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WDF-0105 Hand, Measuring and Layout Tools

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder task 24- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 5

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- select, use and maintain hand tools.- select, use and maintain measuring instruments.- select and use layout tools.- identify the various steel structural shapes.

Theory:

1. Identify the types of hand tools and describe their applications, use, care and storage.- pliers- chisels and punches- wrenches

- offset- sockets- adjustable- open end- combination- box end- allen- pipe- speed

- vices- pipe- soft jaw- swivel

- straight edges- screwdrivers- files- bolt cutters

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- hammers and mallets- ball peen- cross peen- engineers- sledge- torque wrenches- sequence

- torque multipliers- reamers- chain hoists- jacks- tubing tools

- flaring- bending- cutting- annealing

- electrode bag- punches

- center- prick- pin- line up bars (draft pins)- connecting bar

2. Describe the imperial and metric measuring systems and their use in the trade.

3. Identify measuring tools and instruments and describe their parts, applications andprocedures for use.- square

- bevel- measuring tape- t-square - compass - protractor- builders level- depth gauge- feeler gauge- laser level- fillet gauge- magnetic level- micrometer- plumb bob

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- scribers- spirit level- stop watch- straight edge- try square- vernier caliper- welding gauge- water level- chalk line- trammel points- dividers- combination square

4. Identify and describe the various steel structural shapes.- beams

- H - WF- WWF- S

- channels- standard- miscellaneous

- types of bars- types of plate - angles - pipe - tubing- terminology

- leg- web- flange, etc

- determination of sizes- fractional- decimal- weight per linear ft.

- method of stipulating dimensions

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet theobjectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided as

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suggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learning activities include:

1. Identify and select various hand tools.

2. Check a framing square for accuracy.

3. Divide a circle.

4. Lay out a weld gauge.

5. Lay out a drill gauge.

6. Lay out a parallel clamp.

7. Lay out a coupon grinding clamp.

8. Identify structural shapes.

9. Estimate weight of common structural shapes.

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WDF-1110 Hand and Power Cutting Tools

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis::- Welder tasks 29, 31 and 32- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 6

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of cutting tools, their applications, care and use.

Theory:

1. Describe hand shears, their applications and procedures for correct use.- cutting techniques

- sheet metal in a straight line - circles- angular shapes

2. Describe power shears and nibblers, their applications and procedures for correct use.- cutting techniques

- sheet metal in a straight line - circles- angular shapes

3. Describe squaring shears, their applications and procedures for correct use.- parts of the shear - type of blade

4. Describe hand hacksaws, their applications and procedures for correct use.- parts of the saw - type of blade

5. Describe electrical metal-cutting band saws, their applications and procedures forcorrect use.- parts of the saw - type of blade

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6. Describe abrasive saws, their applications and procedures for correct use.- type of disc - maintenance

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet theobjectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learning activities include:

1. Use cutting tools.- hand hacksaw - cold chisel - hand shears- band saw- abrasive saw- power shears- squaring shears

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WDF-1115 Drilling, Threading and Fastening

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- select and sharpen drills.- make threads using taps and dies.- use clamps- use power drills, drill presses, and magnetic-base drills

Theory:

1. Identify the types of drills, and describe their applications, use and care. - parts- sharpening

2. Describe the use and care of hand power drills, drill presses, and magnetic-baseddrills.

3. Describe taps and dies, their applications, use and care.- external - internal

4. Identify the types of clamps, and describe their applications, use and care.

Practical:


1. Sharpen a drill.

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2. Use C-clamps and adjustable clamps.

3. Use hand power drills, drill presses, and magnetic-base drills.

4. Make external threads with a die.

5. Make internal threads with a tap.

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WDF-1120 Grinding and Finishing

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- dress a grinding wheel.- select and use portable grinders.- select and use portable sanders.- use stationary grinders

Theory:

1. Describe grinding wheels, their applications and use. - types of dressers- procedures used to dress

2. Describe the use of portable grinders.- type of abrasive - grit - speed - attachments- accessories

3. Describe the use of portable sanders.- type of abrasive - grit - speed - attachments- accessories

4. Describe the use of stationary grinders.- speed - bond - grit

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- attachments- accessories- tool rest adjustment

Practical:


1. Use a wheel dresser.

2. Grind metal parts with a portable grinder.

3. Grind metal parts with a stationary grinder.

4. Sand metal with a sander.

5. Install grinding wheels.

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WDF-1125 Bending and Rolling

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- use electric and mechanical equipment to bend and roll metal.- use manual equipment to bend and roll metal.

Theory:

1. Identify the types of electric, mechanical and manual equipment used to bend and rollmetal, and describe their applications, care and use. - tonnage - spacing - clearance - calculations - bending procedures - rolling procedures

Practical:


1. Roll sheet metal to specified dimensions using manual equipment.

2. Use manual equipment to roll a cone.

3. Use a pan brake to make a pan.

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4. Make a 90° bend in a 1¼" pipe using OAW equipment.

5. Twist a 3/8" square bar stock a predetermined number of turns.

6. Make a frame with an angle measuring 1" x 1" x 1/8".

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WDF-1130 Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis: - Welder task 44, 45 & 46- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 7

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and use oxy-fuel equipment.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to set-up oxy-fuel equipment. - cleaning - threads - pressure - fuel gas - oxygen

2. Describe the procedures for use of oxy-fuel equipment to cut:- sheet metal- plate- structural shapes- pipe

3. Describe the procedures for use of automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut plate.

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Practical:


1. List the safety rules for using oxy-fuel equipment.

2. Set-up oxy-fuel equipment.- propane- acetylene

3. Cut various steel structural shapes using manual flame-cutting equipment.

4. Cut steel plate and pipe using automatic flame-cutting equipment.

5. Cut a square hole in 3/8" plate.

6. Cut a 30/ bevel on 3/8" plate.

7. Pierce a 2 1/2" diameter hole in 3/8" plate.

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WDF-1135 SMAW 1 - Set-up

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and maintain an arc.- establish an electric arc.- deposit a weld bead.- cut metal.

