INDT 136: Metal Fabrication II

Credits
5
Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
7
Course ID
092800
Meets Degree Requirements For
Restricted Elective
Description

Introduces the student to an intermediate level of fabrication techniques such as measurement instrumentation, metal preparation, welding, machines (drills, saws, grinders, mills and lathes), and metal benders. Emphasis is placed on the safe use of tooling, pre-planning, and fabrication of structurally sound projects.

Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites

INDT 135 or industry experience with Instructor Permission

Course Learning Outcomes

Core Topics

Safe tool usage

  • Grinders
  • Welders
  • Cutters and shears
  • Hydraulic punches
  • Rotating machinery

Print reading

Fabrication techniques

  • Use of squares
  • Use of turnbuckles
  • Use of measuring tools

Jig design and usage

Project layout

Metal preparation