HE3114 : General Machine Studies

Department

Department of Home Economics

Academic Program

Bachelor in Home Economics

Type

Elective

Credits

04

Prerequisite

PH1123

Overview

Learn about the types of machines/overlock/buttonhole machine/button machine/machine cutting/sewing machines of all kinds, study the maintenance of machines, training in cleaning and repairing faults, maintaining spare parts for machines, learn about the method of lubricating different machines, getting to know ironing and cutting devices, and studying the movement of all machines

Laboratory projects

The student will get acquainted practically with the machines, the movement of each type and the method of their maintenance, the installation and maintenance of spare parts for each type, and the method of lubrication of industrial and domestic machines. The student will also learn how to use cutting and ironing devices for clothes.

Intended learning outcomes

By the end of this course, the student will be able to acquire information on different types of machines and how to use them. He will also be able to clean and maintain household and industrial sewing machines, with the skills he has acquired in changing and installing various spare parts.

Teaching and learning methods

Theoretical and practical lectures interspersed with laboratory applications for all the lectures, respectively

Methods of assessments

30% theoretical assessment divided into 5% first semester, 5% second semester, 20% final, and 60% practical assessment divided into 15% first semester, 15% second semester, 30% final, and 10% attendance commitment