Ratified Machineshop 2018
Ratified Machineshop 2018
2018
FOR
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
IN
MACHINESHOP ENGINEERING
1.0 PREAMBLE
The course is designed to develop an artisan with knowledge, skills and attitudes to competently
practice fitting including machining in the Mechanical industry. The total duration of the
course is 1620 notional hours spread over a period of two (2) years and one (1) year On the Job
Education and Training (OJET). The minimum entry requirements into this course are English
Language, a relevant Science subject and Mathematics passed at Ordinary Level with grade C or
better and any other two subjects or National Foundation Certificate (NFC) subjects or equivalent.
The course is offered on a full time, part time, Block release or Open Distance e-Learning (ODeL)
basis. The assessment is through continuous assessment and written examination and On the Job
Education and Training (OJET). The course will consider gender mainstreaming, sustainable
development, physical challenges, health dispositions and the intersections between race, class and
culture. It shall embrace innovative heritage-based education and training philosophy to solve
national problems and to produce goods and services for industrialization and modernization.
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2.0 AIM
To produce an artisan with knowledge, competences and attitudes required to work in a
Mechanical Engineering Workshop.
3.0 OBJECTIVES
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
3.1 apply the theoretical and technological principles of Machineshop engineering.
3.2 apply mathematical concepts to solve engineering problems.
3.3 apply engineering science principles to solve engineering problems.
3.4 generate engineering drawings using a drawing board.
3.5 demonstrate the practical principles of Machineshop engineering.
3.6 generate engineering drawings using CAD software.
3.7 demonstrate patriotism to national issues.
3.8 operate a sustainable business.
3.9 apply communication skills in the engineering field.
3.10 demonstrate the Machineshop Engineering practices to real world of work.
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5.0 DURATION
The course duration is 1620 notional hours spread over two (2) years and one (1) year On
-the Job Education and Training (OJET).
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8.0 ASSESSMENT
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9.0 GRADING
0% to 49% - Fail
50% to 59% - Pass
60% to 79% - Credit
80% and above - Distinction
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11.0 RE-WRITE
11.1 Re-write(s) should conform to current course structure.
11.2 Candidates should pass at least two thirds of the course to qualify for a
referral.
11.3 Any candidate who fails to pass at least two thirds of the course should repeat the
whole course, including the subjects they would have passed.
11.4 There is no time limit for which to re-write a failed examination.
11.5 There is no aggregation for re-writes.
11.6 All re-writes should pass on performance in the examination.
11.7 If a candidate fails continuous assessment he/she repeats the subject
12.0 EXEMPTIONS
12.1 Exemptions are only granted in subjects already attained from a completed
accredited qualification provided an exemption certificate specifying subjects of
exemption is produced.
12.2 Exemption certificate should be applied for at enrolment and produced before
registration for examinations.
14.0 RESOURCES
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Centre Square
Bevel Protractor
Inside Callipers
Outside Callipers
Jenny Legs with Adjustable Scribing Point
Scribers: Double – Ended
Depth gauge: Metric
Wire Gauge Imperial
Drill gauge: Metric
Combination Set
Trammel Heads (Pairs)
Engineer’s Straight Edge
Engineer’s Level
External Micrometre set 0 – 75 mm
Vernier Callipers
Internal Micrometre set with Extensions: 25 – 200mm
Micrometre Depth Gauge
Screw Thread Gauge 1 75 – 3mm pitch
Surface Plate
Surface Gauge
Angle Plate
Vee Block Sets
Centre Punch
Parallel Pin Punch Set: 1. 6 – 95 mm diameter
Automatic Centre Punch
Letter Making Punch Set: 3mm Character Height
Number Marking Punch Set: 3mm Character Height
Hand Engraver Set: Variable Speed and Stroke
Universal Test Indicator
Dial Test Indicator with Magnetic Base
Small Hole Gauge Set: 3.2 – 12.7mm
Telescopic Gauge Set: 12.7 – 152.4mm
General Purpose Feeler Gauge Set: 0.05mm – 0.8mm
Screw Pitch Gauge Set: 0.75 – 13.0 mm
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Bolt Cutter
Circlip Pliers Set: Internal and External
Allen Key, Set XZN – M5 to M21
Precision Honing Tool
Chuck Tap Wrench
Hexagonal Screw Driver bit set
Impact screw driver Set
Bush Driver Set
Hydraulic Nut – splinter
Two – Arm Puller
Three – Arm puller
Bearing Puller set
Nipple Forming Tool
Bench Grinder: Double – Ended
Bench Vice
Drill Bit Sharpener
Pneumatic Wrench Set
Twist and Bending testing machine
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1.0 AIM
The aim of the subject is to provide the student with knowledge, competencies and
attitudes required in Machineshop Engineering environment.
2.0 OBJECTIVES
By the end of covering the subject content, the student should be able to:
2.1 select hand, marking and measuring tools for a given task.
2.2 use Machineshop Engineering machines and equipment.
2.3 apply engineering standards of accuracy and principles to operations carried out in
a Machineshop Engineering environment.
2.4 explain heat treatment procedures carried out in a Machineshop.
2.5 relate maintenance procedures in a Machineshop.
2.6 implement safety procedures stipulated in Machineshop Engineering
environment.
3.0 TOPICS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
HAND AND BENCH TOOLS
POWERED HAND TOOLS
MEASURING TOOLS
MARKING OUT TOOLS
DRILLING AND OPERATIONS
ENGINEERING MATERIALS
GAUGING
HEAT TREATMENT
GRINDING
POWERSAWS
LATHE MACHINE
SLOTTING AND BROACHING
STANDARDS OF ACCURACY
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4.0 CONTENT
4.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
4.1.1 Identify and implement all basic safety precautions relevant to fitting and machine
shop.
- Personal grooming
- Housekeeping
- Securing of work pieces
- Metal removal operations
- Fitting equipment and lifting procedures
4.1.2 FACTORIES ACT REGULATIONS
- use of current Occupational Health and Safety literature.
4.1.3 FIRST AID
Demonstrate and implement appropriate remedial action in emergencies involving the
following: -
-Electric shock
-Fire burns
-Oil burns
-Toxic gas
-Chemical poisoning
4.1.4 FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT AND PROCEDURES
Select and correctly operate fire-fighting equipment for effective use on the
following classes of fire.
