Creative Manufacturing (Engineering)
9CMM1 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr O. Richardson, Mr I. Rees.
Recommended Prior LearningNo prior learning is required
Semester 1 - Manufacture a balancing toy.
“Manufacturing is more than just putting parts together. It's coming up with ideas, testing principles and perfecting the engineering, as well as final assembly.”
Do you have an interest in making products that have value and a purpose? Do you get excited about genius hour and want to come up with creative solutions to unique problems? Learn how to use hand tools, powered machinery and fabrication processes to produce quality items in this exciting subject area.
Learn how to weld, use powered machinery, select the correct speed and size drill to drill holes in metal using a pillar drill. Polish your work to a high finish and apply spray paints. Design your own logo to put on the metal.
No sitting at desks, very little writing, lots of practical workshop time plus skills for life and future employment.
Course Overview
Term 1
Introduction to safety.
Selecting and cutting materials to length'
Reading a drawing then marking out work accurately.
Drilling holes and welding joints.
Term 2
Polishing your work
Spray paint a quality finish.
Testing and evaluating a design.
Year 9 Option Subjects - Express and Create, Technology
Pathway
Creative Manufacturing (Engineering), Creative Manufacturing (Engineering)
Manufacturing and fabrication industries, Air New Zealand and Hamilton Jet. Look at www.competenz.org.nz for all career pathways and apprenticeships.
Career PathwaysAeronautical Engineer, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Product Assembler, Architectural Technician, Electronics Engineer, Automotive Electrician, Metal Worker, Boat Builder, Fabrication Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Building and Construction Manager