Compliant Materials · JHS2 Career Technology

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.2.1.1.2 - Discuss the basic characteristics of compliant materials

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

State at least four characteristics of paper and cardboard that make them suitable for use in production.
Describe at least four properties of fabrics and textiles, such as absorbency and durability, and explain how each property affects their use.
Compare and contrast the characteristics of paper, cardboard and fabrics, identifying which material is best suited for a given purpose.
Explain ideas about material properties in a clear, ordered manner, giving relevant details and examples from everyday life.
Select appropriate compliant materials for simple production tasks based on the criteria of weight, stiffness, smoothness and durability.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Materials for Production (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Compliant Materials (2.1)
Content standard: B8.2.1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of compliant materials
Indicator: B8.2.1.1.2 - Discuss the basic characteristics of compliant materials
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 5 (Week 5 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Career Technology, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 47
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Identify the properties of paper and card board that make them suitable for use.
E.g.
- Paper: Medium weight, fairly smooth and fairly stiff; Ideal for making small paper models.
- Cardboard: Stiff, smooth and thin; Good for creating greeting cards, paper models and other stand-up building projects.
2. Describe the properties of fabrics/textiles that make them suitable for use.
E.g.
- Absorbent:: can allow moisture vapour to pass through easily
- Durable: can last long.