Module Details
Module Code: |
PRAC C1602 |
Module Title:
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Workshop Practices
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Title:
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Workshop Practices
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Cathal Nolan
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Module Author:: |
Joe Dillane
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Module Description: |
To introduce students to the basic principles of good workshop practices and manufacturing technology.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
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. |
Dependencies |
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 |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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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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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
Practical | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.
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Reassessment Description Learners that fail but achieve a minimum final percentage of 30% in the module will be eligible for one or more of the following: Submit assignment, Re-submit components, Practical examination or Presentation.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Laboratory |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
48 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
11.87 |
178 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
6.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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W. Bolton. Basic Engineering, Butterworth-Heinemann, p.359, [ISBN: 0750625848].
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R. L. Timings. Manufacturing Technology, Prentice Hall, p.402, [ISBN: 0582356938].
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R. L. Timings,S. P. Wilkinson. Manufacturing Technology, Pearson Education, p.432, [ISBN: 0582357977].
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Stan Bray. Basic Lathework, Special Interest Model Books, p.182, [ISBN: 1854862618].
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Harold Hall. Milling, Specialist Interest Model Books Limited, p.144, [ISBN: 1854862324].
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Rajender Singh. Introduction to Basic Manufacturing Processes and Workshop Technology, ew Age International Limited, [ISBN: 9788122423167].
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Harold Hall. Dividing, Specialist Interest Model Books Limited, p.104, [ISBN: 1854862383].
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Ivan Law. Gears and Gear Cutting, Argusbooks, p.135, [ISBN: 0852429118].
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Tubal Cain. Hardening, Tempering and Heat Treatment, Fountain PressLtd, p.124, [ISBN: 0852428375].
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Tubal Cain. Drills, Taps and Dies, Fountain PressLtd, p.104, [ISBN: 0852428669].
| This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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Other Resources |
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Mechanical Engineering Community Forum,
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