Master Syllabus WE1033, Cutting Processes

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

This course is taught through classroom and/or shop/lab learning and assessment activities, students in this course will: distinguish several types of mechanical and thermal cutting equipment and processes used in the welding trade; demonstrate the safe and correct set up, operation and shut down of the Oxy-fuel (OFC) workstation; demonstrate the safe and correct set up, operation and shut down of the Plasma Arc (PAC) workstation; demonstrate the safe and correct set up, operation and shut down of the Carbon Arc Cutting with Air (CAC-A) workstations; demonstrate safe and proper operation of several types of mechanical cutting equipment; and inspect quality and tolerance of cuts according to industry standards.

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 #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.

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. Exhibit interest
  3. Perform housekeeping duties
  4. Follow verbal, written work instructions for the completion of detail assignments.
Course Outline
  1. Oxy-Fuel Safety
  2. Oxy-Fuel Setup
  3. Plasma Safety
  4. Plasma Setup
  5. CAC safety/setup
  6. Other methods of cutting
  7. AWS/NCCER test
  8. Various cutting assignments
  9. NCCER assignments
Instructional Methods

Periodical

  1. Lecture
  2. Discussion
  3. Review of AWS Publications and
  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.