Activity 2 – 24355 (v2) Demonstrate knowledge of construction and manufacturing materials used in BCATS projects

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Identify 3 methods of joining 2 pieces of flat, mild steel bar together.

1. 2. 3.

You have to glue a sheet of Formica to a sheet of MDF. What type of glue should you use?

What is the function of a primer coat when painting?

Identify 3 methods that are commonly used to apply a paint finish.

1. 2. 3.

What should metal objects (such as nails that are being used outdoors) be coated with to protect them from rust?

Pop rivets are commonly used to hold _____________________________ together.

A two-pack glue that is commonly used to join metals together is _____________________.

Name 2 types of polishes and state the advantage that polish has over oil finishes.

Polish 1:

Polish 2

Advantage compared to oil:

Name 2 types of varnishes, briefly stating an advantage of each one.

Varnish 1:

Advantage:

Varnish 2:

Advantage:

What is the fast-drying glue that is commonly used for making mock-ups?

Describe what would happen if PVA glue was used to construct a wooden letterbox.

Why should flat headed nails be used on softer timber such as radiata pine?

Identify 3 types of wood joints that could be used to provide a decorative finish to a project.

1. 2. 3.

Describe the effects of moisture on MDF.