4.1.4.1 Class A
- wood, cloth, paper
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4.1.4.2 Class B
- flammable liquids – petrol, oil, grease, fats
4.1.4.3 Class C
4.1.4.4 Class D
4.1.5 WORKSHOP SAFETY
4.1.5.1 Identify and operate all emergency switches in the workshop.
4.1.5.2 Demonstrate proper sanitation in all workshop activities.
4.1.5.3 Demonstrate the proper use and/storage of the following: -
- chemicals
- oil
- toxic gases
- electricity
flammable gases
4.1.5.4 Identify and implement the procedures involved in the use of machine safety
guards /screens, warning notices and signals.
4.1.5.5 Demonstrate the correct procedures involved in the lifting and moving of heavy
materials and workshop equipment.
4.1.5.6 Identify and implement all safety precautions relating to machines and machine
tools.
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4.2.9 List the relative merits and limitations of both powered and non-powered hand
tools in terms of speed of production, cost, accuracy and fatigue caused to the
operator.
4.2.10 Select appropriate powered and non- powered hand tools to produce basic shapes
4.2.11 Identify common hand tools and perform the necessary bench work operations
efficiently and safely to include types of:
- vices e.g. bench, pipe, pin, hand etc their care and uses.
- files e.g. hand flat round etc. Their care and uses.
- hammers e.g. ball pein, straight pein, etc their care and uses.
- chisels e.g. cross cut, round nose, diamond point flat – their care and uses.
- scrapers e.g. flat, curved, disc (Hollow, scrappers) etc – their care and uses.
- punches e.g. centre, dot, drift, pin etc – their care and uses.
- saws e.g. centre, dot, drift, pin etc - their care and uses.
- Reamers e.g. standard, collapsible etc - their care and uses.
- tape wrenches, tap, stocks and dies – their care and uses.
- broaches e.g. pull or push, solid or inserted – their care and uses.
- laps e.g. internal and external laps - their care and uses.
- assembling tools e.g. spanners, pliers, screw drivers, Allen keys- care and
uses.
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4.5.5 Describe the correct procedures in the care and maintenance of marking out tools.
4.6 GAUGING
4.6.1 Explain the need and importance of gauging
4.6.2 Describe the principle of gauging with reference to limits and fits.
4.6.3 List gauge types used and explain their applications.
4.6.4 Explain the procedures required to maintain gauges in safe and operational
conditions.
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4.8.2 List the following engineering materials and categorise these materials in their
respective classes.
4.8.2.1 Non – Metallic
(a) plastics
-Distinguish between thermosetting and thermoplastic
(b) wood
(c) rubber
(d) ceramics
4.8.2.2 Metallic
- ferrous
(a) cast iron
- Plain carbon steels
-Wrought iron
-Dead mild steel
-Mild steel
-Medium steel
-High carbon
-High speed steel
4.8.2.3 Non-Ferrous
-Aluminium
-Copper
-Zinc
- Lead
-Tin
4.8.2.4 Alloys
-brass
-bronze
-babitt
4.8.3 Alloying elements and their effects on steel (nickel, chromium, cobalt, carbon,
vanadium, sulphur, lead)
4.8.4 State and describe the following mechanical properties of engineering materials.
- Hardness
- Ductility
- Malleability
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- Toughness
- Brittles
- Elasticity
- Plasticity
4.10 GRINDING
4.10.1 List and describe grinding operations, considerations being given to safety,
wheel mounting and work holding devices.
4.10.2 Name the major parts of each grinding machine and describe their
functions:
(a) off – hand grinder
(b) surface grinder
(c) cylindrical grinder
(d) centreless grinder
4.10.3 Identify the work holding devices in surface and cylindrical grinders.
4.10.4 List the types of abrasives and their applications under the following
classes:
- natural (diamond, quartz)
- artificial (silicon carbide, aluminium oxide)
4.10.5 List the types of bonds and state their applications.
4.10.6 Describe the mounting and balancing of grinding wheels
4.10.7 Identify grinding faults and their remedies when grinding.
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4.12 LATHE
4.12.1 List the main parts of a centre lathe and their functions:
- headstock
- bed
- quick change gearbox
- tailstock
- carriage (cross slide, compound slide, tool post, saddle and apron)
4.12.2 State the criteria used to designate the size and capacity of a centre lathe.
4.12.3 State and describe the uses of the following lathe accessories:
- chucks (3 jaw, 4 jaw and collet)
- faceplates
- centres
- driving dogs
- Mandrels
- steadies
- drive plate
4.12.4 Describe lathe tool geometry.
- rake angles
- clearance angles
- approach angles
4.12.5 State and explain the advantages of cutting tool materials:
- carbon steel
- high speed steel
- tipped tools (tungsten carbides)
- insert tool
- ceramics
- diamond tools
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4.12.6 Calculate the appropriate speeds and feeds relative to size and material of
the work pieces and the tool material.
4.12.7 Describe correct tool mounting and setting procedure on a centre lathe.
4.12.8 State the benefits in the use of cutting fluids on centre lathe operations.
4.12.9 Describe the following centre lathe operations:
- facing
- turning
- boring
- knurling
- form turning
- taper turning
- parting off
- parallel turning
- thread cutting
4.12.10 List and identify the operations of the listed production lathes.
- turret lathe
- capstan lathe
- automatic lathe
- Computer Numerically Controlled lathe (CNC)
- copy lathe
4.12.11 Describe the different methods for eccentric turning for two or more
throws.
4.12.12 Describe the methods of cutting the following thread forms in
both left and right hand and both single and multi – start thread
- Vee threads (ISO, UNC, UNF, Whitworth)
- Square
- Acme
- Buttress
4.12.13 State and describe the application of the thread forms listed in
4.12.12.
4.12.14 Calculate change gears for thread cutting (both imperial and
metric)
4.12.15 Describe the purpose and operations of the thread chasing dial.
4.12.16 Explain with the aid of sketches, the following thread terminology.
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- pitch
- pitch circle diameter
- major diameter
- minor diameter
- thread angle
- helix angle
- lead
- root
- crest
- flank
4.12.17 State the relationship between pitch, lead and number of starts.
4.12.18 Describe limit gauges, thread angle gauge, thread file, thread pitch gauge and
thread chasers (internal and external) as methods of measuring and checking
threads.
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- economic manufacture
4.14.4 Define the terminology related to limits and fits:
- nominal size
- actual size
- upper limit
- lower limit
- unilateral tolerance
- bilateral tolerance
- allowance
4.14.5 Relate the system of limits and fits to the use of limit gauges in the workshop:
- plain plug and ring gauge
- thread plug and ring gauge
- snap or gap gauge
- taper plug and ring
4.16 MILLING
4.16.1 State safety precautions related to milling machines.
4.16.2 Identify different types of milling machines (horizontal, vertical, universal)
4.16.3 State how the sizes of milling machines are designated.
4.16.4 Identify main parts of milling machines and their functions.
4.16.5 Describe and explain the concept of speeds and feeds when applied to
milling.
