Automotive Engineering - AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

Automotive Engineering gives students the opportunity to experience practical and theoretical elements involved in the design, manufacture and operation of motor vehicles.This course can span two years and, as well as being part of the Technology Department, it also comes under the wing of Te Tai Tokerau Trades Academy.

Students must have appropriate dress code for Health & Safety reasons to complete these courses. See Technology Overview (bottom of page) for details.

Graduate profile: (What qualities/additional skills learners will achieve by taking this course?)
StartUp is a Level 1 programme in automotive that covers Level 2 credits. This course is in partnership with MITO and has both theory and practical learning. The theory is completed through e-learning and the practical is done in the automotive workshop.

Possible Career/ Vocational Pathway(s): (What career pathways are related to this course?)
https://www.careers.govt.nz/jobs-database/engineering/automotive/automotive-technician/

Learning outcomes/Assessment links:

NCEA Level	Standard Number	Standard Descriptor	Credits	Assessment	Literacy	Numeracy	Vocational Pathways
2	US17676 04	Carry out a pre-drive vehicle check on a light motor vehicle	3	Internal	No	No	N/A
2	US21718 02	Demonstrate knowledge of hazardous materials used in the motor industry	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US29579 01	Demonstrate knowledge of good work habits and safe work practices in the automotive industry	4	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US29580 02	Demonstrate good work habits and safe work practices in the automotive industry	4	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US30475 01	Demonstrate knowledge of motor industry engineering tasks	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US30476 01	Demonstrate knowledge of tools and equipment used in the motor industry	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
		Total Available Credits	17

Note: Standards are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of each year. Course is NOT endorsable.

Progression: (What courses does this course lead to?)
This course will lead on to Level 2 Automotive Engineering and Gateway. The Gateway programme offered at school will allow students to work in a local garage one day a week. This is a great opportunity for them to learn how to work with customers and showcase their ability to an employer.

Vocational/Industry links: (What vocational or industry learning experiences will be included in this course?)
https://www.careers.govt.nz/searchresults?q=automotive

Contextualised contexts: (What local, cultural, real-life content is involved in this course?)
Technology in modern vehicles is ever-changing and students need to keep in touch. This is an excellent career pathway for potential students. By the end of the year, all students will have a better understanding about the vehicle they are driving and know what is happening during the different driving phases and conditions. They will develop life skills that will be useful for them in the future. This subject will have 50% theory and 50% practical. The unit standards we use at school are the same as apprentices use in the workplace. This means that when they decide to become an apprentice, they do not have to do again the standards they have already achieved at school.

Teaching and Learning Approaches: (How will I learn in this course?)
Student learning will be through team work, via e-learning and as individuals. They will learn how to work safely in a workshop environment, know how to use all tools, equipment, and correctly raise a vehicle using a two-post hoist. They can bring vehicles to school and carry out the repairs themselves. There is no better learning about vehicles than by working on them. Students will learn about the different systems and components used on motorcycles, light vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles.

Resource requirements: (What resources will I need to have to learn in this course?)
Students will require covered shoes. Sandals will not be accepted in the workshop.

Course Outline

Term 1 02 February - 16 April 2021 (10/11 weeks)	Term 2 03 May - 09 July 2021 (10 weeks)	Term 3 26 July - 01 October 2021 (10 weeks)	Term 4 18 October - early November 2021 (4 weeks)
US29579 US30476	US30475	US17676	US21718 US29580
KEY DATES:	KEY DATES:	KEY DATES:	KEY DATES:

Term 1
02 February - 16 April 2021
(10/11 weeks)

Term 2
03 May - 09 July 2021
(10 weeks)

Term 3
26 July - 01 October 2021
(10 weeks)

Term 4
18 October - early November 2021
(4 weeks)

US29579
US30476

US30475

US17676

US21718
US29580

KEY DATES:

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Graduate profile: (What qualities/additional skills learners will achieve by taking this course?)
Automotive Engineering gives students the opportunity to experience practical and theoretical elements involved in the design, manufacture and operation of motor vehicles. This course can span two years and, as well as being part of the Technology Department, it also comes under the wing of Te Tai Tokerau Trades Academy. Students must have appropriate dress code for Health & Safety reasons to complete these courses.

Possible Career/ Vocational Pathway(s): (What career pathways are related to this course?)

