JC Engineering Scheme of Work - BRIGHTER MINDS



Junior Cycle Engineering – Scheme of WorkFIRST YEARSUMMARYAt the end of their first year, students will understand engineering drawings, engineering room safety, common metals and plastics, basic benchwork, pillar drill, basic gears and electronic components, be confident in creating their own design drawings, and be able to manufacture and part-design a multi-part project in plastic and metal with simple integrated electronics such as LEDs or DC motors. Students will have studied the design process, created a Gantt chart for their project, carried out a small number of short research assignments and created a number of simple working programs for the micro:bit computer. SCHEDULE MONTHUNIT OF LEARNINGTOPICS COVEREDTEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS ASSESSMENT METHODSSEPTOCTNOVDECJANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNUnit 1 – Intro to EngineeringWhat Engineering is aboutBenefits and CareersIntroduction to Engineering Processes, Design and MechatronicsClass DiscussionsComplete Workbook ActivitiesShort Homework AssignmentTake QUIZ: Unit 1Formative onlyObserving quality of class responsesEvaluating student levels and needsUnit 2 – Health and SafetyHazards, RisksSafety SignsPPEWorkshop RulesTour of Engineering RoomClass Safety DiscussionBook AssignmentsDevelop Safety RulesTake QUIZ: Unit 2Health and Safety QuizUnit Revision QuestionsHealth and Safety QuizUnit 3 – Key RingInterpreting Engineering Drawings, DimensioningPractice Drawing & DesignManufacture a single acrylic partMarking Out, Datum EdgesCutting, Drilling, FilingCordless drill, Pillar Drill, Hacksaws, Filing techniques, Bench ViceBasic Material Properties Introduction to PlasticsTypes of MotionSimple SwitchesRecognising Mechatronics in the Engineering RoomSTUDENT PROJECT – design and manufacture an acrylic Key RingStudents complete Workbook ActivitiesTeacher demonstrate toolsExplore mechatronics in the engineering roomTake QUIZ: Unit 3Watch VIDEOS: Engineering Drawings, Measurement and Marking Out, FilingStudent self-assessment of projectTeacher feedback on projectUnit Revision QuestionsTeacher formative assessment on ActivitiesUnit 4 – Bag TagInterpreting Drawings – Bend Lines, DevelopmentsSketching DevelopmentsBending Acrylic with Strip HeaterTypes of Thermoplastics and Thermosetting PlasticsAdditional marking out and workholding toolsGears, Speed calculations, Screw mechanismsBasic electrical terms and electronic component: bulbs, LEDs, batteries, DC motorIntroduction to Programming with the micro:bit STUDENT PROJECT – design and build a Timetable Bag Tag Complete workbook activitiesComplete online micro:bit tutorialsWatch VIDEOs: Properties, Plastics, Plastics Forming and Finishing, WorkholdingTake QUIZZES: Unit, Plastics, WorkholdingUse micro:bit makecode editorStudent self-assessment of projectTeacher feedback on projectUnit Revision QuestionsTeacher formative assessment on Activities Unit 5 – Phone StandManufacture a single aluminium part Understanding Non-Ferrous MetalsSketching Concept Designs and Orthographic ViewsAccurate Measurement using Vernier Calipers, MicrometerCutting metal with Guillotine, NotcherUnderstanding Lever mechanisms, classesProgramming with the micro:bit LEDs and buttonsShort Mechatronics research assignmentSTUDENT PROJECT – Mobile Phone Stand Design Practice & Sketching Classroom DiscussionsComplete Workbook ActivitiesWatch VIDEOS: Non-Ferrous Metals, Filing, Cutting, micro:bit, MechatronicsGroup Programming Activities Take QUIZZES: Unit 5, Non-Ferrous MetalsResearch ActivityStudent self-assessment of projectTeacher feedback on projectUnit Revision QuestionsTeacher formative assessment on Activities Christmas ExamsREVISION and CHRISTMAS EXAMS (on content from Units 1 to 5)Unit 6 – LED Photo FrameMulti-part/material project integrating LEDs Metal Bending, box pan folder, folding bars, tin snipsCountersinking, pilot holesMechanical Joining – screws, nuts, bolts, washersAdhesive Joining – various gluesRecap electronic componentsHow to read ResistorsSeries and Parallel CircuitsBreadboards, Soldering electronic componentsProgramming the Micro:bit input and output pinsDigital vs AnalogResearch Activity on Modern TechnologiesSTUDENT PROJECT – design and manufacture an LED Photo FrameDesign SketchingDrawing simple electronic circuitsWorkbook activitiesWatch VIDEOS: Joining, Soldering, Electronics 