Course Description

This course provides students with the opportunity to apply process-specific welding skills to complete comprehensive fabrication and repair projects. In addition to welding, students will learn shop metal identification and gain practical experience with essential fabrication equipment, including set up and operation of metal preparation machinery. Students will also be required to plan, sketch, generate material lists, and prepare for a variety of complex projects, simulating real-world industrial demands. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

6

Lecture Hours

0

Lab Hours

6

Required Prerequisites

WPT 120, WPT 121, WPT 130, WPT 131, WPT 140, WPT 141

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Identify various metals used in the shop and select appropriate welding and fabrication processes for specific alloys.

Application:

• Set up and operate shop metal preparation and fabricating equipment accurately.

Integration:

• Plan, sketch, and generate material lists for complex fabrication or repair projects based on project specifications.
• Apply process-specific welding skills to successfully complete fabrication and repair projects to required industry standards.

Human Dimension:

• Evaluate the impact of material selection and joint design on the structural integrity and cost-effectiveness of a fabricated product.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Manage a project timeline and resources efficiently while adhering to all relevant safety and environmental regulations.

Learning How to Learn:

• Review the completed fabrication or repair project and determine areas for process improvement in future work.