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* 9 1 0 3 6 1 7 2 3 8 * This document consists of 13 printed pages and 3 blank pages. DC (ST/JG) 136776/3 © UCLES 2017 [Turn over Cambridge International Examinations Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 9705/12 Paper 1 October/November 2017 3 hours Additional Materials: Answer Booklet/A4 Paper A3 Drawing Paper (2 sheets) Extra sheets of A3 drawing paper for candidates who have used up both sides of their 2 sheets A range of design drawing equipment READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST If you have been given an Answer Booklet, follow the instructions on the front cover of the Booklet. Write your answers and working on the separate Answer Booklet/Paper provided. 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 an HB pencil, or coloured pencils/pens as appropriate, for any diagrams, graphs or rough working. Do not use staples, paper clips, glue or correction fluid. DO NOT WRITE IN ANY BARCODES. 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 2 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.

2 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 Section A Answer one question from this section on the Answer Booklet/A4 paper provided. 1 Fig. 1 gives details about a table lamp which is to be made in a school workshop. The base will be made from cast aluminium. this part screws into the M8 threaded hole in the base M8 threaded hole lamp base overall size 150 × 100 × 35 Fig. 1 (a) Give two reasons why aluminium would be a suitable metal for casting the base. [2] (b) Use notes and sketches to describe: (i) how the pattern required to cast the base could be made; [6] (ii) how the base could be cast; [6] (iii) how the M8 threaded hole in the base could be made. [6] You must give details about the tools, equipment and processes involved and the safety precautions that have to be undertaken at each stage.

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4 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 2 Fig. 2 gives details about a mechanical greeting card. A batch of twenty of these cards will be made in a school workshop. As the tab is pulled and pushed, the dog’s ears move. (a) Use a sketch and notes, to explain how many A5 cards could be printed on an A3 sheet. [2] (b) Use notes and sketches to describe: (i) how the lettering and the drawing of the dog could be produced and printed onto A3 sheets of card; [6] (ii) how the slots in the greeting card could be made; [2] (iii) how the ears could be made and then attached to the greeting card; [4] (iv) how the linkage mechanism could be made and then attached to both the greeting card and the ears. [6] You must give details about the tools, equipment and processes involved and the safety precautions that have to be undertaken at each stage. Have a good party !! lettering and drawing of dog produced and printed on card

5 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 [Turn over Have a good party !! Have a good party !! 135 × 20 80 × 20 80 × 20 glue tab guide linkage mechanism fits on back of card as the tab is pulled and pushed the dog’s ears move completed greeting card ears made and attached to card slots made in card glue tab guide mechanism is made and fitted to back of card glue holes for pivots Key Fig. 2

6 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 3 Fig. 3 gives details about a child’s constructional toy. The six wooden pieces fit together to make a model of a skyscraper. part A part D (2 off) part B (2 off) assembled model of a skyscraper part C Ø6 Ø3 20 35 145 110 30 60 50 5 10 20 30 part A 20 10 part B part C hole goes right through Y X Fig. 3 (a) State suitable dimensions for X and Y on part C. [2] (b) Use notes and sketches to describe how: (i) part A could be made; [6] (ii) part B could be made; [6] (iii) part C could be made. [6] You must give details about the tools, equipment and processes involved and the safety precautions that have to be undertaken at each stage.

7 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 [Turn over Section B Answer one question from this section on the Answer Booklet/A4 paper provided. 4 Fig. 4 shows part of a disc sander. The disc sander will be fixed to the floor in a school workshop. abrasive disc on/off switch X detachable safety guard disc sander will be firmly fixed to floor Fig. 4 (a) Explain the function of the pipe shown at X. [2] (b) Identify and describe two problems with the design of the disc sander that make it unsafe to use. [4] (c) Using notes and sketches, explain how the design would need to be changed to overcome the two problems you have identified in part (b). [6] (d) Discuss the safety features on a variety of machines used by students in a school workshop and how these features help to avoid accidents. 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 to support your conclusions. [2]

8 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 5 Fig. 5 gives details about a perfume bottle and its packaging. The packaging consists of two parts, an insert and a sleeve into which the insert slides. 220 140 80 20 140 220 X insert development (net) for insert sleeve perfume bottle 80 × 80 × 20 Fig. 5

9 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 [Turn over (a) Explain the function of the design feature shown at X. [2] (b) Identify and describe two problems with the development (net) required to make the insert. [4] (c) Using notes and sketches, explain how the development (net) would need to be changed to overcome the two problems you have identified in part (b). [6] (d) Discuss how the colours and surface finishes used on packaging can influence the sales of a product. 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 to support your conclusions. [2]

