Course Description
This course introduces the student to advanced manufacturing and construction processes utilized by the metal industry. The technologies explored will include machining, foundry, welding, soldering, sheet metal, forging and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machinery. The environmental impact of the metals industry on society will be researched. Manufacturing and Construction in Metal Technology II will include advanced research and testing of metals as well as production of raw materials into finished products. Laboratory experiences will include small group production activities. Individual and industrial safety will be emphasized, concluding with a required laboratory safety improvement project.
Core Curriculum Content Standards
Sci & Tech - Technology and Engineering Education (2009-2012)
Abilities for a Technological World
GRADE 7
- Select and safely use appropriate tools, products and systems for specific tasks.(3.4.7.D2)
GRADE 8
- Operate and maintain systems in order to achieve a given purpose.(3.4.8.D2)
GRADE 10
- Refine a design by using prototypes and modeling to ensure quality, efficiency, and productivity of a final product.(3.4.10.D1)
Units
Unit #1 - Metal I Review
Unit #2 - Safety Practices
Unit #3 - Metal Casting Techniques
Unit #4 - Wrought Metal
Unit #5 - Forging
Unit #6 - Heat Treatment of Metals
Unit #7 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Unit #8 - Metal Finishes
Unit #9 - Grinding
Unit #10 - Drills and Drilling Machines
Unit #11 - Sawing and Cutoff Machines
Unit #12 - Metal Lathe
