Material are the foundation of furniture products. Systematically knowing material of furniture is not only beneficial to the professionals (such as designers and manufacturers), but also to everyone who uses furniture.

This course mainly introduces the varieties and basic properties of furniture material, as well as the commonly used quality evaluation indexes and methods. This course is oriented to general education. Its content is easy to understand and mainly focuses on science popularization, core knowledge and the material application practices.

Through the study of this course, students of related majors will gain some knowledge in the construction of furniture material system, and build a solid foundation for working in furniture industry. Others, including social learners, will also learn more about material and furniture, and have a more thorough understanding of the comprehensive performance of furniture products.

This course focuses on the combination of teaching and practice. Throughout the teaching process of on-site teaching and enterprise interviews, learners will understand the application of material in furniture practices. Standards on material properties and furniture are embedded in the courseware. By scanning the QR codes, learners can expand their study after class.

Through the study of this course, students can understand the varieties of commonly used furniture and its basic properties master the quality evaluation indexes and methods of important furniture material.

Students of related majors will gain some knowledge in the construction of furniture material system, and build a solid foundation for working in furniture industry. Others, including social learners, will also learn more about material and furniture, and have a more thorough understanding of the comprehensive performance of furniture products.

No professional background is required.