to be done throughout Year 10 and Year 11. Students might be set the homework of reading a couple of chapters for example.

What are some tips for completing GCSE coursework?

If you’re deciding to do one or multiple GCSE subjects that involve coursework, it’s crucial that you can be organised enough to complete them to the best possible standard. As seen from the table shown previously, coursework makes up a significant proportion of the final grade. To have the best chance at getting a high grade, you’ll need to put an adequate amount of time into the task and not treat it as trivial.

In GCSE Art in particular, there is a lot of work that will need to be completed throughout the two-year course. A lot of homework will end up being graded for coursework as they will go in your portfolio. GCSE Art is often said to be one of the most stressful GCSEs because of this constant pressure of getting work done on time out of school.

If you love art and want to continue studying it, it’s important to manage your time well and not post-pone completing tasks until the last minute. As soon as you start getting behind with work that needs completing, that’s when you’ll really start to struggle and make things harder for yourself. If you want to learn how to get a good grade in GCSE Art in general, check out this Think Student article .

Make sure that you always note down what you’ve got to get done and by what date. This could be in a physical planner, on an app on your phone, or on a digital calendar. Perhaps set a specific time each weekend to complete any remaining work that you didn’t manage to get done during the week. If you remain on schedule, you’ll significantly reduce any stress plus you’ll have a higher chance of producing your best quality work.

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GCSE Engineering

• Specification
• Teaching resources
• Assessment resources
• Introduction
• Specification at a glance
• 3.1 Engineering materials
• 3.2 Engineering manufacturing processes
• 3.3 Systems
• 3.4 Testing and investigation
• 3.5 The impact of modern technologies
• 3.6 Practical engineering skills
• Scheme of assessment
• Non-exam assessment administration
• General administration
• Appendix 1: Mathematical understanding

Subject content

The subject content is split into six sections. This subject content should be taught within a range of realistic contexts based around the major themes in the specification. To gain the most from the specification, sections will benefit from being taught holistically. For example, the properties of particular materials could be taught in a practical environment.

The subject content is presented in three columns. The left-hand column contains the specification content that all students must cover, and that is assessed in the written papers and/or NEA. The central column gives additional information that teachers require to ensure that their students study the topic in appropriate depth and, where appropriate, gives teachers the parameters in which the subject will be assessed.

Students must also demonstrate mathematical knowledge and understanding, in relation to engineering. The right-hand column throughout this section illustrates where the maths skills and knowledge can be applied to the wider engineering content.

The mathematical skills and knowledge as required by the DfE, are set out in Appendix 1: Mathematical understanding of this document.

Non-exam assessment (NEA) outlines what students must produce for the NEA, and the marking criteria.

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