This subject aims to give students an insight of Technology as applied through the automotive industry. Students are required to work in a small group and carry out research, develop ideas and produce designs that will allow them to produce a Go-Kart to set specifications. Each group shall be supplied with the mechanical parts required to build the vehicle. Through research and the development of design ideas the members of the groups will work together to complete and test their vehicle within the given time frame. They will ultimately race their vehicle against the vehicles completed by the other groups. They are required to demonstrate an understanding of the application and use of tools, equipment and machines that are employed in the shaping and modelling of metals. Students are required to demonstrate safe workshop practices at all times.
This would help prepare students for subjects such as VCE Systems Design and Technology, Systems engineering, and VET. Vocational pathways careers in design, engineering, automotive, racing and manufacturing
Personal enrichment: skills in design and manufacturing
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