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TPM204Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Workshop Practice And Engineering Drawing

This course introduces fundamental workshop practices and engineering drawing techniques. It covers safety protocols, measuring instruments, and the application of hand and machine tools. Students will explore various engineering materials, joining methods, and primary forming processes. The course also delves into engineering drawing principles, orthographic projections, and dimensioning, aiming to develop critical thinking and visualization skills necessary for engineering design and problem-solving.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Workshop PracticeEngineering DrawingOrthographic ProjectionDimensioningSafety

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Workshop Safety

2

Measuring Equipment

3

Hand and Machine Tools

4

Engineering Materials

5

Joining Methods

6

Orthographic Projection

7

Isometric Projection

8

Dimensioning

9

Geometric Constructions

10

Surface Development

Total Topics10 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic Science

Introductory Technology

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Mechanical Technician

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CAD Technician

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Manufacturing Technician

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Design Drafter

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Fabricator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ManufacturingConstructionAutomotiveAerospaceCivil Engineering

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Workshop practice and Basic Tools

4h

Unit 1: Introduction of Workshop practice & Engineering drawing; Aim, Objectives and Synopsis of the course

2 study hours
  • Read the introduction and objectives.
  • Understand the concept and layout of an Engineering workshop.
  • Explain the basic operations in Engineering workshop.

Unit 2: Workshop safety practices

2 study hours
  • Study general safety rules in workshop.
  • Understand safety precaution while working with tools.
  • Understand the power tools safety tips and the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Workshop practice and Basic Tools

4h

Unit 3: Measuring equipment

2 study hours
  • Understand different common measuring devices used in the workshop.
  • Describe some length measuring simple hand tools.
  • Explain the use and function of Coordinate measuring machine (CMM).

Unit 4: Basic hand and machine tools

2 study hours
  • Understand different common Hand tools used in the workshop.
  • Describe some simple power (machine) tools used in the workshop.
  • Understand basic workshop operations and the right tools.
Week
3

Module 2: Engineering Materials and their Properties

3h

Unit 1: Metal and plastics materials

3 study hours
  • Identify different engineering materials used in the workshop.
  • Understand the properties engineering materials.
  • Relate the properties of engineering materials to their functions and application.
  • Know the reasons behind the choice of material engineering materials
Week
4

Module 2: Engineering Materials and their Properties

3h

Unit 2: Joining methods (including welding), presswork

3 study hours
  • Understand the different methods of joining parts in the workshop.
  • Understand the purpose and types of welding.
  • Know the application/importance of wedding.
  • Understand the concept of presswork in the workshop.
Week
5

Module 2: Engineering Materials and their Properties

3h

Unit 3: Primary forming and casting process/techniques

3 study hours
  • Understand the processes involved in forming of metals and non-metallic materials.
  • Understand the processes involved in primary forming.
  • Understand the rudiments and techniques of casting of metals and non-metallic materials.
Week
6

Module 3: Material Marking and Introduction to Engineering Drawing

3h

Unit 1: Pattern Making, Ramping and Sizing Techniques of Raw Materials

3 study hours
  • Know the purpose, type and uses of pattern in parts' production.
  • Explain different type of materials for pattern making and their peculiarities.
  • Understand the different types of tool used for manufacturing.
  • Know the characteristics of available engineering materials used for production.
Week
7

Module 3: Material Marking and Introduction to Engineering Drawing

3h

Unit 2: Sheet metal works

3 study hours
  • Understand different metal used for sheet metal works.
  • Explain the different operations involved in sheet metal works.
  • Understand the basic tools used in sheet metal works.
Week
8

Module 3: Material Marking and Introduction to Engineering Drawing

3h

Unit 3: Engineering Drawing, instruments and Lettering

3 study hours
  • Understand the modes and illustrations in Engineering drawing.
  • Understand information provided on the shape, size, and pattern of objects.
  • Understand Engineering drawing as the universal language of engineers.
Week
9

Module 3: Material Marking and Introduction to Engineering Drawing

3h

Unit 4: Dimensioning and Drawing layouts

3 study hours
  • Understand the purpose and significance of dimensioning of drawings.
  • Explain the different operations involved in sheet metal works.
  • Understand the basic tools used in sheet metal works.
Week
10

Module 4: Engineering Graphics and Intersection of Curves

3h

Unit 1: Engineering graphics Geometrical figures, conics, etc.

3 study hours
  • Learn to sketch and take field dimensions.
  • Learn to take data and transform it into graphic drawings.
  • Learn basic engineering drawing formats
Week
11

Module 4: Engineering Graphics and Intersection of Curves

3h

Unit 2: Graphical calculus and applications

3 study hours
  • Develop the ability to communicate engineering and other general information using mathematical principles of calculus.
  • Explore and appreciate the significance of engineering drawing and graphical communication in a rapidly changing technological society.
  • Understand the design process and graphical calculus for the communication of tangible data or abstract information in engineering design.
Week
12

Module 4: Engineering Graphics and Intersection of Curves

3h

Unit 3: Development, intersection of curves and solids.

3 study hours
  • Understand the significance of surface development in sheet metal work.
  • Understand how materials are shaped before cutting and sizing out in article/parts fabrication.
  • Understand the importance of dimension especially the true length, width or diameter in material handling in the production process.
Week
13

Module 5: Lines and Principles of Orthographic projections

3h

Unit 1: Projections - lines, planes and simple solids.

3 study hours
  • Explain the concept of point projection in plane geometry.
  • Understand the traces of points and edge in principal planes.
  • Understand the pattern and shape of line projection in both Front and Top views.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Modules 1-2 workshop safety and tool usage.

2

Practice orthographic and isometric projections from Module 5 weekly.

3

Review dimensioning standards from Module 3, Units 3-4.

4

Solve practice problems on surface development from Module 4, Unit 3.

5

Focus on key concepts and formulas from all TMAs.

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