(a) Define speed and feed
(b) Determine the correct cutting speeds and feeds for various materials and
operations.
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(c) Calculate and correctly set feed and speed controls basing on:
- type of material
- type of cutter
- rigidity of work piece
- condition of machine
(d) Calculate time taken and material removal rate when using milling
machines.
4.16.6 Explain the effects of depth of cut on:
- cutter
- machine
- material
- rigidity of work piece
4.16.7 Select the proper work holding devices e.g. machine vices; tee-bolts and clamps.
4.16.8 Select and mount cutter and cutter holding devices e.g. collets
4.16.9 Describe cutting tools and explain their geometry.
(a) Give the advantages and limitations of different cutting tool materials.
(b) List and explain the principles of multi – point cutting tools when milling.
(c) Perform calculations involving material removal rate.
(d) Compare the advantages and limitation of solid tool constructions, tipped
tools and inserts.
(i) Sketch and describe the following types of solid milling cutters and
their applications
- End mill
- Slot drill
- Face mill
- Side cutter and fall cutter (barrel) mill
- Angle cutter
- Tee slot cutter
- Dovetail cutter
4.16.10 Define gang and straddle milling and state when to apply each of them.
4.16.11 Define and explain up- cut and down-cut milling stating merits and
limitations of each process.
4.16.12 Describe all the basic milling processes such as:
(a) key way cutting
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4.18 FABRICATION
Describe and explain the following:
- arc welding
- gas welding
- brazing
- soldering
- sheet metal work joints
- riveting
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- oil
- grease
(b) Cutting Fluids
- chemicals
- mineral water
- fat oil
- cutting paste
- Compounds
- Soluble oil
- pressure additives
- gases
4.19.3 State the engineering applications of the lubricants and cutting fluids in 4.19.2
above.
4.19.3 State reasons for selecting oil or grease as lubricants.
4.19.4 Explain the characteristics of lubricants and cutting fluids.
4.19.5 Describe the methods of application of lubricants and cutting fluids.
4.20 HYDRAULICS
4.20.1 Define the following terms as they relate to hydraulic systems:
- hydrostatic
- hydrodynamics
4.20.2 State the components of a hydraulic circuit to include:
- reservoir
- filters and strainers
- actuators (linear, rotary and semi rotary)
- valves – directional and pressure
- pumps – (vane, gear, screw and piston types)
- Pipes, hoses and joints
4.20.3 Illustrate the symbols used in hydraulic circuits.
4.20.4 Give examples of the use of components in 4.20.2 in hydraulics.
4.20.5 State and describe the characteristics/properties of hydraulic fluids.
4.20.6 List hydraulic operated equipment found in an Engineering workshop.
4.20.7 State the functions of a hydraulic fluid.
- power transmission
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- lubrication
- dissipation of heat
- protection against corrosion
- internal sealing
4.20.8 Define the following terminology related to hydraulics
- obliteration
- silt sensitivity
- stick – slip
- cavitation
- viscosity
- viscosity index
- setting point
- “oil – in – water” emulsion
- aqueous solutions
- “water – in – oil” emulsion
4.21 PNEUMATICS
4.21.1 State and describe the properties of compressed air.
4.21.2 State the advantages and limitations of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
4.21.3 Illustrate the symbols used on pneumatic diagrams.
4.21.4 List some relevant examples of pneumatic operated equipment often found in the
workshop to include hammers, presses, saws, drills and guns.
4.21.5 Draw symbol pneumatic circuits using standard symbols and explain how they
work.
4.22 FITTING
4.22.1 Describe and explain various fitting processes.
4.22.2 Describe the procedure of caring out installation, maintenance and overhaul of
machinery and equipment.
4.22.3 Explain the procedures involved in the installation, maintenance and overhaul of
machines, machinery and equipment.
4.22.4 Describe the use of the following fasteners and locators:
(a) keys
- woodruff
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- flat
- gib head
- feather
(b) fasteners
- bolts
- nuts
- studs
- screws
- washers
(c) locking and retaining devices
- locking plates
- locknuts
- spring washers
- peening
- fibre insert bolts and nuts
- circlips
- washers
4.22.5 State applications of the following types of extractors
(a) pullers
(b) stud extractors
(c) tap extractors
4.22.6 Explain the usage of the following types of presses and jacks:
- arbour press
- fly press
- hydraulic press and jack
- screw jacks.
4.22.7 State types of bearings, their materials of manufacture and applications:
(a) Frictional Bearings
- flat or regular – solid or split angle.
- linear: materials – Babbitt, brass, bronze, aluminium, non –
metallic.
(b) Anti – frictional Bearings
- ball (thrust and radial)
- roller (thrust and radial)
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- spherical
4.22.8 State and explain the use of the following types of couplings:
(a) Rigid Couplings
- flanged
- compression
- clamp
(b) Flexible Couplings
- slider
- roller chain
- Falk chain
- gear
- rubber
4.22.9 Describe the coupling alignment methods:
(a) Simple
- straightedge
- taper gauge
- feeler gauge
- callipers inside/outside
(b) Precision
-dial test indicator
-inside micrometer
-paper and pencil
-suitable stands
4.22.10 State the application of various seals and gaskets including:
(a) Gaskets and gasket materials
(b) Seals
- piston
- lip seals
- O – rings
- V – rings
- Packing – “V” and cup packing
4.22.11 State the application of the following belt and pulley arrangements:
(a) Drive Belts
- “V” – belts
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- Flat belts
- Toothed belts
(b) Pulleys
- V – pulley
- crowned pulleys
- idler pulleys
- flanged pulleys
4.22.12 State the types of pumps, valves and gear boxes, their application.
(a) Pumps
- Centrifugal
- Mono
- Gear
- Screw
- Piston/reciprocating
- Vane
- Diaphragm
(b) Valves
- gate
- ball
- needle/throttle
- rotary
- butterfly
(c) Gear Boxes
- Worm and worm wheel (reduction gear boxes)
- Quick change gear boxes.
