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Available courses

Workshop Technology

COURSE INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Workshop Technology!

Welcome to this comprehensive Workshop Technology course! This is a fundamental unit in your diploma program that will equip you with essential practical skills and theoretical knowledge required in modern engineering workshops. Whether you're pursuing civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or related technical fields, the competencies you'll develop here form the backbone of hands-on technical work.

What This Course Is About

Workshop Technology is where theory meets practice. In this course, you'll learn to:

Work safely in industrial and workshop environments
Use precision measuring instruments and tools
Perform various metal working operations
Understand material properties and behavior
Apply heat treatment processes
Test and analyze engineering materials

These skills are not just academic—they're the same competencies used by technicians and engineers in manufacturing plants, construction sites, automotive workshops, fabrication shops, and maintenance facilities worldwide.

Why This Course Matters

In today's engineering world, understanding workshop processes is crucial because:

Safety First: You'll learn to protect yourself and others in potentially hazardous environments
Practical Skills: Hands-on competencies that make you immediately employable
Quality Control: Understanding materials and processes ensures quality work
Problem-Solving: Workshop knowledge helps you design better, troubleshoot effectively, and innovate
Industry Relevance: These skills are demanded across multiple industries

Course Structure

This course is organized into 4 weeks with 2 modules per week, totaling 8 comprehensive modules:

WEEK 1: Safety & Measurement Fundamentals

Module 1: Workshop Safety Precautions & PPE
Module 2: Material Measurements & Measuring Instruments

WEEK 2: Basic Metal Works (Part 1)

Module 3: Metal Marking, Cutting & Pattern Development
Module 4: Metal Joining Techniques

WEEK 3: Basic Metal Works (Part 2) & Heat Treatment

Module 5: Drilling & Grinding Operations
Module 6: Heat Treatment Processes

WEEK 4: Materials Analysis & Testing

Module 7: Common Workshop Materials Analysis
Module 8: Materials Testing & Quality Control

Each module includes:

Clear learning objectives
Theoretical content
Practical demonstrations
Hands-on activities
Formative assessments
Safety briefings

Learning Approach

This course uses a practical, hands-on approach with approximately:

40% Theory: Understanding principles, safety, and standards
60% Practice: Actual workshop operations and demonstrations

You'll work individually and in groups, developing both technical skills and teamwork abilities essential in real workshop environments.

Assessment Strategy

Your competency will be assessed through:

Continuous Assessment (40%)
- Practical demonstrations
- Safety compliance observations
- Workshop reports
- Weekly quizzes
End of Course Assessment (60%)
- Practical examination
- Written test
- Project work