pre-requisites
Requires Level 1 Engineering credits.
Course Description:
This is the second year of a three-year pre-trade course in Engineering, continuing
on from Level 1 Technology Engineering. Students will learn basic core engineering skills such as use of hand and power tools, machine skills, workshop safety, welding skills and engineering design, which can lead into many facets of the engineering industry. There is a large practical component in this course and practical projects must be undertaken.
Course leads to:
Modern Apprenticeships and further Tertiary Study and Training.
Modern Apprenticeships and further Tertiary Study and Training.
course leads to
Level 3 Mechanical Engineering
Modern Apprenticeships and further Tertiary Study and Training.
Modern Apprenticeships and further Tertiary Study and Training.
assessment standards
U.S. 21911 - To demonstrate knowledge of hazards, personal safety, safe work practices and safe use of equipment on engineering worksites in accordance with Worksafe guidelines.
U.S. 32053 - To demonstrate knowledge of machines and machine components; demonstrate knowledge of machining principles; demonstrate knowledge of cutting tools; apply good work practices when performing machining operations; apply good work practices when completing machining operations.
A.S. 32055 - To demonstrate knowledge of fabrication equipment components; demonstrate knowledge of common fabrication materials and processes; apply good work practices when preparing for fabrication of simple components; apply good work practices when fabricating simple components to meet job specifications.
internal credits
16
total number of credits
16
hod
Ms C Topp