1. Why is aluminium widely used in modern construction?

a) It is cheap but fragile
b) It is lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant
c) It absorbs water easily
d) It cannot be recycled

2. Compared to uPVC, aluminium systems are preferred because they…

a) Are heavier but less sustainable
b) Offer better long-term performance and design flexibility
c) Require no fabrication
d) Are cheaper in all cases

3. Which of these is a major advantage of aluminium in terms of sustainability?

a) 100% recyclable without loss of quality
b) Made from fossil fuels
c) Degrades under UV light
d) Cannot be reshaped once produced

4. Who is the AluExpert Academy course designed for?

a) Only experienced fabricators
b) Beginners, students, fabricators, CAD technicians, and career changers
c) Only architects
d) Sales staff with 10+ years of experience

5. Which UK aluminium system suppliers were mentioned in the course?

a) Schüco, Reynaers, Jack Aluminium, Senior Architectural Systems
b) IKEA, B&Q, Homebase
c) Tesla, Ford, Toyota
d) Only local joinery shops

6. What is the main purpose of a system manual?

a) To provide marketing brochures
b) To guide design, fabrication, and installation of systems
c) To compare aluminium with timber
d) To calculate salaries in the industry

7. Which of the following is typically found in a system manual?

a) Cross-section drawings, installation guides, and performance data
b) Furniture assembly instructions
c) List of restaurants near suppliers
d) Company’s yearly profit

8. What type of entry-level opportunities exist in the aluminium industry?

a) Only unpaid internships
b) Graduate programmes, apprenticeships, and junior technician roles
c) Only management positions
d) None, industry is closed to newcomers

9. Approximately how many companies in the UK specialise in aluminium windows, doors, and façades?

a) About 300
b) Around 3,000
c) About 30,000
d) Fewer than 100

10. After completing the AluExpert Academy course, what additional benefit do participants receive?

a) Free building materials
b) Access to a curated list of UK employers actively recruiting
c) A free holiday
d) Guaranteed lifetime job without application