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MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY
GUIDELINES FOR
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASKS
GRADE 10
2016
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Mechanical Technology 2 DBE/PAT 2016
NSC – Grade 10
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1. INTRODUCTION 3
2. TEACHER GUIDELINES 4
2.1 Administration of PAT 4
2.2 Assessment of PAT 4
2.3 Moderation of PAT 4
3. LEARNER GUIDELINES 5
4. GENERIC CONTENT 6–15
5. FITTING AND MACHINING – SPECIFIC CONTENT 16–20
6. AUTOMOTIVE – SPECIFIC CONTENT 21–27
7. WELDING AND METALWORK – SPECIFIC CONTENT 28–38
8. ABSENCE/NON-SUBMISSION OF TASKS 39
9. TIMEFRAMES 39
10. DECLARATION OF AUTHENTICITY 40
11. CONCLUSION 41
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1. INTRODUCTION
The 16 Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements subjects which contain a practical
component all include a Practical Assessment Task (PAT). These subjects are:
• AGRICULTURE: Agricultural Management Practices, Agricultural Technology
• ARTS: Dance Studies, Design, Dramatic Arts, Music, Visual Arts
• SCIENCES: Computer Applications Technology, Information Technology
• SERVICES: Consumer Studies, Hospitality Studies, Tourism
• TECHNOLOGY: Civil Technology, Electrical Technology, MECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGY and Engineering Graphics and Design.
A PAT allows the teacher to directly and systematically observe applied competence.
The PAT comprises the application/performance of the knowledge, skills and values
particular to that subject and counts 25% (i.e. 100 marks) of the total
promotion/certification mark out of 400 for the subject. The PAT is implemented across
the first three terms of the school year, which is broken down into different phases or
a series of smaller activities that make up the PAT.
Any profession requires a thorough grounding in both practice and theory of its members
and Mechanical Technology is no exception. It is emphasised that the goal of the practical
assessment task is not to produce a skilled craftsperson, but a Mechanical Technology
learner in the broadest sense. A nation's true wealth is in its manpower and education
should aim to develop the talents of the learner so that he/she can contribute to the well-
being of society by using scientific and technological resources with the greatest
efficiency and by continuing to develop them.
To prepare a Mechanical Technology learner for one or more of these activities, his/her
education should develop in him/her:
• An attitude where the learner can selectively assimilate ideas, gather evidence and
facts, draw logical conclusions and put them to good use creatively and with
imagination
• A capability to express ideas and information clearly by speech, writing, sketching or
drawing
• A willingness and capability to accept and exercise responsibility, to make decisions,
and to learn by experience
Attributes such as these cannot all be achieved in a classroom. A sound knowledge of
engineering science is essential to equip the MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY learner with
the necessary practical capabilities for the required processes. There is no substitute for
acquiring the feel of making things on the shop floor. Training in the art of making things is
the essential bridge between trade theory and trade practice.
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Practical application in the workshop must therefore be made an interesting and
challenging experience, mentally and physically, with encouragement to the learner to use
his/her initiative, curiosity and persistence in finding things out for himself/herself.
Learning by watching should be kept to the bare minimum. Giving some degree of
responsibility during practical application is very important as a stimulus and to develop
self-confidence.
2. TEACHER GUIDELINES
2.1 Administration of the PAT
Teachers are requested to make copies of the different phases and the assessment
criteria of the PAT document. These documents must be distributed to the learners at the
beginning of the year. The practical assessment task for Grade 10 is externally set and
moderated, but internally assessed.
Teachers must attach due dates for the different phases of the PAT (refer to the CAPS
document). In this way learners may assess their progress easily. When formal
assessments take place it is the responsibility of the teacher to administer assessment.
The PAT (all phases) should be completed in the first three terms. The PAT should be
completed under controlled conditions (refer to the Mechanical Technology CAPS
Grade 10–12).
2.2 Assessment of PAT
Frequent and developmental feedback is needed to guide and give support to the learner
to ensure that the learner is on the right track.
