Fundamentals of Marine Service Technology

Which of the following materials is NOT mentioned as being used in boat construction and repair in the chapter overview?

• Aluminum

• Composite materials

• Marine woods

• Core materials

What type of materials are discussed in terms of their properties specific to marine applications?

• Ceramic materials

• Marine metals

• Aerospace materials

• Automotive materials

What are the types of resins mentioned that are used in composite construction?

• Polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy

• Nylon, polycarbonate, and acrylic

• Silicone, latex, and polyurethane

• Alkyd, melamine, and phenolic

What does the effectiveness of properties in marine materials depend on?

• The cost of the material

• How the material is being used

• The color of the material

• The weight of the material

Why would stretch-resistance be considered an undesirable property for the cordage used to hold boats to the dock?

• It allows too much flexibility during high winds.

• It prevents the boats from moving with the water, causing potential damage.

• It makes the cordage too heavy to handle.

• It increases the cost of the cordage unnecessarily.

According to the fundamentals of marine service technology, which material is considered the best to learn surface preparation skills?

• Metal

• Composite materials

• Wood

• Plastic

What is the weight per board foot of white ash wood according to the chart?

• 3.4 lb

• 2.9 lb

• 3.1 lb

• 2.6 lb

Which wood species has the highest compression strength (psi) parallel to grain as listed in the chart?

• Teak

• Black Locust

• White Oak

• Sitka Spruce

What is the first step in preparing a boat's surface for painting and varnishing?

• Applying the first coat of paint

• Sanding and prepping the surface

• Varnishing with several coats

• Washing the boat with water

What happens to wood installed on a boat when exposed to water?

• It becomes lighter and more brittle.

• It does not change in size or shape.

• It shrinks and swells in predictable ways.

• It becomes impermeable to water.