Automotive Studies
TECHNOLOGY FACULTY
| š Ā Course Type | Elective |
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| š§© Ā Units | 1 |
| š Ā Timing | Year 9 or 10, Semester 1 or 2 |
| ā± Ā Hours per week | 3 |
| š Ā Prior Experience | N/A |
| āļø Ā Selection | Possible to commence study with any of the above units |
| š§ Ā Future Pathways | A basic understanding of mechanical and engineering knowledge will assist students with future life skills, and possible entrance to trade qualifications. |
This one-semester course will be offered in Semester 1 or 2.Ā
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Students will undertake practical assignments, which will develop an understanding of automotive technology. Students will work on vehicle components as single units as well as experience service operations on whole car assemblies utilising an equipped workshop complete with vehicle hoist.
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As part of this course, students will also explore some basic Metal Work skills through making of a simple project. They will experience fitting and machining as well as welding and fabrication activities. Students will have the opportunity to design and make a motorised vehicle.
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Through the process of disassembly and reassembly of components, students will develop an understanding of occupational health and safety in the workplace as it applies to an automotive situation.
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Studentsā time will be divided between the practical work which will be undertaken in the purpose-built and equipped facility at school and some class work which will involve concept development using engaging audio visual teaching aids and other information technology.
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Class time will focus predominantly on practical tasks with time devoted to mechanical operations and understanding of vehicular concepts.Ā Theory classes will be undertaken to complement the workshop experiences.