Both formal and informal assessment should be conducted on the different phases that
constitute the PAT. Informal assessment may be conducted only to monitor progress of
the phase in which the learners are engaged. Formal assessment should always be
conducted by the teacher and will be recorded.
2.3 Moderation of PAT
During moderation of the PAT, the phase tasks (phases 1–4), will be presented to the
moderator with the assessment criteria and marks obtained.
Where required the moderator should be able to call on the learner to explain the
functions and principles of operation. The learner may be requested to demonstrate the
skills acquired through the capability tasks for moderation purposes.
On completion the moderator will, if necessary, adjust the marks of the group up or
downwards depending on the decision reached as a result of moderation.
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3. LEARNER GUIDELINES
• The Practical Assessment Task (PAT) consists of a generic and a specialisation
task in Fittings and Machining, Automotive and Welding and Metalwork.
The practical work is spread over THREE terms, as set out in each of the
specialisation areas.
• All tasks must be completed according to the time frames set out in each of the
tasks.
• Learners are required to actively engage in all practical assessment tasks.
• Learners who are un-cooperative will receive demerits or a zero mark allocation for
that particular section of the work.
• Learners who act in an unsafe manner in the workshop and endanger other
learners, will be removed from the workshop and given additional corrective tasks
to improve their safety awareness.
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4. PRATICAL ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES – GENERIC
4.1 TOOLS: BASIC HAND TOOLS
Term: 1
Start: January 2016
Completion: March 2016
Mark allocation: 20
Duration of assessment: 1 hour
Learners need to identify the following tools and complete TABLE 1.
TABLE 1: TOOLS
QUESTION DESCRIPTION MARK
1 Name the type of tool illustrated below.
a 1
b 1
c 1
d 1
e 1
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QUESTION DESCRIPTION MARK
f 1
g 1
h 1
Study the spanner diagram below
2
and answer the questions that follow.
What is the size of the spanner?
a 1
What is the unit of the spanner?
b 1
Where does the size and unit originate from?
c 1
Study the tool below and answer
3
the questions that follow.
What is the size of the tool?
a 1
What is used it used for?
b 1
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QUESTION DESCRIPTION MARK
Study the spanner below
4
and answer the questions.
What type of spanner is shown?
a 1
What is it used for?
b 1
What size is illustrated?
c 1
5 Describe the spanner shown below.
2
Loosening or tightening a nut and bolt combination
6
with set of ring spanners.
To which part is the main force applied?
a 1
State the nature of the applied force
(pulling, shearing, etc.)
b 2
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QUESTION DESCRIPTION MARK
What is the advantage of a ring spanner
compared to a flat spanner?
7 2
8 Name the socket attachments illustrated below.
a 1
b 1
c 1
d 1
e 1
Briefly explain the difference between
a ½ inch and a ¼ inch drive type.
9 2
TOTAL 30
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4.2 JOINING METHODS
Term: 2
Start: April 2016
Completion: June 2016
Mark allocation: 50
Duration of assessment: 3 hours
Use marking-off instruments to mark off 2 plates (at least 5 mm thick) with 5 holes.
FIGURE 4.1: JOINING METHODS
MATERIAL:
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SIZE QUANTITY
1 Marking-off plate Mild steel 75 x 75 x 5 2
Processes: Marking off plate and drilling
• File off sharp edges on mild steel plate
• Cut corners off away from marked-off line
• File metal until accuracy is obtained
• Drill and tap the centre hole with a M6 x 1,0 tap (Drill a Ø 5 mm hole)
• Drill a Ø 6 mm hole in each of the plates and positions
• Use a M6 x 1,0 bolt and join the plates together
Marking Rubric: Plate
Process Mark allocation
1. Cut and square off 5
2. File to correct size 10
3. Mark off holes 15
4. Drill each hole 5
5. Tap the centre hole 5
6. Join the two plates 5
7. Correct use of tools 3
8. Safety precautions followed 2
TOTAL 50
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4.3 FORCES
Term: 2
Start: April 2016
Completion date: June 2016
Mark allocation: 30
Duration of assessment: 1 hour
4.3.1 Study the vector diagram below relating to the parallelogram of forces and
determine graphically the resultant and equilibrant forces.