Learning outcomes/Assessment links:

NCEA Level	Standard Number	Standard Descriptor	Credits	Assessment	Literacy	Numeracy	Vocational Pathways
2	US229 10	Identify the general locations and functions of motor vehicle systems and components	4	Internal	No	No	M&T, PI
2	US231 11	Demonstrate knoweldge of the operation of two and four stroke petrol and diesel engines	4	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US245 10	Select and apply lubricants and sealants for automotive application	2	Internal	No	No	N/A
2	US247 09	Prepare a vehicle and/or machine for use and shutdown after use	2	Internal	No	No	M&T, PI
2	US3856 09	Identify emergency procedures in the motor and related industries	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US3877 08	Demonstrate knowledge of protecting vehicle electronics in the motor industry	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US16113 07	Demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices in an automotive workshop	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US21669 04	Demonstrate knowledge of hand tools and workshop equipment for motor industry applications	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US21720 03	Demonstrate knowledge of motorcycle, car, light and heavy commercial vehicle braking systems	3	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US21859 01	Select and use hand tools and workshop equipment for an automotive application	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
		Total Available Credits	25

Note: Standards are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of each year. Course is NOT endorsable.
**Advanced students who look at this subject as a career pathway and have completed all above standards:

NCEA Level	Standard Number	Standard Descriptor	Credits	Assessment	Literacy	Numeracy	Vocational Pathways
2	US21721 03	Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle steering and suspension systems	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US21682 02	Demonstrate knowledge of an oxy-acetylene welding plant in the motor industry	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US21685 01	Use oxy-acetylene welding plant in the motor industry	3	Internal	No	No	M&T
		Total Available Credits	7

Progression: (What courses does this course lead to?)
Gateway programme offered at school will allow students to work in a local garage one day a week. This is a great opportunity for them to learn how to work with customers and showcase their ability to an employer.

Vocational/Industry links: (What vocational or industry learning experiences will be included in this course?)
https://www.careers.govt.nz/searchresults?q=automotive

Contextualised contexts: (What local, cultural, real-life content is involved in this course?)
Technology in modern vehicles is ever-changing and students need to keep in touch. This is an excellent career pathway for potential students. By the end of the year, all students will have a better understanding about the vehicle they are driving and know what is happening during the different driving phases and conditions. They will develop life skills that will be useful for them in the future. This subject will have 50% theory and 50% practical. The unit standards we use at school are the same as apprentices use in the workplace. This means that when they decide to become an apprentice, they do not have to do again the standards they have already achieved at school.

Teaching and Learning Approaches: (How will I learn in this course?)
Students will learn how to work safely in a workshop environment, know how to use all tools, equipment, and correctly raise a vehicle using a two-post hoist. They can bring vehicles to school and carry out the repairs themselves. There is no better learning about vehicles than by working on them. Students will learn about the different systems and components used on motorcycles, light vehicles, and heavy commercial vehicles.

Resource requirements: (What resources will I need to have to learn in this course?)

Course Outline

Term 1 02 February - 16 April 2021 (10/11 weeks)	Term 2 03 May - 09 July 2021 (10 weeks)	Term 3 26 July - 01 October 2021 (10 weeks)	Term 4 18 October - early November 2021 (4 weeks)
US16113 - Workshop safety US3856 - Identify emergency procedures US21669 - Demonstrate knowledge of hand tools	US229 - Vehicle systems and main components US231 - 2&4 stroke engines	US247 - Prepare vehicle for use and shut down after use US21859 - Select and use hand tools and equipment in a workshop US21720 - Braking systems	US3877 - Protecting vehicle electronics US245 - Select and apply lubricants in automotive related applications
KEY DATES: US16113 due end Week 2 US3856 due end Week 4 US21669 due Week 10	KEY DATES: US231 due end Week 4 US229 due end Week 10	KEY DATES: US247 and US21859 are on-going when vehicles are available US21720 due Week 10	KEY DATES: US3877 due end Week 3 US245 on-going. Vehicles due for servicing.

Term 1
02 February - 16 April 2021
(10/11 weeks)

Term 2
03 May - 09 July 2021
(10 weeks)

Term 3
26 July - 01 October 2021
(10 weeks)

Term 4
18 October - early November 2021
(4 weeks)

US16113 - Workshop safety
US3856 - Identify emergency procedures
US21669 - Demonstrate knowledge of hand tools

US229 - Vehicle systems and main components
US231 - 2&4 stroke engines

US247 - Prepare vehicle for use and shut down
after use
US21859 - Select and use hand tools and equipment
in a workshop
US21720 - Braking systems

US3877 - Protecting vehicle electronics
US245 - Select and apply lubricants in automotive
related applications

KEY DATES:

US16113 due end Week 2
US3856 due end Week 4
US21669 due Week 10

KEY DATES:

US231 due end Week 4
US229 due end Week 10

KEY DATES:

US247 and US21859 are on-going when vehicles
are available
US21720 due Week 10

KEY DATES:

US3877 due end Week 3
US245 on-going. Vehicles due for servicing.

