5.3.3. Construction Techniques

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is formwork used for?

   Hint

   Think about molds in baking.

2. 2.

   Name one material used in formwork.

   Hint

   Think of how you would shape concrete.

3. 3.

   What is one advantage of using precast construction?

   • Higher cost
   • Faster assembly
   • Lower quality

   Hint

   Think about where they are made.

4. 4.

   Formwork is used to shape which building material?

   Hint

   What do we pour into forms?

5. 5.

   Evaluate the environmental impacts of using traditional versus precast construction methods. Discuss which is more sustainable and why.

   Hint

   Consider material usage and waste generation.

6. 6.

   Design a small building project using 3D printing. Describe the materials you would choose, the benefits of those materials, and outline your construction timeline compared to traditional methods.

   Hint

   Think about how traditional construction would differ in time frame and waste generation.