FIGURE 4.2: FORCES
Draw a force diagram using a scale of 10 mm = 1 N (10)
Resultant = __________________________________________ (5)
Equilibrant = _________________________________________ (5)
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4.3.2 Calculate the load on the right-hand side of the beam. (5)
FIGURE 4.3: MOMENTS
4.3.3 Calculate the size of the compressive stress on the part, as shown in the diagram
below. (5)
FIGURE 4.4: STRESS
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4.4 MAINTENANCE
Term: 2
Start: April 2016
Completion: June 2016
Mark allocation: 5
Duration of assessment: ½ hour
Analyse and predict what could happen if the centre lathe, which is used daily in the
workshop, is not regularly maintained? (5)
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4.5 MATERIALS
Term: 3
Start: July 2016
Completion: September 2016
Mark allocation: 20
Duration of assessment: ½ hour
4.5.1 Name any FIVE non-ferrous metals used in mechanical engineering and state
ONE use on each. (10)
4.5.2 State any FIVE non-ferrous alloys used in mechanical engineering and state ONE
use on each. (10)
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4.6 ENGINES
Term: 4
Start: September 2016
Completion: November 2016
Mark allocation: 10
Duration of assessment: ½ hour
The diagram below shows the position of a piston of an internal combustion engine.
Describe the operating principles of the 2- and 4-stroke internal combustion spark ignition
engines and label the parts shown in the diagram. (10)
FIGURE 4.5: ENGINE
A
B
C
D
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5. PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES – SPECIFIC
5.1 FITTING AND MACHINING – TERMINOLOGY
CANDLE HOLDER – BASE PLATE
Term: 1–4
Start: January 2016
Completion: November 2016
Mark allocation: 70
Duration of assessment: 12 hours
WORKING DRAWING:
FIGURE 5.1: BASE PLATE
ITEM
DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SIZE QUANTITY
NO.
Candle holder
1 Mild steel 100 x 100 x 6 mm 1
base
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Preparation of the candle holder base:
• File off sharp edges on mild steel plate.
• Mark off hexagon.
• Cut off excess material. NOTE: Leave sufficient material for filing.
• File work piece to size as per sketch.
• Stamp NAME and YEAR on work piece.
• Remove all sharp edges.
• Drill Ø 5 mm holes and tap the 6 holes M6, as per illustration.
• Drill centre hole Ø 5 mm, as per illustration.
• Countersink hole on one side of the plate ONLY.
• Prime and paint base plate.
Marking Rubric: Base plate for candle holder
Process Mark allocation
File off sharp edges on mild steel plate. 5
Mark-off hexagon. 15
Cut off excess material. NOTE: Leave sufficient material 5
for filing.
File work piece to size as per sketch. 10
Stamp NAME and YEAR on work piece. 5
Remove all sharp edges. 5
Drill and tap 6 holes M6 as per illustration. 10
Drill centre hole Ø 6.5 mm as per illustration. 5
Countersink hole on one side ONLY. 5
Prime and paint base plate. 5
Correct use of tools. 5
Safety 5
TOTAL 70
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CANDLE HOLDER – TURNING
Term: 1–4
Start: January 2016
Completion: November 2016
Mark allocation: 100
Duration of assessment: 12 hours
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SIZE QUANTITY
2 Candle holder Aluminium Ø 50 x 85 1
FIGURE 5.2: CANDLE HOLDER
Candle Holder: Processes
Step 1: Set-up work piece and facing tool in centre lathe.
Step 2: Face both ends to length (as per working drawing).
Step 3: Centre drill both ends.
Step 4: Drill both ends as per working drawing.
Step 5: Tap hole as per working drawing.
Step 6: Set cutting tool to centre height.
Step 7: Turn work piece according to specifications
Step 8: Calculate included angle to cut taper.
Step 9: Set compound slide.
Step 10: Cut taper.
Step 11: Polish work piece
Step 12: Assemble parts.
