10s m intro to blocks v2
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Introduction to concrete blocks
What you will learn
Things you need before you start
Materials
Tools or equipment
Course resources
Student
What is a concrete block?
What are blocks used for?
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Write down or draw fi ve things
Good things about blocks
But . . .☹
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Where do our blocks come from?
Look at:
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Where do the blocks we use come from?
Where do we buy them from?
Can we make our own?
Types of blocks
Sizes
Standard sizes
Note on ‘nominal’ sizes
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What types and sizes of blocks can you buy, or make, where you live?
Bad blocks☹
Steps in building with blocks