Preparation for Adult life- Mechanics

Interview with Vikaas Ahmed 10RM

1. Why did you choose mechanics as an option? “I like motor vehicles and instead of wasting money by going to a shop, I can learn to repair things for myself.” 2. What do you hope ‘mechanics’ will help you to do in the future? “I want a job as a mechanic. I would really like to work on cars and motorbikes.” 3. What have you learned in mechanics? “I’ve learned the names of bicycle parts. I’ve taken cycles apart and put them back together again. I learned to use the right tools properly. I brought my brother’s bike in and repaired it. We have made a profit by repairing peoples bikes and by selling second-hand bike parts.”

Personal

1. Students learn to repair their own bicycles and mechanical gadgets. They can stay fit through cycling.
2. Some students go on to work with machines, in a motor garage for example.
3. Students work co-operatively in pairs during practical sessions, and work in larger groups in deciding on issues for the whole enterprise.

Social

1. Students learn to discuss problems before acting.
2. They are rewarded with a larger share of the profits when their attendance, effort and work is good.
3. They learn skills in negotiation in deciding company policy.

Cultural

Students learn about the connection between reliable and well-maintained bicycles and health, fitness and environmental concern.

Academic

1. Reading skills develop through reading instructions and making adverts.
2. Language develops through discussions.
3. Numeracy develops through measuring and calculation.
4. Listening develops through following complex discussions.