INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (A/V)

This is a nationally recognised vocational course with competency standards approved by the Australian National Training Authority for the automotive industry. All Vocational Courses are delivered in accordance with guidelines as recommended by the Automotive Industry RS&R Training Package. The course covers Certificate I in Automotive-AUR 101 99 Light Vehicle mechanic.

This course provides students with a sound knowledge of the operating principles of the motor vehicle. This course is sequential and students can only enter the course in Automotive Fundamentals.

Course Patterns

Industrial Technology can be studied as a Major or a Minor.

Automotive Fundamentals

This unit is a prerequisite unit and introduces OHS practices in the workshop. This is applied to bench work and to portable and fixed machinery. Small engines will be overhauled. The theory introduces induction, carburation and fuel injection as it relates to the automotive engine. (1 unit)

Automotive Electrical

The operating principles in auto electrical systems and the function and operation of ignition systems storage systems, charging systems, and starting systems are studied, with practical vehicle servicing and tuning including repair of electrical components. (1 unit)

Automotive Vehicle Systems

The various mechanical ancillary systems of automobiles are studied. Servicing of vehicles is encouraged with opportunities for scheduled roster work being made available to students. (1 unit)

Automotive Engine Systems

Further understanding of the internal combustion engine is developed. This includes dismantling, inspection, diagnosis and the application of theory from the previous units. (1 unit)

Automotive Welding

The application of simple heating and welding processes relative to automotive service and repair operations is studied. (0.5 unit)

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION (A/V)

This is a nationally recognised vocational course with competency standards approved by the Australian National Training Authority for the General Construction National Training Package BCG03. The qualifications are accepted by every State and Territory in Australia.

The course covers Certificate I and Certificate II of the Training Package. Students who complete these certificates will gain acknowledgment from the industry and from training providers.

The General Construction course incorporates the Training Package for the Building Industry BCG03 that provides for the award of the following certificates:

BCG10103 Certificate I in General Construction.

BCG20103 Certificate II in General Construction.

Work placement is an essential component of the Vocational course.

Course Patterns

General Construction can be studied as a Major or Minor.

Introduction to General Construction

Students examine effective site communication, common industry signage, industry terminology, OHS general introduction, workplace hazards, reading plans and drawings, tools and equipment, basic plant equipment, and measuring and calculations. Practical work is part of the unit. (1 unit)

General Construction Industry Practices

Students undertaking time sheets, workplace meetings, accident reporting, plan and document reading, building structure types, OHS, levelling devices, tools and equipment, manual operations, measuring and calculations. Carpentry and scaffolding is developed. Practical work is a part of the unit. (1 unit)

Furnishings, Framework and Concreting

Topics include manual handling, sequencing major building activities, excavation, power tools, levelling, formwork, concrete and concreting material, reinforcement in concrete, building structures and an introduction to building materials. Practical work is part of the unit. (1 unit)

Construction Site Skills and Procedures

Students develop understanding and skills in building industry background, role of employers/employees, management and site organisation, career paths for building workers, time management, quality concepts, workplace maintenance, internal demolition, site drainage and adhesives, fixing and fastening. Practical work forms part of the unit. (1 unit)

Design and Graphic Communication (CAD) (T/A)

This course explores subjects from such areas including CAD, architecture and environmental design, interior design, 3D design and simple, animation, engineering drawing, and graphic design. The course adopts a design and problem solving approach in combination with concept and skill development.

The work develops drawing skills for students who intend to follow one of the many career paths that include design and drawing in their training. The course will involve the use of traditional and computer based drawing technologies.

The study of different streams is possible: e.g. CAD, architectural studies and graphic design.

Course Patterns

Design and Graphic Communication can be studied as a Major or Minor.

ENGINEERING SCIENCE (T)

Engineering Science is the practical use of maths, physics, and design drawing that are used together to solve real world problems. 

It will provide students with skills, knowledge and understanding associated with a study of engineering, its practices and associated methodologies. It is a hands on subject that focuses on students solving issues or gaining knowledge on how and why things work including machines, structures, strengths and weaknesses of materials etc. The subject promotes environmental, economic and global-awareness, problem-solving ability, engagement with information technology, self-directed learning, communication, management and skills in working as a team. This course also provides an opportunity to integrate the science and mathematics disciplines with societal development and change.

Engineering Science is intended to meet the needs of students who intend to pursue tertiary studies in fields such as Architecture, Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental or Design Studies and for students with other vocational interests including technical trade careers. There is a base level of mathematical ability required by students considering this course.

Subjects

Materials Science: Looking at the structures of metals, polymers, composites and ceramics.

Mechanics: Using mathematical equations for mechanical analysis of structures.

Dynamics and Control Systems: Interfacing computer and engineering principals to solve problems including basic control technologies such as robotics and data sampling.

Engineering Design Graphics: Engineering drawing, architectural design drawing.

Course Patterns

Engineering Science can be studied as a Major or Minor.