10 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 6 Fig. 6 shows a design for a table and seats which will be located in a park or other public space. Details are also given about wheelchair sizes. 450 tops of table and seats made from perforated metal table 1150 × 1150 × 750H seat 1150 × 300 × 450H 750 750 1220 wheelchair sizes Fig. 6 (a) Explain why perforated metal is a material that is often used in the manufacture of outdoor furniture. [2] (b) Identify and describe two problems with the design that would make it difficult for a person in a wheelchair to use the table. [4] (c) Using notes and sketches, explain how the design would need to be changed to overcome the two problems you have identified in part (b). [6] (d) Discuss how and why designers need to gather information about the needs of different user groups before they start to design a product. 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 to support your conclusions. [2]

11 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 [Turn over Section C Answer one question from this section on the plain A3 paper provided. You are provided with two sheets of plain A3 paper. You should use both sides of the paper. Each of the four parts (a) – (d) of the question you choose to answer should take up one side of paper. When you are asked to develop a design you must show, using notes and sketches, 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. 7 shows an incomplete design for a student’s desk. part of the top can be adjusted and fixed at different angles top of desk size 900 × 500 Fig. 7 (a) Using notes and sketches, develop a design which supports the top of the desk at a height of 750 mm. [20] (b) Using notes and sketches, develop a design which allows part of the top of the desk to be adjusted and fixed at different angles. [20] (c) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for three drawers that will fit under the desk. Your design must include details about how the drawers will be attached to the main structure of the desk. [20] (d) Produce a pictorial rendered drawing of the complete desk which shows all of the features that you have designed in parts (a) – (c). [20]

12 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 8 Fig. 8 shows an incomplete idea for a folder to hold A2 sheets of paper. The folder will be made from thin corrugated plastic sheet. 440 60 620 folder made from 3 mm thick corrugated plastic top and part of front of folder opens Fig. 8 (a) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for the folder. The folder must be made from a one piece development (net) which is held together without the use of glue. Your design must include details of the one piece development (net) required to make the folder. [20] (b) Using notes and sketches, develop designs that: (i) allow the folder to be carried; (ii) keep the folder securely closed. [20] (c) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for the lettering to go on the folder. This will be the words ‘Graphic Design’ and the lettering should be in a style that reflects this name. [20] (d) Produce a pictorial rendered drawing of the complete folder which shows all of the features that you have designed in parts (a) – (c). [20]

13 9705/12/O/N/17 © UCLES 2017 9 Fig. 9 shows an incomplete idea for a wind powered mechanical toy dog. mouth opens and closes tail rotates dog overall size approximately 150 × 120 × 80 open sided box overall size approximately 220 × 120 × 100 wind powered design attaches to end of shaft mechanism attached to rotating shaft continues down to attach to a free standing base ground level 1750 Fig. 9 (a) Using notes and sketches, develop a design that will make the shaft rotate when the wind blows. [20] (b) Using notes and sketches, develop designs for the open sided box, the dog and the mechanism that will be attached to the shaft to make the parts of the dog move as shown in Fig. 9. [20] (c) Using notes and sketches, develop a design for a free standing base that will support the mechanical toy at a height of 1750 mm. [20] (d) Produce a pictorial rendered drawing of the complete wind powered mechanical toy that shows all of the features you have designed in parts (a) – (c). [20]

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® IGCSE is a registered trademark. This document consists of 6 printed pages. © UCLES 2017 [Turn over Cambridge Assessment International Education Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 9705/12 Paper 1 October/November 2017 MARK SCHEME Maximum Mark: 120 Published 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 should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for Teachers. Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes. Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2017 series for most Cambridge IGCSE®, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

9705/12 Cambridge International AS/A Level – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED October/November 2017 © UCLES 2017 Page 2 of 6 Section A Question Answer Marks 1(a) Each appropriate reason 1 mark, e.g.: (0–2) • fairly low melting point, • Easy to cast, • Cuts and machines easily • Can be polished to a bright finish 2 1(b)(i) Appropriate process for making the pattern described (0–3) Details of appropriate tools, equipment and safety precautions (0–3) 6 1(b)(ii) Appropriate casting method described (0–3) Details of appropriate tools, equipment and safety precautions (0–3) 6 1(b)(iii) Appropriate threading process described (0–3) Details of appropriate tools, equipment and safety precautions, e.g.: (0–3) • Mark out position, centre punch, Drill hole (size?), Taps, Wrench 6 Question Answer Marks 2(a) Use of a sketch and notes to explain how 4 A5 cards could be printed on an A3 sheet (0–2) 2 2(b)(i) Appropriate illustration method described and some details of equipment given e.g. hand drawn or computer generated (0–3) Appropriate printing method described and some details of equipment given e.g. computer printer or photocopier (0–3) 6 2(b)(ii) Use of appropriate tools to cut slots described, e.g.: • Compass cutters, laser cutter etc. (0–2) 2 2(b)(iii) Appropriate methods used to make and attach ears with some details of equipment given: • Template (0–4) 4 2(b)(iv) Appropriate methods used to make and attach the mechanism (0–3) Details of appropriate tools, equipment and safety precautions (0–3) • Measure, cut, parallel, holes, split pins 6

