Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 Metal Technology Mid Term 1 2026 Theory Exam with Marking Scheme.

  It is a Kenya Certificate of Basic Education (KCBE) Grade 10 Metal Technology (Theory) Term 1 examination under the STEM pathway.

  • Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Number of Questions: Section A (compulsory – 70 marks) and Section B (attempt any three questions – 30 marks)
  • Marking Scheme: The marking scheme is in a different document.

  It covers the following topics:

  • Introduction to Metal Technology:
    • Definition and importance of metal technology
    • Tools and machines found in metal workshops
    • Importance of metalwork skills in everyday life
    • Metal-related business activities in the community
    • Career opportunities and personal qualities of a metal technologist
    • Contribution of metal technology to community development
  • Workshop safety and health:
    • Meaning of workshop safety
    • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • Causes of workshop accidents
    • Safety rules and their importance
    • Forms of workshop injuries
    • First aid procedures for minor injuries
    • Reasons for observing safety in workshops
  • Metalwork tools and equipment:
    • Classification of tools (cutting, holding, driving)
    • Identification and uses of common hand and bench tools
    • Maintenance and care of tools
    • Parts of workshop tools
  • Measuring, marking out, and accuracy:
    • Measuring tools and marking-out tools
    • Importance of accurate measurement and marking out
    • Use of a try square
  • Workshop organisation and layout:
    • Functions of different workshop areas (fitting, welding, tool storage)
    • Components of a standard workshop layout
    • How workshop layout enhances safety
    • Daily workshop management practices (floor, benches, tools)
• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  METAL TECHNOLOGY

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