Iron and Steel–Properties and Applications

This eight-page guide from Edmonds Community College provides an instructional module on iron and steel for use in materials education. The module discusses relative strength of products, magnetic properties, stainless steels, and other alloy steels. Students learn about the relative costs and material properties of different steels. This instructional unit was designed for one class session, and consists of a demonstration, discussion, and optional lab activities. The guide includes the following sections: Module Objectives, MatEd Course Competencies Covered, Equipment and Supplies Needed, Curriculum Overview, Module Procedures, and an Evaluation Packet.