Course Description

An advanced course in layout and fabrication. Includes production and fabrication of layout, tools, and processes. Emphasis on application of fabrication and layout skills. Course Fee: $50.00; Course Type: W

Prerequisites

WLDG 1417 Introduction to Layout and Fabrication.

Course Rationale

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

• You are pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding Technology and this course is one of your curriculum requirements.
• You are an advanced welding student desiring further instruction in the methods and techniques of layout and fabrication.

WLDG 2435 Advanced Layout and Fabrication

Sheet Metal forming

Projects:

Simple pan/box

Tool box

Frustum

Bead rolling

Volumetric sculpture / Vessel

Processes:

Bending

Roll forming

Shearing

Beading

Punching

Riveting

Spot welding

Seaming/hems

Stretching

Shrinking

Sinking

Flow forming

planishing

Techniques:

Hand tool use

Machine tool operation

Print reading

Pattern development

Pneumatic hammers

Riveting

Welding

Procedure:

Each project will utilize the proper hand /machine tool technique to achieve the desired outcome.

Last project will require welded, riveted or formed connections.

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. Pants: Cotton and must not be frayed
2. Shoes: Leather, or fire resistant. No tennis shoes
3. Gloves: Leather all leather work gloves
4. Safety Glasses: ANSI-approved
5. Ear plugs or muffs
6. Soapstone
7. 12’ Tape measure
8. Tool Box, Bucket, or Tool Bag
9. Scriber
10. Combination square

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:

1. Finished work…………………………………….….90% - 100% -----A

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

3. Some elements missing, unassembled…………………70% -79% -------C

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.

Examinations

Safety examination

Mid-term examination

Final examination

Course Learning Outcomes

Apply appropriate techniques of fabrication; design welding projects; prepare drawings; produce templates; apply layout offsets; calculate take offs; formulate bills of materials; and apply mathematical concepts in the construction of projects.

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.
• Demonstrate work attributes and ethics that contribute to personal success and towards employment goals.