Mechanical Engineering Level 1
MEC1 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr S. Slaney.
Recommended Prior LearningSuccessful completion of a year 10 Technology course or by approval of the HOD.
Mechanical Engineering Level 1
A workshop course with the emphasis on practical skills leading to greater knowledge and understanding of Mechanical Engineering systems and implementations. Credits are obtained by a combination of theory and practical based assessment provided through Competenz, as well as NCEA achievement standards. Successful projects in the past have included a gravity powered vehicle or drift trike, which when completed, students have a choice to make a project of their choice.
Course Overview
Term 1
Exploring the brief for making a vehicle and possible solutions, and learning essential skills for construction.
Term 2
Deepening understanding of tool use in the workshop and project construction.
Term 3
Project completion and gathering feedback.
Term 4
Bringing it all together.
Furniture & Mechanics, Technology
Pathway
Mechanical Engineering Level 2
Career PathwaysMechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Mechanical Engineer, Marine Engineer, Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Salesperson
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery$100 for take home projects