Rutherford College Rutherford College

Level 2 Engineering

12TEM
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Place.

Recommended Prior Learning

14 Credits in Year 11 Engineering or HOF approval.  

Engineering

In Year 12 Engineering, students develop advanced practical skills in sheet metal fabrication, machining and welding while working through a range of hands-on projects. The course emphasises precision, problem-solving, and safe workshop practices, with students learning to interpret mechanical engineering drawings and use industry-standard tools. By the end of the course students will have developed and built functional metal projects showcasing both knowledge and technical capability.

Learning Areas:

Technology


Pathway

Level 3 Engineering, Level 3 Mechatronics

Career Pathways

Mining Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Product Assembler, Metal Worker, Boat Builder



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										
Material cost for take home products: $70

Stationery Requirements:

1 20-page clear file

										

								


				






    

        
Disclaimer

        
Course Selection does not guarantee entry, some courses have credit requirements and/or will be reviewed by the Head of Faculity.
Any Costs, Equipment or Unit Standards are a guideline and may change.

Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it.  Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.  
Costs
Rutherford College aims to deliver educational courses over and above that which is funded by the Ministry, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant may be requested, and we appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.