Year 12
Mechanical Engineering
Prerequisites Completion of a Diploma Prep course in metal, reaching the minimum level of Stage 3 is strongly recommended for study of Materials Technology at NCEA. Students must also have a proven track record of being safe in the workshops. Students not meeting these requirements should speak to the HoD Workshop Technologies to discuss suitability of enrolment in this course. Description Below is a selection of Unit Standards that could be delivered to give students exposure to Mechanical Engineering in a practical context. The Unit Standards are delivered in a series of practical projects predetermined and built from plans. These projects are documented by a log of evidence towards attainment of the standards. The emphasis is on developing practical skills and knowledge. The breakdown of time allocation for this course equates to about 80% in a workshop environment, and 20% in a design and theory classroom.
Assessment This course contributes towards NCEA Level 2, with all credits internally assessed. A selection of the following Unit Standards will be assessed: • US 21911 (2 credits – internal) Demonstrate knowledge of safety on engineering worksites. • US 21907 (4 credits – internal) Demonstrate knowledge of welding principles and quality control and safe welding practice under supervision. • US 29674 (3 credits – internal) Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical fasteners used in mechanical engineering. • US 2395 (4 credits – internal) Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the selection, use, and care of engineering hand tools. • US 2396 (4 credits – internal) Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the selection, use, and care of portable hand held engineering power tools. • US 32053 (7 credits – internal) Demonstrate knowledge of and apply good work practices when performing machining operations in MaPS environment.
All assessments use Industry Training Organisation-designed and moderated (Competenz) assessment material.
NB: University Entrance will not be available via this course.
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