FAB3010 Materials Testing

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

Description: Students are introduced to the principles of materials testing and to the development and evaluation of a mechanical materials test.
Prerequisite: FAB1010: Fabrication Tools & Materials
Parameters: Access to common hand and power assisted tools and to instruction from an individual with specialized training in materials testing.
Supporting courses: FAB1100: Fabrication Principles DES1020: The Design Process

Outcomes The student will:

1 describe the purpose and nature of materials testing
- 1.1 identify and describe common methods of testing materials; e.g., non-destructive, destructive
- 1.2 explain how test results are recorded and communicate a plan showing how to anticipate the results of a test
- 1.3 identify common hazards associated with the use of a specific tool, material and/or process
- 1.4 identify and correct potential hazards within the working environment
- 1.5 describe a safety plan in case of an accident
2 apply testing principles to construct or use a piece of materials testing apparatus
- 2.1 design a piece of testing apparatus or test procedure
- 2.2 create safety controls
- 2.3 construct testing devices
- 2.4 identify type of test, calibration and data recovery
- 2.5 prepare the materials, as required
3 test and compare the properties of common materials used in construction and fabrication
- 3.1 conduct a given test on a variety of materials and record the test results
- 3.2 analyze an existing piece of test equipment and describe its:
  - 3.2.1 purpose
  - 3.2.2 operation
  - 3.2.3 method of calibration and data recovery
- 3.3 compare the data obtained from the materials tested to anticipated results
- 3.4 explain the reliability of the testing procedure
- 3.5 identify the advantages/disadvantages of the test being carried out
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 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
- 5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
- 5.2 identify steps to achieve goals