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Project aims
Project aims
(Why am I doing this?)
(Why am I doing this?)
By completing this project you will:
By completing this project you will:
- Develop a range of new practical skills. This will help you when completing unit 2.
- Develop and improve your knowledge and understanding of topics to improve your theory exam grades. This will help you when completing unit 3.
Situation
Situation
As a technical apprentice for Parker Games, UK, you've been asked to use a lathe to prototype a chess piece for a new commemorative set.
Activity
Activity
Using black, or mild steel, create the bottle opener to the technical specifications below.
Click here to view the PDF version of the technical drawing.
Chess Piece (tapered) Drawing v1.pdfTechnical Drawing
Technical Drawing
Success Criteria
Success Criteria
To manufacture the chess piece successfully you must:
To manufacture the chess piece successfully you must:
- Watch and listen carefully to your teachers demonstrations.
- Work in a safe manner.
- Use the correct materials, tools and processes.
- Continually monitor the quality of your own work by using the provided manufacturing drawings.
To help you gain a better understanding of this project, explore the 3d models below.
To help you gain a better understanding of this project, explore the 3d models below.
CAD model download
3mm, 2d laser-cut GO-NO-GO gauge download
Do need help?
Do need help?
Click on the website links below to independently find out about the tools, equipment, project planning techniques and materials you shall be using in this practical project.
Click on the website links below to independently find out about the tools, equipment, project planning techniques and materials you shall be using in this practical project.
Metal Research
Metal Research
Marking Out Tool Research
Marking Out Tool Research
Tool and Equipment Research
Tool and Equipment Research
Project Planning
Project Planning
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