4.23 BOILERS
4.23.1 Identify types of boilers.
4.23.2 Describe how the stated types of boilers in 4.23.1 operate.
4.23.3 Describe how to carry out routine checks on the following:
- tube connections
- pipe connections
- valves
- water level regulators
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5.0 ASSESSMENT
5.1 ASSESSMENT GRID
WORKSHOP TECHNOLOGY PAPER 1 340/18/S01A
NO. OF
WEIGHTING
TOPIC CONTACT MARKS
%
HOURS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 10 1.9 3
HAND AND BENCH TOOLS 10 3.8 6
POWERED HAND TOOLS 6 3.1 5
MEASURING 10 3.1 5
MARKING OUT 6 3.8 6
GAUGING 6 1.9 3
ENGINEERING MATERIALS 10 12.5 20
HEAT TREATMENT 14 12.5 20
STANDARDS OF ACCURACY 6 12.5 20
FABRICATION 4 3.8 6
FITTING 16 12.5 20
LUBRICATION AND CUTTING 10 12.5 20
FLUIDS
HYDRAULICS 6 6.25 10
PNEUMATICS 6 6.25 10
BOILER 10 3.8 6
TOTAL 130 100 160
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NO. OF
WEIGHTING
TOPIC CONTACT MARKS
%
HOURS
Drilling operations 15 10 12
Grinding 25 12 14
Powersaws and bandsaws 16 8 10
Lathe machine 25 13 15
Operational planning 12 25 30
Slotting and broaching 16 8 10
Milling 25 14 17
Jigs and Fixtures 16 10 12
TOTAL 150 100% 120
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- SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- HAND TOOLS & BENCH TOOLS
- POWERED HAND TOOLS
- MEASURING
- MARKING OUT
- GAUGING
- ENGINEEERING MATERIALS
- BOILER
- FABRICATION
- FITTING
- LUBRICATION OILS AND CUTTING FLUIDS
- HYDRAULICS AND PNEUMATICS
- HEAT TREATMENT
- STANDARDS OF ACCURACY
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1.0 AIM
By the end of the course, students should be able to apply Mathematical principles in
solving Mechanical Engineering problems.
2.0 OBJECTIVES
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
2.1 perform basic arithmetic and algebra calculations.
2.2 illustrate the relationship of algebraic equations and associated graphs.
2.3 apply trigonometric functions and describe their properties
2.4 define the base of a number and perform basic calculations in various number
systems.
2.5 apply various methods to simplify simultaneous equations.
2.6 explain a function and its derivative
2.7 use derivatives to find extremes and rates of change, applying the techniques to
problems in Mechanical Engineering.
3.0 TOPICS
THEORY OF INDICES AND LOGARITHMS
TRANSPOSITION OF FORMULAE
SIMPLE, SIMULTANEOUS AND QUADRATIC EQUATIONS
GRAPHS
COORDINATE GEOMETRY
RADIAN MEASURE
TRIGONOMETRY
MATRICES
BINOMIAL EXPANSIONS
DIFFERENTIATION
INTEGRATION
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4.0 CONTENT
4.1 THEORY OF INDICES AND LOGARITHMS
4.1.1 State the laws of indices
4.1.2 Apply rules of indices to problems with negative and positive powers of roots.
4.1.3 Solve problems on indices and indicial equations.
4.1.4 Definition of a logarithm and use of the laws of logarithms.
4.1.5 Apply indices as an aid to logarithms
4.1.6 Solve problems on logarithms involving the arithmetic operations of subtraction
addition, multiplication and division.
4.1.7 Solve equations using logarithms.
4.4 GRAPHS
4.4.1 Plot graphs of the form;
- 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑐
- 𝑦 = 𝑎𝑥 2 + 𝑏𝑥 + 𝑐
4.4.2 Solve graphically problems on the following: simple, linear simultaneous and
quadratic equations.
4.4.3 Plot logarithm graphs of the form
𝑦 = 𝑎𝑥 𝑛 (𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑𝑡𝑜 log 𝑦 = log 𝑎 + 𝑛 log 𝑥)
𝑦 = 𝑎𝑏 𝑥 (𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑑𝑡𝑜 log 𝑦 = log 𝑎 + 𝑥 log 𝑏)
Excluding graphs of the form 𝑦 = 𝑘𝑒 𝑛𝑥
4.4.4 Deduce the law in 4.4.3.
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4.5 TRIGONOMETRY
4.5.1 State the six trig ratios.
4.5.2 Solve problems using the six ratios (excluding solving trig equations).
4.5.3 State the following identities:
𝑠𝑖𝑛2 𝜃 + 𝑐𝑜𝑠 2 𝜃 ≡ 1 …………………………..(1)
1 + 𝑡𝑎𝑛2 𝜃 ≡ 𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 𝜃 …………………………(2)
1 + 𝑐𝑜𝑡 2 𝜃 ≡ 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 𝜃 ………………………(3)
4.5.4 Prove identities using identities in 4.5.3
4.5.5 Simplify trigonometry expressions (excluding solving trig equations)
4.5.5 Apply angle properties of triangles and regular polygons.
4.5.6 Solve practical problems from practical situations on similar triangle, tangents
and chords.
4.5.7 Apply the sine and cosine rule problems on non- right-angled triangles.
4.5.8 Calculate length of open and crossed belts using trigonometric ratios.
4.5.9 Calculate area of a triangle using the following methods.
1
𝐴= 𝑏𝑎𝑠𝑒 × ℎ𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡
2
1
𝐴= 𝑎𝑏 sin 𝜃
2
1
𝐴 = √𝑠(𝑠 − 𝑎)(𝑠 − 𝑏)(𝑠 − 𝑐) where 𝑠 = 2 (𝑎 + 𝑏 + 𝑐)
4.5.10 Solve problems on height and distances including the use of angle of elevation
and angle of depression.
4.5.11 Calculate taper diameter, length and taper angles.
4.5.12 Calculate the taper ratio.
4.5.13 Calculate bending allowance and bending radius.
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4.10 DIFFERENTIATION
4.10.1 Differentiate polynomial functions 𝑦 = 𝑎𝑥 𝑛
4.10.2 Find the derivative of composite polynomial functions and a sum.
4.10.3 Determine gradient of a line using differentiation.
4.10.4 Differentiate polynomial functions using first principles.
4.10.5 Determine nature of stationary points of curves (maximum and minimum).
4.10.6 Apply rate of change in kinematics
4.10.7 Solve practical problems using differentiation (maximum and minimum if
𝑑2 𝑦 𝑑2 𝑦
< 0 and 𝑑𝑥 2 > 0 respectively).
