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Course Outline

Course Name: Welding (MLWT 110)

Academic Period: 2023 - 2024

Faculty:


Faculty Availability:

Associate Dean:
Michael Auchincloss
michael.auchincloss@humber.ca

Schedule Type Code:

Land Acknowledgement

Humber College is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. Known as Adoobiigok [A-doe-bee-goke], the “Place of the Alders” in Michi Saagiig [Mi-Chee Saw-Geeg] language, the region is uniquely situated along Humber River Watershed, which historically provided an integral connection for Anishinaabe [Ah-nish-nah-bay], Haudenosaunee [Hoeden-no-shownee], and Wendat [Wine-Dot] peoples between the Ontario Lakeshore and the Lake Simcoe/Georgian Bay regions. Now home to people of numerous nations, Adoobiigok continues to provide a vital source of interconnection for all.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber (Humber) are leaders in providing a learning, working and living environment that recognizes and values equity, diversity and inclusion in all its programs and services. Humber commits to reflect the diversity of the communities the College serves. Students, faculty, support and administrative staff feel a sense of belonging and have opportunities to be their authentic selves.

Faculty or Department Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology
Program(s)
Mechanical Techniques - Millwright (04991)
Course Name: Welding (MLWT 110)
Pre-Requisites none
Co-Requisites none
Pre-Requisites for none
Equates none
Restrictions none
Credit Value 3
Total Course Hours 56
Developed By: Prepared By: Approved by:
Dave D'Alessandro Dave D'Alessandro, Red Seal Certified Michael Auchincloss

Humber Learning Outcomes (HLOs) in this course.

The HLOs are a cross-institutional learning outcomes strategy aimed at equipping Humber graduates with the employability skills, mindsets, and values they need to succeed in the future of work. To explore all the HLOs, please consult the Humber Learning Outcomes framework.

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  • A white beaver appearing in a purple circleSystems Thinking
  • A white turtle appearing in an orange circleIndigenous Ways of Being Knowing and Doing (IWBKD)
  • A white canoe rowing into a red circleCritical Thinking
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  • A white sun spinning into an orange circleInnovation
  • A white soaring eagle flying into the centre of a blue circleProfessionalism

Course Description

This course is an introduction to personal protective equipment for oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding. Students learn to set up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld and cut safely to all specifications. The course is delivered in a lab/lecture format.

Course Rationale

Welding & cutting various materials is an integral part of repairs & maintenance in industrial applications

Program Outcomes Emphasized in this Course

Mechanical Techniques - Millwright (04991)

  1. Complete all work in compliance with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
  2. Contribute to the application of quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
  3. Comply with current health and safety legislation, as well as organizational practices and procedures.
  4. Support sustainability* best practices in workplaces.
  5. Use current and emerging technologies* to support the implementation of mechanical and manufacturing projects.
  6. Troubleshoot and solve standard mechanical problems by applying mathematics and fundamentals of mechanics.
  7. Contribute to the interpretation and preparation of mechanical drawings and other related technical documents.
  8. Perform routine technical measurements accurately using appropriate instruments and equipment.
  9. Assist in manufacturing, assembling, maintaining and repairing mechanical components according to required specifications.
  10. Select, use and maintain machinery, tools and equipment for the installation, manufacturing and repair of basic mechanical components.

Accreditation Standards

Students will have completed all first year (433A) apprenticeship curriculum when they receive there Mechanical Millwright Techniques Certificate. 

Course Learning Method(s)

  • Case Based Learning
  • Work-integrated Learning
  • Lecture

Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)

Learning Outcome Learning Objectives Summative Assessments Formative Assessments
List and describe personal protective equipment, for oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding. Three classifications of burns, dangers of three types of light, eye and ear injuries, dangers of electricity, fumes and gases, lockout procedures, confined spaces.
  • Students’ knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications. The student will operate equipment safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
  • lab/shop projects
  • Assessment Details: Learners will produce a lab/project to be assessed to industry standards for oxy-acetylene cutting, arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding.

  • midterm exam
  • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

  • quizzes
  • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

  • Final comprehensive exam
  • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

    Describe the construction of oxygen, acetylene and other fuel gas cylinders, withdrawal rates and safe handling procedures, within with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
    • Students’ knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications. The student will operate equipment safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
    • Final comprehensive exam
    • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

    • lab/shop projects
    • Assessment Details: Learners will produce a lab/project to be assessed to industry standards for oxy-acetylene cutting, arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding.

    • midterm exam
    • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

    • quizzes
    • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

      Describe the safe set-up and disassembly of oxyacetylene and other oxyfuel equipment. Including valves/hoses, purging system, leak testing, selecting of proper tip size, system pressure. Procedure for lighting/adjusting flame type, and shutting down the equipment.
      • Students’ knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications. The student will operate equipment safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
      • assignment
      • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

      • Final comprehensive exam
      • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

      • lab/shop projects
      • Assessment Details: Learners will produce a lab/project to be assessed to industry standards for oxy-acetylene cutting, arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding.

