Making Engineering Components Using Hand Tools

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
F/505/4353
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
36 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Be able to prepare a work area for hand cutting and shaping activities.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Outline what has to be done before hand cutting and shaping activities are carried out safely in a work area.
  • 1.2
    Prepare a work area so that hand cutting and shaping activities can be carried out.
  • 1.3
    Check that raw materials are correct and tools safe to use.
2 — Be able to produce components using hand tools safely.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Mark out components for required operations.
  • 2.2
    Use appropriate hand tools to safely make components.
  • 2.3
    Check that components meet the quality requirements.
  • 2.4
    Clean down work areas and return tools to storage.