Thermal Cutting I Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Instructor Information
Instructor
Jacob Black (Curriculum Vitae)Phone
8063354310Office Location
Manufacturing Education Center 107MOffice Hours
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Course
WLDG-1373-002 Thermal Cutting I
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: ETWR 1391 and MCHNÂ 1343
Course Description
Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair and set up for manual and mechanized oxyfuel gas cutting (OFC). Instruction and practice in production cuts on carbon steel using manual and mechanical oxyfuel systems. Instruction and practice soldering and brazing carbon steel, stainless steel and copper using oxyfuel equipment. Practice and production of assembly cuts to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.
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Department Expectations
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Hours
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
Class Type
On Campus Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
Supplies
- Bibs or Sleeves
- Gloves
- Head Covering, e.g. Welding Cap or Cotton Head Coverings
- Heavy Denim or Wool Shirts
- Jeans, Wool Pants, Coveralls or Overalls
- Leather Boots or Shoes
Student Performance
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\\ Perform soldering and brazing on various metals.
\ Instruction and practice of equipment inspection, maintenance, repair, and set up for manual and mechanized oxyfuel gas cutting (OFC). Instruction and practice in production cuts on carbon steel using manual and mechanical oxyfuel systems. Instruction and practice soldering and brazing carbon steel, stainless steel, and copper using oxyfuel equipment. Practice and production of assembly cuts to be examined and tested according to Section 8 AWS SENSE QC10.
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Expected Student Behavior
Notebook & Class Equipment
Students are recommended to take notes during lectures and should maintain a class notebook containing handouts and reference materials. Students shall furnish personal protective equipment to include safety glasses and have their own personal hand tools similar to those on the department tool list. Students shall bring paper and pen or pencil to each class meeting.
Shop Policy
Read safety handouts provided, use common sense, maintain safe shop practices, keep your Lab clean, and orderly. Keep all safety shields/guards, and equipment in place at all times. Notify your Instructor of faulty wiring/equipment, worn or damaged tools, or missing parts. No horseplay is allowed whatsoever. Academic disciplinary measures will be promptly administered to offending person(s). Please help the Instructor to maintain order so that he can be free to use your time for more effective teaching, and less time housekeeping. We all can enjoy the benefits of an effective and conducive learning environment. Remember to use your safety glasses when entering the shop area.
Tools, Equipment, and Clothing
Students shall wear appropriate clothing to perform any work task assigned. Students at all times must wear an approved shirt with the Amarillo College logo during class meetings. Failure to wear approved shirt will result in an absence for the entire meeting. Tools and equipment specified for this class and any preliminary class in the curriculum are to be furnished by the student. Failure to dress for work or bring needed equipment will count as an absence. All tools should be properly used and cared for, thus allowing for longevity and safety of both the user and the tool.
Stealing, vandalism, or pilferage will be dealt with severely!! No drugs, tobacco, drinks, or food allowed!
All students are expected to follow the Amarillo College Students Code of Conduct. Any violation of this Code will be dealt with appropriately.
Grading Criteria
Students should complete all projects and performance tests at the REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LEVEL. They will be scored on neatness, completeness, procedure, professionalism, attitude, attendance and punctuality, shop cleanup, and SAFETY PRACTICES.
Daily Attendance/Participation 35%
Lab Performance/Homework/Assessments 40%
Mid-term Exam 10%
Final Exam 15%
Class Total 100%
>94%----------A
84-93%-------B
70-83%-------C
<70%----------F
Attendance
Full attendance and participation in class and lab is regarded as a requirement and an obligation for learning. Students will be allowed to make up one excused absence with the prior approval of the instructor. Four absences will result in a failing grade for the semester, this equals 25% of class missed. Any absences or tardiness need to be emailed to instructor prior to scheduled class meeting for consideration of exemption.
Class will begin promptly at 18:05 P.M. any student arriving after this time will be counted tardy and lose pts. for the meeting. Students must return from breaks promptly and on time. Students must be released by the instructor before leaving the class or lab meeting.
Students must legibly sign in and out of class and lab to be counted present.
Calendar
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Class Meeting 1 TENATIVE SCHEDULE Class orientation, welding safety, equipment setup and operation |
Class Meeting 2 Oxy-acetylene cutting, making straight cuts, stopping and restarting cuts |
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Class Meeting 3 Oxy-acetylene cutting, making straight cuts, stopping and restarting cuts |
Class Meeting 4 Oxy-acetylene cutting, making bevel cuts on plate ASSESSMENT #1 |
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Class Meeting 5 Oxy-acetylene cutting, piercing holes, cutting circles |
Class Meeting 6 Oxy-acetylene cutting, making square cuts and bevel cuts on pipe |
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Class Meeting 7 Track torch and Bevel machine Oxy-acetylene cutting |
Class Meeting 8 Oxy-acetylene cutting performance test MID TERM EXAM |
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Class Meeting 9 Brazing and soldering steel and copper |
Class Meeting 10 Brazing and soldering steel and copper |
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Class Meeting 11 Oxy-acetylene welding, carrying a weld puddle, making weld beads. Flat position, 14 ga sheet metal, tee welds, lap welds, butt welds |
Class Meeting 12 O/A welding Flat and Horizontal position, 14 ga sheet metal, tee welds, lap welds, butt welds ASSESSMENT #2 |
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Class Meeting 13 O/A welding Vertical position, 14 ga sheet metal, tee welds, lap welds, butt welds |
Class Meeting 14 O/A Vertical position, 14 ga sheet metal, tee welds, lap welds, butt welds
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Class Meeting 15 FINAL LAB PRACTICAL |
Class Meeting 16 FINAL WRITTEN EXAM, LAB CLEAN UP |
Additional Information
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Syllabus Created on:
11/30/-1 12:00 AM
Last Edited on:
11/30/-1 12:00 AM