Layout and Fabrication II Syllabus for 2021-2022
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213

Office Hours

Monday through Thursday   6:00 PM – 10pm

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Course

WLDG-2372-020 Layout and Fabrication II

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: WLDG 1317 with minimum grade of C

Course Description

An intermediate course in layout and fabrication. Includes design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, written specification and pattern development.

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Department Expectations

Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Textbooks

WELDING SKILLS

5TH EDITION

Authors: BJ Moniz and RT Miller

Publisher: American Technical Publishing Inc. 

ISBN: 978-0-8269-3084-2

WELDING SKILLS WORKBOOK

5TH EDITION

Author: Jonathan F. Gosse

Publisher: American Technical Publishing Inc.

ISBN: 978-0-8269-3085-9

Supplies

SUPPLIES

                PPE

Quantity----Item

     (4)--AC logo long sleeve shirt 

          --Jeans, wool pants, coveralls or overalls

 (no rips or frays)

          --Plain cotton t-shirts

(no designs/imprints or v neck/low cut shirts)

          --Leather Boots

(steel toed preferred)

     (1)--Welding cap

     (1)--Heavy duty welding Gloves

     (1)--Light leather work Gloves

     (1)--Leather welding Jacket

     (1)--Safety glasses

     (1)--Welding Helmet w/ #9 & #10 lens

(or auto darkening lens)

     (8)--Clear cover plates for welding helmet

     (1)--Tinted Oxyfuel safety glasses (shade #5)

     (1)--Heat shield hand pad

     (1)--Grinding face shield             

       TOOLS

Quantity----Item

(1)---Large tool bag or box

     (1)--12oz Ball peen hammer

     (1)--12” crescent wrench

     (4)--4” C-clamps

     (1)--Wrenches in sizes 3/4” to 11/8

     (1)--Flat and Half round Files

     (1)--Locking pliers

     (1)--Slip joint pliers

     (1)--MIG pliers

     (1)--Soap stone set

     (1)--Metal paint marker 

     (2)--Combination padlock

     (1)--12” Combination square (metal straight edge)

     (1)--Small flashlight

     (1)--Striker and matching flints

     (1)--Tape measure (16’ or larger)

     (1)--Torch tip cleaner

     (1)--Oxyfuel torch set

                Oxyfuel torch body

                Oxyfuel torch cutting head

                Oxyfuel cutting tip size #0 and #00

Oxyfuel welding tip size #0 and #1

Gentec Inline Quick Connectors

     (1)--Chipping hammer

     (1)--Wire Brush

     (1)--4.5” Angle Grinder

   (20)--4.5” Grinder Hard rock disks (thick)

   (20)--4.5” Grinder flap disks 36 grit

     (3)--4.5” Grinder hard rock pipeliner disks (thin)

     (4)--4.5” Grinder wire wheel 

 (1)---Three Ring heavy duty binder 3”

     (1)--8.5”x11” College ruled paper

     (1)--Graph paper (4 square/inch)

     (1)--Three ring dividers

           Consumable Metal Supplies

0.035 Solid wire (50lbs)

3/8”x7” flat plate (5)

14 gage 4”x2” (100)

Student Performance

  • Prepares time or job cards, reports or records.
  • Performs housekeeping duties.
  • Follows verbal instructions to complete work assignments.
  • Follows written instructions to complete work assignments.
  • Performs safety inspections of GMAW equipment and accessories.
  • Makes minor external repairs to GMAW equipment and accessories.
  • Sets up for GMAW operations on carbon steel.
  • Operates GMAW equipment on carbon steel.
  • Makes fillet welds in all positions on carbon steel.
  • Makes groove welds in all positions on carbon steel.
  • Passes GMAW welder performance qualification test (2G and 3G, uphill, limited thickness test plates) on carbon steel.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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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.

 

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. 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 may 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, punctuality, shop cleanup, and SAFETY PRACTICES. 

The final overall grade will be determined as follows:

Attendance/Participation----20% of grade----16 sessions

Projects/Performance -------50% of grade----7 projects

Homework/Notebook--------10% of grade

Midterm and Final-------------20% of grade      

2G Butt, Lap, and T-welds on 14 gauge steel      

3G Butt, Lap, and T-welds on 14 gauge steel    

4G Butt, Lap, and T-welds on 14 gauge steel                                                                         

Bend Test 1G                                                                                                   

Bend Test 2G                                                                                                   

Bend Test 3G                                                                                                   

Bend Test 4G                                                                                                                                                                                     

Homework chapters                                                                                                  

Written Exams                                                                                                          

                                                                                                    

          >90%------------A

          80-89%---------B

          70-79%---------C

          60-69%---------D

          <60%-----------F

  

Attendance

Attendance in class and lab participation is regarded as a requirement and an obligation for learning.  Due to class schedules in accelerated programs, it will not be possible to have make up days for classes which have been missed.  Students should make every effort possible to attend and be on time for all classes.  being more than 20 minutes latefor a class or leaving early without the instructor’s permission will count as a ½ day absence.

 

Calendar

Class Meeting 1

Class orientation,

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 2

 Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 3

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 4

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 5

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 6

 Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 7

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 8

Midterm

Class Meeting 9

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 10

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 11

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 12

 Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 13

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 14

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 15

Butt, Lap, and T-welds in all positions v-groove welds, open butt in all positions

Class Meeting 16

Final Exam 

 

Additional Information

SAFETY IS OUR ONE MOST IMPORTANT  CONCERN.  NO ONE IS ALLOWED IN ANY SHOP WITHOUT SAFETY GLASSES AS WELL AS ANY OTHER APPROPRIATE SAFETY GEAR.  ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW THE AMARILLO COLLEGE TECHNICAL EDUCATION CODE OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT.  COMPLIANCE WITH THE CODE IS MANDATORY FOR CLASS PARTICIPATION.

Syllabus Created on:

08/16/21 3:08 PM

Last Edited on:

08/16/21 3:08 PM