DT Department
Pass Rates (GCSE 2008)
A* - C = 34.2% (ave)
A* - G = 94.8% (ave)
Oakdale's Design Technology Department have experienced many successes. Links with Industry have played a prominent role in promoting the department within the school and the local community raising its status as a relevant option amongst the pupils. Food Technology visits to Braces and McDonalds were very enlightening.
In July 2006 we won the Rotary Club Young Technologist and were runners up in the Young Chefs Rotary Club 2006.
As a department we have been involved in trailing new CD ROMs with the BNF/ FSA and Ulster University, which provides opportunities for pupils to access new interactive computer software. Our pupils were invited to the Welsh Assembly to
participate in the Welsh Youth Food Assembly where they met pupils from other schools.
Schemes of Work
The catering industry - Types of outlets
Food and Beverage
Practical work- Scones, rubbed-in cakes, creamed & whisked cakes
Vocational Opportunities within the Industry
Safety at work
Health and Hygiene - Food Poisoning, Working practices
Practical work mixed with the theory - Pastry Dishes
Nutrition
Meat
Commodities - fish, eggs, dairy, vegetables, fruit, rice, pasta, bread
Meal planning
Costing
Food production
Kitchen design and equipment
Technological Developments
Packaging and labelling
Computer application within catering establishments
Work experience
Coursework 20%
Practical course work Part 1 [15%] Must take place in the first part of the course summer term
Practical coursework Part 2 [25%] Must be completed during the latter part of the Spring term in the final year.
[Possible visit of a moderator]
OTHER CATERING COMMITMENTS TO BE SLOTTED IN AS REQUIRED
Reccomended reads \ websites
www.technology.org.uk/indust.htm
Past papers (Contact the Department for a copy)