Mechanical Engineering

This challenging programme will see you working in NMIT’s Mechanical Engineering workshops learning how to machine, weld and fabricate with metal.

During the year you’ll design, build and race either a grass kart or an electric vehicle (EVolocity option) with your team-mates. Training is pretty much hands-on, so be prepared to get stuck in.

The two mechanical options offered both have the same welding components (unit standards), but the EVolocity option promotes sustainability, electric vehicle updates and careers in engineering (mechanical, electrical, electronics, programming and CAD).

In the Mechanical Engineering option you will build a traditional Grass Kart, whereas the focus of the EVolocity course will be on challenging you to build an electric bike/scooter/cart which you will then use to compete with at the end of the year at the EVolocity competition.

On completion of this course you will be able to:

 (1) EVolocity* or Mechanical (Year 1)

• Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements on engineering worksites.
• Apply good work practices whilst performing engineering operations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of MIG welding in the motor industry.
• Perform basic fabrication operations under supervision.
• Assemble mechanical components under supervision or
• Demonstrate knowledge of electrical test instruments and take measurements*.

OR

 (2) Mechanical (Year 2)

• Produce simple engineering component drawings using CAD software.
• Produce components by performing basic engineering turning operations.

Note: Some unit standards may change. Final information on the standards specific to your course will be available prior to starting your programme.
If circumstances change there could be mixed models of delivery e.g online, face to face one day per week or block options.

Grass Cart