EENG H1016: Workshop

Practice 1
Short Title:

Workshop Practice 1 APPROVED

Full Title:

Workshop Practice 1

Module Code:

EENG H1016

ECTS credits:

NFQ Level:

Module Delivered in

8 programme(s)

Module Contributor:

Douglas Hynes

Module Description:

This module introduces the learner to Electronic laboratory and Mechatronic workshop practices. There is a
strong emphasis on all safety aspects of working with electronic and light metal tools, components and
equipment.

Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to
1. Demonstrate a broad range of knowledge in an Electronics and Mechatronics laboratory environment
2. Identify, select and use tools appropriate to different Electronic circuit assembly and light metal tasks
3. Apply proper safety procedures to their work

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EENG H1016: Workshop

Practice 1
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Safety
Safety in the Electronic and Mechatronic workshop. Safety precautions when using machine tools. Health and safety issues, an
understanding of ESD and precautions against ESD.
Soldering
Explanation of soldering and its uses in the electronics industry. How to use a soldering and care of the soldering iron. Preparation of work
and soldering techniques. De-soldering using vacuum tools and braided wire. Seamed soldering. Commercial soldering including flow
soldering and surface mount techniques. Identification of components with an emphasis on the physical representation of components in
data sheets. Preparation of components for assembly, correct use of bending tools. Lead forming. Correct component mounting.
Electronic Assembly
Preparation of PCBs from prepared artworks (both SMT and Through-Hole). The correct insertion and extraction of components.
Prototyping techniques including vero-board and wire-wrapping. Wiring techniques.
Basic Metal Work
Basic metal work skills to allow the student to prepare a front panel or project enclosure. Marking out an aluminium sheet, use of punches
and dies. Correct use of tools for drilling, tapping, riveting and bending. Correct use of files.
Project
The project will consist of an electronic application that will bring together the metal work, assembly and soldering skills learned throughout
the semester. The theory behind each stage of the project will be given in the 1-hour weekly lecture. The theory will be delivered in a
general form so that students may understand the basic principles behind the project. Marks will be allocated on the quality of work
produced and on overall aesthetic appearance.
Indicative Assessment Breakdown

Course Work Assessment %

100.00%

Course Work Assessment %

Assessment Type

Assessment Description

Outcome
addressed

% of total

Assessment
Date

Other

Laboratory Work

1,2,3

100.00

n/a

No Final Exam Assessment %

Indicative Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be
reassessed.
ITB reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

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EENG H1016: Workshop

Practice 1
Indicative Module Workload & Resources
Indicative Workload: Full Time
Frequency

Indicative Average Weekly Learner Workload

Every Week

1.00

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Once per semester

0.20

Resources
Recommended Book Resources
McCormick EJ and MS Sanders, Human Factors in Engineering Design, McGraw-Hill
Kalpakjian S and S Schmid, Manufacturing Engineering and Technology, Prentice Hall
Smyth L and L Hennessy, Engineering Technology, Nelson Thornes
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources

Module Delivered in

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Programme
Code

Programme

Semester

Delivery

BN_ECNG4_8

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Computer Engineering in Mobile Systems [240 ECTS

credits]

Mandatory

BN_EMEC4_8

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronic Engineering [240 ECTS credits]

Mandatory

BN_EELTC_7

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering [180 ECTS credits]

Mandatory

BN_EMECH_D

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering [180 ECTS credits]

Mandatory

BN_ECOMM_7

Common Entry to Year 1 of Bachelor of Engineering (allowing later specialisation in Computer

Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering in Year 2)

Mandatory

BN_ECOMM_8

Common Entry to Year 1 of Bachelor of Engineering Honours (allowing later specialisation in

Computer Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering in Year 2)

Mandatory

BN_EELTC_C

Higher Certificate in Engineering in Computer Engineering [120 ECTS credits]

Mandatory

BN_EMECH_C

Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering [120 ECTS credits]

Mandatory

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