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Process Mark allocation
1. Set-up work piece and facing tool in centre lathe. 5
2. Face both ends to length. 10
3. Centre drill both ends. 5
4. Drill both ends. 10
5. Tap hole. 5
6. Set cutting tool to centre height. 5
7. Turn work piece. 15
8. Calculate included angle to cut taper. 10
9. Set compound slide. 10
10. Cut taper. 15
11. Polish work piece . 5
12. Assemble parts. 5
TOTAL 100
Rubric for Fitting and Machining:
TURNING FILING
DIAMETER LENGTH Measured at 6 places
TOLERANCE
+ 0,03 + 0,09 + 0,09
– 0,03 – 0,09 – 0,09
7 0,05 = 100% 0,10 = 100% 0,10 = 100%
6 0,10 = 80% 0,20 = 80% 0,20 = 80%
5 0,15 = 70% 0,30 = 70% 0,30 = 70%
DEVIATION 4 0,20 = 60% 0,40 = 60% 0,40 = 60%
3 0,25 = 40% 0,50 = 40% 0,50 = 40%
2 0,30 = 20% 0,60 = 20% 0,60 = 20%
1 0,35 = 0% 0,70 = 0% 0,70 = 0%
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5.2 FITTING AND MACHINING – SYSTEMS AND CONTROL
Term: 1–4
Start: July 2016
Completion: November 2016
Mark allocation: 15
Duration of assessment: 1 hour
5.2.1 You are required to design a gear system which has a 20 tooth gear that rotates at
240 r/min. This gear must drive another gear with 120 teeth. Calculate the
rotational frequency of the driven gear. (5)
FIGURE 5.3: GEARS
5.2.2 A shaft rotating at 780 r/min has a 250 mm diameter pulley which drives a second
shaft with a diameter of 130 mm by means of a driving belt. In order for this to
operate at a factory, the driven shaft must rotate at 1 800 r/min.
(i) Determine, by means of calculations, whether the system will work.
If not, what is a possible solution to ensure the proper drive? (5)
(ii) Determine the belt speed in the system. (5)
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6. PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES – SPECIFIC
6.1 AUTOMOTIVE – TERMINOLOGY
Term: 3
Start: July 2016
Completion: November 2016
Mark allocation: 100
Duration of assessment: 10 hours
REMOVING AND INSTALLING BRAKE PADS
TOOLS TO BE USED:
ratchet; breaker bar; assorted extensions; assorted sockets; assorted open-ended
wrenches; G-clamp; hydraulic jack; jack stands; rubber mallet; wire brush; gloves
DISC BRAKE LAYOUT:
FIGURE 6.1: DISC BRAKE LAYOUT
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TYPES OF BRAKE CALLIPERS:
FIGURE 6.2: FIXED DUAL-PISTON BRAKE CALLIPER
FIGURE 6.3: FLOATING BRAKE CALLIPER
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COMPONENTS REQUIRED:
• Disc brake wheel assembly
• Brake pads
• Brake fluid
• Hand tools
PROCESS: CHANGE BRAKE PADS
• Step 1: Acquire brake pads.
• Step 2: Loosen wheel nuts or studs on wheel.
• Step 3: Raise car.
• Step 4: Remove the wheel from the vehicle adhering to all necessary safety
aspects. Loosen calliper. Check the brake disc for heavy rust, scoring, cracks and
uneven wear.
• Step 5: Unbolt and remove calliper carrier.
• Step 6: Place the calliper properly; do not allow it to hang on the brake hose.
• Step 7: Gently push back the piston to free the disc pads. Check the disc pad for
wear. (Friction surface is still thick enough).
• Step 8: Compress the piston in the calliper.
• Step 9: Fit new disc pads.
• Step 10: Replace parts that were removed; repeat for all the wheels.
• Step 11: Bleed brakes to remove any air in the system.
• Step 12: Break in pads and braking system.
SPECIFICATION: REMOVE AND INSTALL BRAKE PADS
STEPS METHOD
Ceramic tends to be the best, as they give the best brake feel and the longest
Acquire brake pads
protection against brake fade, although dust may accumulate on your wheel.