Theory:

1. Describe the terminology associated with arc welding.- mild steel and low alloy steel electrodes- AC & DC - Arc Blow- duty cycle- rated amperage- thawing pipes- striking and maintain an arc- stringer and weave beads

2. Describe the SMAW process.- general precautions- equipment and accessories- electrodes- codes and standards

3. Describe the set up and maintenance of welding equipment used in the SMAW process.- welder’s helmet - electrode holder - ground clamp - type of machine and components- brush

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- chipping hammer - polarity

4. Describe characteristics and applications of different power sources. - AC transformers- AC/DC rectifiers- DC generators- engine drive (gasoline, diesel)- inverters

5. Describe the procedures and equipment used for set up- ground clamp and/or terminal lug- electrode holder - electrode selection- current- polarity settings- arc length- travel speed- electrode angles- work and travel angles

6. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an electric arc.- sequence (steps in the arc welding process)- control - maintenance - stopping and restarting - length

7. Describe the procedures used to deposit a weld bead.- selection of electrode - stringer - weave - speed - spatter loss and electrode stub - angle - handling- inspection

- appearance - lack of fusion

8. Describe the procedures used to cut metals using the SMAW process.

Practical:

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1. Set up welding equipment and check the various external components.

2. Tack weld with E41011 (E6011) and E48018 (E7018) electrodes.

3. Deposit stringer beads and welds with E41010 (E6010) or E41011 (E6011) andE48018 (E7018) electrodes.

4. Deposit weave beads with E41010 (E6010), E41011 (E6011) and E48018 (E7018)electrodes.

5. Perform buildup with E41010 (E6010) or E41011 (E6011) and E48018 (E7018)electrodes.

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WDF-1140 SMAW 2 - Fillet Weld All Positions F-3

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:-- fillet weld mild steel in all positions using the SMAW process with F-3 class electrodes.- perform weld tests.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the SMAW process.

2. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the flat position.- tee - lap- corner joints

- size - destructive testing

3. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the horizontalposition.- tee (multi pass)- lap (single pass)

- plug - corner joints

- strength - tack - composite

4. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the upwardvertical position.- tee - lap - corner joints

- electrode

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- angle

5. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the overheadposition.- tee - lap - corner joints

- force of gravity - limitations - adjustment - body stance

6. Describe the procedures used to test welds.

7. Describe weld faults- slag inclusions - lack of penetration - porosity

Practical:


1. Run stringer beads in all positions.

2. Perform fillet welds on T-joint and lap joint using F-3 electrodes.

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WDF-1145 SMAW 3 - Fillet Weld All Positions F-4 Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:-- fillet weld mild steel in all positions using the SMAW process with F-4 class electrodes- perform weld tests

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the SMAW process.

2. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the flat position.- tee - lap- corner joints

- size - destructive testing

3. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the horizontalposition.- tee (multi pass)- lap (single pass)- corner joints

- strength - tack - plug - composite

4. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the upwardvertical position.- tee - lap

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- corner joints - electrode - angle - slag inclusions - lack of penetration - porosity

5. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the overheadposition.- tee - lap - corner joints

- force of gravity - limitations - adjustment - body stance


Practical:


1. Run stringer beads in all positions.

2. Perform fillet welds on T-joint and lap joint using F-4 electrodes.

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WDF-1150 GMAW - Set-up

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up GMAW equipment, strike and maintain an arc.- disassembly and reassembly GMAW welding systems- perform weld tests

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the GMAW process.

2. Describe the GMAW process.- general precautions- equipment and accessories

- shielding gas and regulators- electrode wire - gun- feeder- electrode extension- power source - nozzle- cable- pulsed arc machines

- assembly of equipment- metal transfer- polarity- arc voltage- slope and adjustment- inductance- welding variables and effects- welding voltage and current- travel speed

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- penetration- travel and work angles- manipulation- maintenance of tube- codes and standards

3. Describe the procedures used for disassembly and reassembly and care of GMAWwelding equipment.- troubleshooting

4. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an arc. - starting and stopping the weld

- finishing end of the joint- power source- filler metal - adjustment- shielded gases (pre and post weld)- feed rolls- gun- variables- stick-out- speed - maintenance- common faults

5. List the various gases and gas mixtures and describe their applications.- conventional and pulse transfer

- starting and stopping- travel angles- end of weld


7. Describe weld faults. - slag inclusions

- lack of penetration - porosity

Practical:


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1. Set up GMAW equipment.

2. Change the electrode wire guide.

3. Adjust and check the flow meter.

4. Deposit fillet welds on mild steel of various thicknesses using the GMAW processes.

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WDF-1155 GTAW - Set-up

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up equipment, strike and maintain an arc.- perform weld tests.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the GTAW process.

2. Describe the GTAW process.- general precautions- equipment and accessories

- pulsed arc machines- sycrowave machines - the GTAW torch- flowmeter

- electrodes- gas cups- conditioning of the thoriated electrode

- current requirement- shielding gases- travel and work angles- filler rods- joint types and their preparation- edge preparations- weld types- methods of transfer- codes and standards

2. List various types of gas mixtures and describe their applications.- purging gases

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- shielding gases

3. Describe the procedures used for disassembly and reassembly and care of GTAWwelding equipment.

4. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an arc. - conventional and pulse transfer welding


Practical:


1. Set up GTAW equipment, strike and maintain an arc

2. Change the electrode collet and collet body.

3. Adjust and check the flowmeter.

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WDF-1160 Plasma Arc Cutting & Gouging

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and operate plasma arc equipment.- cut stainless steel.- cut aluminum.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the plasma arc process.

