Cambridge A Level Design and Technology 9705 — 2009 Oct/Nov Paper 1 · Variant 1

This document consists of 11 printed pages and 1 blank page. DCA SJF5062/TC 11636/6 © UCLES 2009 [Turn over UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS General Certificate of Education Advanced Subsidiary Level and Advanced Level READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST If you have been given an Answer Booklet, follow the instructions on the front cover of the Booklet. Write your name, Centre number and candidate number on all the work you hand in. Write in dark blue or black pen. You may use a soft pencil, or coloured pencils/pens as appropriate, for any diagrams, graphs or rough working. Do not use staples, paper clips, highlighters, glue or correction fluid. Section A Answer one question on the Answer Booklet/A4 Paper provided. Section B Answer one question on the Answer Booklet/A4 Paper provided. Section C Answer one question on plain A3 paper. Use both sides of the paper. You may request additional sheets of A3 paper, but only if you have used up both sides of each of the 3 sheets provided. You are advised to spend 30 minutes on each of Sections A and B and 2 hours on Section C. At the end of the examination, fasten all your work securely together. The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part question. All dimensions are in millimetres. * 3 2 2 9 8 0 1 3 1 9 * DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 9705/11 Paper 1 October/November 2009 3 hours Additional Materials: Answer Booklet/A4 Paper A3 Drawing Paper (3 sheets) Extra sheets of A3 drawing paper for candidates who have used up both sides of their 3 sheets A range of design drawing equipment www.xtremepapers.net

2 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 Section A Answer one question from this section on the Answer Booklet/A4 paper provided. 1 Fig. 1 shows a spatula, for using on a barbecue, which is to be made in a school workshop. 315 90 Part A Part B Fig. 1 (a) Name a suitable sheet material for making part A of the design and give one reason for your choice. [2] (b) Use notes and sketches to describe: (i) how part A could be cut out and the edges of the sheet material finished and polished; [6] (ii) how the holes in part A could be marked out with the aid of a template and then drilled; [6] (iii) how part A could be joined to part B. [6] You must give details about the tools, equipment and processes involved and the safety precautions that have to be undertaken at each stage. www.xtremepapers.net

3 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 [Turn over 2 Fig. 2 shows a storage rack for books and magazines, which is to be made in a school workshop. 350 200 200 Part B Part A Fig. 2 (a) Name a suitable manufactured wooden sheet material for making the rack and give one reason for your choice. [2] (b) Use notes and sketches to describe: (i) how the sides could be cut out and the edges of the sheet material finished and smoothed; [6] (ii) how the sides could be joined to parts A and B so that they could be easily removed; [6] (iii) how a painted finish could be applied to the rack. [6] You must give details about the tools, equipment and processes involved and the safety precautions that have to be taken at each stage. www.xtremepapers.net

4 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 3 Fig. 3 shows a leaflet holder, which is to be made in a school workshop. 240 170 Part A Part B 150 140 140 Fig. 3 (a) State a suitable thickness of card for making the leaflet holder and give one reason for your choice. [2] (b) The leaflet holder is to be made in two parts, A and B. Use notes and sketches to describe: (i) how the two parts could slot together without the use of glue or other additional materials; [6] (ii) how a stencil could be made and used to add the logo to the front of the leaflet holder. [6] (c) Sketch, to an appropriate scale, the development (net) required to make part B. [6] You must give details about the tools, equipment and processes involved and the safety precautions that may have to be taken at each stage. www.xtremepapers.net

5 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 [Turn over Section B Answer one question from this section on the Answer Booklet/A4 paper provided. 4 Fig. 4 shows a range of frame designs that could be used for an office desk. B C A Part X Part Y Fig. 4 (a) Explain the purpose of parts X and Y in design C. [2] (b) Describe two problems with design B. [4] (c) Explain how the two problems that you have identified in (b) could be overcome. [6] (d) Discuss how a designer would need to consider ergonomics and anthropometric data when designing an office desk. Your answer should: (i) analyse the given situation and identify three relevant issues raised by the question; [3] (ii) explain why you consider these three issues to be relevant; [3] (iii) contain specific examples/evidence as support for your conclusions. [2] www.xtremepapers.net

6 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 5 Fig. 5 shows a design for packaging an MP3 player. Fold Glue Development (net) for packaging Assembled packaging X Fig. 5 (a) Explain the function of the design feature shown at X. [2] (b) Describe two problems with the design. [4] (c) Explain how the two problems you have identified in (b) could be overcome. [6] (d) Discuss the merits of using CAD (computer aided design) to model and test designs for packaging on a computer screen before manufacturing begins. Your answer should: (i) analyse the given situation and identify three relevant issues raised by the question; [3] (ii) explain why you consider these issues to be relevant; [3] (iii) contain specific examples/evidence as support for your conclusions. [2] www.xtremepapers.net

7 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 [Turn over 6 Fig. 6 shows a design for a desk, most of which is made from MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard). X End of Desk Fig. 6 (a) Explain the purpose of the design feature shown at X. [2] (b) Fig. 7 shows an alternative design that was considered for the end of the desk. Fig. 7 Describe two problems with the design shown in Fig. 7. [4] (c) Explain how the two problems you have identified in (b) could be overcome. [6] (d) Discuss why manufactured materials such as MDF have, to a large extent, replaced solid timber in the production of furniture. Your answer should: (i) analyse the given situation and identify three relevant issues raised by the question; [3] (ii) explain why you consider these three issues to be relevant; [3] (iii) contain specific examples/evidence as support for your conclusions. [2] www.xtremepapers.net

8 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 Section C Answer one question from this section on the plain A3 paper provided. You are provided with three sheets of plain A3 paper. You should use both sides of the paper. Each of the five parts (a) – (e) of the question that you choose to answer should take up one side of paper. When you are asked to develop a design you must show, using sketches and notes, the development and evaluation of a range of ideas into a single design proposal. The design proposal should be annotated to give details about materials, joining methods and important sizes. 7 Fig. 8 shows an incomplete idea for a drawing desk. Top adjusts from horizontal to various angles 1000 1000 1000 Fig. 8 (a) Using notes and sketches, develop a design which allows the height of the desk to be adjusted so that the top can be fixed at different heights. [16] (b) Using notes and sketches, develop a design which allows the top of the desk to be adjusted and fixed at different angles. [16] (c) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for a storage tray to hold drawing equipment which could be attached to the drawing desk. [16] (d) Using notes and sketches, develop a design which allows the storage tray to be attached and easily removed from the drawing desk. [16] (e) Produce a pictorial rendered drawing of the complete desk which shows all of the features that you have designed in (a) – (d). [16] www.xtremepapers.net

9 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 [Turn over 8 Fig. 9 shows the main structure of an architectural model of a house. Most of the model is made from card. 300 C 200 400 Fig. 9 (a) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for a pitched roof and chimney for the house. It must be possible to remove and replace the roof. [16] (b) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for a staircase for the house. [16] (c) Using notes and sketches, develop designs for a front door and the windows to go on the front of the house. The door and windows must open and close. [16] (d) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for a garage attached to side C of the house. The garage door must open and close. [16] (e) Produce a pictorial, cut-away rendered drawing of the complete model house which shows all of the features that you have designed in (a) – (d). [16] www.xtremepapers.net

10 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 9 Figs 10 and 11 show an incomplete idea for a table top game. 12 mm diameter balls are propelled up the chute on the right-hand side of the board. As each ball rolls down the board there are various scoring holes and areas that it can go in. Each player has six balls with which to score as many points as possible. Scoring hole Points scored Sides 45 mm high 25 mm pins Push rod Area for mechanism Trigger Scoring area Chute Base board made from 9 mm plywood 450 mm 300 mm Fig. 10 www.xtremepapers.net

11 9705/11/O/N/09 © UCLES 2009 Board adjusts from horizontal position to various angles Fig. 11 (a) At the bottom of the board a mechanism is required to flip balls back up the board to try to score more points. The mechanism is operated by the push rod on the side of the board. Using notes and sketches, develop a design for the mechanism. [16] (b) When the trigger at the bottom of the board is pulled back and released it propels a ball up the chute. Using notes and sketches, develop a design for the trigger mechanism. [16] (c) Using notes and sketches, develop a design which allows six 12 mm diameter balls to be stored so that they do not fall off the board when it is picked up and carried around. [16] (d) Using notes and sketches, develop a design which allows the board to be adjusted and fixed at different angles. [16] (e) Produce a pictorial, cut-away rendered drawing of the complete game which shows all of the features that you have designed in (a) – (d). Do not include the pins and holes. [16] www.xtremepapers.net

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UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level and GCE Advanced Level MARK SCHEME for the October/November 2009 question paper for the guidance of teachers 9705 DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 9705/11 Paper 11 (Written 1), maximum raw mark 120 This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have considered the acceptability of alternative answers. Mark schemes must be read in conjunction with the question papers and the report on the examination. • CIE will not enter into discussions or correspondence in connection with these mark schemes. CIE is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2009 question papers for most IGCSE, GCE Advanced Level and Advanced Subsidiary Level syllabuses and some Ordinary Level syllabuses. www.xtremepapers.net