      • midterm exam
      • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

      • quizzes
      • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

        Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
        • Fusion weld steel.
        • Brazing and silver brazing
        • Cutting plate and pipe.
        • Heating operations for assembly or removal of interference fit pans.
        • lab/shop projects
        • Assessment Details: Learners will produce a lab/project to be assessed to industry standards for oxy-acetylene cutting, arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding.

        • midterm exam
        • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

        • quizzes
        • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

          Define arc welding terms, the student will be able to perform oxy-gas welding, cutting, and arc welding safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
          • Arc welding
          • Oxy-gas welding
          • Oxy-gas cutting
          • Final comprehensive exam
          • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

          • midterm exam
          • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

          • quizzes
          • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

            Describe the basic principles of, welding processes, current and voltage relationship to weld shape, weld nomenclature.
            • Shielded metal arc welding process.
            • Alternating current welding machines.
            • Direct current welding machines.
            • Polarity and arc blow.
            • assignment
            • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

            • Final comprehensive exam
            • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

            • midterm exam
            • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

            • quizzes
            • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

              Identify /describe the use of arc welding electrodes. Effects of changing electrode angles & weave patterns.
              • Students will acquire the skills needed to, classify and identify different welding rods.
              • Problems involved for the beginner welder
              • Final comprehensive exam
              • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

              • lab/shop projects
              • Assessment Details: Learners will produce a lab/project to be assessed to industry standards for oxy-acetylene cutting, arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding.

              • quizzes
              • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

              • assignment
              • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

                Perform good weld quality, within proper operating parameters.
                • Wire speed and voltage
                • Properties of a good weld
                • Problems associated with distortion and its effects
                • Types of joints
                • Final comprehensive exam
                • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

                • lab/shop projects
                • Assessment Details: Learners will produce a lab/project to be assessed to industry standards for oxy-acetylene cutting, arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding.

                • quizzes
                • Assessment Details: Learners will have final theory exam on their knowledge of various topics and use of PPE, oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding.

                  Assessment Weighting

                  Assessment Weight
                  Final Exam
                      Final comprehensive exam 20%
                  Midterm Exam
                      midterm exam 10%
                  Quiz
                      quizzes 10%
                  In-class Activity
                      assignment 10%
                      lab/shop projects 50%
                  Total 100%

                  Modules of Study

                  Module Course Learning Outcomes Resources Assessments
                  Introduction to safe work practices Safety Continued;
                  • List and describe personal protective equipment, for oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding. Three classifications of burns, dangers of three types of light, eye and ear injuries, dangers of electricity, fumes and gases, lockout procedures, confined spaces.
                  • Describe the construction of oxygen, acetylene and other fuel gas cylinders, withdrawal rates and safe handling procedures, within with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
                  • Describe the safe set-up and disassembly of oxyacetylene and other oxyfuel equipment. Including valves/hoses, purging system, leak testing, selecting of proper tip size, system pressure. Procedure for lighting/adjusting flame type, and shutting down the equipment.
                  • Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
                  • Define arc welding terms, the student will be able to perform oxy-gas welding, cutting, and arc welding safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.

                  Resorces (theory handouts) will be supplied by instructor and will be available online. Some tools and equipment will be supplied by Humber.

                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Midterm exam
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects
                  Construction and operation;
                  • Describe the construction of oxygen, acetylene and other fuel gas cylinders, withdrawal rates and safe handling procedures, within with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
                  • Describe the safe set-up and disassembly of oxyacetylene and other oxyfuel equipment. Including valves/hoses, purging system, leak testing, selecting of proper tip size, system pressure. Procedure for lighting/adjusting flame type, and shutting down the equipment.
                  • Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
                  • Define arc welding terms, the student will be able to perform oxy-gas welding, cutting, and arc welding safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
                  • Describe the basic principles of, welding processes, current and voltage relationship to weld shape, weld nomenclature.
                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Midterm exam
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects
                  Assembling and disassembling oxy-acetylene cutting & welding equipment.
                  • List and describe personal protective equipment, for oxy-gas welding and cutting and arc welding. Three classifications of burns, dangers of three types of light, eye and ear injuries, dangers of electricity, fumes and gases, lockout procedures, confined spaces.
                  • Describe the construction of oxygen, acetylene and other fuel gas cylinders, withdrawal rates and safe handling procedures, within with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
                  • Describe the safe set-up and disassembly of oxyacetylene and other oxyfuel equipment. Including valves/hoses, purging system, leak testing, selecting of proper tip size, system pressure. Procedure for lighting/adjusting flame type, and shutting down the equipment.
                  • Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
                  • Define arc welding terms, the student will be able to perform oxy-gas welding, cutting, and arc welding safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
                  • Describe the basic principles of, welding processes, current and voltage relationship to weld shape, weld nomenclature.
                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Midterm exam
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects
                  SMAW theory and applications. Transformers & rectifiers.
                  • Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
                  • Define arc welding terms, the student will be able to perform oxy-gas welding, cutting, and arc welding safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
                  • Identify /describe the use of arc welding electrodes. Effects of changing electrode angles & weave patterns.

