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Answers @ ACE: interactive projects
NAWIC
Some assembly required: contemporary prefabricated houses
YouthSafe: safety first or expect the worst
Answers @ ACE: interactive projects
library 
USA based, this web site must be used with due consideration
for the differences in terminology and regulations. The
Interactive projects library page has an
extensive alphabetical list of topics and projects such as
Repairing cracks in concrete and
Removing a screw that’s stripped.
Almost all areas of construction and building are covered on
this site. Each topic has a Flash presentation,
which always includes simple clear animations and recorded
voice instructions. The dialogue for these instructions is
shown with the animation. The user friendly presentations are
organised by sections with Email a friend,
Back, Steps,
Pause,Restart and
Tools needed icon buttons for easy
navigation. The comprehensive information makes this a useful
site for the Construction course, and some aspects of the
Industrial Technology course. Users must be aware of the
differences in terminology, regulations and measurement. G.
Smith
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: TAS; VET
SYLLABUS: Construction Curriculum Framework
Stage 6; Industrial Technology 7–10
SCIS SUBJECTS: Building – Problems,
exercises, etc
PUBLISHER: ACE, USA
REVIEW DATE: 21/08/05 [690.076] SCIS 1221822
NAWIC
With a broad membership base of construction
related occupations, this inspiring green and purple site has
high school relevance beyond VET. In particular, UNSW
scholarship in News showcases the
well written Martha’s essay; written
by a university scholarship winner, it clearly describes the
writer’s motivation and self recognition of skills in
Year 9, and her pathway away from the traditional female work
models. Designed to improve building skills and knowledge,
and to inform women of News and industry
developments, the site describes tertiary study options,
awards, and emphasises the positive role models of women in
construction. A Forum is available to
subscribers, and information about this can be found in
Members only. The NSW/ACT
chapter does not make its newsletters freely available, but
Newsletters from other states are available
online. C. Thomas
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: TAS; VOC ED
SYLLABUS: Construction Stage 6; Engineering
Studies Stage 6; Industrial Technology 7–10
SCIS SUBJECTS: Building Industry –
Careers; Women – Employment
PUBLISHER: NAWIC, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 16/03/05 [690] SCIS 1187336
Some assembly required: contemporary prefabricated houses
This website looks at the design and structure of prefabricated housing and presents a variety of approaches. Easy to navigate, the website has many visual resources. There is a timeline on prefabricated construction in the USA and details about prefabricated houses such as the FlatPak house and the weeHouse, a one room cabin. Biographies about architects and audio clips about the exhibits are available. There are many links to related websites containing detailed information related to the design and construction of prefabricated homes, and an extensive essay on the development of the prefabricated house. It is a useful site for Technology students. A. Parnis
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: TAS; VET
SYLLABUS: Construction Curriculum Framework Stage 6; Design & Technology 7–10; Design & Technology Stage 6; Industrial Technology 7–10; Industrial Technology Stage 6; Technology (Mandatory) 7–8
SCIS SUBJECTS: Architecture, Domestic; Houses – Design and construction
PUBLISHER: Walker Art Center, USA
REVIEW DATE: 02/09/08 [728] SCIS 1371675
YouthSafe: safety first or expect the worst
Developed for teachers delivering NSW VET courses and syllabuses with a strong Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) requirement, this information serves as a useful introduction to the study of OHS. Info for teachers presents a comprehensive overview on how to use the site. Jargon buster is a list of terms and definitions relevant to the study of OHS. Students with special learning needs would particularly benefit from the hands-on approach of OHS crossword, Safety first game, Student activities and Case studies. Students who would benefit from extension material may find OHS net a useful link. Teachers of Stage 5 Industrial Technology and Food Technology, and Stage 4 Technology (Mandatory) may find some of the activities useful when addressing OHS issues in the practical experiences which are mandatory in these syllabus areas. K. Lissa
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: TAS; VET
SYLLABUS: Construction Curriculum Framework Stage 6; Food Technology 7–10; Hospitality Curriculum Framework Stage 6; Industrial Technology 7–10; Technology (Mandatory) 7–8
SCIS SUBJECTS: Adolescents – Employment; Industrial health and safety – Study and teaching; VET
PUBLISHER: WorkCover Authority of NSW, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 04/04/08 [363.11071] SCIS 1342138
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