FAB2030 Oxyfuel Welding
Intermediate · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation
- Description
- Students develop basic skills in the safe and efficient use of oxyfuel equipment and supplies to braze and fusion weld.
- Prerequisite
- FAB1040: Oxyacetylene Welding
- Parameters
- Access to a fabrication work centre, complete with oxyfuel welding equipment and supplies, and to instruction from an individual with formal, specialized training in oxyfuel welding practices.
Outcomes The student will:
1 describe the essential differences between braze welding and fusion welding
1.1 describe the differences between braze welding and fusion welding
1.2 list the advantages and disadvantages of braze welding
1.3 demonstrate basic fusion welding skills in the flat, vertical and horizontal positions
2 demonstrate basic braze welding competencies
2.1 describe health and safety issues such as:
2.1.1 using the appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing
2.1.2 keeping the welding area free of combustible materials
2.1.3 ensuring adequate ventilation, particularly when braze welding
2.1.4 returning and storing all consumables, as directed
2.1.5 locating appropriate fire extinguishers in the event of a fire
2.2 describe the appropriate clearance allowed between parts of a braze weldment
2.3 demonstrate basic skills in braze welding in the flat and horizontal positions
3 demonstrate basic oxyfuel weld competencies in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions
3.1 describe the appropriate moving, storing and set-up procedures
3.2 identify local codes and restrictions related to the use and storage of oxygen and acetylene cylinders
3.3 describe the alternative gases available for heating; their comparative temperatures and applications such as MAPP and propane
3.4 select the correct filler rod and tip size for a given application
3.5 set working gas pressures to match the tip size
3.6 prepare a destructive and non-destructive weld assessment
3.7 research applications of oxyfuel welding
4 demonstrate basic competencies
4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
4.1.1 communicate
4.1.2 manage information
4.1.3 use numbers
4.1.4 think and solve problems
4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
4.2.2 be responsible
4.2.3 be adaptable
4.2.4 learn continuously
4.2.5 work safely
4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
4.3.1 work with others
4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
5 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
5.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
5.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities
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