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FAB2160 Custom Fabrication

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

Description
Students work independently, or in a cooperative learning environment, to plan and construct a product/structure that meets a specific client’s needs.
Prerequisite
FAB1010: Fabrication Tools & Materials
Parameters
Access to fabrication facilities and equipment and to instruction from an individual with trade qualifications if students are involved in customer work related to welding and other trade-related activities.
Supporting courses
FAB1160: Production Systems

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 demonstrate appropriate communicating and planning skills

    • 1.1 list the steps to follow in determining a customer’s needs

    • 1.2 identify the product/structure specifications through consultation with the customer

    • 1.3 create a suitable design, time line and budget by working collaboratively with the customer

    • 1.4 explain to the customer any need to make changes

    • 1.5 complete change orders the customer sees as necessary

    • 1.6 complete a customer satisfaction follow-up

    • 1.7 explain whether any specialized equipment will be needed to complete the task

    • 1.8 describe any unique finishing and installation requirements

    • 1.9 describe the advantages and disadvantages of custom production

  • 2 demonstrate effective resource management skills and practices

    • 2.1 identify and describe key management elements such as:

      • 2.1.1 organizing

      • 2.1.2 designing

      • 2.1.3 producing

      • 2.1.4 controlling

    • 2.2 explain the need to:

      • 2.2.1 identify group and individual responsibilities

      • 2.2.2 identify and capitalize on individual strengths

      • 2.2.3 participate in group as well as self-evaluative processes

      • 2.2.4 develop strategies for positive criticism

    • 2.3 explain a method to gain new leads

    • 2.4 research ways to determine customer satisfaction

  • 3 demonstrate custom fabrication competencies

    • 3.1 describe the advantages and disadvantages of custom production

    • 3.2 identify the types and properties of the materials to be used

    • 3.3 evaluate the need to construct special jigs or fixtures

    • 3.4 complete responsibilities to:

      • 3.4.1 break out materials according to a prearranged plan

      • 3.4.2 process materials with a minimum number of set-ups

      • 3.4.3 assemble, finish and prepare the product/structure for delivery or installation

    • 3.5 identify future service requirements

  • 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.