Fabrication Practices Theory

Catalog description

This class will present techniques of fabrication practices and processes. Students will receive instruction in the use of hand and power tools, assembly and use of jigs, fixtures and templates. Procedures for equipment maintenance will be presented. The student will be instructed in the use of blueprints, layout of material, measurement, fitting of metal parts, joint design, weld construction and shop safety. Key elements of working metals at elevated temperatures will be presented.