                  Midterm exams are in week 7 or 9 of the course. 

                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Midterm exam
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects
                  Equipment set up and troubleshooting settings
                  • Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
                  • Describe the basic principles of, welding processes, current and voltage relationship to weld shape, weld nomenclature.
                  • Identify /describe the use of arc welding electrodes. Effects of changing electrode angles & weave patterns.

                  Midterm exams are in week 7 or 9 of the course. 

                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Midterm exam
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects
                  Discuss the methods of striking an arc and electrode storage & flux coatings characteristics.
                  • Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
                  • Define arc welding terms, the student will be able to perform oxy-gas welding, cutting, and arc welding safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
                  • Describe the basic principles of, welding processes, current and voltage relationship to weld shape, weld nomenclature.
                  • Identify /describe the use of arc welding electrodes. Effects of changing electrode angles & weave patterns.
                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects
                  GMAW theory and applications. Shielding gasses .
                  • Select the proper equipment and demonstrate, abilities to perform different welding operations.
                  • Define arc welding terms, the student will be able to perform oxy-gas welding, cutting, and arc welding safely with proper understanding in the use of PPE.
                  • Describe the basic principles of, welding processes, current and voltage relationship to weld shape, weld nomenclature.
                  • Identify /describe the use of arc welding electrodes. Effects of changing electrode angles & weave patterns.
                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects
                  Factors that determine good weld quality.
                  • Describe the basic principles of, welding processes, current and voltage relationship to weld shape, weld nomenclature.
                  • Identify /describe the use of arc welding electrodes. Effects of changing electrode angles & weave patterns.
                  • Perform good weld quality, within proper operating parameters.

                  Final exam is usually on your last day of theory class.  

                  • Assignment
                  • Quizzes
                  • Final comprehensive exam
                  • Lab/shop projects

                  Resource(s):

                  Course material costs can be found through the Humber Bookstore.

                  Additional Tools and Equipment

                  • Gas cutting goggles(optional)
                  • Safety footwear
                  • Welding Jacket
                  • Welding Helmet
                  • Welding Gloves
                  • Safety Glasses
                  • Cotton apparel. e.g. pants or jeans and shirt.

                  Essential Skills

                  Section Skills Measurement Details
                  Communication
                  • Reading
                  • Speaking
                  • Listening
                  • Visual Literacy
                  Reinforce and measure
                  • The students / learners are introduced to PPE(personal protective equipment) in the welding and oxy-gas torch cutting labs. The development of the student's knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications.
                  • Quizzes Assignments Midterm Final Comprehensive Test Lab Assignments and Participation
                  Numeracy
                  • Understanding and applying mathematical concepts and reasoning
                  • Analyzing and using numerical data
                  • Conceptualizing
                  Reinforce and measure
                  • The students / learners are introduced to PPE(personal protective equipment) in the welding and oxy-gas torch cutting labs. The development of the student's knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications.
                  • Quizzes Assignments Midterm Final Comprehensive Test Lab Assignments and Participation
                  Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
                  • Analysing
                  • Evaluating
                  • Decision-Making
                  • Creative and Innovative Thinking
                  Reinforce and measure
                  • The students / learners are introduced to PPE(personal protective equipment) in the welding and oxy-gas torch cutting labs. The development of the student's knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications.
                  • Quizzes Assignments Midterm Final Comprehensive Test Lab Assignments and Participation
                  Interpersonal Skills
                  • Teamwork
                  • Leadership
                  Reinforce and measure
                  • The students / learners are introduced to PPE(personal protective equipment) in the welding and oxy-gas torch cutting labs. The development of the student's knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications.
                  • Quizzes Assignments Midterm Final Comprehensive Test Lab Assignments and Participation
                  Personal Skills
                  • Managing self
                  • Managing change and being flexible and adaptable
                  • Engaging in reflective practice
                  • Demonstrating personal responsibility
                  Reinforce and measure
                  • The students / learners are introduced to PPE(personal protective equipment) in the welding and oxy-gas torch cutting labs. The development of the student's knowledge and ability to set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, solder and cut safely, and to specifications.
                  • Quizzes Assignments Midterm Final Comprehensive Test Lab Assignments and Participation

                  Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

                  Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is the formal evaluation and credit-granting process whereby candidates may obtain credits for prior learning. Prior learning includes the knowledge competencies and skills acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside of post-secondary education. Candidates may have their knowledge, skills and competencies evaluated against the learning outcomes as defined in the course outline. Please review the Assessment Methods Glossary for more information on the Learning Portfolio assessment methods identified below.

                  The method(s) that are used to assess prior learning for this course may include:

                  • Learning Portfolio (results reflected as SAT and not added to student’s CGPA)
                  • Interview
                  • Other

                  Please contact the Program Coordinator for more details.

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