MEC1010 Modes & Mechanisms
Introductory · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation
- Description
- Students research, design, build and test a model of a transportation vehicle, using a simple power source, common materials and tools.
- Prerequisite
- None
- Parameters
- Access to tools and fasteners commonly used in the trade.
Outcomes The student will:
1 demonstrate the safe use of tools and follow established laboratory procedures
1.1 demonstrate knowledge of and follow safety rules and guidelines related to the use of basic hand and power tools
1.2 identify the hazards associated with the use of:
1.2.1 compressed gases
1.2.2 liquids under pressure
1.2.3 flammable materials
1.2.4 components under tension
2 list and describe operating systems and structures common to all modes of transportation
2.1 identify a transportation mode that can be used to move passengers or goods in the following environments:
2.1.1 terrestrial
2.1.2 marine
2.1.3 atmospheric
2.1.4 space
2.2 describe, in a given environment, what forces must be overcome to start and keep a vehicle/craft in motion
2.3 list and describe the function of the following systems:
2.3.1 propulsion
2.3.2 guidance
2.3.3 control
2.3.4 suspension
2.3.5 structural
2.3.6 solar and wind
2.4 describe and demonstrate how energy produces motion using:
2.4.1 gravity
2.4.2 elastic or spring materials under tension
2.4.3 compressed gases
2.4.4 liquids under pressure
2.4.5 electromagnetic combustion
2.5 identify and compare the guidance and control mechanisms that are used in connection with a:
2.5.1 land vehicle
2.5.2 marine craft
2.5.3 aircraft
2.5.4 spacecraft
2.6 identify and compare the means by which a vehicle or craft is supported:
2.6.1 on land
2.6.2 in air
2.6.3 in water or space
2.7 identify the types of structures and materials that are used to support vehicular systems to provide maximum safety and performance
3 research, design, build and test a concept vehicle
3.1 research, design and construct a vehicle or craft for a predetermined use
3.2 identify an appropriate measurement technique used to assess factors including:
3.2.1 speed
3.2.2 pulling power
3.2.3 payload
3.2.4 efficiency
3.3 describe operation and construction of the transportation vehicle
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
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