Wood Theory Part 2

Knowing how wood is processed and understand the characteristics of it is important to make wise choices in selecting the type of wood for the building project you are working on. This Research project will take you a few lessons to complete.

Whāinga - Objectives

The objective of this section is to familiarize yourself with the different types of wood treating processes and the application of the different timber.

You need to complete the following objectives.

Summarizes growing timber and wood treating theory by answering questions regarding it.

Mahere Whakamua - Action Plan

Create google slide and present it to the rest of the class.

(Slide show will have a cover page, information pages with illustrations and bibliography page at the end.)

Where to start:

Research - Read online about wood treatment and answer the following questions.

Timber resources Book 1 Book 2

Questions

1. Explain how trees grow.

2. Explain by aid of diagrams the different parts of a trunk.

3. How do we determine the age of a tree?

4. Describe the process of seasoning pine.

5. Explain how to store timber.

6. Describe how the durability of Pine can be achieved with wood preservation techniques.

7. Explain the different grades of timber treatment and identify their specific applications.

8. Describe the sustainable performance of New Zealand wood

9. What is meant by the Carbon Footprint of a building?

10. How can we improve the Carbon Footprint of structures in the building industry?

Peer assessment - When you feel the presentation is finished share it with the someone else to give you feedback. Make sure you give them "view only" and open the comments function to them.

(All slideshows will be available on the class website for parents to view.)

Extension:Produce your own video with Screencastify.(free Google app) and put it on your blog.

Taunaki - Evidence

Individual task: Complete your report and share it with your teacher. Google worksheet