Cambridge International AS & A Level

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 9705/12

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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 May/June 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 21 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

 the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
 the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
 the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

 marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
 marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
 marks are not deducted for errors
 marks are not deducted for omissions
 answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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Question Answer Marks Guidance

Section A

1(a) Exemplar answer 2 AOVR including:

Will not rust [1] Does not require a finish
Does not require maintenance [1]
0–2

1(b)(i) Sketches and/or notes show: 6

Cutting to shape and Folding
Suitable method [3] e.g. guillotine, grinder...and then folding
bars/press, heat and fold
Tools, equipment or processes [2]
Safety precaution [1]
0–6

1(b)(ii) Sketches and/or notes show: 6 Accept hand or CNC methods.

Method and application
Suitable method [1] e.g. painting, vinyl lettering, stencil...
Explanation of method [0–2]
Tools, equipment or processes [0–2]
Safety precaution [1]
0–6

1(b) (iii) Sketches and/or notes show: 6

Method and construction
Suitable method [1] e.g. assembled with screws...
Explanation of method (sides and base) [0–2]
Tools, equipment or processes [0–2]
Safety precaution [1]
0–6

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2(a) Exemplar answers: 2 AOVR including:

Flexible [1] Easy to cut to shape
Inexpensive [1] Can be recycled
0–2 Can have a design printed on it

2(b)(i) Sketches and/or notes show: 6 Accept hand or CNC methods.

Method and application
Suitable method [1] e.g. stencil, inkjet printer...
Explanation of method [2]
Tools, equipment or processes [0–2]
Safety precaution [1]
0–6

2(b)(ii) Sketches and notes show: 6 Accept hand or CNC methods.

Marking out and Cutting to shape
Suitable method [3] e.g. pencil, set square...and then craft knife, circle
cutter...
Tools, equipment or processes [2]
Safety precaution [1]
0–6

2(c) Sketches and/or notes show: 6 Accept hand or CNC methods.

Method
Suitable method [1] e.g. injection moulding...
Explanation of method [0–3]
Tools, equipment or processes [0–2]
0–6

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3(a) Exemplar answer: 2 AOVR

Can withstand compression [1] Lost fluid (leaks) can easily be topped up
Tubes can be curved/bent [1]
0–2

3(b)(i) Sketches and/or notes show: 6 Accept hand or machine methods.

Cutting and Planed
Suitable method [3] e.g. circular saw and then use of planer
thicknesser
Tools, equipment or processes [2]
Safety precaution [1]
0–6

3(b)(ii) Sketches and/or notes show: 6

Marking out holes and Method of drilling
Suitable method [3] of drilling holes e.g. try square, rule, pencil...and
then pieces clamped together and use of pillar drill
Tools, equipment or processes [2]
Safety precaution [1]
0–6

3(c) Sketches and notes show: 6

Parts assembled – syringe and tubing [0–2]
Movement (up and down) [0–2]
System may work [1] or will work [2]
0–6

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Section B

4(a) Feature X is designed to keep the cotton seat [1] in position [1] 2
0–2

4(b) Problem one identified [1] and described [1] 4 Other acceptable answers include:
Problem two identified [1] and described [1] 1 Unstable/not fastened to the ground.
e.g. cotton will get wet [1] and tear/not be nice to sit on [1] 2 Concrete could be weak and have sharp
0–4 edges.
3 Unsafe as people could fall through the gaps

4(c) Explanation of how problem one could be overcome [0–3] 6

Explanation of how problem two could be overcome [0–3]
e.g. replace the cotton [1] with nylon [1] which is waterproof/stronger
[1]
0–6

4(d)(i) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues/points identified 3

Benefits of surface finishes e.g. a high quality finish makes a product
look/feel expensive [1] people’s view of a product is influenced by
how it feels [1], rough surfaces can be dangerous [1]
0–3

4(d)(ii) Clear and appropriate explanations of why issues/points are 3

considered relevant
e.g. people will pay more for a product with a high quality finish [1],
customers are attracted to products with a high quality/appropriate
finish [1], manufacturers wish to avoid legal claims from people who
are hurt using their products [1]
0–3

4(d)(iii) Specific examples/evidence used to support conclusions 2

e.g. tactile surfaces in a car interior [1], sanded and sealed surfaces
on wooden products prevent injury [1]
0–2

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5(a) Feature X is a stop [1] to prevent the mobile sliding off the POS [1]
0–2

5(b) Problem one identified [1] and described [1] Other acceptable answers include:
Problem two identified [1] and described [1] 1 Unstable/will topple over.
e.g. can’t bend a radius [1] in foamboard [1] 2 No surface graphics.
0–4 3 Mobile could easily be stolen.