2. Describe the plasma arc process.- general precautions- types of torches - types of arcs - shielding gases - electrodes - power source - codes and standards- procedures to set up equipment and check its operation

3. Describe the procedures used to cut various thicknesses of steel. - structural shapes - plate- pipe

4. Describe the procedures used to cut stainless steel. - sheet - plate- pipe

5. Describe the procedures used to cut aluminum.

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- sheet - plate - structural shapes

6. Describe the process used to set up and operate equipment for gouging. - carbon steel- stainless steel- aluminum - copper

Practical:


1. Set up equipment, check its operation, and check the torch.

2. Cut steel of various thicknesses.

3. Cut stainless steel of various thicknesses.

4. Cut aluminum of various thicknesses.

5. Gouge mild steel.

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WDF-1165 Stud Welding and Spot Welding

NOA Reference:

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder task 60- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 7

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- stud weld.- spot weld on sheet metal.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the stud weld and spot weld process.

2. Describe the stud weld process. - general precautions- principles of operation - equipment - weld quality - variables

3. Describe the procedures used to stud weld.

4. Describe the spot weld process. - general precautions- principles of operation - equipment - weld quality- types of joints

5. Describe the procedures used to spot weld on sheet metal.

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet the

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objectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learning activities include:

1. Set up and check stud weld equipment.

2. Weld studs of various diameters.

3. Set up and check spot weld equipment.

4. Spot weld sheet metal.

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WDF-0170 Blueprint Reading 1 (Basic)

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate a basic knowledge of blueprints, shop drawings and sketches and their

use in the trade.

Theory:

1. Identify the various types of lines used on blueprints and describe their applications.- centre - hidden - dimension - extension - object - break

- long- short

2. Identify the various views and describe their purpose.- front - right side - left side - top - bottom - back- section- detailed

3. Identify notes and specifications and describe their purpose.- parts of objects - drawing titles - revisions - drawing numbers

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4. Identify sectioning practices and describe their purpose.- enlarged - isometric - auxiliary - rotation - developed- detail

5. Identify and interpret common abbreviations and symbols.- supplementary symbols - outdated and preferred symbols - references- location of symbols on drawings

Practical:


1. Identify the basic lines used in drafting.

2. Identify the various elements in blueprints.- views- notes and spectifications- sections- common symbols and abbreviations.

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WDF-1175 Blueprint Reading 2 (Welding Symbols)

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- Interpret welding abbreviations and symbols.

Theory:

1. Identify common welding abbreviations and describe their applications.- back gouging - melt through - finishing - processes

2. Identify and interpret the symbols for fillet welds.- pitch - dimension - shape- finishing

3. Identify and interpret the symbols for groove welds.- preparation - preparation depth - root spacing - preparation angle

4. Identify and interpret the symbols for melt-through welds.- root spacing - preparation angle - backing - fusible inserts

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5. Identify and Interpret the symbols for plug welds.- dimensions - bevel angle - filler thickness - number - pitch - shape

6. Identify and interpret weld finishing symbols.- grinding - machining - chipping - laminating - hammering- rolling- unspecified

7. Identify and interpret pipe welding symbols.- dimensions- pipe layout

- determine methods of representing layout- symbols

Practical:


1. Locate and interpret abbreviations and symbols relevant to the trade.- fillet welds- groove welds- melt through- weld finishing

WDF-1180 Blueprint Reading 3 (Advanced/CAD)

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NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- interpret dual dimensions.- interpret international symbols.- interpret test and inspection symbols- demonstrate knowledge of the basics of computer-aided drafting

Theory:

1. Describe dual dimensions and their use in the trade.- variation - flexibility - accuracy - disadvantages.

2. Identify and interpret international symbols.

3. Identify and interpret test and inspection symbols.- visual inspection - ultrasound - X-rays - dye penetrates - OSD symbols - dimensioning- eddy current- magnetic particle- acoustic emissions- leak test

4. Describe computer-aided drafting and its use in the trade.- components - software

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Practical:


1. Interpret dual dimensions.

2. Locate and interpret test and inspection symbols.

3. Locate and interpret international symbols.

4. Use computer-aided drafting software.

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WDF-1185 Blueprint Reading 4 (Shop Drawings)

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- identify structural components from shop drawings- draw templates for structural parts

Theory:

1. Identify and interpret abbreviations used on shop drawings.- centre to centre (C/C)- not to scale (N/S)- F/S - B/S - B/B - gauge (GA)- cast iron (CL)- FLG - standard (STD)

2. Identify and interpret various structural components found on shop drawings.- column - beam - truss - purlin- joists

3. Identify and interpret instructions contained in working drawings.- beams - columns - stairs

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- brace

4. Describe the procedures used to cut beams to desired dimensions.- notch- cut- cope

5. Describe the procedures used to draw templates for structural parts.

Practical:


1. Interpret instructions and symbols found on working drawings.

2. Draw templates for structural parts.

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WDF-0190 Metallurgy, Expansion & Contraction Control

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder tasks 18, 19, 27 49 and 54- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) tasks 6 and 7

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- select appropriate fabrication practices and principles to control expansion, contraction

and distortion.- use forces resulting from expansion and contraction for the straightening or bending of

structural members.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with metallury.

