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Engineering Plastics Technology
Engineering Plastics Technology
Module
National Code
State Code
42107
42107
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/03/1994
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Nominal Hours
34
Description
To give students a general overview of the plastics
industry to the extent of a working knowledge of
plastic types, engineering properties and
manufacturing techniques sufficient to enable them
to converse with industry specialists.
To equip the students with a fundamental knowledge
of plastic materials and manufacturing techniques as
a foundation to the engineering design units.
industry to the extent of a working knowledge of
plastic types, engineering properties and
manufacturing techniques sufficient to enable them
to converse with industry specialists.
To equip the students with a fundamental knowledge
of plastic materials and manufacturing techniques as
a foundation to the engineering design units.
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Evidence Guide
One two hour written examination 70%
Laboratory and project work 30%
Laboratory
Laboratory work should include:
- the production of a plastic from chemical ingredients
- tests to determine physical properties
- tests to identify plastic samples.
These tests should be written up as formal technical
reports in line with the standard report writing
procedures issued by the Study Area.
Project
Project work should include articles made by at least three of the following
techniques:
- Fabrication
- Moulding
- FRP
- Expanded foam.
A pass is required in both the examination and
practical components.
Laboratory and project work 30%
Laboratory
Laboratory work should include:
- the production of a plastic from chemical ingredients
- tests to determine physical properties
- tests to identify plastic samples.
These tests should be written up as formal technical
reports in line with the standard report writing
procedures issued by the Study Area.
Project
Project work should include articles made by at least three of the following
techniques:
- Fabrication
- Moulding
- FRP
- Expanded foam.
A pass is required in both the examination and
practical components.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6375 | Engineering (Non-destructive Testing) | Accredited course | |
| 9349 | Engineering Mechanical | Accredited course | |
| 6373 | Mechanical Engineering | Accredited course |