Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify common engineering materials by their principal properties
- The principal properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals are identified.
- The principal properties of thermosetting and thermoplastic polymers are identified.
- The principal properties of ceramics and composite materials are identified.
- The effects of different types of bonding in materials are identified.
- The effects of mechanical and thermal processes on the principal properties of materials are identified.
- Select materials for specific applications
- Verify selected material as fit for purpose