Newbyte Educational Software - Focus on Resistant Materials.

Focus On Resistant Materials

Includes most of the materials, components and fittings students wish to use.

Description

Designed by UK teachers, Resistant Materials Version 2 builds on the success of the highly acclaimed first program and goes much further.

Database, spreadsheet and word processing applications are combined in one easy to use program that has been expanded to include most of the materials, components and fittings that Design Technology students may wish to use.

Focus on Resistant Materials is suitable for use with secondary students ages 11 and older.

Features

Materials Browser

As materials are selected from the 15-category main index, an on-screen sub-menu allows the user to scroll between materials, viewing information and pictures that can be copied, pasted and used as the basis for meaningful evaluations.

Database Categories

Metals, Plastics and Woods
Man-made boards
Catches, locks & stays
Electronic components
Handles & knobs
Hinges
Hooks & eyes
Knock-down fittings
Nails, nuts, bolts & washers
Rivets, screws
Miscellaneous

Versatile Search Engine

Narrow down materials selection by specifying requirements by name, keyword or individual properties.

Evaluate Findings

Once research is complete, information can be collated and evaluated using the built-in, fully functional word processor, with advanced spell-checking utility.

Project Costings

Compile detailed cutting lists for entire projects whilst remaining fully aware of projected expenses with the automatically updated costings calculator.

And... Perhaps best of all, the new Database Editor gives staff complete control over content. This easy to use editor allows you to add new materials, update prices and alter existing information to satisfy the requirements of your department. Four integrated program areas will help your students score highly in the Research and ICT skills sections of their project folders

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