Grading Policy

You will be graded on your progress in both applied skills and in theory, as it applies to art metalwork.  Your final grade will be based on the following balance between skill and theory:

You will be graded on your progress in both applied skills and in theory, as it applies to art metalwork.  Your final grade will be based on the following balance between skill and theory:

1.Work is substantive and effort substantial………………….….....90% - 100% -----A

2. All Components made, some assembly …..............…………...... 80% -89%------- B

3. Some elements missing, more assembly needed.....………………70% -79% ------ C

4. Elements and assembly are lacking............................................... 60% -69% ------- D

5. Effort is poor, elements and assembly meager.............................. 00% - 59%------- F

Within the Grading overview will be the following considerations figured on a plus or minus scale between 1 and 5 points per item. Calculations by the instructor of points for each category is not necessary:

     Technical                                        Presence in the work environment      Artistic presence

     Craftsmanship                                Attentiveness                                      Composition   

     Work Ethic                                     Eagerness to learn                               Message/Meaning

     Efficiency                                      Safe practices                                      Ability with materials

     Effective implementation of skills Passion for the work                           Ability with processes

     Receptivity to instruction               Patience                                               Overall body of work

The following numerical criteria apply when calculating the above percentages:

A—Excellent................. 90% - 100%.............. Grade Points 4

B—Good.......................... 80% - 89%.................................... 3

C—Satisfactory............... 70% - 79%.................................... 2

D—Minimum Pass.......... 60% - 69%.................................... 1

F—Fail............................. 59% - 00%.................................... 0

NOTE:  A grade of D or below may not be applied toward any Welding Technology award.

Required Texts/ Materials/ Supplies

Text/ Readings:  Professor will provide information.

Required Supplies:  There are a number of required tools for this course.  Please see the supply list in this syllabus.

Supplies – All are required.  Not having these required tools will affect your grade for this course.

You are required to purchase the following items for your classes. You are preparing to enter the profession of welding, and like other technical crafts, it requires specialized tools and equipment.  Higher quality tools cost more initially, but they tend to last longer and usually result in savings over time.

1. Shirts: Heavy cotton long sleeve shirt
2. Pants: Cotton and must not be frayed
3. Shoes: Leather, or fire resistant. No tennis shoes
4. Gloves: Leather gauntlet or all leather work gloves
5. Pliers: 10-inch locking pliers or Channel lock pliers
6. Safety Glasses: ANSI-approved
7. Ear plugs or muffs
8. Cutting glasses, goggles, or face shield: Shade 5
9. Striker with flint replacements
10. Oxy-Fuel tip cleaner
11. Soapstone
12. Needle nose pliers with side cut
13. 12’ Tape measure
14. Tool Box, Bucket, or Tool Bag
15. 4 ½” angle grinder*(opitonal item)
16. Wire wheels*(opitonal item)
17. Grinding discs*(opitonal item)
18. Flap discs*(opitonal item)
19. Welder’s cap
20. Welding hood with replacement lenses

Course Description

Techniques and methods of oxy-fuel and electric welding and cutting to produce ornamental and functional items. Skill development in material forming, welding, brazing, and finishing techniques. Includes work ethics, artistic styles, and professionalism.

Course fee: $50.00; Course Type: W  

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: WLDG 1405 Art Metals. 

Sculpture WLDG 1408

Themes:

Anthropomorphic

Linear

Volumetric

Materials:

Sheet/ Plate

Found object

Round/ Square stock

Process:

Oxy-fuel welding/ cutting

GMAW

Plasma cutting

Techniques:

Sinking

Tack and Bend

Forging

Procedure

Three individual sculptures will be made using each of the three themes. The process, technique and materials for each sculpture will be at the student’s discretion. Blending of any of the following methods and processes will be allowed. Three to six thumbnail sketches will be required for each project.

Size limitations:

Each sculpture shall fit within 2 cubic feet 

Course Rationale

Students take this course typically to satisfy one of the following objectives:

ü  You are pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding Technology or a Certificate in Architectural And Ornamental Metals: Blacksmithing or Metal Sculpture at Austin Community College, and this course is one of your curriculum requirements.

ü  You are an art student from the Art Department at Austin Community College or from an area university, and need to explore welding and metalworking techniques and how they can be applied to art, or to improve your portfolio for transferability.

ü You have no experience in welding technology, but would like to use this course as an introduction to the profession and to develop your skills so you can build personal projects.

This course is the prerequisite for WLDG 2440 Advanced Metal Sculpture. 

Course Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate welding skills sufficient to meet entry level standards.
• Apply safety standards and practices pertaining to welding and metal working industries.
• Demonstrate proper use of hand, measuring, and layout tools, to fabricate metal projects.
• Demonstrate proper metalworking techniques and knowledge of processes sufficient to produce architectural and ornamental metal work.