2. Describe the types and characteristics of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.- ferrous

- low carbon- medium carbon- high carbon- alloy steel

- non-ferrous

3. Describe mechanical and physical properties of metals.- tensile strength- yield strength- elasticity- ductility- hardness- compressive strength- fatigue strength- impact strength- toughness

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- density- melting point- thermal conductivity- thermal expansion- electrical conductivity and resistance- corrosion resistance- brittleness- malleability- plasticity- reaction to heat

- specific heat- heat of fusion

4. Describe the effects on properties when:- forming- shearing- punching- drilling- cutting- welding

5. Describe the effects of stresses and shrinkage on materials.- hard- brittle- tough- ductile

6. Describe common tests to determine the type of material and/or weldability.- spark- clip- chip

7. Describe pre-heat and post-heat processes.- purpose- applications- temperature

8. Describe various classification systems used for ferrous metals.- numbering systems

- SAE- AISI- ASTM

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- colour coding of materials

9. Describe common problems in welding high carbon steel.

10. Describe expansion and contraction of metals.- heating compared with cooling

11. Describe stresses resulting from:- welding- flame cutting- shearing- unsatisfactory preparation for welding- forming- rivetting

12. Describe control of shrinkage in weldments.- WDFup- welding sequence

- back step and skid back step- staggered- intermittent

- weld size and number of passes- balancing of shrinkage and other forces- pre-heat requirements

13. Describe stress relief.- purpose- methods

- heating- peening- aging

- requirements

14. Describe controlled shrinkage for:- straightening of bent or distorted members- alignment of sub-assemblies- pre-bending- removal of corroded or seized parts

Practical:

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1. Visually identify types of metal.

2. Identify metals using spark test.

3. Shape, grind and heat treat chisels.

4. Attend lab sessions to witness tensile test, ductility, harness, etc.

5. View film or demonstration on expansion and contraction.

6. Upset heated metal.

7. Use upsetting to straighten bent members.

8. Perform prebending.

9. Use setting of vertical members to allow for contraction.

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WDF-1195 Quality Control

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis: - Welder task 6 and 17- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) tasks throughout the document

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of quality control operations.- perform visual inspection

Theory:

1. Describe the identification and selection of steel.- scope of quality control- standards and specifications- inspection methods

- templates and/or gauges- drawing (compliance with)- visual inspection practices- electronic inspection

- radiography- magna flux- ultrasonic

2. Describe standards and specifications applicable in the trade.

3. Describe the procedures used to ascertain compliance with design and codespecifications.

4. Describe the methods of inspection and testing of structural materials and welds andtheir associated procedures. - visual inspection- bend test- etch test

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- magnetic particle test- die penetrant test- leak test

- air and soap (pneumatic test)- water pressure (hydrostatic test)

- paint thickness

Practical:

The learning activities outlined in this course are provided as suggestions only and may besubstituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learning activitiesinclude:

1. Perform visual inspection of welds.

2. Inspect & test structural materials & welds.- inspect items and note irregularities (visual inspection)- bend specimen and determine ductility and soundness (destruction)- perform etch test on item (destruction)- visual inspect radiographic film for irregularities and note- use magnetic particle test- perform die penetrant test- perform leak test on small vessel as outlined by instructor

- air and soap (pneumatic test)- water pressure (hydrostatic test)

3. Perform inspection and test for paint thickness on item.

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WDF-1200 Material Handling and Rigging

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder task 4 and 9- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 4

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- use efficient material handling practices using both manual and mechanical means- identify the limitations of equipment used for rigging- operate slings, cables and cranes- select appropriate equipment for the job, using rigging charts and manuals as well as

rule of thumb methods

Theory:

1. Describe Workers Compensation Board regulations applicable to material handlingand rigging.

2. List the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations applicable to material handlingand rigging.

3. Describe responsibilities and liabilities in the use of rigging, lifting and hoistingequipment.

4. Describe the various methods of hoisting, their applications and procedures for use.- weight of objects- object configuration- materials- materials for blocking

5. Describe the various types of wire ropes, chains, cables and cable clamps and theiraccessories. - characteristics- applications

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- precautions- procedures for use- inspection

6. Identify and describe the various types of lifting clamps.- characteristics- applications- precautions- inspection- procedures for use

7. Identify types of come alongs, rope and chain falls, and describe their applications andprocedures for use.

8. Identify types of jacks and describe their applications and procedures for use.- hydraulic- screw- ratchet

9. Describe stacking and blocking.- structural shapes- plate and sheet- weldments and components

10. Describe the methods of securing chains to provide for manipulation of structuralshapes.

11. Identify types of slings and describe their applications and procedures for use.- rope slings- wire rope slings- nylon slings

12. Describe use of hooks and shackles.

13. Describe lines or rope and their use.- sizes- care and inspection- knots

- bowline and a bight- square or reef- round turn and two half hitches- scaffold hitch

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- whipping ends and eyes

14. Describe use of chokers, slings and tag lines.

15. Describe spooling of line on drums.- over wind- under wind- left and right hand lay lines

16. Describe practices for use of tackle.- safety factors of line- reeving practices

17. Identify other types of hoisting methods and describe their procedures for use.- overhead crane- jib crane- boom crane- mobile crane- manual lifting

18. Describe standard hand signals.

19. Identify the different types of scaffolds, and describe their applications and proceduresfor use.- tube and clamp- manufactured platforms and scaffolding- rolling scaffolding- suspended scaffolding

20. Describe safety requirements for erecting and working on scaffolding.- kick plates- braces- ties- planking- permits- tagging- fall arrest

21. Describe special problems of rolling and suspended scaffolding and guidelines fortheir use.

22. Identify types of ladders and describe their applications and use.

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Practical:

The learning activities outlined in this course are provided as suggestions only and may besubstituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learning activitiesinclude:

1. Make up spreader bar (single).

2. Whip or seize one end of fibre rope.

3. Tie knots using fibre rope.- reef knot- bowline- round turn & hitch- scaffold hitch

4. Demonstrate hand signals.

5. Select appropriate scaffold for various job situations.

6. Prepare safety harness/fall arrest with tie off points.

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WDF-1205 Stationary Powered Shearing

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- use powered shearing equipment.- perform adjustment and basic maintenance operations.

Theory:

1. Identify types of powered shearing equipment and describe their characteristics andapplications.

2. Describe the operation of shearing equipment.- capacity- rake angle- blade clearance- back edge calibration- lateral guide squaring- operating procedures- maintenance

Practical:


1. Determine the capacity of the shear.

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2. Set up and operate guillotine plate shears.

