This page has every Fitting and Machining N1 April paper we have, from 2015 to 2021: 6 question papers and 4 memos in 10 PDFs. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover.
Fitting and Machining N1 April papers by year
Topics that come up most in Fitting and Machining N1 April
Counted from the questions in the papers on this page: how many papers each topic appears in, and its average marks.
Topic Papers Average marks
Measuring Instruments 5 11 Drilling Machines 5 10 Screw Threads 5 6 Hand Tools 5 6 Keys and Keyways 5 6 Occupational Safety 5 5 Fasteners 5 4 Metals and Plastics 4 12 Hand Taps, Stocks, Dies and Reamers 4 5 Grinding Machines and Machine Cutting Tools 3 10
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2021 question papers and memos
April 2021
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2021 question paper
100 marks · 3 hours · 7 pages · 13 questions
What is in this paper (13 questions)
Q1
Occupational Safety 1.1 Explain THREE instances where compressed air should NOT be used. (3) 5 marks
Q2
Measuring Instruments 2.1 Briefly explain how one would take a measurement of an inside diameter with 11 marks
Q3
Screw Threads 3.1 There are multi-start screw threads and single threads. Explain what is meant 6 marks
Q4
Hand Tools 4.1 Files can be classified according to the type of cut. 6 marks
Q5
Metals and Plastics 5.1 A nonferrous alloy is a mixture of two or more non-ferrous metals. 12 marks
Q6
Marking Off 6.1 Marking-off media are used to make scribed lines easier to see. 5 marks
Q7
Keys and Keyways 7.1 FIGURE 1 shows a drawing of a pulley that is keyed onto a tapered shaft. 6 marks
Q8
Fasteners 8.1 A split pin prevents bolts from coming loose. Explain how one would use a split 4 marks
Q9
Hand Taps, Stocks, Dies and Reamers 9.1 List THREE thread cutting faults. (3) 5 marks
Q10
Drilling Machines 10.1 Explain TWO advantages of using a cutting fluid when performing a drilling 10 marks
Q11
Grinding Machines and Machine Cutting Tools 11.1 FIGURE 2 depicts a cross-section of a grinding machine. Name the parts 10 marks
Q12
The Centre Lathe 12.1 Three- and four-jaw chucks are used to clamp workpieces. 10 marks
Q13
The Milling Machine 13.1 The milling machine can be used to machine many different components with 10 marks
Instructions to candidates Answer all the questions. Read all the questions carefully. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper. Write neatly and legibly.
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2020 question papers and memos
April 2020
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2020 question paper
100 marks · 3 hours · 7 pages · 13 questions
What is in this paper (13 questions)
Q1
Occupational Safety 1.1 Explain the prescriptionsin the Machinery and Occupational Safety A ct 5 marks
Q2
Measuring Instruments 2.1 FIGURE 1 shows a diagram of an outside micrometer. 11 marks
Q3
Screw Threads 3.1 Give THREE advantages of an Acme screw thread. (3) 6 marks
Q4
Hand Tools 4.1 List FOUR causes of blade failure on a hacksaw. (4) 6 marks
Q5
Metals and Plastics 5.1 Name FIVE methods to distinguish between different metals. (5) 12 marks
Q6
Marking Off 6.1 Give TWO reasons why marking off is done on workpieces. (2) 5 marks
Q7
Keys and Keyways 7.1 Give ONE use of a rectangular key. (1) 6 marks
Q8
Fasteners 8.1 Explain the working principle of a spring washer. (3) 4 marks
Q9
Hand Taps, Stocks, Dies and Reamers 9.1 Name the THREE taps in a set of taps. (3) 5 marks
Q10
Drilling Machines 10.1 List FOUR features of a radial machine that demonstrate its work flexibility. (4) 10 marks
Q11
Grinding Machines and Machine Cutting Tools FIGURE 2 shows a grinding wheel dresser being used on a grinding wheel. 10 marks
Q12
Centre Lathes 12.1 FIGURE 3 shows a diagram of a computerised numerical-control lathe (CNC). 10 marks
Q13
Milling Machines 13.1 Explain the purpose of a milling machine. (3) 10 marks
Instructions to candidates Answer all the questions. Read all the questions carefully. Number the answers according to the numbering emsyst used in thi s question paper. All sketches must be neat, reasonably large and in good proportion. Label all sketches. Write neatly and legibly. (11021871) -3-
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2019 question papers and memos
April 2019
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2019 question paper
100 marks · 3 hours · 8 pages · 13 questions
The memo for this paper is not available yet.
