Year 7
Natural & Manufactured Timbers
Objectives
- Know the primary sources of materials for producing natural and manufactured timbers.
- Be able to recognize and characterize different types of natural and manufactured timbers.
- Understand how the physical properties of a range of natural and manufactured timbers affect their performance.
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Year 8
Metals & Alloys
Materials and their working properties
- Know the primary sources of materials for producing metals and alloys.
- Be able to recognize and characterize different types of metals and alloys.
- Understand how the physical and working properties of a range of metals and alloys affect their performance.
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Year 9
Manufacturing of Plastic
Objectives
- Identify different types of plastics and their chemical compositions.
- Understand the manufacturing processes used to produce different types of plastics.
- Evaluate the physical and mechanical properties of plastics, including strength, durability, and resistance to heat and chemicals.
- Analyze the environmental impact of plastic production and disposal, and explore potential solutions to plastic waste.
- Explore the diverse applications of plastics, from packaging to automotive and aerospace industries, and understand how plastic materials can be tailored to specific design needs.
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