Course Title: Use workshop equipment and processes to complete an engineering project
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2014
Course Code: MIET7549C
Course Title: Use workshop equipment and processes to complete an engineering project
School: 130T Vocational Engineering
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6130 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: trainingsupport@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Alan Wazir
Phone: +61 3 9925 4153
Email: alan.wazir@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 60
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
This unit of competency covers the identification and use of a range of common workshop equipment and processes to complete a simple engineering project. It also focuses on developing and applying basic workshop skills and developing knowledge about equipment and processes and relating it to typical technical work requirements.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM30029A Use workshop equipment and processes to complete an engineering project |
Element: |
1. Research common engineering workshop equipment and processes |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify sources of professional, technical and trade assistance |
Element: |
2. Identify resources required to manufacture a simple engineered item |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Interpret design information from drawings and instructions |
Element: |
3. Use workshop equipment and processes to manufacture a simple engineered item |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Correctly prepare materials and equipment for the required operations |
Element: |
4. Assess workshop equipment and processes to technical engineering activities and engineering design process |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Justify selected workshop processes in terms of design criteria |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements
Details of Learning Activities
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this course and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Projects
Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:
EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.
EA2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well defined engineering problems.
EA2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency MEM30029A in the Assessment Matrix.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
| Weeks | Topics Delivered | Element/Performance Criteria |
| 1 | Safety Induction. Workshop and OHS checklist, Emergency evacuation procedure, assembly points. Introduction to the projects. Hand and machine tools to be used in the making of the projects, Emergency button locations on the machines and around the workshop. Ten minute Quiz | 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 3.4, 3.5 |
| 2 | Sources of professional, technical and trade assistance, common processes and techniques for working, shaping and joining metal, alloys and others materials, common engineering hand and power tools and their applications, common workshop equipment and applications | 1.1,1.2, 1.3, 1.4 |
| 3 | Toolbox work: Interpret design information from drawings and instructions, Select processes and techniques appropriate to task, Identify and select required tools, equipment, material and services, Prepare a simple work plan showing operational sequences, work priorities and optimal use of time and resources | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4 |
| 4 | Correctly prepare materials and equipment for the required operations, mark out parts of the toolbox, follow safe work practices and OH&S procedures, | 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 5 | Cut and finish to size, fold, materials, drill and pop rivet parts as per drawing. | 3.1, 3.2. 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 6 | Cut and finish to size, fold, materials, drill and pop rivet parts as per drawing. | 3.1, 3.2. 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 7 | Assemble toolbox. Toolbox due | 3.1, 3.2. 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 8 | Start New practical exercise - drawing interpretation and manufacturing process | 3.1, 3.2. 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 9 | Mid-Semester Break | |
| 10 | Continue manufacturing of machining exercise | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 11 | Continue manufacturing of machining exercise | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 12 | Continue manufacturing of machining exercise | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 13 | Complete manufacture of final piece(s) | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 14 | Assemble machining exercise | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 15 | Complete final stages of finishing. Workshop Theory assignment due | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 16 | Second Practical exercise due | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
| 17 | Revision and feedback | 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Occupational Health and Safety Videos |
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Workshop Induction Handouts |
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Machine Induction Handouts |
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Machining videos (RMIT Library, Carlton.) |
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Component Manufacturing drawings |
Other Resources
Material is supplied via BlackBoard and handouts
Overview of Assessment
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:
Assessment 1: Test / Quiz (OH&S / Hand Tools)
Weighting towards final grade (%): 10
Assessment 2: Toolbox
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40
Assessment 3: Machining practical exercise
Weighting towards final grade (%): 50
These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
Assessment Mapping Matrix
|
Elements/ Performance Criteria |
Test/Quiz |
Toolbox Practical |
Machining Practical Exercise |
1.1 |
X |
X |
X |
1.2 |
X |
X |
X |
1.3 |
X |
X |
X |
1.4 |
X |
X |
X |
2.1 |
X |
X |
X |
2.2 |
|
X |
X |
2.3 |
X |
X |
X |
2.4 |
X |
X |
X |
3.1 |
X |
X |
X |
3.2 |
X |
X |
X |
3.3 |
X |
X |
X |
3.4 |
X |
X |
X |
3.5 |
X |
X |
X |
3.6 |
X |
X |
X |
3.7 |
X |
X |
X |
3.8 |
X |
X |
X |
3.9 |
X |
X |
X |
4.1 |
X |
X |
X |
4.2 |
X |
X |
X |
4.3 |
X |
X |
X |
Assessment Tasks
1. Quiz (OH&S) - 5%
4. Written Workshop theory Assignment - 15%
3. Toolbox - 40%
4. Second Practical - machining exercise - 40%
All Assignments will go through Academic Integrity Check software TurnItIn. One student of a group will have account created for this software and must submit the group report by 5 pm on Due Week through TurnItIn. Please also refer to the marking guide for more detail information about all assessments.
This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:
80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs MEM30029A Elements & Performance Criteria
| MEM30029A Elements and performance criteria | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Assessments | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| 1. Quiz | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||
| 2. Workshop Theory AssIgnment | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| 3. Toolbox | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 4. Machining Practical | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
| Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies | ||||||||||||||||
| EA 1.1 | EA 1.2 | EA 1.3 | EA 1.4 | EA 1.5 | EA 1.6 | EA 2.1 | EA 2.2 | EA 2.3 | EA 2.4 | EA 3.1 | EA 3.2 | EA 3.3 | EA 3.4 | EA 3.5 | EA 3.6 | |
| Quiz | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||
| Toolbox | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Soft Hammer | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| All Assessments MEM30029A | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 0 (Blank) | Graduate attribute is not assessed | |||||||||||||||
| 1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
| 2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element | |||||||||||||||
| 3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element |
Other Information
Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, project work, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 20 hours outside the class time.
Study and Learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Disability Liaison Unit:
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit
Late Submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special Consideration:
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please refer www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Email Communication:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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