Page 2 Mark Scheme: Teachers’ version Syllabus Paper GCE A/AS LEVEL – October/November 2009 9705 11 © UCLES 2009 1 (a) (i) Suitable sheet material named e.g. stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel (1) Suitable reason for choice given e.g easy to clean, can withstand heat (1) [2] (b) (i) Cutting and finishing described (0–3) Details of tools, equipment and safety precautions (if appropriate) (0–3) [6] (ii) use of template and drilling process described (0–3) Details of tools, equipment and safety precautions (if appropriate) (0–3) [6] (iii) Joining of method described (0–3) Details of tools, equipment and safety precautions (if appropriate) (0–3) [6] [Total: 20] 2 (a) Suitable material named e.g. plywood, MDF (1) Suitable reason for choice given e.g. easily shaped, low cost, good surface for painting (1) [2] (b) (i) Cutting and finishing described (0–3) Details of tools, equipment and safety precautions (if appropriate) (0–3) [6] (ii) Joining of method described (0–3) Details of tools, equipment and safety precautions (if appropriate) (0–3) [6] (iii) Applying painted finish described (0–3) Details of tools, equipment and safety precautions (if appropriate) (0–3) [6] [Total: 20] 3 (a) Suitable thickness stated e.g. 1 – 2 mm, 1000 – 2000 microns (1) Suitable reason for choice given e.g. related to strength /stability of material and its ability to support weight of leaflets (1) [2] (b) (i) Appropriate slots shown in part B (0–2) Method shows how given slots in part A slot into part B (1) Slot and tab to fix base in place (1) Clear description of method (0–2) [6] (ii) Making and using stencil described (0–3) Details of tools, equipment and safety precautions (0–3) [6] (c) Appropriate scale used (1) Front (1) Sides (0–2) Base (1) Slots and tab (1) [6] [Total: 20] www.xtremepapers.net

Page 3 Mark Scheme: Teachers’ version Syllabus Paper GCE A/AS LEVEL – October/November 2009 9705 11 © UCLES 2009 Section B 4 (a) Appropriate explanation e.g. related to improved stability and providing support for top frame (0–2) [2] (b) Problem 1 described (0–2) Problem 2 described (0–2) [4] e.g. problems related to poor stability and weak support for top (c) Explanation of how problem 1 could be overcome (0–3) Explanation of how problem 2 could be overcome (0–3) [6] e.g. making bottom frame larger, adding additional support for top (d) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues / points identified (0–3) Explanation of why issues / points are considered relevant (0–3) Specific example or evidence used to support answer (0–2) [8] [Total: 20] 5 (a) Appropriate explanation e.g. related to enabling packaging to hang from a display rack (0–2) [2] (b) Problem 1 described (0–2) Problem 2 described (0–2) [4] e.g. related to packaging not hanging straight and poor security for MP3 player (c) Explanation of how problem 1 could be overcome (0–3) Explanation of how problem 2 could be overcome (0–3) [6] e.g. solutions related to moving position of hanging slot so that packaging will balance. Packaging is secured by gluing or shrink wrapping. (d) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues / points identified (0–3) Explanation of why issues / points are considered relevant (0–3) Specific example or evidence used to support answer (0–2) [8] [Total: 20] 6 (a) Appropriate explanation e.g. enables parts to be assembled and disassembled (0–2) [2] (b) Problem 1 described (0–2) Problem 2 described (0–2) [4] e.g. problems related to small are for attaching top and rail, poor stability www.xtremepapers.net

Page 4 Mark Scheme: Teachers’ version Syllabus Paper GCE A/AS LEVEL – October/November 2009 9705 11 © UCLES 2009 (c) Explanation of how problem 1 could be overcome (0–3) Explanation of how problem 2 could be overcome (0–3) [6] e.g. solutions related to adding rails to attach / support top Changing design to give more surface area in contact with the floor and possible top (d) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues / points identified (0–3) Explanation of why issues / points are considered relevant (0–3) Specific example or evidence used to support answer (0–2) [8] [Total: 20] Section C 7 (a) One pre-conceived idea presented (0–3) OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single design proposal which would appear to work but lacks some technical details (4–7) OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single design proposal that includes sufficient technical details to show that the proposed solution would clearly work (8–10) Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes (0–3) Evaluation (reasons for selection) (0–3) [16] (b) As for part (a) [16] (c) As for part (a) [16] (d) As for part (a) [16] (e) The drawing will exhibit a reasonable standard of outcome an show some of the required design features (0–3) OR The drawing will exhibit a good standard of outcome and show the design (4–7) features required to make the product function as intended OR The drawing will be completed to a high standard of outcome and fully show (8–10) the design features required to make the product function as intended Some use made of colour and tone to enhance the visual impact of the drawing (0–2) OR Good use has been made of the colour and tone to enhance the visual impact of the drawing (3–4) OR Very good use has been made of colour, tone and material representation to enhance the visual impact of the drawing (5–6) [16] [Total: 80] Questions 8 and 9 as for Question 7 www.xtremepapers.net