Remember, you are loosening, NOT removing. Get the lugs loose enough that
Loosen nuts or studs
you'll be able to take them off with a regular ratchet. Release the parking brake
on wheels
when the wheel is off.
Put the hydraulic jack underneath the frame rail or the factory jacking points of
Raise car the car. Place jack stands underneath the car making sure that the weight
cannot shift. Now remove the wheels.
Remove calliper Remove the two 17 mm or 19 mm bolts on the rear of the hub that keep the
carrier calliper carrier on. These are tight so use a breaker bar with a mallet if you can.
Assemble calliper Replace the carrier bolts and tighten them using an impact gun or breaker bar.
carrier
Using the G-clamp and one of the old brake pads, compress the calliper piston
Compress calliper until the piston is flush with the housing of the calliper. Make sure that the cap is
not on the brake reservoir, as you do not want to risk blowing a line.
Install pads in the carrier and use a little bit of anti-squeal grease on the outside
Install pads and
of the pad to ensure smooth operation. Install the calliper bolts and ensure that
calliper
the calliper moves without binding. Tighten the bolts and double check your work
Tighten the lugs hand tight when in the air, and torque them down when the
Put on wheels.
wheels are on the ground using a torque wrench or breaker bar.
Repeat for all 4 wheels
Bleed the brakes You should feel pressure within THREE pumps of the pedal.
The brakes may squeal or make some noise during the first few kilometres. This
Break in pads and is normal. To break in the new components accelerate to 60 km/h and gradually
braking system slow to 40 km/h, and repeat a few times, then 50–30 km/h a few times. After that
simply drive normally.
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MARK ALLOCATION: CHANGING BRAKE PADS
PROCESS MARK
ALLOCATION
Step 1: Acquire brake pads. 5
Step 2: Loosen wheel nuts or studs on wheel. 15
Step 3: Raise car. 5
Step 4: Remove the wheel from the vehicle adhering to all 15
necessary safety aspects. Loosen calliper. Check the brake disc
for heavy rust, scoring, cracks and uneven wear.
Step 5: Unbolt and remove calliper carrier. 5
Step 6: Place the calliper properly; do not allow it to hang on the 5
brake hose.
Step 7: Gently push back the piston to free the disc pads. Check 15
the disc pad for wear. (Friction surface is still thick enough).
Step 8: Compress the piston in the calliper. 5
Step 9: Fit new disc pads. 5
Step 10: Replace parts that were removed; repeat for all the 15
wheels.
Step 11: Bleed brakes to remove any air in the system. 5
Step 12: Break in pads and braking system. 5
TOTAL 100
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6.2 AUTOMOTIVE – TERMINOLOGY
HOW TO PERFORM A RADIATOR TEST
Term: 3
Start: July 2016
Completion: November 2016
Mark allocation: 50
Duration of assessment: 6 hours (2 x 3 hours for each test)
BACKGROUND
When the engine temperature of your car rises, as evident by the temperature gauge in
the console, a radiator test should be performed. External coolant leaks are relatively
easy to spot, but internal leaks are a different story altogether. An overheating engine
could be caused by many factors, such as low coolant levels due to leaks, faulty
thermostats or a blown head gasket.
External Coolant Leaks
Check the engine bay for any leaks that may resemble the colour of your engine coolant.
Most leaks stem from cracked radiator hoses due to old age or faulty installation. Replace
the hoses if necessary. Remember that a hot engine will produce an extremely hot
coolant in the radiator.
Blown Head Gasket
White smoke emitted from the tailpipe, brownish coolant in the reservoir, a change in
colour of the engine oil or a rise in level of oil could mean a head gasket failure or a faulty
engine cooling system. This can be diagnosed by a radiator test or coolant pressure test.
Radiator Pressure Test
A cooling system pressure tester is used to perform this test and is installed in place of
the radiator cap. Take precaution when removing the radiator cap on a hot engine,
because the pressure build-up could cause serious burns and scalds.
Procedure 1:
1. Install the pressure gauge and pump 69 kPa of pressure.
2. Check for leaks on external surfaces when the gauge indicates a loss of pressure.
3. Check the radiator hoses, water pump and the heater core. These are the common
trouble spots susceptible to leaks.
