To produce, by etching away unwanted copper, an electronic circuit board designed to meet a specific requirement.

Explains the relative merits of three different ways of producing printed circuit boards by etching copper-clad boards.

The corrosion resistance of iron and steel can be improved by treatment with sulfuric and phosphoric acids. Other metals are also affected through the introduction of chemicals.

In this issue we take an in depth look at the new draft GCSE specifications for Technology. We look at what is on offer from the Textiles Skills Academy and the Food Teachers Centre.

We review a painless introduction to microcontrollers as well as the usual health and safety updates.