Methods of instruction:

Lecture: Presentations will include:

• 1. Lecture with or without, various audio-visual aids
• 2. Discussion, debate, and/or critique
• 3. Demonstrations
• 4. Computer assisted or other self-paced instruction
• 5. Field trips or field assignments
• 6. Laboratory assignments utilizing specifically planned instructional activities or "live" work

Laboratory will be a "hands-on" process

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Writing Assignments:

Writing assignments include:

• 1. Preparing process documents
• 2. Providing written answers to assignment questions
• 3. Maintaining a notebook of class assignments and activities

Students are expected to spend a minimum of two hours outside of class in practice and preparation for each hour of theory in class.

Appropriate assignments include:

• 1. Reading appropriate references
• 2. Preparing process documents

• 1. Students will be required to demonstrate the proper use and care of common measuring instruments.
• 2. Students will perform arithmetic calculations related to estimation of R.P.M.'S, feed rates and other common numerical values involved in producing a machined work piece.
• 3. Students will interpret blueprints to produce required machine parts to specifications within time allowed.
• 4. Students will be required to create a drawing of an existing object using all applications learned in this course.

A students grade will be based on multiple measures of performance. The assessment will measure development of independent critical thinking skills and will include evaluation of the students ability to:

• 1. Perform the manipulative skills of the craft as required to satisfactorily complete laboratory assignments
• 2. Apply theory to laboratory assignments
• 3. Satisfactorily perform on written, oral, or practical examinations
• 4. Satisfactorily perform on outside assignments including writing assignments/processing documents
• 5. Contribute to class discussions
• 6. Maintain attendance per current policy
• 7. Follow all laboratory rules and safety regulations

Attendance:

Students may NOT accumulate more then 6% UNEXCUSED absences in each class. The Instructor has the sole responsibility of determining what is excusable. For additional detail, see the San Diego City College Catalog. If you have to miss a class talk to your instructor, it may be an excusable absence. If you have to miss a class, call and let the Instructor know before the class. If you do miss a class, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed, and to be ready for any tests, or quizzes that have been scheduled. Be in class on time. If you arrive late, it disrupts the class. Do not make a habit of being late, or you may be dropped.

Example of 6% Unexcused Absences:

If your class meets for 3 hours per week and lasts for 18 weeks, this equals 54 hours X 6% or 3 hours of missed class time allowable. Laboratory time will be calculated at 6% of the total time required per class. If you are dropped from a class, you will be dropped from it's lab. It will be the students responsibility to log in and out of the Laboratory for each lab class. This will be confirmed by the Instructors, or their staff.

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• No student will interfere with the learning opportunity of another student.
• If anyone does they will be dropped from the roster Immediately.
• I will not allow any verbal or physical abuse between students, or between students and the staff.
• If you have a problem get the Instructor involved immediately.

• No student will copy or try to submit a project that someone else has made. This is cheating, and you both could receiver a 0 % for a grade, or you may be dropped from the roster.
• No student will use books or notes during a test or quiz unless the instructor has specifically given permission.
• This will also apply to all tests, quizzes and reports.

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This Machine Technology course is a unique laboratory environment with it's own Safety rules. These rules have been set by the State and Federal Government, and everyone will be expected to follow them.

• 1. Safety glasses must be worn at all times in the laboratory. (Machine laboratories require special safety glasses.) Your instructor will tell you if your glasses are acceptable or not. Safety glasses can be purchased at the school bookstore, ask the instructor if you have any questions.
• 2. No loose fitting clothing, or long sleeves.
• 3. No rings, necklaces, or other jewelry that could possibly get caught in the machinery.
• 4. No smoking in the building.
• 5. No flip-flops, or any sandal type shoes (leather shoes only).
• 6. No shorts, half shirts, or sleeveless shirts. Legs and shoulders must be covered.
• 7. No playing around, (people get hurt that way).
• 8. No alcohol, or drugs, and no one under the influence of them. Some medications warn you not to operate machinery if you are using them. Check with your Doctor if you're not sure.
• 9. Be familiar with a machine Before you attempt to operate it. If you have a question, ask the instructor.

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The machinery is reserved every day on a first come, first serve basis. DO NOT reserve machines for your friends. If you do, you will forfeit your own, as well as your friends reservation. Also, only reserve one machine at a time for your use. Tools will be given out on a first come, first serve basis.

Tool Room:

• DO NOT GO INTO THE TOOL ROOM UNLESS YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO!
• At the end of the class make sure your machine is clean, and all the schools tools are properly returned to the tool room.

In our class the students are graded on a combination of things, these are then added together to form the overall average, to determine the final grade. In this class the variables which determine the students grades are: Tests, Projects, Quizzes, and Attendance.

Tests:

• There will be approximately 3 to 5 tests per semester plus a final exam. These will be made up of both written and "hands on" tests.
• Students will be given at least 1 week notice before a test. There will be no make up tests unless given permission by the instructor in advance.

• Projects will be assigned by your Instructor. If you have any ideas, tell the Instructor and you may be allowed to help design your own projects.

 

 
 
 
 
 

see project list for each class

• Quizzes will be given when the Instructor feels they are needed, these may be announced or unannounced. There will be no make up Quizzes unless given permission by the instructor in advance.

• Attendance will count toward your final grade. This will be calculated by Instructor.

You may have the option to supplement your grade by either doing extra projects, or extra reports. This will be determined by the Instructor.

Laboratory grades:

This chart will also be used as part of the method in determining Laboratory grades in conjunction with hands on tests and projects.
 

" A "Almost always executes skills without supervision, can explain and show others. Able to solve problems.	" B " Frequently executes skills without supervision.	" C " Occasionally executes skills without supervision.
" D " Infrequently executes skills without supervision. Is in constant need of help. Normally needs others to help complete work.	" F " Almost never able to execute skills without supervision. Cannot complete work without help.

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