Unit 4: Building Materials

This unit will introduces students to building construction materials and different types of fasteners. Instruction will also focus on proper use of building material and fasteners and the correct selection and use of those materials.

Standards Emphasized in this Unit

Standard 2.1. Interpret information and instructions presented in both verbal and written form

Standard 4.1. Define the key principles of Green Building.

Standard 4.9. Describe the basic physical principles that apply to the built environment

Standard 6.1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, with and without a calculator.

Standard 6.2. Use a standard ruler, a metric ruler, and a measuring tape to measure.

Standard 6.3. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.

Standard 6.4. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, with and without a calculator.