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Students say...

This is subject is awesome, I understand how a car works now.

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The Course:

This subject will include completing investigations, research and designing solutions. You will get your hands dirty in this subjects learning the basics from how to change a tyre safely to understanding the systems in a range of vehicles. The prac work in this subject will be done individually and in teams. Possible projects include constructing and racing a CO2 Dragster, and doing practical tasks including engine disassembly/assembly, auto electrics, panel work and diagnostics. You will be introduced to plenty of new tools, skills and techniques. You can expect to get lots of opportunities to develop knowledge of how an engine actually works. The course is broken down into 50% practical and 50% theory.

This unit will focus on...

Safely working in a technology classroom
Developing skills and knowledge of the range of tools and equipment
Becoming familiar with a range of specialist automotive tools
Researching and understanding the internal combustion engine
Understanding the design process
Working independently or in teams
Ability to complete all set tasks on time

Learning and Assessment Activities

CO2 Dragster

Alternative Fuels Investigation

2 & 4 Stroke disassembly/assembly

Vehicle and components assembly/disassembly

Automotive finishing

Exam

These units lead to

Year 10 Engineering workshop practice (metalwork)
Year 10 Woodwork
Year 10 Electronics
VETiS Cert II in Automotive Technology
University studies in Engineering
Automotive Tradesperson
Apprenticeships/Traineeships in the Automotive industry
VCE PDT or Systems Units 1 - 4

Special considerations

There are no requirements or skills needed to do this subject.

Costs involved

$30 per semester

Materials required

None

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