Page 4 - Focus Design Technology Resources 2025/2026
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Focus on
Metal
Based Materials
An in-depth examination of D&T Metal based materials
and the associated tools, machinery, processes and finishes.
50 Topics Covered Under These Headings:
• Selection of Materials or Components
• Forces and Stresses
• Ecological and Social Footprint
• Sources and Origins
• Working with Metal Materials
• Stock Forms, Types and Sizes
• Scales of Production
• Specialist Techniques and Processes
• Surface Treatments and Finishes
Addition Processes: Welding
Focus on
Polymer
Based Materials
An in-depth examination of D&T Polymer based materials
and the associated tools, machinery, processes and finishes.
50 Topics Covered Under These Headings:
• Selection of Materials or Components
• Forces and Stresses
• Ecological and Social Footprint
• Sources and Origins
• Working with Polymer Materials
• Stock Forms, Types and Sizes
• Scales of Production
• Specialist Techniques and Processes
• Surface Treatments and Finishes
These titles are included as part of
the DT Resource Pack on pages 10-11.
Stock Forms
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