4. Turn on the heater fans and observe the air coming out of the vents. A sweet smell
indicates a leak on the heater cores.
5. Continue pressure testing until the cooling system holds pressure.
Procedure 2:
1. Start with a cold engine. Remove the radiator cap and install the pressure tester.
2. Start the engine with zero pressure on the gauge.
3. Observe the pressure build-up on the gauge. A properly operating cooling system
will normally indicate 48 kPa to 55 kPa of pressure on the gauge.
4. If the gauge indicates a rise of 103 kPa or more of pressure, then an internal leak
is evident on one of the cylinders. This is due to a faulty head gasket.
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Marking rubric for procedure 1:
STEPS MARKS
1. Install the pressure gauge and pump 69 kPa of pressure. 10
2. Check for leaks on external surfaces when the gauge indicates
10
a loss of pressure.
3. Check the radiator hoses, water pump and the heater core.
10
These are the common trouble spots susceptible to leaks.
4. Turn on the heater fans and observe the air coming out of the
10
vents. A sweet smell will indicate a leak on the heater cores.
5. Continue pressure testing until the cooling system holds
10
pressure.
TOTAL 50
Marking rubric for procedure 2:
STEPS MARKS
1. Start with a cold engine. Remove the radiator cap and install the
10
pressure tester.
2. Start the engine with zero pressure on the gauge. 10
3. Observe the pressure build-up on the gauge. A properly
operating cooling system will normally indicate 48 kPa to 55 kPa 15
of pressure on the gauge.
4. If the gauge indicates a rise of 103 kPa or more of pressure,
then an internal leak is evident on one of the cylinders. This is 15
due to a faulty head gasket.
TOTAL 50
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6.3 AUTOMOTIVE – ENGINES
Term: 1
Start: January 2016
Completion: March 2016
Mark allocation: 30
Duration of assessment: 4 hours
FIGURE 6.4: ENGINE COMPONENTS
Label and give the functions of the components of an engine.
Procedure:
1. Cut out different numbers from a piece of paper. Use A5 paper.
2. Paste the numbers on an engine.
3. Give the learners a worksheet to complete.
4. Explain the purpose of each of the components.
PART FUNCTION MARKS
Distributor 3
Cylinder head 3
Intake manifold 3
Camshaft pulley 3
Water pump 3
Timing belt pulley 3
Oil pan 3
Drain bolt 3
Engine block 3
Exhaust manifold 3
TOTAL 30
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7. WELDING AND METALWORK– TERMINOLOGY
7.1 T-PIECE
Term: 1–4
Start: January 2016
Completion: November 2016
Mark allocation: 65
Duration of assessment: 12 hours
DESCRIPTION
T-pieces are widely used throughout the mining industry where branches have to be
taken from main columns for water or air supply. FIGURE 7.1 shows a typical T-piece with
main and branch pipes that are equal in size.
FIGURE 7.1: T-PIECE
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SIZE QUANTITY
Mild steel
1. Branch pipe 120 x 60 x 1,6 1
(1,6 mm)/cardboard
Mild steel
2. Main pipe 240 x 120 x 1,6 1
(1,6 mm)/cardboard
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DEVELOP AND MANUFACTURE A T-PIECE WITH MAIN AND BRANCH PIPES THAT
ARE EQUAL IN SIZE
Use the drawing below to develop and manufacture a T-piece with main and branch pipes
that are equal in size.
FIGURE 7.2: T-PIECE
The following standards must be achieved:
1. All of the layout angles must be within ±1° of the required angles.
2. All the layout sizes must be within ± 1,0 mm of the required measurements.
3. All the measurements of the manufactured pipes must be within ± 1,5 mm of the
required sizes.
4. All the angles of the manufactured pipes must be within ± 1,5° of the required
angles.
5. There must be no damage to tools and equipment.
6. All the relevant safety procedures must be adhered to.
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FIGURE 7.3 shows the complete drawing of a T-piece comprising the front elevation
showing the geometry to develop the patterns for the branch pipe and the hole in the main
pipe.