𝑑𝑥 2
4.11 INTEGRATION
4.11.1 Define integration.
4.11.2 Obtain indefinite and definite integrals of polynomial functions
𝑎𝑥 𝑛 (𝑛 ≠ −1)
4.11.3 Apply integral calculus in the following:
- areas and volumes of solids of revolution
- kinematics
4.12 MATRICES
4.12.1 Define a matrix
4.12.2 State the order of a matrix
4.12.3 Add, subtract and multiply(2 × 2) matrices.
4.12.4 Perform scalar multiplication.
4.12.5 Determine determinant of a (2 × 2) matrix
4.12.6 Calculate inverse of a (2 × 2) matrix.
4.12.7 Solve linear simultaneous equations having two unknowns using:
(i) the determinant method (Cramer’s rule)
(ii) inverse method
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5.0 ASSESSMENT
5.1 ASSESSMENT GRID
QUESTION TOPIC WEIGHT% MARKS
1.1 THEORY OF INDICES AND LOGARITHMS 3.8 5
1.2 TRANSPOSITION OF FORMULA 3.8 5
1.3 TRIGONOMETRIC IDENTITIES/EXPRESSIONS 3.8 5
1.4 RADIAN MEASURE 3.8 5
1.5 DIFFERENTIATION FROM FIRST PRINCIPLES 3.8 5
1.6 COORDINATE GEOMETRY 3.8 5
1.7 MATRICES 3.8 5
1.8 BINOMIAL EXPANSIONS 3.8 5
SOLVING EQUATIONS, PRACTICAL
2 APPLICATIONS OF SIMPLE, SIMULTANEOUS 11.5 15
AND QUADRATIC EQUATIONS
PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF
3 11.5 15
TRIGONOMETRY
MENSURATION (AREAS AND VOLUMES)
4 11.5 15
INCLUDING IRREGULAR SHAPES
PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF 11.5 15
5
DIFFERENTIATION
SIMPLE INTEGRATION AND APPLICATION
6 11.5 15
OF INTEGRATION
7 GRAPHS 11.5 15
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1.0 AIM
By the end of the subject content, students should be able to apply Science principles in
solving Mechanical Engineering problems.
2.0 OBJECTIVES
By the end of covering the subject content, students should be able to:
3.1 demonstrate knowledge of the science fundamentals.
3.2 apply statics fundamentals.
3.3 state and perform calculations on friction.
3.4 calculate the strength of different materials.
3.5 perform calculations in kinematics.
3.6 perform calculations on work, energy and power.
3.7 perform calculations on machines.
3.8 identify different sources of heat and perform calculations.
3.0 TOPICS
INTRODUCTION TO FUNDAMENTALS
STATICS
FRICTION
STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
KINEMATICS
WORK, ENERGY AND POWER
MACHINES
HEAT
4.0 CONTENT
4.1 INTRODUCTION TO FUNDAMENTALS
4.1.1 List the seven Engineering fundamental quantities and their S.I units
4.1.2 State the S.I units of the following:
- energy
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- force
- power
- pressure
- heat
- stress
- weight
- work
- velocity
- acceleration
4.1.3 Define the following prefixes and relate each prefix to any other: -
(a) atto
(b) femto
(c) pico
(d) nano
(e) micro
(f) milli
(g) centi
(h) deci
(i) Deca
(j) Hecta
(k) Kilo
(l) Mega
(m) Mega
(n) Giga
(o) Tera
(p) Peta
(q) Exa
4.1.4 Convert from one unit to the other.
4.1.5 Define the following terms:
- mass
- weight
- acceleration due to gravity
- density
- relative density/specific gravity
- specific weight
4.1.6 Solve problems in 4.1.4
4.1.7 Describe the following pressures:
-atmospheric pressure
-gauge pressure
-absolute pressure
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4.1.8 Describe the following pressure measuring instruments and their applications.
-manometer
-barometer
-bourdon gauge
4.2 STATICS
4.2.1 Define statics
4.2.2 Define vector and scalar quantities, giving examples of each.
4.2.3 Express a force as a vector and perform additions and subtraction of vectors.
4.2.4 Define resultant of two or more forces.
4.2.5 Define and state condition of equilibrium
4.2.6 Explain equilibrant, coplanar and concurrent forces.
4.2.7 Produce free body diagrams of multiple force systems.
4.2.8 Resolve forces into parallel and perpendicular components.
4.2.9 Determine the resultant force of a system of forces using:
(i) analytical method
(ii) graphical method
4.2.10 Solve problems on multi – force systems using.
- parallelogram of forces theorem
- triangle of forces theorem
- polygon of forces theorem
4.2.11 Define a moment.
4.2.12 Describe the conditions for equilibrium under the action of forces about a pivot.
4.2.13 Solve problems involving simply supported beams and consists of:
- concentrated/point loads
- weight of the beam
- uniformly distributed loads
4.2.14 Define and solve problems on torque and couple.
4.2.15 Define the following:
- centre of gravity
- centroids
4.2.16 State centroids of lamina shapes
- square
- rectangle
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- circle
- semi- circle
- right angled triangle
4.2.17 Describe how to find position of centroids by using an:
-experiment
-analytical method
4.2.18 Obtain centroids for composite figures.
4.2.19 Define the following stability terms:
- unstable equilibrium
- neutral equilibrium
- stable equilibrium
4.3 FRICTION
4.3.1 Define the following:
- static and dynamic friction
- co-efficient of friction
-angle of repose/friction
- dry friction
4.3.2 state laws of friction
4.3.3 State and explain common engineering applications where the presence of friction
is:
- an advantage e.g. brakes, clutch, machine vice.
- a disadvantage e.g. bearings, gear devices etc.
4.3.4 State and explain the methods of reducing or overcoming friction for example:
- lubrication
- smooth surface finish
- rollers
4.3.5 Solve problems of dry friction:
- on a horizontal plane
- on an inclined plane with the applied force parallel to the plane.
- on an inclined plane with the applied force at an angle to the plane.
4.4 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
4.4.1 Define the listed properties:
- strength
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- elasticity
- plasticity
- ductility
- toughness
- malleability
- rigidity
- hardness
4.4.2 Define the following
-tension
- compression
- shear
4.4.3 Define and solve simple problems on:
- stress (1Pascal = 1N/m2)
- strain
4.4.4 Describe the process of tensile testing of materials.
4.4.5 Draw typical load – extension graphs for brittle and ductile materials such as
aluminium, mild steel, high tensile steel and cast iron and indicate the following:
- region of proportionality
- elastic limit
- yield point
- U.T.S
- breaking point
4.4.6 Define:
- Hooke’s law
- Young’s modulus of elasticity
- Modulus of rigidity
-Factor of safety
4.4.7 Solve simple problems involving the terms covered in 4.4.5 and 4.4.6 excluding
the modulus of rigidity.