What is in this paper (13 questions)
Q1
Occupational Safety 1.1 Colour codes are a safety measure which is used to identify safety features in 5 marks
Q2
Measuring Instruments 2.1 Measuring instruments are precision instruments and should be treated with 11 marks
Q3
Screw Threads 3.1 Square screw threads are used to transmit movement or power to other 6 marks
Q4
Hand Tools 4.1 Hammers are used for various tasks such as shaping metal, driving a chisel, 6 marks
Q5
Metals and Plastics 5.1 There are two main groups of metals, namely ferrous and non-ferrous metals. 12 marks
Q6
Marking-Off 6.1 Marking-off is an important operation for a fitter. There are specific terms that 5 marks
Q7
Keys and Keyways 7.1 Name TWO machines that can be used to cut internal keyways. (2) 6 marks
Q8
Fasteners 8.1 Name TWO types of frictional lock nuts. 4 marks
Q9
Hand Taps, Stocks, Dies and Reamers 9.1 Taps are cutting tools that are used to cut internal threads in holes of objects 5 marks
Q10
Drilling Machines 10.1 Modern twist drills come from a cylindrical blank with helical grooves 10 marks
Q11
Grinding Machines and Machine Cutting Tools 11.1 Explain how you would ensure that a grinding wheel is not cracked by using 10 marks
Q12
The Centre Lathe 12.1 The lathe is one of the most versatile machines in a workshop. 10 marks
Q13
The Milling Machine 13.1 The milling machine is a versatile machine that is used for machining many 10 marks
Instructions to candidates Answer only ONE question in SECTION A. Answer ALL the questions in SECTION B and SECTION C. Read ALL the questions carefully. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper. ALL sketches must be neat, reasonably large and in good proportion. Label ALL sketches. Write neatly and legibly. (11021871) -3-
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2018 question papers and memos
April 2018
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2018 question paper
100 marks · 3 hours · 9 pages · 13 questions
What is in this paper (13 questions)
Q1
Occupational Safety 1.1 Explain FIVE safety precautions to follow when working with hand tools. [5] 5 marks
Q2
Measuring Instruments 2.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the 11 marks
Q3
Screw Threads 3.1 Differentiate between an external thread and an internal thread. (1 + 1) (2) 6 marks
Q4
Hand Tools 4.1 List THREE uses of hammers. (3) 6 marks
Q5
Metals and Plastics 5.1 Besides carbon, there are small amounts of other elements in iron. 12 marks
Q6
Marking Off 6.1 The figure below shows a combination set. Label the component parts by 5 marks
Q7
Keys and Keyways 7.1 Name TWO places where one would use a rectangular key. (2) 6 marks
Q8
Fasteners 8.1 Parts are joined together by fasteners. Threaded fasteners are fasteners 4 marks
Q9
Hand Taps, Stocks, Dies and Reamers 9.1 Taps are used to cut internal threads in holes of objects. Sometimes taps 5 marks
Q10
Drilling Machines 10.1 List THREE safety precautions to follow when working with drilling machines. (3) 10 marks
Q11
Grinding Machines and Machine-Cutting Tools 11.1 Name TWO types of grinding wheel dressers. (2) 10 marks
Q12
Centre Lathes 12.1 List THREE operations that can be carried out on a centre lathe. (3) 10 marks
Q13
Milling Machines 13.1 Milling machines are used in most modern workshops. 10 marks
Instructions to candidates Answer ALL the questions in SECTION A except QUESTION 1 where either
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2016 question papers and memos
April 2016
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2016 question paper
100 marks · 3 hours · 8 pages · 13 questions
What is in this paper (13 questions)
Q1
Occupational Safety NOTE: Answer ONLY QUESTION 1.1 OR QUESTION 1.2 5 marks
Q2
Measuring Instruments 2.1 FIGURE 1 below gives an indication of a type of micrometer that is used as a 11 marks
Q3
Screw Threads 3.1 Screw threads are used when it is necessary to assemble and dismantle 6 marks
Q4
Metals and Plastic 4.1 Name TWO types of cast iron known to you and state where they are used. (2) 12 marks
Q5
Marking-Off 5.1 Give TWO reasons why it is necessary to do marking-off on a work piece. (2) 5 marks
Q6
Keys and Keyways 6.1 Briefly discuss FOUR methods of cutting internal keyways. (4) 6 marks
Q7
Hand Tools 7.1 Name TWO types of screwdrivers commonly used in practice. (1) 6 marks
Q8
Fasteners 8.1 There are various types of fasteners available that are designed to meet the 4 marks
Q9
Hand Taps, Stock, Dies and Reamers 9.1 Taps are used to cut an internal thread in a hole of a work piece. 5 marks
Q10
Drilling Machines 10.1 State THREE uses of cutting fluids when used on a drilling machine. (3) 10 marks
Q11
Grinding Machines and Machine-Cutting Tools 11.1 Grinding machines are more dangerous than any other workshop equipment 10 marks
Q12
Centre Lathe 12.1 The centre lathe is probably one of the most versatile machines in a 10 marks
Q14
Milling Machine 13.1 The milling machine is key piece of equipment in any modern workshop and it 10 marks
Instructions to candidates Answer either QUESTION 1.1 or 1.2 QUESTION from SECTION A. Answer FOUR questions from SECTION B. Read ALL the questions carefully. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper. Write neatly and legibly. (11021871) -3- T630(E)(A4)T
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2015 question papers and memos
April 2015
Fitting and Machining N1 April 2015 question paper
18 pages
The memo for this paper is not available yet.
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Which years of Fitting and Machining N1 April papers are on this page? Papers from 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015. The newest year is at the top.
How many marks is the Fitting and Machining N1 April paper? The paper is usually out of 100 marks and you get 3 hours to write it.
Are the memos included? Yes. 4 of the 6 papers on this page have their marking memo next to the question paper.
Which topics come up most in these papers? Measuring instruments, drilling machines and screw threads, based on 5 papers on this page.