FIGURE 7.3: DEVELOPMENT OF T-PIECE
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METHOD OR PROCEDURE – DEVELOPMENT OF THE BRANCH PIPE
• Draw the front elevation to size – FIGURE 7.4.
• Draw a half circle with a radius equal to half the diameter of the pipe, and divide it into
six equal parts. Number these parts as shown.
• Project perpendicular lines downward from these points to cut the joint line.
• When the pipes have equal diameters the joint lines will appear as straight lines.
FIGURE 7.4: DEVELOPMENT OF BRANCH PIPE PROCEDURE
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• Calculate the circumference of the pipe, using the outside diameter (OD) of the
pipe: Circumference = π x OD. The outside diameter is used to make a template
from which all lines and points will be transferred onto the pipe.
• Draw a line equal to the circumference of the pipe. Divide this line into 12 equal
parts and number them as shown in FIGURE 7.4.
• Draw perpendicular lines on these points
• Use dividers and transfer the lengths of the lines numbered 1 to 7.
• NOTE: Remember to measure from the end of the pipe and NOT from the half
circle.
• Use a flexi-curve to join these points to complete the layout of the branch pipe.
DEVELOPMENT OF THE MAIN PIPE
FIGURE 7.5: DEVELOPMENT OF MAIN PIPE PROCEDURE
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MANUFACTURING THE T-PIECE
• Draw the two patterns on the correct thickness steel plate and use a prick punch
to mark the cutting lines.
• Cut out all the patterns using oxy-acetylene equipment.
• Roll the two pipes.
NOTE: Remember to use the mean diameter to determine the circumference of the pipe
to make provision for the thickness of the material, i.e. circumference = π x MD,
where MD = inside diameter of the pipe + thickness of the material.
NOTE: Roll both pipes before cutting the hole in the main pipe.
• Use an arc welder and tack-weld the pipe joints.
• Tack-weld the two pipes together and check for squareness.
• Check all sizes and make the necessary adjustments if necessary.
• Complete the welding of the T-piece.
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SUBJECT: MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL:
YEAR: 2016 TEACHER:
GR: 10 NUMBER OF LEARNERS:
DATE STARTED: DATE COMPLETED:
PROJECT: PIPE T-PIECE WITH MAIN AND
PAGE: OF
BRANCH PIPES THAT ARE EQUAL IN SIZE
NAMES OF LEARNERS
MARKS
FACETS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
All layout angles are
within ± 1° of the required 10
angles.
All layout sizes are within
± 1,0 mm of the required 10
measurements.
All measurements of the
manufactured pipes are
within ± 1,5° mm of the
20
required sizes.
All the angles of the
manufactured pipes are
within ± 1,5 those
10
required.
There is no damage to the
tools or equipment.
10
Four clear centre lines
appear on the completed 5
job.
TOTAL 65
SIGNATURE OF TEACHER:
SIGNATURE OF HEAD OF DEPARTMENT:
SIGNATURE OF PRINCIPAL:
SIGNATURE OF MODERATOR:
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7.2 WELDING – POT PLANT STAND/WALL BRACKET
Term: 1–4
Start: January 2016
Completion: July/August 2016
Mark allocation: 100
Duration of assessment: 12 hours
DESCRIPTION
Pot plant stands are used in many homes to support flower pots. FIGURES 7.6 and 7.7
show the working drawing in first-angle orthographic projection and the isometric view of
the product.
MATERIAL LIST AND SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SIZE QUANTITY
1. Frame Angle iron 30 x 30 x 5 4 off
2. Base Mild steel plate 300 x 300 x 5 1 off
3. Wall bracket Angle iron 200 x 5 2 off
4 Brace Angle iron 300 x 5 2 off
The following specifications are applicable:
• All layout angles must be within ±1° of the required angles.
• All layout sizes must be within ± 1,0 mm of the required measurements.
• All the measurements of the manufactured pot plant stand must be within ± 1,5 mm
of the required sizes.
• All the angles of the manufactured pot plant stand must be within ± 1,5° of the
required angles.
