1 Mechanical Engineering Technology
1MET Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr N. Padavatan.
Recommended Prior Learning
This course is designed to introduce students to a pathway that covers a wide range of skills required for a variety of trade related occupations. Students will learn new skills and focus on Health and Safety in the workshop by using a range of different mechanical engineering tools to make a range of different projects. It is advisable that students take this course if they are interested in trade related career pathways which include the automotive industries, plumbing, roofing, fitting, turning and welding.
Course Overview
Term 1
Meet with Deans - Options
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US22926 Demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures in a specific engineering workshop
Assessment US22926 - 2 Credits
Begin planning for a technological outcome.
Project - Junior Hacksaw
Term 2
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US22923 Demonstrate basic engineering workshop skills under close supervision
Assessment US22923 - 12 Credits
AS (1.1) - Develop a materials/processing technology outcome for an authentic context]
Project - Tool Clamp
Term 3
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
Main focus fo r tis term planning and practical engineering skills
AS (1.2) - [Develop a materials/processing outcome by transforming, manipulating or combining different materials].
Project - Machinists Hammer
Term 4
Consolidation and completion of projects and outstanding work.
Assessment Information
All assessments are internally assessed, and may have both a written and practical component.
2 Introduction to Automotive, 2 Mechanical Engineering Technology
The course incorporates the following basic skills and knowledge:
* basic workshop safety procedures;
* basic engineering workshop techniques including, cutting, marking out,
measuring, joining, assembly, and finishing;
* use of basic tools and machinery; and
* investigation, design and building of a simple product.
Fabrication Engineer, Building and Construction Labourer, Mechanical Engineer, Carpenter, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Welder, Fencer, Locksmith, Roofer, Scaffolder, Mining Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Loader, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Aircraft Refueller, Product Assembler, Building Surveyor, Architect, Architectural Technician, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Heavy Truck Driver, Medical Physicist, Electronics Engineer, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Automotive Technician