This course provides students with the theory, knowledge, and skills necessary for the construction/fabrication of metal projects. Emphasis will be placed on laboratory safety, general laboratory measurements, metal identification/ characteristics, oxyacetylene welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), plasma cutting, and project construction.
For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The agriculture program at SCCC provides opportunities to further each student’s knowledge of and skills in agricultural operations.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of safety practices.
- Assemble projects in the lab based on verbal and written instructions.
- Exhibit exceptional housekeeping standards in the shop.
- Execute welds that meet or exceed industry standards.
- Safety
- Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Plasma Cutting
- Project Construction
- Laboratory
- Online assessments
- Group discussion
- Course Textbook
- Welding Tips and Tricks
- Miller Weld Calculators
- Previous Course Projects
- SCCC Outcome #1 will be measured and assessed by written exams.
- SCCC Outcome #5 will be measured and assessed by verbal exams and project completion.
- SCCC Outcome #9 will be measured and assessed by attendance and group work.
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If you need support or academic accommodations due to a documented disability, please contact the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or visit the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic Building, Room A149.
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