ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Subject Department

	Ms Emily Cauchi Garrett Teacher
	Mr Adon Formosa Teacher adon.formosa@ilearn.edu.mt
	Ms Stefania Said Teacher stefania.said.2@ilearn.edu.mt

Subject Information

VET ENGINEERING

General introduction to the subject:
The aim of the vocational program in engineering technology is to provide learners with the underpinning knowledge related to the industrial environment. Throughout the program, students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills that are being covered during the teaching and learning phases.

Topics studied:
• Using Tools and Materials
• Electronic Circuits Designs
• Electro-mechanical systems

Class activities involved:
Hands on activity where students learn through the making and using of tools, machines and materials.

Homework assigned:
Research work related to the work being covered during the lesson and in preparation for the assignments.

Assessment given:
During each scholastic year, students will cover a unit and so throughout the three years, students complete 3 units.
During the year, each unit is assessed by means of
• two (2) assignments (60% of the yearly mark) that consist of both written and practical tasks
• one (1) assessment (40% of the yearly mark and issued by MATSEC) that consist of a written examination
The marks obtained during years 9, 10 and 11 will amount to 100% of the final Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) result.

Skills acquired while studying the subject:
• Work safely in an engineering environment.
• Carry out basic risk assessments.
• Respond effectively to help persons when an incident occurs.
• Interpret different types of documentation.
• Use tools and machinery in the appropriate manner.
• Carry out simple tests on different materials.
• Manufacture a PCB.
• Construct an electro-mechanical project using tools and machinery.
• Conduct basic tests to identify faults.

Skills required to study the subject:
• Good level of English
• Good ICT skills
• Being able to work in a team
• Good level of applied science
• Willing to carry out hands on activities related to the use of Engineering tools

This subject can lead you to the following Career Paths:
Mechanic
Mechanical Engineer
Electronic and Electric Engineer
Electrical and Electronics Technician
Mechanical Technician
Aircraft/Marine Engineer
Carpenter
Bench Fitter/Fabricator



APPLIED ENGINEERING

General introduction to the subject:
The aim of the applied programme in Engineering Technology is to provide learners with hands on experience related to the Industrial Environment. Throughout the programme, candidates are expected to apply skills, using tools / equipment and materials in order to gain knowledge on theoretical principals.

Topics studied:
• Manufacturing Processes
• Mechanical Systems
• Electrical and Electronics Systems

Class activities involved:
Applied exercises where students experiment and practice with tools, equipment and materials in order to understand concepts and systems.

Homework assigned:
Research work related to the work being covered during the lesson and in preparation for other lessons and / or assignments.

Assessment given:
During each scholastic year, students will cover a unit.
Throughout the three years, students complete 3 units, one each year.
During the year, each unit is assessed by means of three (3) assignments that are mainly based on practical tasks and carried out in class.
Out of the 3 assignments each year, one is issued by MATSEC.
The marks obtained during years 9, 10 and 11 will amount to 100% of the final Secondary Education Applied Certificate (SEAC) result.

Skills acquired while studying the subject:
• Demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety practices while working in an engineering context.
• Make use of measuring and marking out tools on materials with specific properties.
• Make appropriate use of tools and equipment used for cutting materials.
• Make use of permanent and non-permanent joining processes.
• Finish a product according to set requirements.
• Manufacture different threads according to given specifications.
• Assemble pulleys and sprockets according to given ratios.
• Use 3D printers to construct gears and ratchets according to given specifications.
• Assemble cams and cranks according to given specifications.
• Use different sub-mechanical systems to construct a mechanical system.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of electrical and electronic components.
• Manufacture a PCB.
• Construct electrical lighting circuits.
• Construct electrical power circuits.

Skills required to study the subject:
• Learns by doing
• ICT skills
• Being able to work in a team
• Good level of applied science
• Willing to carry out hands on activities related to the use of Engineering tools

This subject can lead you to the following Career Paths:
Skilled Worker
Aircraft Junior Mechanic
Technician
Welding Tradesperson
Assistant Electrician
Assistant Mechanic
Machine Operator
Technical Operator