9705/12 Cambridge International AS/A Level – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED October/November 2017 © UCLES 2017 Page 3 of 6 Question Answer Marks 3(a) Correct dimension for X 31 mm 1 mark Correct dimension for Y 16 mm 1 mark (Allow 30 mm and 15 mm). (0–2) 2 3(b)(i) Appropriate method of making part A described (0–3) Details of appropriate tools, equipment and safety precautions (0–3) • Measure, cut, file, mark, drill, sand Note: • If lathe has been used for the method – max 2 marks, • If lathe method has been well described with appropriate tools etc., 3 marks can be given 6 3(b)(ii) Appropriate method of making parts B described (0–3) Details of appropriate tools, equipment and safety precautions (0–3) • Measure, cut, chisel/route, file, sand 6 3(b)(iii) Appropriate method of making parts C described (0–3) Details of appropriate tools, equipment and safety precautions (0–3) • Measure, cut, chisel/mortise, file, sand • Could use drill and then coping saw 6

9705/12 Cambridge International AS/A Level – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED October/November 2017 © UCLES 2017 Page 4 of 6 Section B Question Answer Marks 4(a) Part of the extraction system for removing the dust from the disc sander (0–2) Note: Must include extraction to access full marks. 2 4(b) Problem one identified and described (0–2) Problem two identified and described (0–2) e.g. There is no where to rest work when it is being sanded metal is poured in the mould Direction of disc rotation will cause work to be lifted up when Being sanded Size and position of switches; normally recessed 4 4(c) Explanation of how problem one could be overcome (0–3) Explanation of how problem two could be overcome (0–3) e.g. Adding a suitable table to rest work when being sanded Change guard from left to right hand side of disc Change direction of rotating disc (explanation of how this could be Needs to be given to gain full marks) Give credit for part C for position of guard change 6 4(d)(i) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues/points identified (0–3) 3 4(d)(ii) Clear and appropriate explanations of why issues/points are considered relevant (0–3) 3 4(d)(iii) Specific examples/evidence used to support conclusions (0–2) Max 6 marks if no examples are given 2 Question Answer Marks 5(a) Allow finger to be inserted to make removal of bottle easier (0–2) 2 5(b) Problem one identified and described (0–2) Problem two identified and described (0–2) e.g. No glue tabs on corners of insert, sides would fold in when the insert was pushed in or out of the sleeve The ‘hole’ would not be large enough for the bottle to fit in No tolerance in the size No base, the bottle could fall out when opened 4 5(c) Explanation of how problem one could be overcome (0–3) Explanation of how problem two could be overcome (0–3) e.g. Four appropriate glue tabs added Sizes altered so that the bottle fits 6 5(d)(i) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues/points identified (0–3) 3 5(d)(ii) Clear and appropriate explanations of why issues/points are considered relevant (0–3) 3 5(d)(iii) Specific examples/evidence used to support conclusions (0–2) 2

9705/12 Cambridge International AS/A Level – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED October/November 2017 © UCLES 2017 Page 5 of 6 Question Answer Marks 6(a) Allows rain water to quickly drain away. (0–2) • Lighter for transport, • Aesthetic value • Stops the product rusting 2 6(b) Problem one identified and described (0–2) Problem two identified and described (0–2) e.g. No space for a wheelchair to fit because of four seats Table is not high enough and supporting framework is too narrow Note: Give 1 mark if candidate insinuates the user can be lifted into the seat 4 6(c) Explanation of how problem one could be overcome (0–3) Explanation of how problem two could be overcome (0–3) e.g. Design altered by removing a seat Top of the table is raised and made longer so wheelchair can partly go under table or design of framework is altered to accommodate a wheelchair 6 6(d)(i) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues/points identified (0–3) 3 6(d)(ii) Clear and appropriate explanations of why issues/points are considered relevant (0–3) 3 6(d)(iii) Specific examples/evidence used to support conclusions (0–2) 2

9705/12 Cambridge International AS/A Level – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED October/November 2017 © UCLES 2017 Page 6 of 6 Section C Question Answer Marks 7(a) One pre-conceived Idea presented (0–4) OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single design proposal which would appear to work but lacks some technical detail (5–8) OR The development and selection of a range of Ideas into a single design proposal that Includes sufficient technical detail to show that the proposed solution would clearly work (9–12) 20 Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes (0–4) Evaluation (reasons for selection) (0–4) 7(b) As for part (a) 20 7(c) As for part (a) 20 7(d) The drawing will exhibit a reasonable standard of outcome and show some of the required design features (0–5) OR The drawing will exhibit a good standard of outcome and show most of the design features required to make the product function as intended (6–9) OR The drawing will be completed to a high standard of outcome and fully show the design features required to make the product function as intended (10–14) 20 Some use made of colour and tone to enhance the visual Impact of the drawing (0–2) OR Good use has been made of 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) Questions 8 and 9 as for Question 7