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Graduate profile: (What qualities/additional skills learners will achieve by taking this course?)
Students who have completed Level 2 Automotive will find the transition to Level 3 much easier. Students will focus their learning on specialist areas engine powered machinery and equipment. They will learn by participating in the removal of components to reach to the cambelt for replacement. Thereafter, they have to time the rotation of all the cogs for the cambelt to ensure the timing marks are aligned, assemble, check, recheck and start the engine. This is a good test on students’ capabilities.

Possible Career/ Vocational Pathway(s): (What career pathways are related to this course?)

Learning outcomes/Assessment links:

NCEA Level	Standard Number	Standard Descriptor	Credits	Assessment	Literacy	Numeracy	Vocational Pathways
3	US11733 04	Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle exhaust systems	4	Internal	No	No	N/A
3	US15446 03	Remove and replace a light vehicle engine cam belt	3	Internal	No	No	N/A
3	US23930 01	Demonstrate knowledge of lighyt trailer servicing requirements	2	Internal	No	No	N/A
3	US24189 01	Demonstrate knowledge of motorcycle carburettors, and diagnosing fuel system faults and their causes	2	Internal	No	No	N/A
3	US24312 01	Demonstrate knowledge of clutches and transmissions used on all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)	2	Internal	No	No	N/A
3	US24372 01	Manual metal arc weld automotive components	4	Internal	No	No	N/A
3	US24373 01	Demonstrate knowledge of the manual metal arc welding process in the motor industry	2	Internal	No	No	N/A
		Total Available Credits	19

Note: Standards are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of each year. Course is NOT endorsable.
Year 13 students are able to vary their course according to their requirements in order to complete standards from Level 2 Automotive Engineering.

Level 2 and Level 3 Optional standards for IEP students:

NCEA Level	Standard Number	Standard Descriptor	Credits	Assessment	Literacy	Numeracy	Vocational Pathways
2	US231 11	Demonstrate knowledge of the operation of two and four stroke petrol and diesel engines	4	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US245 10	Select and apply lubricants and sealants for automotive and related industry applications	2	Internal	No	No	N/A
2	US3877 08	Demonstrate knowledge of protecting vehicle electronics in the motor industry	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US16113 07	Demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices in an automotive workshop	2	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US21685 01	Use oxy-acetylene welding plant in the motor industry	3	Internal	No	No	M&T
2	US21720 03	Demonstrate knowledge of motorcycle, car, light and heavy commercial vehicle braking systems	3	Internal	No	No	M&T
		Total Available Credits	16

Progression: (What courses does this course lead to?)
Gateway programme offered at school will allow students to work in a local garage one day a week. This is a great opportunity for them to learn how to work with customers and showcase their ability to an employer.

Vocational/Industry links: (What vocational or industry learning experiences will be included in this course?)
Technology in modern vehicles is ever-changing and students need to keep in touch. This is an excellent career pathway for potential students. By the end of the year, all students will have a better understanding about the vehicle they are driving and know what is happening during the different driving phases and conditions. They will develop life skills that will be useful for them in the future. This subject will have 50% theory and 50% practical. The unit standards we use at school are the same as apprentices use in the workplace. This means that when they decide to become an apprentice, they do not have to do again the standards they have already achieved at school.

Contextualised contexts: (What local, cultural, real-life content is involved in this course?)

Teaching and Learning Approaches: (How will I learn in this course?)
Students learn the functions and purpose of an exhaust system, how to service trailers to warrant of fitness requirements, how hydraulic pressure operates so commonly on heavy machinery. They will service motorbikes, quad bikes and motor vehicles in our modern workshop. They will learn to use an arc welder to join metal together, and will also learn life skills that will lead them to career pathways or skills that will be useful for their future.

Resource requirements: (What resources will I need to have to learn in this course?)

Course Outline

Term 1 02 February - 16 April 2021 (10/11 weeks)	Term 2 03 May - 09 July 2021 (10 weeks)	Term 3 26 July - 01 October 2021 (10 weeks)	Term 4 18 October - early November 2021 (4 weeks)
US1173 - Exhaust systems US23930 - Service a light trailer	US24189 - DKO of motorcycle carburettors US24312 - DKO clutches and transmission on an ATV	US24373 - Manual arc welder US24732 - Arc welding vehicle components	US15446 - Remove and replace a light vehicle engine cambelt. (This will be completed during the year when a vehicle is requiring a cambelt replacement).
KEY DATES: Assessments will be in order of the standards. As students are ready, assessments are handed out to complete. Resets will be completed in the same term. Practical assessments will be completed when vehicles are available to carry out tests. There are no external examinations.

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