2 Mechanical Engineering Technology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr N. Padavatan.
This course will allow students to improve the skills that they learnt in 1 MET to better prepare themselves for working in the trades. This course will focus on students using a range of tools and machinery to develop skills and complete projects while showcasing the skills learnt and talents that are developing.
Course Overview
Term 1
Meet with HOD's/Deans - Options
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US 32051 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of mechanical engineering drawings and geometric construction in MaPS environment
Assessment 32051 - 4 Credits
Introduction to Engineering drawings and Geometric construction techniques.
Project - Gear Knob
Term 2
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US 32053 Demonstrate knowledge of and apply good work practices when performing machining operations in MaPS environment
Assessment 32053 - 7 Credits
Introduction to Engineering drawings and Geometric construction techniques.
Project - Tacking Hammer
Term 3
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US 32055 Demonstrate knowledge of and apply good work practices when performing machining operations in MaPS environment
Assessment 32055 - 7 Credits
Orthographic Projection and Isometric Drawing.
Introduction to basic welding techniques.
Term 4
Catchup- Completion of outstanding work
Pathway
This is a pre trade programme for students wishing to enter the mechanical engineering industry as an apprentice. Students gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge in machining and toolmaking and welding and fabrication.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of mechanical engineering drawings and geometric construction in MaPS environment
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of and apply good work practices when performing machining operations in MaPS environment
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of and apply good work practices when performing simple fabrication operations in MaPS environment