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• Metals may be pure metals or alloys; ferrous metals and alloys are iron-based, while non-ferrous metals and alloys are not iron-based.
• A design brief is a clear statement outlining the aims, target user, and constraints of a design project.
• A design specification is a detailed list of criteria that a product must meet, including function, aesthetics, materials, size, safety, and cost.
• Computer aided design software, such as TechSoft 2D Design, can be used to create precise digital drawings for manufacturing moulds.
• Pewter is a soft metal alloy commonly used in jewellery making due to its low melting point and ease of casting.
• Pewter-casting moulds may be made from casting-grade MDF or heat-resistant silicone only when the specific material is approved for use with molten pewter.
• A pewter-casting mould needs a cavity shaped like the intended casting, a sprue through which molten pewter enters, and vents where necessary to let air escape; it must prevent leakage and avoid shapes or undercuts that trap the solid casting.
• The pewter-casting sequence is to prepare and secure a dry mould, melt the pewter, pour it through the sprue, allow it to solidify and cool, remove the casting, cut off excess material, and finish the surface.
• Sanding, polishing, and drilling are finishing processes used to improve the appearance and functionality of cast pewter jewellery.
• Blister packaging is a type of packaging that uses a pre-formed plastic blister and a backing card to securely display and protect products.
• Jewellery-making safety controls include wearing eye protection and securing work before drilling.
• Hot equipment must only be handled as directed, moulds must be kept dry, and extraction must be used where required.
• Molten-metal pouring must be carried out by trained staff unless the risk assessment permits student participation.

• Write a clear and concise design brief and specification for a piece of jewellery, considering the needs of the target user and relevant constraints.
• Generate and present four distinct and creative design ideas for a piece of jewellery, using annotated sketches or digital drawings.
• Use 2D design software to create an accurate digital drawing suitable for manufacturing a mould for pewter casting.
• Assemble and finish a pewter mould by accurately glueing components in place to ensure a secure and functional mould.
• Safely sand, polish, and drill a pewter casting to achieve a smooth, attractive, and usable piece of jewellery.
• Design and assemble a blister package that securely holds and displays the finished jewellery, including creating an appropriate backing card design.