4.5 KINEMATICS
4.5.1 Define the following terms in linear motion
(a) displacement
(b) distance
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(c) velocity
(d) speed
(e) acceleration
4.5.2 Produce the following:
- displacement – time graphs
- velocity- time graphs
4.5.3 Define the following as:
- velocity as the slope of the displacement -time graph.
- acceleration as the slope of the velocity-time graph.
- displacement as area under the velocity-time graph.
4.5.4 State the four equations of linear motion.
4.5.5 Solve problems using equations in 4.5.4.
4.5.6 Define the following terms in angular motion:
(a) angular displacement
(b) angular velocity
(c) angular acceleration
4.5.7 Produce and solve problems using:
(a) angular displacement- time graphs
(b) angular velocity-time graphs
4.5.8 Define the following as:
- angular velocity as the slope of the angular displacement – time graph.
- angular acceleration as the slope of the angular velocity - time graph.
- angular displacement as the area under the angular velocity -time graph
4.5.9 State the four equations of angular motion.
4.5.10 Solve problems using equations in 4.5.9.
4.5.11 State the relationship between angular velocity and linear velocity (𝑣 = 𝑤𝑟)
4.5.12 State relationship between angular acceleration and linear acceleration (𝑎 = 𝛼𝑟)
4.5.13 Solve problems using equations in 4.5.11 and 4.5.12
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(ii) 𝑊 = 𝑇𝜃
4.6.3 Calculate work done:
- on a horizontal plane
- on an inclined plane
- in tightening a nut
4.6.4 Define energy as the ability to do work.
4.6.5 Define the following:
- potential energy
- kinetic energy
- strain energy
4.6.6 State and explain the principle of conservation of energy.
4.6.7 Solve problems in 4.6.5 and 4.6.6 above applying the conservation of energy
principle.
4.6.8 Define power as the rate of doing work
4.6.9 Determine power transmitted by a force
4.6.10 Determine power required in belt transmission.
4.6.11 Calculate efficiency in 4.6.9 and 4.6.10
4.6.12 State Newton’s three laws of motion.
4.6.13 Define momentum and solve problems
4.6.14 Solve problems on Newton’s second law of motion.
4.6.15 State principle of conservation of momentum.
4.7 MACHINES
4.7.1 Define a simple machine with examples.
4.7.2 Define and calculate the following:
- Force ratio (MA), limiting MA.
- Movement ratio
- Efficiency, limiting efficiency.
- Reversibility/irreversibility of a machine
4.7.3 State the three types/orders of levers and give examples.
4.7.4 Solve problems for equilibrium of a lever.
4.7.5 Describe with the aid of diagrams
- Pulley systems
- Rope pulley system
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4.8 HEAT
4.8.1 Define heat and temperature.
4.8.2 State and explain modes of heat transfer.
- conduction
-convection
-radiation
4.8.3 Distinguish temperature scales.
4.8.4 Briefly describe the following temperature measuring devices.
- alcohol/mercury thermometers
- thermocouples
- pyrometers
- fusible cones
4.8.5 Illustrate the change of state of a substance on heat energy – temperature graph.
4.8.6 Define the following:
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- sensible heat
- latent heat
4.8.7 Define specific heat capacity.
4.8.8 Solve problems in 4.8.5
4.8.9 Solve relevant problems involving heat transfer in mixtures.
4.8.10 Define the calorific value of a fuel.
4.8.11 Define thermal expansion:
- linear expansion
- area/superficial expansion
- volumetric/cubical expansion
4.8.12 State equations in thermal expansion.
4.7.13 Solve simple problems using equations in 4.8.12
5.0 ASSESSMENT
QUESTION
TOPIC WEIGHT% MARKS
NO.
1.1 CONVERSIONS 3.4 5
1.2 INTRODUCTION TO FUNDAMENTALS 3.4 5
1.3 STATICS 3.4 5
1.4 FRICTION 3.4 5
1.5 LINEAR MOTION 3.4 5
1.6 ANGULAR MOTION 3.4 5
1.7 WORK, ENERGY AND POWER 3.4 5
1.8 HEAT 3.4 5
2 STATICS 10.3 15
3 FRICTION 10.3 15
4 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS 10.3 15
5 KINEMATICS 10.3 15
6 WORK, ENERGY AND POWER 10.3 15
7 MACHINES 10.3 15
8 HEAT 10.3 15
TOTALS 100 145
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1.0 AIM
The aim of subject is to provide the student with knowledge, competencies and attitudes
required in an Engineering Drawing office.
2.0 OBJECTIVES
By the end of the subject content, students should be able to:
3.1 produce required Engineering drawings for given tasks.
3.2 interpret a given drawing.
3.3 relate use of drawing equipment and accessories.
3.4 apply principles of limits and fits to given tasks.
3.5 draw the assembled item.
3.0 TOPICS
INTRODUCTION
GEOMETRICAL CONSTRUCTION
ORTHOGRAPHIC PROJECTION
PICTORIAL
DEVELOPMENTS
FASTENERS AND LOCKING DEVICES
ASSEMBLY DRAWING AND DETAIL DRAWING
4.0 CONTENT
4.1 INTRODUCTION
4.1.1 State and explain the advantages of using drawings as a means of communication.
4.1.2 Identify and select standard paper sizes and pencil grades.
4.1.3 Explain the use of scales.
4.1.4 Copy to a given scale.
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4.1.5 Identify and produce engineering components from given working drawings as
well as interpret and produce working drawings in accordance with PD 7308, BS
4500 BS 499 PD 7306 and current British Standards.
4.1.6 Identify and select the following drawing instruments and equipment:
- types of drawing boards
- tee-square
- pens and pencils
- scale rules
- stencils
4.1.7 Demonstrate how to take care of drawing boards, tee, square and drawing
instruments.
4.1.8 Prepare drawing board and tee square for use.
4.1.9 Draw boarder lines.
4.1.10 Draw title bock and print required information (minimum information as follows:
name, group, title, date and scale).
4.1.11 Correctly position views on paper.
4.1.12 Identify the types of lines.
4.1.13 State uses of different types of lines.
4.1.14 Draw the different types of lines.
4.1.15 Apply the types of lines.
- Produce clear, uniform freehand letter and numerals.
