the object that will be designed and created

Material selection

Design and technology

Pupils will handle, shape and join sheet materials using different manufacturing processes.  They will test and experiment with different mechanical fixing methods and adhesives and then use this knowledge to explain which choices are suitable and why.

Principles of materials and manufacturing

Which of these is not a factor when selecting materials?

Match the product to the place and material:

Which materials are garden chairs often made from?

Which softwood is often used for indoor furniture?

They are cost-effective to produce in large quantities.

Why are classroom chairs often made from polymers?

Which polymer is often used to manufacture classroom chair shells?

Which tool is best for working with timber to cut a curved shape?

Which manufacturing process joins materials?

Scissors are usually used to cut which materials?

How many products are produced in a batch production?

What is the purpose of a risk assessment?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Material selection

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.