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MEC1170 Metal Forming & Finishing

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

Description
Students repair and re-form damaged metal panels.
Prerequisite
MEC1160: Structures & Materials
Parameters
Access to oxy-fuel welding equipment, basic autobody hand/power tools, basic metal refinishing material, resources and to instruction from an individual with formal specialized training.
Supporting courses
FAB1040: Oxyacetylene Welding

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 demonstrate safe work practices when metal forming and finishing and follow established laboratory procedures

    • 1.1 demonstrate safe practices in relation to:

      • 1.1.1 personal protective equipment/clothes

      • 1.1.2 use of impact tools, drills, grinders, cutters, sheet metal brake and shear

      • 1.1.3 safe use of oxyacetylene and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) equipment

      • 1.1.4 hazards of body fillers

  • 2 describe the effects of physical damage caused by distortion and corrosion on sheet metal components

    • 2.1 identify properties of:

      • 2.1.1 low carbon steels

      • 2.1.2 high strength steels

  • 3 apply metal forming and finishing skills to repair minor panel damage

    • 3.1 list tools and equipment available to shape and finish sheet metal

    • 3.2 identify the process required for specific types of metal shaping

    • 3.3 identify processes for metal working and repairing small dents using:

      • 3.3.1 pry bar

      • 3.3.2 pulling tools

      • 3.3.3 hammering techniques

    • 3.4 describe possible methods of small rust out repair

    • 3.5 describe the best method of small rust out repair

    • 3.6 identify various plastic filler materials available

    • 3.7 describe the suitable type of plastic fillers to be used

    • 3.8 complete a small rust out repair

    • 3.9 demonstrate how to:

      • 3.9.1 hammer and dolly metal panel to smooth contour

      • 3.9.2 pick, file and grind panel to desired finish

      • 3.9.3 prepare the surface for filler application

      • 3.9.4 apply plastic fillers and refinish

  • 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 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices

    • 5.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences

    • 5.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices

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