Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD) teaches internationally acknowledged principles that have both academic and technical applications...
Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD) teaches internationally acknowledged principles that have both academic and technical applications. The emphasis in EGD is on teaching specific basic knowledge and various drawing techniques and skills so that the EGD learners will be able to interpret and produce drawings within the contexts of Mechanical Technology, Civil Technology and Electrical Technology.
THE MAIN TOPICS OF EGD:
THE SPECIFIC AIMS OF EGD ARE TO TEACH THE FOLLOWING:
THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH EGD LEARNER ARE:
NOTE: A workbook / work file may only be used in conjunction with a textbook and not as a substitution for a textbook.
Motor mechanics introduces students to the fundamentals of vehicle technology and equips them with the necessary confidence to perform basic tasks related to...
Motor mechanics introduces students to the fundamentals of vehicle technology and equips them with the necessary confidence to perform basic tasks related to, for example, vehicle components, engines, gearboxes, fuel systems, body components and electronic systems. The tasks are limited to removal, cleaning, servicing (replenishing of fluid) and fitting.
TOPICS TO BE STUDIED IN MOTOR MECHANICS:
THE SPECIFIC AIMS:
The learner is able to:
Focuses on the manufacturing and machining of machines parts using processes such as lathe turning, milling, cutting, shaping...
Focuses on the manufacturing and machining of machines parts using processes such as lathe turning, milling, cutting, shaping, fitting of keys, couplings, bushes, shafts and bearings.
Turning is a machining process in which a cutting tool, typically a non-rotary tool bit, moves linearly while the work piece rotates. Turning can be done manually, in a traditional form of lathe, or by using an automated lathe. Today the most common type of such automation is computer numerical control, better known as CNC. (CNC is also commonly used with many other types of machining besides turning).
When turning, a piece of relatively rigid material is rotated and a cutting tool is traversed along axes of motion to produce precise diameters and depths. Turning can be either on the outside of the cylinder or on the inside (also known as to produce tubular components of various geometries.
The turning processes are typically carried out on a lathe, considered to be the oldest machine tools, and can be of four different types, namely straight turning, taper turning, profiling or external grooving. These types of turning processes can produce various shapes of materials such as straight, conical, curved or grooved work pieces. In general, turning uses simple, single point cutting tools. Each group of work piece materials have an optimum set of tool angles which have been developed through the years.
Milling operates on the principle of rotary motion. A milling cutter is spun about an axis while a work piece is advanced through it in such a way that the cutters are able to shave chips of material. This non-continuous cutting operation means that no surface cut by a milling machine will ever be completely smooth; at a very close level (microscopic for very fine feed rates), it will always contain regular ridges.
WHO IS BEST SUITED FOR FITTING & MACHINING:
The Fitting and Machining pathway course is for individuals whose duties include performing engineering measurements, calculations, planning activities, a range of cutting processes, use drawings and mark out, maintain drives, and precision work, use lathes and mills.
Possible career opportunities for graduates include:
Nearly everything we use in our daily life is welded or made by equipment that is welded. Welders help build metal products from furniture...
DEFINITION
Nearly everything we use in our daily life is welded or made by equipment that is welded. Welders help build metal products from furniture to buildings. The use of welding is practically unlimited and there is no lack of variety of the type of work that is done.
Welding is defined as a process for joining similar metals. Welding joins metals by melting and fusing:
Welding employs pinpointed, localized heat input. Most welding involves ferrous based metals such as steel and stainless steel.
PURPOSE
The Basic Welding and Metalwork qualification is to provide learners with the standards and the range of skills required to work effectively in the welding industry and to meet the challenges of the welding and metalwork environment in South Africa.
This Qualification recognises the basic skills, knowledge and values acquired by learners to do welding. The purpose of this Qualification is to develop learners who, after completion, demonstrate the ability to:
Communicate (speak and demonstrate) effectively in order to achieve personal, business and organizational objectives by reading of basic words and understanding pictures and interpreting basic work instructions and drawings, maintaining effective relationships; exploring options for further learning. (These functions may require mediation).
UNIQUE FEATURES AND SCOPE
The Basic Welding and Metalwork qualification gives learners the opportunity to:
Electrical Technology focuses on the understanding and application of electrical and electronic principles. The subject focuses on three main areas of...
WHAT IS ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY?
Electrical Technology focuses on the understanding and application of electrical and electronic principles. The subject focuses on three main areas of specialisation, namely:
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
Electrical Technology unlocks a world of potential opportunities to any learner taking the subject. Owing to the nature of electrical Technology, it is easy and relatively cheap to setup and operate an electrical/electronic/digital workshop at home for the purpose of starting a business or to practise a hobby for personal gain.
Learners that opt for careers not related to the subject will have sufficient knowledge and skills at the end of Grade12 to continue experimenting for the purpose of self-tuition and the practice of electrical technique.
Learners taking Electrical Technology will opt for one of the following study opportunities:
Career and life experience opportunities that exist for learners with a foundation in Electrical Technology include:
SPECIFIC AIMS
Electrical Technology as a whole aims to equip the learner with a firm foundation in electronic and electrical principles which has been translated from a knowledge base into practical skills by the end of Grade 12.
Through the integrated completion of theoretical work, practical assessment tasks (PAT) and simulations the following skills are developed:
Knowledge of subject principles combined with applied electrical skills equips the electrical Technology learner with a unique set of skills, placing her/him apart from other learners and in a category much desired by industry, tertiary institutions and entrepreneurs. Learners with electrical Technology markedly fare better, during the first two years at tertiary level when studying engineering, than learners without this background, giving them the advantage when studying engineering. The need for skilled workers in South Africa has been outlined numerous times in national strategies such as the National Skills Fund (NSF), ASGISA and more.
The aim is to develop the skills levels of learners from Grade 10-12 to such an extent that they can enter a career pathway as soon as possible. Despite portability issues into NCV courses, learners with electrical Technology can enter the world of work as an apprentice or enter a learnership following matriculation.
Learners offering Civil Technology will opt for one of the following career opportunities...
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Learners offering Civil Technology will opt for one of the following career opportunities:
Career and life experience opportunities for learners with a foundation in Civil Technology include those of:
SPECIFIC AIMS
The aim of the subject Civil Technology is to develop the skills levels of learners from Grade 10-12 to such an extent that they will be able to enter a career pathway at a Further Education and Training college or a university immediately after obtaining the National Senior Certificate. Learners will be ready to enter into learnerships or apprenticeships that will prepare them for a trade test.
WHAT IS CIVIL TECHNOLOGY?
Civil Technology focuses on concepts and principles in the built environment and on the technological process. It embraces practical skills and the application of scientific principles. This subject aims to create and improve the built environment to enhance the quality of life of the individual and society and to ensure the sustainable use of the natural environment. The subject focuses on three main areas, namely:
TOPICS TO BE STUDIED IN CIVIL TECHNOLOGY