1Teacher soldering demonstrationStudent Research activity Take QUIZZES: Unit 6, Joining, Electronics 1Student self-assessment of projectTeacher feedback on projectUnit Revision QuestionsTeacher formative assessment on Activities Easter ExamsRevision and EASTER EXAMS (on content from Units 1 to 6)Unit 7 – JitterbugProject ManagementDesign Process, Factors, CADDC motors, DC motor circuitsCam & Follower mechanismIncorporate a DC motor and cam into a projectLearn Project Management, Gantt chartsPractice Design EvaluationLearn about Pop RivetingResearch on material types – composites, wood, ceramicsProgramming the micro:bit – light sensors, music, communicating between micro:bit using radio wavesSTUDENT PROJECT – plan, design and manufacture a moving insect creatureThink, pair, share Design Sketching Solidworks demoDemo Laser Cutting from CAD fileDesign Evaluation activities Programming Watch VIDEOS: Design, Project Management, Electronics 2Take QUIZZES: Unit 7, Design & PMStudent self-assessment of projectTeacher feedback on projectTeacher feedback on research assignmentUnit Revision QuestionsTeacher formative assessment on ActivitiesSummer ExamsREVISION. Unit Revision Questions. Take online Quizzes on Units 1 to 7. Watch videos again.SUMMER EXAMS on content from Units 2 to 7SECOND YEARSUMMARYAt the end of the second year, students will have completed most of their course, plus the research-based Class-Based Assessment CBA 1 ‘Engineering in Action’. This will allow students in their third year to concentrate on CBA2, Final Project, and Final Exam. In their second year, students will gain a deeper experience and understanding of materials and engineering processes, design application and mechatronics (e.g. mechanisms, forces, structures, engines, electronic circuits and micro:bit programming). In their second year, students will also gain additional experience in planning, designing, manufacturing, testing and improving three more-complex and mechatronic practical projects. SCHEDULE MONTHUNIT OF LEARNINGTOPICS COVEREDTEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS ASSESSMENT METHODSSEPTOCTNOVDECUnit 8 – Salt and Pepper ShakersFerrous metals and alloys, properties, types of steelProduction of iron and steelHeat treatment: hardening, tempering, annealing, normalisationLathework: parts, safety precautions, cutting angles and speeds, parallel turning (practical), facing, parting-off, taper turning, chamfering, drilling, boring, knurling (practical)Copper soldering, fluxesVee-Block, types of drill bits, hole sawDesign - Stand for Salt & Pepper ShakersSTUDENT PROJECT – design and manufacture copper salt and pepper shakers, and a standLathe demonstrationComplete workbook activities that guide project and theory learningVIDEOS: Ferrous Metals, Furnaces, Heat Treatment, Using the LatheQUIZZES: Unit 8, Ferrous Metals, Furnaces, Using the LatheTeacher feedback on projectStudent self-assessment on projectTeacher feedback on activitiesUnit Revision QuestionsUnit 9 – ‘Tis the Season (Christmas Project)Mechanisms: peg-and-slot (practical), crank-and-slider, types of linkagesSimple DC motor circuitTapping and threading (practical)Types of Forces: compression, tension, shear, torsionTypes of Structures: arches, beams, triangulation, struts, tiesScroll saw, band sawTapping size hole, blind holeMicro:bit programming – controlling a DC Motor using a DC Motor Driver BoardSTUDENT PROJECT – plan, design and manufacture a moving festive figureCreate Gantt Chart for the projectComplete a Project EvaluationStructures activitiesVIDEOS: Mechanisms, Drilling, Forces and StructuresQUIZZES: Unit 9, Drilling, Forces and StructuresHands-on micro:bit programming using makecode editorTeacher feedback on projectStudent self-assessment on projectTeacher feedback on activitiesUnit Revision QuestionsChristmas ExamsRevision and CHRISTMAS EXAMSMONTHUNIT OF LEARNINGTOPICS COVERED TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS ASSESSMENT METHODSJANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNUnit 10 – Motorised VehicleReversible DC Motor CircuitEngines, internal combustion, 2/4-stroke, electric, hybridMore gear types, pulleysVacuum forming plasticsEnergy sources, energy conversion, environmentResearch topic on automotive technologyEvaluating existing designsmicro:bit programming – radio control of vehicle using 2 x micro:bitsSTUDENT PROJECT – plan, design and manufacture