Approx Cost:
$110 for materials. Any extra materials will be charged accordingly.
Technology Requirements:
A laptop is essential for this course
Entry Recommendations:

Open entry  

Previous experience in Materials Technology courses recommended. 

Course Outline:
  • Health and safety (demonstrating safe practices in the workshop)
  • Accuracy, precision, marking out (basic measurements) and literacy
  • Planning, research, evaluating product, quality finishing
  • Evaluating individual performance
  • using hand tools, equipment and machinery
  • preparing cutting lists and orthographic drawings

In this semester course students learn about machining and equipment through the application of them into a practical project along with written evidence.

Over the two semesters, two projects are undertaken.  Both projects involve machine work on the lathe and milling machine.  A variety of hand work and braising could be added to the projects.  The projects are either a machinery, fabrication, or welding project. 

 

Where Does It Lead:

Materials Technology (Hard Materials) Courses, MTE203

This course leads to polytechnic courses, Metal-based trade industries and metal-related employment opportunities.

For further information see:
Mr van Wezel