The relationship between product design and manufacturing processes is introduced with theoretical and practical classes. Description and elementary analysis of manufacturing processes such as forming from liquid or solid and material removal. Introduction to non-metallic materials processing. Introduction to drawing techniques for engineering communication which includes freehand sketching and orthogonal projections. Use of computer graphics for modelling and production of detailed drawings of components. Elementary functional analysis of product design for manufacturing and performance. Practical training of approximately 33 hours will involve processes such as welding, fitting and machining as well as introduction to safety in a manufacturing environment.

Note: Protective items eg safety glasses, safety boots, overalls or dustcoat, etc are required for the practical training in order to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Students must possess these items before commencing this course. Students who have done appropriate technology-based courses at school or who have an appropriate trade or certificate qualification or are suitably employed, may seek an exemption for the practical training classes.