Question 1

What should I focus on for Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology?

Accepted Answer

Draw diagrams to illustrate stability concepts.

Question 2

What should I focus on for Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology? (2)

Accepted Answer

Practice calculations step by step.

Question 3

What should I focus on for Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology? (3)

Accepted Answer

Understand the importance of GM (metacentric height).

Question 4

What should I focus on for Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology? (4)

Accepted Answer

Always annotate design sketches with clear labels explaining material choices and functionality.

Question 5

What should I focus on for Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology? (5)

Accepted Answer

Before starting any practical assessment, review the relevant legislation (e.g., COSHH) and mention it in written work to demonstrate awareness.

Question 6

What are common mistakes in Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology?

Accepted Answer

Confusing centre of gravity with centre of buoyancy.

Question 7

What are common mistakes in Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology? (2)

Accepted Answer

Incorrectly calculating metacentric height.

Question 8

What are common mistakes in Open Awards Other Vocational Qualification Design and Technology? (3)

Accepted Answer

Ignoring free surface effect.

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