a moving vehicleVIDEOS: Mechanisms, EnginesUse a Mechanisms KitPrototyping designsComplete a Project EvaluationQUIZZES: Unit 10, Mechanisms, EnginesComplete workbook activities on designTeacher feedback on projectStudent self-assessment on projectTeacher feedback on activitiesUnit Revision QuestionsEaster ExamsRevision and EASTER ExamsUnit 12 – Engineering in Our World (Part One)Complete the first two sections only in this Unit(as CBA1 Preparation):Applications of EngineeringImpact of EngineeringClass DiscussionsBook Read ThroughShort Research AssignmentsTeacher feedback on activitiesCBA1 PreparationClass Discussion of CBA1: Format of outputs, Learning Logs, Research methodology to use, wow to choose topics. Perhaps carry out a short practice assignment prior to CBA1. CBA 1 – Engineering in Action – 3 WeeksSupervise students’ research work and advise on possible approaches and formats (not content). Unit 11 – Stop/Go Barrier(Part One) (Complete in 3rd Year)Designing from a BriefMaintain a project folder as practice for Final Year ProjectServo motors, sensors, diodes, transistorsUseful control circuits: reversible motor with limit switches, sensor circuitsMore gears and drive typesmicro:bit programming – controlling a servo motor to raise/lower a barrierSurface Finishing: plating, plastic dip, paints, engravingSTUDENT PROJECT – plan, design and manufacture a stop/go barrierWatch VIDEOS: Electronics 2, Surface FinishingTake QUIZZES: Unit 11, Electronics 2, Surface CoatingsExam Revision.SUMMER EXAMSTHIRD YEARSUMMARYStudents will spend most of their third year on CBA2, Final Project, and revising for the Final Exam. At the start of the year, students will complete Unit 11, and will complete Unit 12 later in the year. SCHEDULE MONTHUNIT OF LEARNINGTOPICS COVEREDTEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS ASSESSMENT METHODSSEPTOCTNOVDECJANFEBMARCHAPRILComplete the 11 – Stop / Go Barrier Unit (Continuation from Second Year)Complete any manufacturing, testing, evaluation and documentation tasks of the Unit 11 project that were not completed in Year 2Complete any Unit 11 theory modules not completed in Year 2 Hands-on project completionProject EvaluationWorkbook activitiesVideos and Quizzes if usefulTeacher feedback on projectStudent self-assessment on projectTeacher feedback on activitiesUnit Revision QuestionsChristmas ExamsCBA 2 – Research and DevelopmentInform students that the research they carry out in CBA 2 will be used later in their Final Project. In CBA2, students will be preparing and planning for the design element of their Final Project.Supervise the students’ research, their analysis of their research, and the production of their documentation / presentation. Encourage good research, design thinking / multiple potential solutions, and the students’ own critical evaluation and improvement of their work. FINAL YEAR PROJECT SEC will release production drawings for the project. There will also be a design element to the project that will relate to research work carried out in CBA2. Encourage students to create a design and manufacturing plan, to keep track of their progress, take corrective action and keep their plan updated. Encourage students to produce design drawings, justification of their design, production of Bill of Materials, processes required, tools and equipment chosen. Revision and CHRISTMAS ExamsFINAL YEAR PROJECT ContinuedEncourage students to update their manufacturing, testing and improvement plan, and to start their project documentation early. Supervise students in their manufacturing, testing, evaluation, improvement, time management, and documentation of their projects.Revision and EASTER Exams12 – Engineering in Our WorldICT: Computers, parts, ICs, data, input/output devices, software, networks, wireless, internet, applications of ICTAutomation, Robotics and CNC Control. InventorsComplete Workbook activitiesWatch VIDEO: Automation and Robotics Take QUIZ: Unit 12Teacher formative assessment of classroom & homework activitiesMONTHUNIT OF LEARNINGTOPICS COVEREDTEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS ASSESSMENT METHODSAPRIL MAYJUNERevision for Final ExamSet revision questions and short design exercises. Take guidance from SEC and JCT re exam content and format. Watch relevant Videos and take relevant Quizzes. Revise areas where students may be weak. 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