General window hardware
This module introduces learners to the basic components and hardware used in windows, including their functions, types, and selection criteria. It covers window configurations and materials, as well as key parts such as friction hinges, casement handles, window locks, restrictors, hinge protectors, and spring balances.
Learners will gain an understanding of the purpose, sizes, types, and functions of each component, along with relevant terminology.
The module provides a foundation of knowledge to help identify and choose appropriate window hardware for different applications.
Learning outcomes:
- Know the basic window configurations and materials
- Know the basic window configurations and materials
- Understand the basic functions of a window
- Understand the purpose of a friction hinge
- Understand the different types and functions of friction hinges
- Know the different parts and sizes of a friction hinge
- Understand friction hinge selection criteria and associated terminology
- Understand the purpose of a casement window handle
- Know the different parts, sizes and types of casement window handle
- Understand the different types of handle function
- Understand Handle selection criteria and associated terminology
- Understand the purpose of a window lock
- Know the different parts, sizes and types of window lock
- Understand the different types of window lock function
- Understand window lock selection criteria and associated terminology
- Understand the purpose of a window restrictor
- Know the different sizes and types of restrictors
- Understand the different types of restrictor function
- Understand restrictor selection criteria and associated terminology
- Understand the purpose of a hinge protector
- Understand the different parts, sizes and types of hinge protector
- Understand the different hinge protector functions
- Understand hinge protector selection criteria and associated terminology
- Understand the purpose of a spring balance
- Know the different types of spring balances
- Know the different spring balance variants
