Description
In Year 9 Metalwork, students design and construct a toolbox/carryall from galvanised sheet metal. Students work from imperial plans, converting measurements into metric units and producing accurate 1:1 scale drawings. These drawings are then used to mark out, cut, fold, rivet and assemble the toolbox and insert.
Students develop practical workshop skills while following safe work practices and using a range of metalworking tools and equipment. Assessment is based on the design process, completion of the practical project, workbook tasks and a self-evaluation of the finished product.
Students who complete the toolbox early may begin a mini folio for an individual project. They are then introduced to further metalworking skills such as grinding, plasma cutting, MIG welding, ARC welding, folding and general fabrication. Past extension projects have included fire pits, horseshoe tables, automotive tools and decorative garden ornaments.
Unit Topics
Students complete a design booklet, safety program booklet and practical production task. They learn about measurement, scale drawing, marking out, sheet metal fabrication, joining methods and safe workshop practice.
Skill Development
Students develop skills in design, measurement, technical drawing, safe tool use, cutting, folding, riveting, fabrication and project evaluation.
Possible Assessment Tasks
Successful completion of the workbook, safety tasks, practical toolbox project and self-evaluation.
Career Options
Machining, steel fabrication, boilermaking, welding, scaffolding, mechanics and engineering.
Year 9