A system that transfers force using a fluid.

A system that transfers force using a compressed gas.

A rigid board that holds the components in place. It also includes tracks to complete the circuit.

A drawing that Engineers used to map out the position of electrical components in a circuit

A term used to describe the individual parts that make a cirucit work.

The way products are manufactured in industry

Changing the form of the material using tools and equipment. This process does not remove material.

A process where material is physically removed during manufacturing.

Bringing different parts of a project together

A way of preserving or enhancing the surface of the material

A material that is made of two or more metals, to get the desired properties.

A material removal process that is used to cut metal using a rotating cutting tool.

A moving element that gives motion

This is a term used to describe how a mechanism can amplify the force used in a system

A mechanism that helps transfer motion/movement

A mechanism that helps transfer motion/movement

A mechanism that helps transfer motion/movement

A mechanism that helps transfer motion/movement

The decision making and planning required to manufacture the final prototype

How the manufacturer ensures all products are manufactured to the same standard

Specific properties a material when being used to make something ie Strength

Creating a final solution ready to manufacture

A solution to the problem that you make

A process used to make a real world 3D version of an intended design.

The construction of the prototype

Computer aided design and computer aided manufacture

The key word in an exam question ie Analyse

A command word that requires you to look at both sides of a potential situation

Share what you know about what is being asked

Review something against criteria

A technical drawing to show the shape and size of your product formally

A visual representation of your final product

A record of manufacture, that uses text and photos to document the different stages of making.

Bringing different parts of a project together

Apply a suitable protective and/or decorative cover to a surface

How you keep to a set level of quality

A method of reviewing a products effectiveness

A review of a project and how it was completed including considering improvements

How you would alter your product to improve it after reviewing it

A real world test, that is carried out on a product.

A simulated test of a product on a computer.

Feedback about a product that has been used be the intended user.

This command word is used where you need to select from a list or point out some information.

This command word is used where you need to make a point and give a reason.

This command word is used where you need to consider different viewpoints or advantages and disadvantages

This command word is used when you need to provide a series or connected points.

This command word is used when you need to break something down and explore each section.

This command word is similar to discuss, but you must end with a justified choice.

A general problem area given by the exam board as a starting point

The chosen area that needs to be solved

The needs of a potential client for the product

Exploring the problem area to support later design work

Non examined assessment – creative design and manufacturing that is worth marks towards the final exam

A list of requirements that your solution should aim to be within