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WDF-1210 Iron Worker Operation

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- operate iron worker equipment for the punching and shearing of structural shapes,

plate and sheet sections.- perform necessary operational maintenance and adjustments.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to set up the iron worker.- capacity- clearances

2. Describe coping and notching operations.- blade clearance

3. Describe shearing operations.- dies- capacity

4. Describe angular and square cuts of angle stock.- capacity- back gauge clearance

5. Describe punching operations.- configuration- round- oblong

6. Describe operator level maintenance procedures.

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7. Identify ironworker accessories and attachments and describe their applications.- flanging on flatbar

Practical:


1. Notching.

2. Punching.

3. Shearing.

4. Make a frame from 2" x 2" x 1/4" angle.

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WDF-1215 Jigs and Fixture Fabrication

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of the elements and processes of jig and fixture design.- select and use jigs and fixtures

Theory:

1. Identify common types of jigs and fixtures and describe their applications.- purpose- method of construction- operating practices

2. Describe the procedures used to fabricate jigs and fixtures.

3. Identify special purpose types of jigs and fixtures and describe their applications.- purpose

- one of a kind assembly- unusual assembly operation

- design considerations- fabrication practices- operating principles

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Practical:


1. Fabricate jigs and fixtures.- set up multi-punch operation- fabricate jig to allow multi drilling- set up jig to allow for shearing- fabricate jig to accommodate truss assembly and welding- fabricate jig to accommodate ladder assembly

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MTF-1305 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) - Butt weld - Flatand Horizontal Positions (F-3 class electrodes) - MildSteel

NOA Reference:

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis task 7.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- butt weld on mild steel in the flat and horizontal positions with F-3 class electrodes

using the SMAW process.- test welds.

Theory:

8. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the flat position.- terminology- joint design - electrode angle- inspection and testing

9. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the horizontalposition.- electrode manipulation - adjustment - slag inclusion - causes and cures of undercut


Practical:


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1. Weld a square edge butt joint on mild steel in the flat and horizontal positions.

2. Weld a single-vee groove butt joint on mild steel in the flat and horizontal positions.

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MTF-1310 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Butt weld- Flat andHorizontal Positions (F-4 class electrodes)- Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- butt weld mild steel in the flat and horizontal positions with F-4 class electrodes using

the SMAW process.- test welds.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the flat position.- terminology- joint design- electrode angle- inspection and testing

2. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in horizontal position.- electrode manipulation - adjustment - slag inclusion - causes and cures of undercut


Practical:


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1. Weld a square edge butt joint on mild steel in the flat and horizontal positions.

2. Weld a single-vee groove butt joint with preparation on mild steel in the flat andhorizontal positions.

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MTF-1315 Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Fillet Weld- Flat andHorizontal Positions Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- fillet weld mild steel in the horizontal position using the GMAW process.- fillet weld mild steel in the flat position using the GMAW process.- test welds.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld in the flat position.- conventional and pulse- shielding gas selection

- drift and mixtures for steel- addition of carbon dioxide- electrode wires- wires for carbon steel- operating problems- work and travel angles- gun manipulation

2. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld in the vertical position.- conventional and pulse- "T" joint- lap joint- running stringer beads in vertical position


Practical:

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1. Perform fillet welds on mild steel using the GMAW process in the flat and horizontalpositions (conventional and pulse).

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MTF-1320 Press Brake Operation

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- bend sheet and plate using a press brake.- lay out materials in preparation for bending.- perform operational adjustments and corrective maintenance.

Theory:

1. Identify types of press brakes and describe their applications.- functions- material capabilities

- sheet- plate- ferrous and non-ferrous

2. Describe the set-up and operation of press brake machinery.- safety - functions- attachments- adjustments

3. Describe the proceedures used to lay out for bending on a press brake.- common practices- allowances

- future operations- bending

- dies and jigs- bending charts

4. Describe operational maintenance of press brake equipment and associated safety

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requirements.

Practical:


1. Set-up press brake equipment. - die selection- degree of bends- stops- changing dies- limitations- tonnage requirements- capabilities- sequence of bends

2. Calculate bend allowance from project sheets.

3. Prepare and lay out material.

4. Perform operational maintenance of press brake equipment.

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MTF-1325 Roll Forming Equipment

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- roll ferrous and non-ferrous plate, sheet and structural shapes to specified dimensions.- install and adjust attachments used with roll forming equipment.- perform operational maintenance to roll forming equipment.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to set up roll forming equipment.

2. Describe the procedures used to roll ferrous and non-ferrous plate, sheet andstructural shapes to specified dimensions.- safety- selection of equipment- selection of materials- operation of machinery- effects

3. Identify types of attachments and describe their applications, installation andadjustment.- cones- flat bars- angles- other

4. Describe operational maintenance of roll forming equipment.

5. Describe operation of equipment for:- roll configuration- prebend flat - capacity

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- template- over roll- under roll

Practical:


1. Roll the following:- a cylinder- double plate to fit cylinder- channel- pipe- angle- flat bar- non-ferrous metal

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MTF-1330 Structural Components & Detailing Practices

NOA Reference:

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis tasks 5 and 7.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- interpret basic prints and working drawings pertaining to beams and columns.- identify basic structural components and detailing practices.

Theory:

1. Identify beams, columns and girts and describe their function.

2. Describe the construction of beams and columns.- cuts, copes, block out, cut and chip- stiffeners, gussets and filler plates- minimum edge distances - standard gauges

3. Interpret drawings and layout.- stairs and handrails- templates- platforms- structural symbols

4. Identify and interpret symbols.- structural shapes- type of material- process, machining, etc.- rivet and bolt- revision

5. Describe abbreviations commonly encountered.

Practical:

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1. Identify structural members using symbols.

