Mechanical Engineering Level 2
MEC2 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr S. Slaney.
Recommended Prior LearningSuccessful completion of at least 8 credits at Level 1 Mechanical Engineering or by approval of the HOD.
Mechanical Engineering Level 2
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.
Not all standards will be assessed for every student. A selection will be chosen to suit chosen projects.
Once all standards are achieved, there is the opportunity to be involved in an automotive project, or another project of their own design.
Course Overview
Term 1
Explore the possible issues that students can use to base their project on, or become part of the EVOlocity team, plan out their projects and collect necessary resources.
Term 2
Main bulk of the construction happens this term as well learning about health and safety, as well as a variety of common workshop tools.
Term 3
Finishing up the projects and completing the refinement and evaluations of their projects.
Term 4
Finish up any work, and last adjustments to projects, as well as competing in the EVOlocity challenge for the EVOlocity team.
Pathway
Mechanical Engineering Level 3
Career PathwaysRefrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Mechanical Engineer, Tow Truck Operator, Tyre Technician, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Mine/Quarry Manager, Aeronautical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Marine Engineer, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Automotive Technician, Automotive Refinisher
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery$100 for take home projects