WLD 199A Fabrication Benchworks and Fundamentals

Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Credits: 2

Studies common fabrication tools, basic layout procedure, basic layout tools, common measurement tools, and the appropriate usage as it pertains to the welding and fabrication industry. Coarse includes a basic understanding of measurement, basic understanding tolerances, measurement inspection, semi-precision measurement, precision measurement, the proper use of measuring tools, all associated with fabricated of metal products.

Prerequisite: Fourth-term standing in the Welding Technology program; or consent of program chair.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with industry standards, concerning shop safety, personal safety and general work habits.
Demonstrate identification, and basic operation of measuring tools and related equipment.
Demonstrate and perform acceptable care, storage, cleaning, and handling of measuring instruments.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of measurement and tolerance as it pertains to the welding and fabrication industry.
Identify and select appropriate precision measuring tools for making fundamental measurements, calculations, and inspections.
Demonstrate selection and application of measuring tools, for inspection and layout used in the fabrication industry.

Content Outline

Industrial Safety Standards
Measurement
- Basic Theory and Understanding
- Applications
- Differences
Basic Measuring Tools
- Tool Identifications
- Uses
- Operation
- Care and proper handling
Precision Measurement Tools
- Tool Identification
- Uses
- Operation
- Care and proper handling
Tolerances
- Identification and Understanding
- Measuring Tolerance
- Precision Tool Selection
- Tolerance Inspection
Inspections
- Identification
- Tool Selection
- Inspection Understanding
Layouts
- Methods
- Precision
- Semi-precision
- Tools Selection
Industrial Accepted Work Ethics and Habits