2. Layout beams, columns and channels from detailed drawings.

3. Cut beam.

4. Layout stair and handrail.

5. Prepare joints for the fitting of structural shapes.

6. Work from industrial prints and/or sketches to provide accuracy and quality.

7. Layout, assemble and fit common joints for structural shapes.

8. Determine bend allowance of various thickness of materials.

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MTF-1335 Truss and Girder Fabrication

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- interpret truss and girder prints and drawings.- identify characteristics of trusses and girders.- lay out and fabricate trusses and girders.

Theory:

1. Interpret prints and drawings to produce trusses and girders.- types- component parts- design- methods of fastening- materials used to fabricate- cambering

2. Identify characteristics of trusses and girders.- types- component parts- design

3. Describe procedures used to lay out template for trusses and girders.

4. Describe the procedures used to fabricate trusses and girders.

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet theobjectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities.

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Suggested learning activities include:

1. Lay out template.

2. Fabricate girder.

3. Fabricate tubular and open web trusses.

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MTF-1340 Pressure Vessel & Pipe Drawing Interpretation

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon success completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- interpret prints and working drawings pertaining to piping and pressure vessels.- identify symbols used in piping and pressure vessel drawings.

Theory:

1. Describe pressure vessels and pipe drawings.- codes- specifications- symbols- testing & inspection

Practical:


1. Interpret drawings.

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MTF-1345 Basic Layout Operations

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of the procedural sequence used to carry out layout

operations.- perform basic layout operations using the parallel line method.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedural sequence used to carry out layout operations.

2. Describe geometric operations used in performing layout.- bisecting lines and circles- erecting perpendiculars- dividing lines and circles- trisecting angles- drawing a tangent from a given point- constructing a pentagon- constructing a hexagon- constructing an octagon- drawing an ellipse- drawing a spiral/helix

Practical:


1. Bisect a straight line or the arc of a circle.

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2. Erect a perpendicular from a given line.

3. Erect a perpendicular near the end of a given line.

4. Divide a line into any number of equal parts.

5. Draw a line parallel to a given line.

6. Draw a circle and its properties.

7. Trisect a 90o angle.

8. Bisect a 90o, 45o or any angle.

9. Draw a tangent from any given point on a circle.

10. Draw an equilateral triangle, one side being given.

11. Construct an angle similar to a given angle.

12. Construct a square from a given side.

13. Construct a regular pentagon in a given circle.

14. Construct a hexagon from a given side.

15. Inscribe an octagon within a given circle.

16. Inscribe an octagon within a given square.

17. Construct an octagon, one side being given.

18. Inscribe any regular polygon in a circle.

19. Draw a circle through any three given points not in a straight line.

20. Find the centre of a circle when the circumference is given.

21. Inscribe a circle in a given triangle.

22. Draw an approximate ellipse, the major and minor axes being given .

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23. Draw an ellipse with a pencil and thread.

24. Draw an equable spiral.

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MTF-1350 Basic Parallel Line Development

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- perform basic parallel line development of pipe fittings.

Theory:

1. Describe prisms and cylinders with various mitre cuts.- use of views- method of development

- necessity of use of elements

2. Describe two, three, four and five piece elbows.- elbow rule- types of patterns- necessary view- pattern development

3. Describe layout to provide for bending of flat surfaces at various angles.- development practices

4. Describe development of pipe or tubing tee with equal and unequal diameters and withunequal diameter with branch placed off centre.- method of establishing mitre lines (line of cut)- pattern stretch out

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet theobjectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities.

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Suggested learning activities include:

1. Develop template for two piece 90o elbow.

2. Develop template for three piece 90o elbows.

3. Develop template for four piece 90o elbows.

4. Develop template for three piece 45o elbows.

5. Develop pattern for five piece 85o elbow (fishtail).

6. Develop pattern for two piece 90o rectangular elbow.

7. Develop template for "T" equal diameter.

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MTF-1355 Advanced Parallel Line Development

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course the apprentice, will be able to:- perform advanced parallel line development of pipe fittings.

Theory:

1. Describe development of an oblique tee.- use of projection lines- use of profiles- location and shape of mitres

2. Describe development of an offset pipe.- location and shape of a mitre- methods of construction- use of elbow patterns

3. Describe development of an oblique tee with unequal diameters.- construction of mitres

4. Describe development of an oblique tee-off centre with unequal diameters.- construction of mitres

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet the

objectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learning activities include:

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1. Develop template for lateral with pipe of equal size.

2. Develop template for eccentric lateral, differing pipe sizes.

3. Fabricate an elbow or tee from a template.

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MTF-1360 Basic Radial Layout

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- perform basic radial line development of cylinders, cones and tapering fittings.- use radial line layout in combination with other layout methods.

Theory:

1. Describe development of conical sections.- plane through cone 90o to axis of circle- plane through both sides inclined to the axis of an ellipse- plane through apex of a cone vertically to the base triangle- plane through a cone parallel to the apex in a hyperbola- plane through a cone parallel to its sides in a parabola

2. Describe drawing a right cone.- practices for the layout of regular tapering forms

3. Describe development of a round cylinder intersecting a cone at 90o.- intersecting radial line to parallel line- intersecting cone to cylinder

Practical:


1. Develop pattern for cone and frustum.

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2. Develop pattern for irregular frustum of a cone.

3. Develop pattern for funnel.

4. Develop pattern for a cone with an intersecting vertical cylinder.

5. Develop pattern for cone intersected by a cylinder at right angles to its axis.

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MTF-1365 Advanced Radial Layout

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- perform advanced radial line development of cylinders, cones and tapering fittings.- use radial line layout in combination with other layout methods.

Theory:

1. Describe development of a round cylinder intersecting a cone at 45o.

2. Describe development of a 90o equally tapering elbow.

3. Describe development of an oblique cone.

Practical:


1. Develop pattern for a frustum of a cone intersecting a cone obliquely.

2. Develop pattern for a oblique cone.

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MTF-1370 Basic Triangulation Layout

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- develop transitional and/or twisted shapes using triangulation layout and development

practices.- use triangulation layout in combination with other layout methods.

