Browse syllabus-aligned notes for A3.1 Material Classification and Properties. Open each subtopic for focused explanations, examples, and summaries.
A3.1.1 Classification by properties
8 minute read
A3.1.2 Classification by source
18 minute read
A3.1.3 Material aesthetic considerations
A3.1.4 Physical properties of materials
10 minute read
A3.1.5 Chemical properties of materials
7 minute read
A3.1.6 Mechanical properties of materials
19 minute read
A3.1.7 Composites
11 minute read
A3.1.8 Smart materials
9 minute read
A3.1.9 Biodegradable materials
A. Design in theory
A1.1 Ergonomics
A2.1 User-centred research methods
A2.2 Prototyping techniques
A3.1 Material classification and properties
A3.2 Introduction to structural systems (HL only)
A3.3 Introduction to mechanical systems (HL only)
A3.4 Introduction to electronic systems (HL only)
A4.1 Manufacturing techniques (HL only)
B. Design in practice
C. Design in context