5(c) Explanation of how problem one could be overcome [0–3] 6

Explanation of how problem two could be overcome [0–3]
e.g. change the material [1] to acrylic [1] so it can be heated and bent
[1]
0–6

5(d)(i) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues/points identified 3

e.g. as a means of communicating with the client [1] provides a
checklist for the designer [1] can be used to specify the
materials/processes used to make a product [1]
0–3

5(d) (ii) Clear and appropriate explanations of why issues/points are 3

considered relevant
e.g. the designer must satisfy the client’s needs if a product is to be
successful [1], will keep the designer ‘on track’ during the design
process [1], products will meet the necessary safety standards [1]
0–3

5(d)(iii) Specific examples/evidence used to support conclusions 2

e.g. ISO 9001 standards awarded to a firm of architects [1], Kitemarks
found on smoke alarms [1]
0–2

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6(a) Feature X is a flexible tube that connects different tools [1] to the 2
vacuum [1]
0–2

6(b) Problem one identified [1] and described [1] 4 Other acceptable problems include:
Problem two identified [1] and described [1] 1 No switches.
e.g. no wheels on the vacuum cleaner [1] so difficult to move around 2 No power source.
[1] 3 No tools.
0–4

6(c) Explanation of how problem one could be overcome [0–3] 6

Explanation of how problem two could be overcome [0–3]
e.g. modify the moulding of the vacuum cleaner case [1] to include a
means [1] of attaching wheels [1]
0–6

6(d)(i) Situation has been analysed and relevant issues/points identified 3

e.g. concise way of presenting complicated control systems [1],
feedback allows designer to develop ‘responsive’ machines [1]
amplification can improve safety [1]
0–3

6(d)(ii) Clear and appropriate explanations of why issues/points are 3

considered relevant
e.g. if the key functions are clearly understood this helps the
designer/manufacturer/customer [1] machines that are ‘responsive’
are desirable/efficient/economic [1], amplification allows low voltage
switching to turn on high voltage circuits [1]
0–3

6(d)(iii) Specific examples/evidence used to support conclusions 2

e.g. car will brake if vehicle departs from lane [1], house security
lights sense movement [1]
0–2

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Section C

7(a) Provides a flat surface to be knelt on 20

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. cushioned flat surface

Handle to steady the user and aid can be moved around

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. tubular steel frame, handle and wheels

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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7(b) Tool holder 20

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. metal sheet with holes for the tools to be easily removed

Attaches to the gardening aid

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. wing nuts

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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7(c) Container that attaches to the gardening aid 20

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. plastic bucket

Place for gardening gloves

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. clip for gloves

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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7(d) The drawing will exhibit a reasonable standard of outcome and show 20
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 shows the design features required to make the product function
as intended 0–14

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

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8(a) Brand name based on ‘SoSoft’ 20

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. Name or letters used

Branding
One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. style of lettering and images appropriate for hand care products

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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8(b) Plastic tray 20

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. vacuum formed tray with indentations

Tray designed to hold the two products

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. products fit into the tray and will not move around

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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8(c) One-piece development 20

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. six connected surfaces with glue tabs

Holds the tray designed in (b)

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. correct size to hold the tray

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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8(d) The drawing will exhibit a reasonable standard of outcome and show 20
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 shows the design features required to make the product function
as intended 0–14

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

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9(a) Mechanism powered by AA batteries 20

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. motor used to rotate blades

Shreds paper
One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. rotating blades

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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9(b) Case 20
One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. plastic moulding

Contains the mechanism designed in part (a)

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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9(c) Clamp 20
One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. cam clamp

Fits on the waste-paper bin

One pre-conceived idea presented 0–2
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 3–4
OR The development and selection of a range of ideas into a single
design proposal which would appear to technical detail to show that
the proposed solution would clearly work 5–6
e.g. sizes and construction of the bin taken into account

Clarity and quality of sketching and explanatory notes 0–4

Evaluation (reasons for selection) 0–4

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9(d) The drawing will exhibit a reasonable standard of outcome and show 20
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 0–14

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

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