Design and Technology

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Learning Outcomes

In Peicai, our students learn to:

Develop confidence, pride and tenacity through exploring real-world design opportunities for which ideas are developed	Cultivate creative thinking through doodling, sketching, drawing, and experimentation of prototype ideas using appropriate materials and tools	Explore one’s innate curiosity and ability to create, exercise judgements and make evidence-based decisions of a technological, aesthetic and economic nature.	Create through experiential and hands-on activities to develop problem solving and creative thinking skills

Department Programme/Highlights/ Student Outcomes

Curricular Programme:

D&T is a compulsory common curriculum subject taken at the lower secondary level. Peicai students with an interest and aptitude for the subject will be able to take D&T as an elective at the upper secondary level.

Students participate in collaborative discussions to cultivate creative thinking and innovation	Students applying knowledge of design, electronics and mechanism to create prototypes such as automatas, tealight holder and handphone stand.

Mighty Mousetrap Car Challenge 2025

Two teams of Sec 3 D&T students participated for the first time in this year’s Mighty Mousetrap Car Challenge – Challenge on 2 July 2025 —a prestigious STEM competition hosted by SJI for the second consecutive year.

The engaging competition challenged students to design and prototype a model car powered exclusively by a mousetrap's spring force. Through collaborative teamwork, practical research, and innovative problem-solving, participants deepened their understanding of STEM principles whilst enjoying an enriching learning experience.

One of the two participating teams came in 1^st in the secondary school category with the furthest distance of 41.04 m – A competition record!

The Design Camp (organized by Temasek Polytechnic School of Design) 2025

Sec 3 D&T students participated in The Design Camp on 7 to 8 November 2024. Based on the students’ feedback, it has been an enriching experience for them. As such the 3 D&T students will continue with their participation in The Design Camp this year.

The programme organized by Temasek Polytechnic’s School of Design, aimed at introducing secondary school students to various aspects of design and nurturing their creative potential. During the camp, participants

• Explored different design disciplines such as product design and visual communication.

• Engaged in hands-on workshops led by experienced design professionals

• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills through design challenges

• Learned about potential career paths in the design industry

• Experienced a taste of polytechnic life in a design-focused environment

Syllabus