Theory:

1. Describe true lengths of lines. - use of plan and elevation to determine true lengths - numbering and lettering

2. Describe development of transitional- concentric and eccentric shapes.- square to square rotated half turn- square to rectangular half turn- rectangular to round

Practical:


1. Develop pattern for transition piece, square to square, ends diagonally opposed.

2. Develop pattern for transition piece, rectangular to round.

3. Develop pattern for transition piece, rectangular to round, two sides vertical two sidessloping.

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MTF-1375 Advanced Triangulation Layout

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course the apprentice will be able to:- develop transitional and/or twisted shapes using triangulation layout and development

practices.- use triangulation layout in combination with other layout methods.

Theory:

1. Describe development of transitional - concentric and eccentric shapes.- unequal square to square- rectangular to round pitch at top- oblong to round

Practical:


1. Develop pattern for twisted rectangular pipe, both ends equal dimensions.

2. Develop pattern for flaring collar.

3. Develop pattern for three piece offset fitting.

4. Develop pattern for three piece reducing elbow, round to square.

5. Develop pattern for square to round offset.

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6. Perform layout procedures.

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MTF-1380 Plate Development

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- layout cylinders, cones and hoppers.- choose the layout method best suited for economical job completion.

Theory:

CYLINDERS

1. Identify cylinders and describe their applications.- purpose- types

- small shop fabricated- large field assembled

2. Interpret drawings and identify material type and size of cylinder.

3. Describe cylinder development.- inside diameter- outside diameter- mean diameter- stretch-out of plate material- preparation of plate for layout

- squaring up- marking-out in preparation for bevelling- reason for roll up or roll down- mark out for assembly holes

CONES

4 Describe cones and development of conical shapes.

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- interpreting the drawing- checking of materials- method of development

- one piece cone- two half sections- large cone-multiple sections

- layout methods- plate thickness allowance- calculation of true lengths- marking out radial lines- purpose of radial lines- preparation of plate edges for welding and bolting

- marking up plates for bending- preparation of bending templates

HOPPERS

5. Identify hopper types and describe their applications.- small - shop fabricated- shop fabricated and shipped in sections- large - fabricated in field- simple square hoppers- simple rectangular hoppers- hoppers having offset opening- right and left hand plates- hoppers with flanges- sketch plates

6. Interpret drawings and identify material type and size of hopper.

7. Describe outlet ends of hoppers and chutes.- plane and flanged end (bolted)- geared or power driven gate end- sliding end- support brackets

8. Describe method of layout.- thickness of plate- bending allowance- calculation of true lengths- bevels and angles- establishment of work and bend lines

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- making bending templates- bending of material- splay angle

9. Describe special hopper requirements.- channel and angle stiffeners- flat bar stiffeners- lap joints- butt joints

Practical:


1. Lay out a set of stairs.- layout plate for set of stairs formed from one piece of stock.- layout matching channels.- layout matching angles C/W matching holes

2. Lay out doubler plate for outside of cylinder.

3. Lay out hopper; both ends square.

4. Lay out hopper; one end square with flanges one end rectangular with flange, threesides sloped, one straight.

5. Lay out OWSJ (bar joist).

6. Lay out cyclone type hopper.

7. Lay out double channel.

8. Lay out double angle.

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MTF-1385 Basic Assembly and Fitting

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course the apprentice will be able to:- fit and assemble basic small units and large units for pre-fabricated field erection- use special tools, gauges, jigs and related equipment

Theory:

1. Identify hoppers and describe their fabrication.- shop assembly practices for small units- pre-fabrication practices for larger units- assembly of large units to be disassembled for field erection- practices for using dogs, wedges, clips angles, assembly holes, tie-down plates

and other related items- fitting of stiffeners- fitting of gates

2. Describe layout and fitting of complex beams and columns.- layout

- interpretation of drawing- checking of bill of materials including sizes- determine layout practices to be employed- gauges- viewing dimensions- preparation of flange to fit columns- block outs, copes and clearances

- common problems arising in layout for columns- fitting methods.

- wide flange beams and columns- box columns- detail for fitting- marking up for welding

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- back check of work

Practical:


1. Fabricate and assemble a hopper.

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MTF-1390 Advanced Assembly and Fitting

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- fit and assemble advanced small and large units for pre-fabricated field erection- use special tools, gauges, jigs and related equipment

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to lay out welded and bolted girders.- lay out for welded girders

- drawings and material bills- layout practices- web plates- flange plates

- building camber into web plates- lay out for bolted girders- lay out practices

- making templates- laying out of web plates- laying out web to flange plates- web stiffeners and filler plates- splice material- punching and drilling practices

2. Describe the procedures used to fit girders.- interpret drawings- procedures

- prefabricated sub assemblies- fitting up of girders- complete the girder (detail)- shop splicing

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shop welding, rivetting and bolting- cambered girders

3. Describe bolted bridge truss spans.- layout practices- interpretation of drawings and material bills- layout practices- making required templates- top-bottom chord units- end posts- web members- floor system- brace members- bearing shoes- expansion joints- fitting the trusses- interpretation of unit drawings- accepted practices for boxing up of chord sections- use of jigs for fitting units- reaming and bolting- method of marking of matching members

4. Describe interpretation of drawings, layout and fitting practices for various structures.- tanks- digesters- field fabricated cones- radial gates- cranes- truss conveyors

5. Describe installation and shop testing of structures.- interpretation of drawing

- establishment of reference points- elevation

- use of transit and builders level- use of equipment-setting up on tripod

- level the instrument- use of plumb bob- accuracy requirements

6. Interpret applicable codes.

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Practical:


1. Fabricate a small bridge truss.

2. Fabricate a boxed girder.

3. Level using a transit.

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MTF-1395 FCAW Set-up and Weld Plate (Flat & Horizontal)

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set-up and adjust FCAW equipment.- deposit fillet and butt welds on steel plate in flat and horizontal positions using flux

core wire.- Identify various gases and gas mixtures.

