7–10Engineering Technology 7–10 Syllabus

Describe the function and purpose of mechanisms, including how they operate as part of a system or machine

Identify the functional components of a mechanism, such as axles, levers, pulleys, springs, gears and screws

Identify and use safe work practices when participating in testing and developing mechanical projects

Dismantle and reassemble a mechanism to outline its function

Apply scheduling, resource allocation and budgeting to plan and manage a mechanical engineering project

Investigate how Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples used levers and pulleys

Test the mechanical advantage and efficiency of simple machines, including a lever, wheel and axle, pulley, gear and spring

Describe key innovations based on simple machines to understand how mechanical engineering has evolved over time

Explain how simple machines work together in a mechanical system

Identify and apply linear, rotary, oscillating and reciprocating motion in various mechanical devices

Use and modify existing designs when completing projects

Construct a model of a mechanism that converts circular motion to linear motion

Discuss the application of precision measuring tools, such as micrometers and vernier calipers, to ensure accuracy in the production of mechanical parts

Calculate quantities and costs of materials and components used in the completion of mechanical projects

Investigate the role of mechanical engineering in the development of robotics used in automation

Discuss sustainability considerations in mechanical engineering, such as product life cycle and reusability of machine parts

Evaluate and use mechanical components to solve an identified problem in practical projects

Apply safe work practices throughout the design, production and testing of models and projects for a mechanism

Identify the properties of a material, including hardness, machineability and wear resistance, that make it suitable for use in mechanisms

Compare the general properties of traditional and modern materials used in manufacturing mechanisms, including metals and composites

Apply work hardening and heat treatment processes to modify a range of materials, and test how these processes change the properties of the material

Use data to assess the properties of a range of materials to evaluate their performance under identified conditions, such as temperature extremes and corrosive environments

Select and assess the suitability of materials used to construct a mechanism for an intended purpose

Investigate the effect of friction between materials, including how friction could be either an advantage or disadvantage in a mechanism

Test the factors that impact on the corrosion of a mechanical component

Outline and apply a range of processes and techniques, such as the application of finishes, to protect mechanical components from corrosion

Investigate the role of the waste hierarchy in material selection and use during the production of mechanisms

Test a range of simple mechanisms, including levers, pulleys and gears, to determine their efficiency

Analyse the functional effect of force and the related output of simple mechanisms, such as levers, pulleys and gears

Build and test a working model of a mechanism using appropriate tools and processes

Compare the forces acting on a model of a mechanism and assess their efficiency

Test and evaluate how mechanical systems relate to and interact with other systems to demonstrate their dependencies on each other

Apply an engineering process to produce a functioning mechanism based on mechanical principles

Identify and explain the concept of mechanical advantage (MA) in a simple mechanical system

Evaluate the use of mechanical elements in projects

Develop an engineering drawing using the AS 1100 for drawing mechanisms

Produce a pictorial drawing of a simple mechanical component, such as an isometric or oblique drawing

Develop an orthogonal engineering drawing of a mechanical component, including 2 views and dimensions using third-angle projection

Apply a sequence of skills to develop an engineering drawing using computer-aided design (CAD) software

Produce a parts list to prepare materials for the construction of a mechanism

Document material selection and justification, mechanical analysis and test results in an engineering report

Create written texts to explain and justify decision-making in the development of a solution

Use subject-specific terminology to communicate concepts of engineering mechanisms