Metal Mania (1)

Big Question - Do we need Metal? Is metalwork a useful skill in our modern society?

Reasoning behind the big question is that metal is very expensive and raw metal has to be mined which results in environmental issues. As such in this course students will learn about different types of metals, their properties and usage and compare them against other materials, that is plastic, timber and board. Thus students will have a better understanding of metals and conclude if we need metal or not?

Description - Students will learn about the different types of metals and their properties. Why are planes made from aluminum alloys, cars from mild steel and electrical wires from copper? The course will also encompass safety, hand tools, portable machines and a few metal processes. The students will also have 3 different take home projects.