Students use the Design and Realisation Process and a range of metal fabrication techniques, tools, machines, and/or systems to convert metal materials into useful products. The course develops metal machining skills, using a wide range of power tools and machines.
Metal Technologies
SACE Stage 2
Metal Technologies
Design, Technology and Engineering - Industry and Entrepreneurial Solutions
SACE Stage 2
20 credits
Workshop tools and equipment are used to research, plan, create and develop metal-based products.
Students use a range of hand tools and workshop equipment including drilling machines, metal turning lathes, metal folding machines and welding processes to manufacture a product. Students also use Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) technologies to design and manufacture a project.
Course Content
Assessment
Further Info
Course Content
Assessment
| School Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Specialised Skills Task | 20% |
| Design Process and Solution | 50% |
| External Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Resource Study | 30% |
Further Info
Students on an Engineering trade pathway may choose to be assessed under the Industry Connections SACE subject. However, Industry Connections does not contribute towards an ATAR.