Module Title: | Workshop Practices |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Module Aim: |
To introduce students to the basic principles of good workshop practices and manufacturing technology. |
Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to: |
LO1 |
Demonstrate an understanding of the correct safety procedures in accordance with the latest Health and Safety Act. |
LO2 |
Demonstrate an understanding of the correct procedures for the use of measuring instrumentation, preparation and marking out raw materials, use of hand tools and fabrication of engineering components in a workshop environment. |
LO3 |
Demonstrate in a workshop environment the fundamental principles of metal removal, describe cutter tool nomenclature and perform basic engineering calculations leading to metal removal. |
LO4 |
Demonstrate an understanding of the selection of appropriate materials for various industrial applications and engineering components. |
LO5 |
Develop 2D models and the generation of 2D drawings of these components using CAD systems. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. |
No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. |
No requirements listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Safety
Identification of hazards and dangers in the workshop environment.
Health and safety at work.
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Use of hand tools
Scriber, square, ruler, jennies, callipers, thread gauge, feeler gauge, radius gauge, files, punches, hammer, hacksaw, chisel
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Metrology
Gauging and measuring.
Use of Vernier callipers, micrometres, height gauges, depth gauges, dial test indicators. Use and care of slip gauges, sine bar, angular slip gauges, Vernier callipers, precision balls and rollers
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Fabrication, jointing methods & assembly.
Permanent joints e.g. riveting, soldering, brazing, silver soldering, gas welding, manual metal arc welding, adhesive bonding.
Semi-permanent joints e.g. locking devices, screwed fastenings, keys, dowels and circlips
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Machine tools and accessories
Introduction and safe operation of drilling machines, centre lathes, and milling machines. Practical demonstration of surface, cylindrical and off-hand grinding machines.
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Forming Processes
Sand, die and investment casting, Cold rolling and wire drawing, Hot rolling, forging, extrusion and upsetting, Injection and compression moulding.
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
Practical | 60.00% |
Continuous Assessment |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Written Report |
Report on hand-tools |
2 |
10.00 |
Week 3 |
Written Report |
Safety Report on inspection of an engineering facility |
1 |
10.00 |
Week 6 |
Short Answer Questions |
Class Test |
1,2,3,4 |
20.00 |
Week 12 |
Practical |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Practical/Skills Evaluation |
Lathe work, milling work, tapping & drilling, Welding & fabrication, forging |
1,2,3,4,5 |
60.00 |
Every Second Week |
No End of Module Formal Examination |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
Laboratory |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
Independent Learning |
15 Weeks per Stage |
11.87 |
Total Hours |
250.00 |
Module Delivered In
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