• There must be no damage to tools and equipment.
• All the relevant safety procedures must be adhered to.
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FIGURE 7.6: EXPLODED VIEW OF THE POT PLANT STAND
FIGURE 7.7: ISOMETRIC VIEW OF THE POT PLANT STAND
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METHOD OR PROCESS OUTLINE
UPPER FRAME
• Mark off angle iron, four pieces of 300 mm.
• Bevel the ends at an angle of 45° at 300 mm marks.
• Bend at the bevelled marks so that pieces are at 90° to each other.
• Weld the bent pieces together to complete the frame.
WALL BRACKET
• Mark off and cut two pieces of angle iron 200 mm in length.
BRACES
• Mark off and cut two pieces of 300 mm angle iron.
FRAME TOP PLATE
• Mark off and cut one piece of 300 x 300 x 5 mild steel plate according to size.
ASSEMBLY
• Weld frame to wall bracket, braces and frame top plate, as shown on the working
drawing.
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SUBJECT: MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL:
YEAR: 2016 TEACHER:
GR: 10 NUMBER OF LEARNERS:
DATE STARTED: DATE COMPLETED:
PROJECT: POT PLANT STAND PAGE: OF
NAMES OF LEARNERS
MARKS
FACETS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
All layout angles are
within ±1° of the required 15
angles.
All layout sizes are
within ± 1,0 mm of the 25
required measurements.
All the measurements
of the manufactured pot
plant stand are within 25
± 1,5 mm of the required
sizes.
All the layout angles of
the manufactured pot
plant stand are within 25
± 1,5° of the required
angles.
There is no damage to
tools and equipment.
10
TOTAL 100
SIGNATURE OF TEACHER:
SIGNATURE OF HEAD OF DEPARTMENT:
SIGNATURE OF PRINCIPAL:
SIGNATURE OF MODERATOR:
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8. ABSENCE/NON SUBMISSION OF TASKS.
If a learner's practical assessment task is incomplete or unavailable for a valid reason, the
learner will be given three weeks before the commencement of the final end-of-year
examinations to submit the outstanding task. Should a learner fail to fulfil the outstanding
PAT requirement such a learner will be awarded a zero (0) for that PAT component.
A learner's results are regarded as incomplete if he/she does not offer any component of
the PAT task. He/She will be given another opportunity based on the decision of the Head
of the Assessment Body.
Should the learner fail to fulfil the outstanding PAT requirement, the marks for these
components will be omitted and the final mark for Mechanical Technology will be adjusted
for promotion purposes in terms of the completed tasks.
9. TIME FRAMES
9.1 GENERIC
January–March Basic hand tools
Joining methods
April–June Forces
Maintenance
July–September Materials
September–November Engines
9.2 SPECIFIC – FITTING AND MACHINING
Terminology – Base
January–November
Terminology – Candle holder
July–November Systems and Control
9.3 SPECIFIC – AUTOMOTIVE
January–March Engines
Terminology – Brakes
July–November
Terminology – Radiator
9.4 SPECIFIC – WELDING AND METALWORK
Terminology – Development
January–November
Terminology – Pot Plant stand
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10. DECLARATION OF AUTHENTICITY
NAME OF THE SCHOOL: ………………………………………………………..
NAME OF LEARNER: …………………………………………..………………...
(FULL NAME(S) AND SURNAME)
EXAMINATION NUMBER: ……….……………………………………………….
NAME OF TEACHER: …………………………………………………………….
SCHOOL STAMP
I hereby declare that the project submitted for assessment is my own, original work and
has not been previously submitted for moderation.
___________________________________ ____________
SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE DATE
As far as I know, the above declaration by the candidate is true and I accept that the work
offered is his or her own.
___________________________________ ____________
SIGNATURE OF TEACHER DATE
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11. CONCLUSION
On completion of the practical assessment task, learners should be able to demonstrate
their understanding of the industry, enhance their knowledge, skills, values and reasoning
abilities as well as establish connections to life outside the classroom and address real
world challenges. The PAT furthermore develops learner's life skills and provides
opportunities for learners to engage in their own learning.
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