MFGT 11 — Introduction to Manufacturing
This course is an aggregate of techniques that explore graphic interpretation, technical sketching, reading pictorial drawings and dimension systems. Course instruction will include studies in basic electrical codes, electrical circuit wiring, electrical troubleshooting and repairs. This course will highlight a combination of basic gas and arc welding techniques. Class activities include safety procedures needed to work in school and industrial shops, oxyacetylene welding of steel sheet and pipe in various positions, brazing, flame cutting, shielded metal arc welding (stick) and gas metal arc welding (MIG) of various joint designs with a variety of electrode types in flat and horizontal positions. There will also be a brief intro into flux cored arc welding and gas tungsten arc welding (TIG). This course will explore basic shop practices, hand tools, measurement systems, material selection and testing, cutoff machines, basic lathe and milling machine operation and introduction to CNC turning and milling. Tools and lab supplies will be provided; however, students will be responsible for supplying all safety gear and appropriate shop attire.
Part of
- Machine Tool Technology, Associate in Science
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing 1, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic, Associate in Science
- Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic, Certificate of Achievement
- Welder, Certificate of Achievement
- Welding Technology, Associate in Science