4.1.16 Identify abbreviations and symbols for the engineering terms listed in PD 7308.
4.1.17 Identify machining symbols
4.1.18 Identify, state and correctly use the following welding symbols.
(a) fillet weld
(b) butt weld
(c) Vee groove
(d) square groove
(e) bevel groove
4.1.19 Identify geometrical tolerance symbols
4.1.20 Identify and sketch the following conventional representations in accordance with
BS 308/PD7308.
- threads
- interrupted views
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- repeated parts
- splined and serrated shafts
- knurling
- square or flat on a shaft
- holes on linear or circular pitch
- bearing
- spur gears
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(c) E-scribed
4.2.14 Define a tangent.
4.2.15 Construct internal and external tangents to any two circles.
4.2.16 Identify regular polygons up to 8 sides
4.2.17Construct the polygons in 4.2.16 using common and particular
methods given.
- the length of the sides
- outside a given circle
- inside a given circle
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4.4 PICTORIAL
4.4.1 Produce pictorial drawings and sketches
4.4.2 Identify oblique and isometric drawings.
4.4.3 State advantages/disadvantages of pictorial drawings.
4.4.4 Sketch and draw simple engineering components in oblique and isometric
projections without using isometric scale.
4.4.5 Sketch freehand the following in isometric projection:
- hand tools
- machine tools
- measuring equipment and general engineering components.
4.5 DEVELOPMENTS
4.5.1 Sketch and draw parallel line developments.
4.5.2 Identify the end products of radial line development.
4.5.3 Match objects to their developments.
4.5.4 Sketch and draw developments of cone and pyramid related objects.
4.5.5 Identify the end products of triangulation development.
4.5.6 Match products to their developments.
4.5.7 Sketch and draw development of transition pieces i.e.
- square
- round to square
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- square to round
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5.0 ASSESSMENT
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1.0 AIM
The aim of the subject is to provide the student with the practical knowledge,
competencies and attitudes required in the Machineshop Engineering environment.
2.0 OBJECTIVES
By the end of the subject content, students should be able to:
2.1 use Machineshop hand tools for given tasks.
2.2 carry out maintenance on workshop equipment.
2.3 carry out heat treatment processes in the workshop.
2.4 implement safety procedures in the workshop.
2.5 operate machine tools.
3.0 TOPICS
WORKSHOP HEALTH AND SAFETY
HAND TOOLS AND BENCH WORK
MEASURING AND GAUGING
MARKING OUT TOOLS
ENGINEERING MATERIALS
HEAT TREATMENT
JOINING METALS
POWERED HAND TOOLS
DRILLING
PEDESTAL GRINDING
TURNING
SLOTTING AND BROACHING
MILLING
GRINDING
PLANNED AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE OF MACHINE AND
EQUIPMENT
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4.3.2 Demonstrate the effective selection and use of the measuring and gauging
instruments.
4.3.3 Demonstrate the proper procedures in the care, maintenance and storage of the
measuring and gauging instruments.
4.3.4 Apply the principles of limits and fits in all machining and fitting exercises.
4.3.5 Identify fitted components with the following types of fit.
- clearance fit
- transition fit
- interference fit
4.3.6 Undertake the disassembly of fitted components with the types of fit in 4.3.5
above and recognise the difference in types of fit.
4.3.7 Machine and fit components according to the three classes of fit in 4.3.5 above.
4.3.8 Use the gauges in machining and fitting exercises.
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- clamps
4.4.2 Demonstrate the correct procedures in the care, maintenance and storage of the
tools in 4.4.1.
4.5.1 Identify ferrous and non – ferrous and non- metallic materials by the following
methods, appearance, colour, mass, spark testing, filing, machining,
bending.
- low carbon steel
- medium carbon steel
- high carbon steel
- cast iron
- alloy steels
- copper
- bronze
- brass
- lead
- zinc
- tin
- aluminium
- plastics
- rubber
4.5.2 Identify the properties and engineering application of the materials in 4.5.1 above.
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4.8.4 Demonstrate the correct procedures in the mounting and dismounting of the
cutting tools of different powered hand tools.
4.8.5 Demonstrate the effective selection and use of pneumatic and electrically powered
hand tools in metal removal operations.
4.9 DRILLING
4.9.1 Identify and implement safety precautions related to drilling machines and
drilling machine operations.
4.9.2 Identify the different types of drilling machines and their functions.
4.9.3 Recognise the standard sizes and drilling capacities of different types of
drilling machines.
4.9.4 Identify the different parts of the different types of drilling machines and
their functions.
4.9.5 Identify and operate all switches and controls on various drilling machines
4.9.6 Select and mount the appropriate work- holding devices and their
accessories.
4.9.7 Clamp and support workpieces on drilling machine table.
4.9.8 Select and mount the appropriate drill holding devices and their
accessories.
4.9.9 Select and mount the appropriate cutting tools for specified operations.
4.9.10 Select and set the appropriate speeds and feeds.
4.9.11 Perform the following standard drilling machines operations, to blueprint
specifications, on a variety of materials using the appropriate cutting tools
and applying the correct coolant or lubricant: -
- drilling using twist drills (small and large holes)
- countersinking
- counter boring
- spot facing
- reaming
4.9.12 Demonstrate the correct and safe use, care and storage of drilling machine
tools for performing operations listed under 4.9.11 above.
4.9.13 Recognise inaccurately drilled holes and remedy the drill faults by
accurately grinding the cutting edges of the drill.
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4.9.14 Check the drill point and cutting edges for accuracy using the relevant
gauges.
4.11 TURNING
4.11.1 - Perform turning operations to blueprint specifications, consideration
being given to safety, tool selection and mounting, work support, speeds, feeds and
lubrication.
- Identify and implement all safety precautions related to the
centre lathe and its operations.
- Identify the main parts of the centre lathe and their functions.
- Identify and operate all switches and controls.
4.11.2. Select, mount and dismount appropriate work – holding and work –
supporting devices and their accessories for specified operation to include:
-
- three jaw chuck + four jaw chuck
- drive plate
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- face plate
- mandrels
- steadies – moving and stationary
- lathe centre
- tailstock
- lathe dog
4.11.3. Correctly mount and support the work piece.
4.11.4. Select the appropriate tool holding and supporting devices to include tool
holders.
4.11.5. Mount appropriate cutting tools and set them to centre height.
4.11.6. Determine and select the appropriate speeds and feeds for specified
operations.
4.11.7. Demonstrate the correct methods of offsetting the compound slide and
tailstock for specified taper turning operations.
4.11.8. Demonstrate the correct methods of machine and threading tool set – up
for specified single start internal and external V – thread cutting
operations (Whitworth and Metric).
