CON1180 Mould Making & Casting

Introductory · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description: Students apply knowledge of casting and moulding materials and processes to prepare a mould and produce a casting.
Prerequisite: CON1010: Construction Tools & Materials
Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with moulding and casting equipment.

Outcomes The student will:

1 list and describe common materials and processes used in casting/moulding
- 1.1 identify and describe materials used to cast/mould including:
  - 1.1.1 clay slip
  - 1.1.2 concrete
  - 1.1.3 polystyrene beads
  - 1.1.4 plastisol
  - 1.1.5 model metal
- 1.2 describe common processes of casting/moulding clay, concrete and plastic
- 1.3 differentiate between hardening by cooling, curing and drying
- 1.4 describe the kinds of materials and methods that are used to make patterns and moulds
- 1.5 describe factors that affect the quality of a cast or moulded product
2 apply principles of pattern making to create a simple mould
- 2.1 identify and describe the health and safety hazards associated with heating plastic and firing ceramic products
- 2.2 design or prepare a mould for a ceramic or plastic product
3 cast and finish a product, using the appropriate skills, materials and processes
- 3.1 calculate the quantities of materials required to make a casting
- 3.2 prepare a detailed step-by-step set of procedures to make a cast or moulded product
- 3.3 locate the necessary personal protective clothing and equipment for a specific casting/moulding process
- 3.4 describe a plan of action in the event of an accident
- 3.5 use the appropriate tools, materials and processes to:
  - 3.5.1 make or prepare a mould
  - 3.5.2 measure and mix quantities of materials
  - 3.5.3 pour, cure and finish a cast and/or moulded product
- 3.6 use the appropriate personal protective equipment
4 demonstrate basic competencies
- 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 4.1.1 communicate
  - 4.1.2 manage information
  - 4.1.3 use numbers
  - 4.1.4 think and solve problems
- 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 4.2.2 be responsible
  - 4.2.3 be adaptable
  - 4.2.4 learn continuously
  - 4.2.5 work safely
- 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 4.3.1 work with others
  - 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
5 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices
- 5.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences
- 5.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices