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JSS1: BASIC TECHNOLOGY - 1ST TERM

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  1. Understanding Technology | Week 1
    7 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  2. Safety Guidelines - for Pedestrians, Cyclists / Motorcycles & Motorists | Week 2
    6 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  3. Workshop Safety - Workshop Accidents | Week 3
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  4. Workshop Safety - Safety Rules & Regulations | Week 4
    4 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  5. Workshop Safety - Accident Prevention Techniques | Week 5
    5 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  6. Properties of Materials (Wood) | Week 6
    7 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  7. Classification of Metals | Week 7, 8, 9
    6 Topics
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    1 Quiz
  8. Ceramics and Glass | Week 10
    5 Topics
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Topic Content:

  • Definition of Materials
  • Common Materials Used in the Engineering Industry

Definition of Materials:

 Materials are substances from which something is made or can be made. Materials can be classified on the basis of their physical and chemical properties.

The common materials used in the engineering industry are;

1. Wood.
2. Metals.
3. Ceramics.
4. Glass.
5. Rubber.

properties of materials jss1 basic technology

These materials may be used in their natural state or may be combined with other materials, in order to get new materials with certain desired qualities.

We will be discussing the properties of these materials in the upcoming topics.