4.11.9. Perform the following turning operations to given specifications
consideration being given to safety precautions and the correct application
of coolant.
- facing to length
- parallel turning to shoulder i.e. square shoulder, filleted corner,
angular/tapered shoulder
- turning between centres
- parting off
- drilling operations using the tailstock i.e. centre drilling, through
holes, drilling to given depth, counter boring countersinking,
reaming.
- knurling
- step turning
- boring
- grooving
- one throw eccentric turning
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- rotary table
- clamps and supports
- machine vice
4.12.6 Demonstrate the correct procedure in fastening workpieces to the rotary
table.
N.B - smaller work should be held in a vice.
- there must be sufficient clearance for cutting tool
4.12.7 Select appropriate cutting tools for specified slotting operations.
4.12.8 Carry out correct tool mounting and setting procedure.
4.12.9 Determine and select appropriate speeds and feeds.
4.12.10 Adjust the length of the ram stroke to suit work piece being machined.
4.12.11 Demonstrate the correct procedure in adjusting the ram for the cutting of
angular surfaces, slots, and keyways.
4.12.12 Perform slotting operations to blueprint specifications to include
machining of: -
-internal vertical surfaces – straight, angular, or contoured slots and
keyways.
4.13 MILLING
4.13.1 Identify and implement all safety precautions related to milling machines.
4.13.2 Identify the different types of vertical milling machines and recognise
their operational scope.
4.13.3 Identify the main parts of vertical milling machine, their location and
functions.
4.13.4 Identify and operate all machine switches and controls
4.13.5 Read and interpret feed and speed tables on the milling machine.
4.13.6 Set controls for spindle speeds and automatic feed rates.
4.13.7 Perform adjustments to limit spindle and table motions by use of limit
stops.
4.13.8 Select, mount and dismount, appropriate work – holding and supporting
devices and their accessories for specific operations to include the
following: -
- machine vice
- clamps and support
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- footstock
- dividing head
- rotary table
4.13.9 Demonstrate the correct procedure in securing and supporting different
sizes and shapes to workpieces on the machine table.
4.13.10 Align the machine vice and workpieces to the machine spindle using the
D.T.I.
4.13.11 Identify the different types of milling cutters and select appropriate milling
cutters for specific operations to include: -
- end mills
- slot drills
- shell end mills
- capstan cutters (carbide cutters)
- face mills
- woodruff cutters
- tee – slot cutters
4.13.12 Identify and select appropriate tool holding devices for specific operations.
4.13.13 Demonstrate the correct procedure in the mounting and dismounting of:
- tool holding devices
- milling cutters
4.13.14 Determine and select the appropriate speeds and feeds for specified
operations.
4.13.15 Perform vertical milling operations to blueprint specification consideration
being given to safety precautions and the correct application of coolant:
- surfacing
- facing surfaces square
- slots, grooves (straight and vee grooves)
- angular surfaces
- step milling
- keyway cutting
4.13.16 Identify and rectify the negative effects of: -
- vibrations during machining operations
- Over and under – tightening of workpieces
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4.15.2 Remove bearings from bearing house and shafts using the recommended
methods that is press, puller etc.
4.15.3 Clean the dismantled bearings, shafts and bearing housing using the
proper solvents.
4.15.4 Examine the bearing for wear, pit and score marks.
4.15.5 Identify the bearings which do not require lubrication.
4.15.6 Lubricate the bearing using the proper type of grease.
4.15.7 Install bearings on shafts and housings.
4.15.8 Carry out a regular lubrication schedule
- lubrication points
- frequency of lubrication
- type of lubricant
- quantity of lubricant
4.15.9 Carry out regular lubrication schedules of machines tools following the
recommendations of the prepared scheme in 4.15.8 above.
4.15.10 Remove and fit locking and assembly devices for various engineering
applications.
(a) using the appropriate tools and equipment, undertake the removal
and fitting of locking and assembly devices to include the
following
- keys
- studs
- pulleys with keys, taper locks etc
- fibre insert nuts
- slotted nuts and cotter pins
- double locking nuts
- double locking nuts
- internal and external circlips
- wire locking plates
4.15.11 Undertake the assembly, disassembly, repair and maintenance of
machinery and other engineering equipment with special emphasis on
safety and the use of the correct tools.
(a) trouble shoot faults on machinery and equipment to include the
following
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- gear boxes
- pumps
- valves
- coupling
- gears
- pulleys and belts
- packing and seals
4.15.12 Demonstrate the correct procedures in the disassembly of the equipment in
4.15.11 using the correct tools and equipment.
4.15.13 Rectify all faults and replace worn components.
4.15.14 Demonstrate the correct procedure in the assembly and installation of the
machinery and equipment in 4.15.11 with regard to correct alignment and
positioning.
4.15.15 Carry out planned maintenance of workshop machines and equipment to
include boilers.
5.0 ASSESSMENT
5.1 ASSESSMENT SCHEME
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16 MILLING 10
17 PRECISION GRINDING 5
PLANNED AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE OF
18 MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT 10
TOTAL 100
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- boring
12. Trammel points
- parallel turning
- concave and convex radii turning
- drilling and reaming
- screw cutting (internal and external)
- taper turning
- knurling
- milling (flat)
13. Vee block
- marking out
- flat surface shaping and milling
- angular shaping
- slot shaping and milling
14. Lathe toolholder
- flat surface milling
- marking out
- slot milling
- drilling
- tapping
- step milling
15. Actual Projects
- screw jack
- G Clamp
- Hand vice
- toolmaker’s clamp
- gear puller
- pipe vice
- crank slide mechanism
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- recessing
- screw cutting (multi start left hand vee)
- internal screw cutting
- boring
- knurling
- milling
- indexing
2. Screw jack
- parallel turning
- drilling
- boring
- internal square thread
- cutting
- tapping
- knurling
- milling
- square thread
- slot milling
- taper turning
3. Adjustable Parallel Packing
- plain milling
- angular milling surfaces
- slot milling
- shaping
- dovetail milling
- thread taping
- surface grinding
4. Basic Fabrication Exercises
- gas welding
- arc welding
- oxy – fuel cutting
5 Scribing Block
- parallel form turning
- knurling
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- drilling
- boring
- form grooving
- slot cutting
- bending
- hardening
6. Arbor Press
- Rack and pinion
7. Clutch Extractor
- indexing
8. Sine bar
-surface and cylindrical grinding
9. Paper Punch
10. Impact Hammer
11. Ratchet Press
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