SHS3 Applied Technology · Semester 1, Week 10

Engineering Materials, Tools and Machines

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Curriculum details

Strand
Metal Technology (Strand 2)
Sub-strand
Engineering Materials, Tools and Machines (2.1)
Content standard
3.2.1.CS.1 - 3.2.1.CS.1 Demonstrate understanding of use and care for engineering tools and computerized machines 3.2.1.LO.1 Be able to use selected manual and computerised machines.
Indicator
3.2.1.LI.6 - Describe and perform operations using lasers
Suggested placement
Semester 1, Week 10 (Week 10 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference
NaCCA curriculum document, p. 142

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Group work/collaborative learning: Guide learners to perform design for manufacturability incorporating CAD applications used to create the model for lasers in mixed ability groups E.g., Creating a simple design or prototype on a sheet metal or wood using lasers.

Assessment (3.2.1.AS.6). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials:
- Chart
- real object
- CNC milling
- CNC lathe
- 3D printer
- video clips of CNC operations
- Industrial visit
- CNC drilling
- CNC grinding
- Laser