IB Design Technology HL · Unit 3 of 6

IB Design Technology HL Unit 3: Product in theory

Unit 3 of IB Design Technology covers Product in theory. This unit contains 4 topics and 43 sub-topics. Below you'll find free study notes, flashcards, and exam preparation resources for every topic in this unit.

Higher Level students should treat this unit page as a route map: revise the shared core, then use the HL notes and topic links to reach the extra depth and evaluation expected at HL.

4 topics43 sub-topics

Exam technique guide

What Unit 3 covers

Theme A: Design in theory

Topics in Unit 3

3.1

Material classification

9 sub-topics

3.2

Structural systems

10 sub-topics

3.3

Mechanical systems

10 sub-topics

3.4

Electronic systems

14 sub-topics

Study tip: Work through the topics in order — each builds on concepts from the one before. Start with notes, then reinforce with flashcards and practice questions.

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