Module Details

Module Code: MECH6020
Title: Mech workshop 1
Long Title: Mechanical Workshop 1
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2015/16 ( September 2015 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5252 - Marine Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: The aim of this module is to introduce a student to the marine mechanical workshop. On completion of this module, the student will have the required practical knowledge to be able to recognise various engineering materials, to select the correct material for a particular purpose, to use hand and machine tools proficiently, to be competent in the use of measuring equipment, to know how to carry out a number of processes, such as Fitting, Turning, Milling, etc., and to be aware of the need for a safe working environment at all times.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe and use hand tools, measuring and testing equipment to mark out with precision to close tolerances materials used in practice.
LO2 Identify the more common engineering materials, know their individual properties, composition and uses.
LO3 Describe the theoretical and operational techniques used on all machines and equipment in the mechanical workshop.
LO4 Set up and execute turning, milling, and drilling operations, and to work with precision to close tolerances while adhering to safe working practices.
LO5 Describe and adhere to all aspects of safety in the workshop environment.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
None
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
The safety induction of this subject must be completed before attending the practical element of the module.
 
Indicative Content
Safety
‘Safety is no accident’ safety rules for the workshop. Safe practices relating to machinery and electrical supplies.
Engineering Materials.
Production of pig iron and cast iron. Production of steel and aluminium. Properties, characteristics and workshop uses of cast iron, carbon steels, aluminium, copper, tin, zinc, lead and common alloys. Cutting tool materials. Uses and characteristics of carbon tool steel and high speed steel. Introduction to the physical properties of engineering plastics.
Measurments
Measuring, care and use of measuring equipment including micrometers, vernier callipers, vernier height gauge, universal bevel protractor, dial and feeler gauges, standard wire, thread drill and radius gauges. Methods of obtaining and checking for flatness, squareness, parallelism, concentricity, and roundness.
Metal cutting
Cutting action of tools, values of cutting angle, clearance and rake for particular materials. Examples of cutting angles in hand and machine tools.
Joining Methods
Forms and applications of screw threads and fastenings in common use. Hand cutting of screw threads: use of taps and dies. Mechanical methods of joining metals.
Drilling
Testing and grinding of twist drills. Use of column drill machines.
Turning
Turning of square and round materials. Working to tolerances on lathes.
Milling
Use of vertical and horizontal milling machines.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 2 Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
On workshop safety and use of equipment
Assessment Type Oral Examination/Interview % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Covering the operation of the Mill, Lathe and Pedestal Drill
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 1,3,5
Assessment Description
Workshop theory
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 70
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,4,5
Assessment Description
A number of short projects increasing in complexity
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.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Mechanical Workshop Theory Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Mechanical Workshop Practice Every Week 5.00 5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Workshop Project supervision Every Week 1.00 1
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Bruce J Black. (2005), Workshop Processes,Practices and Materials, Fourth Edition. All, Elsevier Newnes, p.All, [ISBN: 0-7506-6073-2].
  • Lawrence Smyth / Liam Hennesy. New Engineering Technology, The Educational Company of Ireland, [ISBN: 0-8616-7448-0].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMAEL_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Electrotechnology 2 Mandatory
CR_EMARE_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Engineering 2 Mandatory