Theory:

1. Identify equipment components and describe the procedures used to set up andadjust FCAW equipment.- power source - safety - polarity - advantages - flux-cored electrodes - metal core wire

2. Describe the procedures used to deposit fillet and butt joints on steel plate in flat andhorizontal positions using flux core wire.- quality of welds - faults - travel angles - manipulation

3. Identify various gases and gas mixtures and describe their applications.

Practical:

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1. Set up FCAW equipment and adjust the flowmeter.

2. Deposit fillet welds in flat and horizontal positions.

3. Weld butt joints in flat and horizontal positions.

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MTF-1400 Oxy-Fuel Optical Tracer

NOA reference :

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of the OccupationalAnalysis task 7.

Course Outcomes :

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of optical tracer equipment and its setup and adjustment. - demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate the cutting machine in the strip

and trace mode.

Theory:

1. Identify types of optical tracers and describe their applications.- size

- capacity- number of cutting heads

- types - cantilevers - bridges- water table

2. Describe the procedures used to operate the optical tracer.- gas controls

- pressure settings- ignition- pre-heat settings- high pre-heat settings- cutting oxygen settings

- torch height- torch height setting and control- master height control

- tracing head - kerf offset adjustment

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- determining kerf compensation- direction of kerf adjustment

- tracing and stripping mode- piercing- lead in, lead out

- material utilisation- plate alignment- placement of the pattern

- nesting of part- material and part identification

1. Identify pattern materials and describe their preparation.

2. Describe cutting charts and their use.- cutting tips selection

- pressure settings- cutting speed settings- kerf dimension

3. Describe factors affecting set-up of equipment.- tip size and conditions- quality of the cuts- pre-heat adjustment- cutting pressure adjustment- cutting speed - torch height - motion stability of the machine

4. Describe routine operational maintenance of the optical tracer.- rail cleaning- gear box oil level check

5. Describe safety precautions when using flame cutting equipment and machines.

Practical :

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet theobjective of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities.

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Equipment availability and model may also affect the learning activities. Suggestedlearning activities include :

1. Install and set-up cylinders.

2. Demonstrate the HL81 control on the cutting machine.

3. Select and install cutting tips.

4. Select and align plate on the cutting table.

5. Ignite and set flame for different tip size and plate thickness.

6. Cut pieces of 3/16, 1/4", and 3/8" in the strip mode to specific dimension.

7. Prepare patterns to cut parts of different plate thickness.

8. Set kerf adjustment according to tip size.

9. Cut parts from different plate thickness using the optical tracer.

10. Purge and shut down the cutting machine.

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MTF-1405 CNC Cutting Machine

NOA reference :

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of the OccupationalAnalysis task 6.

Course Outcomes :

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of CNC controls and commands.- demonstrate knowledge of CNC cutting machine operation.

Theory :

1. Describe the use of CNC shape cutting machines and describe their applications inindustry.- introduction to shape cutting- controller prompting- menu entry data keys

2. Describe part programming- 50 standard shape library- standard shape operation- shape number- part number- program name defined by user- prompting operation and menu

3. Describe the conditions affecting the quality of the cut- tip size and conditions- pre-heat adjustment, piercing time setting- cutting pressure adjustment- cutting speed - torch height- plasma height sensing unit - motion stability of the machine

4. Describe main menu operation

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- load program- from standard shape library- panel device- floppy disk

- run program- run select screen- run setup screen- run cut mode screen- run graphic trace screen- selection oxy or plasma cutting- program part number- program name- standard or altered values- start position- cut on and cut off key- kerf setting

- store program- panel device- floppy disk

- delete program- nc program memory

- utilities- display system data- display/edit/nest- directory support- setup and configuration- diagnostic support- setup/load/store

5. Describe cutting machine maintenance - rail cleaning- gear box oil level check

6. Describe all safety aspects in using flame cutting and plasma equipment and the safeoperation of using a shape cutting machine.

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet theobjective of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities.

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Equipment availability and model may also affect the learning activities. Suggestedlearning activities include :

1. Install cylinders and setup the plasma and oxy-fuel unit.

2. Program at least 5 different pieces from the library to specific dimensions.

3. Assign program numbers and names to programmed shapes .

4. Test run those 5 pieces using the functions, scale, mirror, rotation, kerf...

5. Cut at least 5 different pieces of different thickness with the flame cutting process.

6. Cut at least 3 different pieces using the plasma cutting process.

7. Edit name and program part number using program edit function.

8. Delete program from the program memory.

9. Set kerf adjustment according to tip size.

10. Purging and shut down of the cutting machine.

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MTF-1410 Air-Arc Cutting and Gouging

NOA Reference:

This material is not presently covered in the National Occupational Analysis but is part ofthe trade in Atlantic Canada.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- remove a weld from a joint using the AAC process.- cut metal using the AAC process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to remove a weld from a joint using the AAC process.- types of carbon electrodes - air pressure- electrode angles - safety- polarity

Practical :

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet theobjective of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are provided assuggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities.Equipment availability and model may also affect the learning activities. Suggestedlearning activities include :

1. Remove a weld from a joint.

2. Gouge to sound metal a single v-groove from back side.

3. Cut metal using the AAC process.

MTF-1415 Submerged Arc Weld Setup

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NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course the apprentice will be able to describe the setupof equipment for welding carbon steel plate of various thicknesses using the SAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to weld carbon steel plate of various thicknesses using the SAW process.- deposition rates - travel speeds - deep penetration - welding position - fluxes - starting methods - faults encountered

Practical :

This course is theory only.

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