Master Syllabus WE1003, Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting I

Credits 3 Lab Hours 3 Lecture Hours 1 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description

Oxy-fuel Cutting sets up and performs manual oxy-fuel gas cutting operations that include straight and shape cutting, beveling, and weld removal (weld washing). Sets up and operates machine oxy-fuel cutting equipment (track burner) to perform straight cutting and beveling operations. The student performs minor external repairs to equipment and accessories. Welders need follow; safe practices, perform housekeeping duties, and follow verbal, written work instructions for the completion of detail assignments. 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.

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.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Industrial Technology Division is a committed leader in innovative workforce development by meeting the dynamic needs of business and industry through the development of student-centered education, technical excellence, and citizenship.

SCCC Outcomes

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 #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes
  1. Follow safe practices - wear safety glasses 100% etc.
  2. Perform proper operation of OFC equipment.
  3. Perform housekeeping duties
  4. Follow verbal, written work instructions for the completion of detail assignments
Course Outline
  1. Ch 1 Introduction to oxyacetylene welding
  2. Ch 2 Welding safety
  3. Ch 3 Measurement for welding
  4. Ch 4 welding symbols
  5. Ch 5 Preparing a joint
  6. Ch 6 Oxyfuel gas cylinders
  7. Ch 7 Welding torches and tips
  8. Ch 8 Assembly of welding equipment
  9. Ch 9 Metal identification
  10. Ch 10 Welding rods and fluxes
  11. Ch 11 The welding flame
  12. Ch 12 Backhand and forehand
  13. Ch 13 Creating a continuous weld pool
  14. Ch 14 Running a bead with filler metal
  15. Ch 15 Lap joint welding
  16. Ch 16 Outside corner joint welding
  17. Ch 17 T-Joint welding
  18. Ch 18 Butt joint welding
  19. Ch 19 Out-of-position welding
  20. Ch 20 Inspection of welds
  21. Ch 21 Cutting equipment
  22. Ch 22 Cutting processes
  23. Ch 23 Lap joint thick steel
  24. Ch 24 T-Joint thick steel
  25. Ch 25 Butt join thick steel
  26. Ch 26 Welding aluminum
  27. Ch 27 Brazing processes
  28. Ch 28 Brazing lap joints
  29. Ch 29 Running a bead with brazing filler metal
  30. Ch 30 Braze welding lap & t-joins
  31. Ch 31 Braze welding butt joints
  32. Ch 32 Braze welding cast iron
  33. Ch 33 Soldering
  34. Ch 34 additional welding techniques
  35. AWS Sense test
  36. NCCER test
  37. NCCER welding assignments
Instructional Methods
  1. Lecture
  2. Discussion
  3. Review of AWS Publications and Periodical
  4. Demonstration
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Lecture
  2. Discussion
  3. Review of AWS Publications and Periodical
  4. Demonstration
  5. Videos
Methods of Assessment
  1. Outcome 6 is assessed by homework and completion of AWS level 1 70% minimum.
  2. Outcome 9 is assessed by attendance, class participation, punctuality, demonstrate respect for others, and following directions.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.