Memorandum: Technology Grade 9 Mini Pat Term 1

"I don't have the memo," Thabo mumbled into the desk. "I lost the printout."

When grading or completing the Mini-PAT, look for the correct application of these fundamental engineering principles: Description / Application in Mini-PAT

Limits placed on the developer (e.g., time, budget, specific materials like cardboard or ice-cream sticks). Phase 2: Design (Idea Generation and Technical Drawing)

Use a uniform weight system (like plastic bottles filled with water or metal washers) to test all student models under identical conditions. technology grade 9 mini pat term 1 memorandum

A pulling force acting on a member (e.g., the bottom chord of a loaded bridge).

Choosing the right materials to optimize the strength-to-weight ratio. 2. Breakdown of the Design Process Phases

When sketching, label the materials and joining methods. Unlabeled drawings lose easy marks. "I don't have the memo," Thabo mumbled into the desk

When grading the Grade 9 Mini-PAT, educators look for specific performance indicators:

Disorganized portfolio; poor explanation of the final model.

. It only changes the direction of the force, it does not multiply force. (1 mark) 1.3 Case Study Analysis A pulling force acting on a member (e

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If you are a learner trying to score an 'A' in this practical task, use the memorandum logic to your advantage:

She created a circuit diagram showing the solar panel connected to a charge controller, the controller to the battery, and from the battery to a voltage regulator supplying the USB ports and the LED(s). Mara built a prototype frame, assembled components, sealed connections, added safety features (fuses, covered terminals, weatherproof box), and labeled the USB ports. She tested the bench on a sunny weekend, measured voltage and current with a multimeter, recorded energy production and usage over three days, and adjusted the angle of the panel for better output.

Learners look at existing solutions to the problem statement. They identify constraints, specifications, and user requirements.