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MEC1015 Mechanics Tools & Materials

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

Description
Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the safe use of specialty hand tools, measuring tools and fasteners.
Prerequisite
None
Parameters
Access to tools and fasteners commonly used in the trade.

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 create a health and safety plan with special emphasis on conditions and factors related to the specific pathway or series of courses

    • 1.1 research and identify the following eight common elements of a health and safety management system:

      • 1.1.1 management, leadership and organizational commitment including policies, guidelines and responsibilities

      • 1.1.2 hazard identification and assessment

      • 1.1.3 hazard control

      • 1.1.4 worker competency and training including: technical competence, safe work practices and procedures, personal protective equipment

      • 1.1.5 work site inspection

      • 1.1.6 incident investigation

      • 1.1.7 emergency response

      • 1.1.8 management system administration including: evaluation, records and statistics, maintenance of system

    • 1.2 explain each of the elements reflecting on occupational health and safety implications

    • 1.3 define health and safety elements relevant to the world-of-work

    • 1.4 present a health and safety plan clarifying its relevance to the work world and society in general

  • 2 research common processes and methods of hazard identification, assessment and control specific to the pathway or series of courses

    • 2.1 research and identify common job site hazard identification processes

    • 2.2 research and identify common methods for assessment and control of hazards

    • 2.3 explain and demonstrate appropriate health and safety effective practices

    • 2.4 demonstrate a proactive personal commitment toward improvement of workplace health and safety including concern for others and following instructions, rules and guidelines

  • 3 identify, describe and demonstrate the safe and correct use of shop procedures and equipment

    • 3.1 demonstrate knowledge of and follow safety rules and guidelines related to the use of specialty hand and measuring tools, as well as shop/laboratory routines

    • 3.2 identify the hazards with the use of:

      • 3.2.1 adhesives

      • 3.2.2 sealers

  • 4 identify, describe and demonstrate the safe and correct use of power and specialty hand tools used in the trade

    • 4.1 identify and describe the following common specialty tools:

      • 4.1.1 tube flare kit

      • 4.1.2 tubing cutter

      • 4.1.3 tubing bender

      • 4.1.4 twist drills

      • 4.1.5 reamers

      • 4.1.6 taps and tap handles

      • 4.1.7 dies and diestock

      • 4.1.8 stud extractors

      • 4.1.9 pneumatic tools

      • 4.1.10 drill press

      • 4.1.11 pedestal grinder

      • 4.1.12 vises

      • 4.1.13 hack saws

  • 5 identify, describe and demonstrate the safe and correct use of measuring tools used in the trade

    • 5.1 describe and use the following common measuring tools:

      • 5.1.1 steel rule

      • 5.1.2 feeler blades

      • 5.1.3 vernier, dial and digital slide calipers

      • 5.1.4 micrometer

      • 5.1.5 dial indicator

      • 5.1.6 transfer gauges

      • 5.1.7 Plastigauge™

      • 5.1.8 torque wrench

      • 5.1.9 pull scale

  • 6 list and describe fastening devices used in the trade

    • 6.1 identify and describe the following:

      • 6.1.1 threaded fasteners

      • 6.1.2 bolt grades

      • 6.1.3 bolt identification

      • 6.1.4 nuts

      • 6.1.5 washers

      • 6.1.6 torquing techniques

      • 6.1.7 snap rings and clips

      • 6.1.8 set screws

      • 6.1.9 keys

      • 6.1.10 splines

      • 6.1.11 pins

      • 6.1.12 plastic trim fasteners

    • 6.2 describe the use of:

      • 6.2.1 adhesives

      • 6.2.2 sealers

  • 7 demonstrate proper techniques when using fastening devices

    • 7.1 select or modify a plan for a simple product that will meet a defined need

    • 7.2 identify and select the appropriate tools, materials and processes required to make the product

    • 7.3 list the steps that are required to make a product in a safe and logical order

    • 7.4 demonstrate the following tasks:

      • 7.4.1 tap a blind hole

      • 7.4.2 cut threads with a die and diestock

      • 7.4.3 repair threads using thread-restoring inserts

      • 7.4.4 broken fastener removal

      • 7.4.5 convert numbers between decimals and fractions

      • 7.4.6 identify linear measurements in imperial and SI units

      • 7.4.7 identify torque measurements in imperial and SI units

  • 8 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 8.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 8.1.1 communicate

      • 8.1.2 manage information

      • 8.1.3 use numbers

      • 8.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 8.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 8.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 8.2.2 be responsible

      • 8.2.3 be adaptable

      • 8.2.4 learn continuously

      • 8.2.5 work safely

    • 8.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 8.3.1 work with others

      • 8.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 9 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices

    • 9.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences

    • 9.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices

Program of Studies 2009. Source document, © Alberta Education.