Introduction to materials

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Introduction

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The aim of this lesson is to look at the properties of materials in general terms, so we are then able to classify and evaluate specific material choices in building designs.

Ngā huanga  |  Learning outcomes

• Identify terms used to describe the properties of materials
  
• Classify materials into categories
• Identify the factors that are used to select materials
• Find materials /products suited to a purpose.