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FAB2110 Forging Fundamentals

Intermediate · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description
Students determine the effects of heating and striking metal to change its shape and internal structure, using forging techniques.
Prerequisite
FAB1110: Bar & Tubular Fabrication
Parameters
Access to a fabrication work centre, complete with heating and forging equipment, and to instruction from an individual with specialized training in forging practices.
Supporting courses
FAB1100: Fabrication Principles

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 take preventive measures to avoid accidents and personal injury to self and others by identifying health and safety hazards associated with metal forging

    • 1.1 identify the appropriate personal protective equipment used in forging

    • 1.2 describe the approved start-up and shut-down procedures for a given forge

    • 1.3 create a sequence of forging operations by analyzing an existing forged part or shop drawing

  • 2 identify and describe the basic tools and processes used in forging

    • 2.1 identify common and machine parts that are made by forging

    • 2.2 identify and describe the types of hand tools that are used in forging

    • 2.3 describe the use of:

      • 2.3.1 hammers

      • 2.3.2 tongs

      • 2.3.3 sets

      • 2.3.4 fullers

      • 2.3.5 punches

      • 2.3.6 swages

    • 2.4 describe the parts of a solid fuel or gas-fired forge

    • 2.5 explain how temperatures are controlled

    • 2.6 describe the chemical reactions that take place between the heating elements and the work piece

    • 2.7 describe how the combination of heating and quenching can be used to control the shaping of the metal

    • 2.8 describe the processes of hardening, tempering, annealing and normalizing related to forging

    • 2.9 compare the process of drop forging with those of conventional forging techniques

  • 3 demonstrate basic metal forging skills and practices

    • 3.1 compare the grain structure of a part shaped by forging with one shaped by casting or machining

    • 3.2 observe and note the processes of:

      • 3.2.1 tapering

      • 3.2.2 drawing out

      • 3.2.3 bending

      • 3.2.4 twisting

      • 3.2.5 upsetting

    • 3.3 demonstrate basic forging skills using a variety of forging tools

  • 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

Program of Studies 2009. Source document, © Alberta Education.