Comparative tests for the Engineering GCSE and Manufacturing GCSE project

These tests guide you through methods of testing properties of materials, finishes and joints. Most of them are based on British Standards tests, but have been simplified and adapted for this project.

Before starting on the tests, you should be familiar with the section on Standards

• About properties of materials
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• Mechanical properties
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• Density
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• Thermal properties
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• Electrical resistance
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• Finishes
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• Joining
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Please note: these tests are for the use of students studying for the GCSE and equivalent qualifications and their teachers, and should not be used in place of British Standards for other purposes.