DE5303 – Manufacturing Processes
Module code
DE5303
Module title
Manufacturing Processes
Prescription
To apply engineering knowledge to common manufacturing processes
Programmes
- SC1101
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- 1.Select mechanical engineering manufacturing processes for products.
2.Select equipment and tooling to support mech. engineering manufacturing processes
3.Assess an existing manufacturing process - Content
- Principles of hazard identification and safety in the workplace.
Metal cutting - machine tools, turning, milling, grinding, EDM.
Casting - basic processes, sand, shell, die, and centrifugal.
Metal working - hot and cold working, rolling, forging, and presswork.
Extrusion - forward, reverse and impact.
Fabrication - welding, cutting, soldering and adhesive joining.
Surface finishing - painting, polishing and plating.
Rapid Prototyping - Assessment Criteria
- Assignments30
Case Studies20
Examination50
