Transcript title

Fab III

Credits

4

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

80

Lecture hours

20

Lab hours

60

Prerequisites

MFG 207.

Course Description

Covers in depth the full function and management of projects including writing bids, understanding costs associated with metal fabrication, and meeting deadlines in a safe and quality-effective manner. Conceive and finish projects with a wide variety of materials and processes.

Course learning outcomes

1. Apply safe and efficient work habits related to industrial fabrication and metalworking.
2. Operate metal fabrication and welding machinery at an entry-level professional standard.
3. Perform cost and time analysis of items fabricated from various metals.
4. Utilize appropriate communication and computational skills to effectively complete projects.

Content outline

1. Industrial safety 
2. Estimation and material economy
3. Project management and communication
4. Selection of correct tools and processes for projects
5. Protection of proprietary information
6. Shop floor management practices
7. American Welding Society code standards

Required materials

This class requires the purchase of safety equipment, reference books, measurement equipment, and tools.