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Level 1
Course details
Computer Applications
COMP1723
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Conestoga 101
CON0101
- Hours: 1
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Engineering Drawing Interpretation
DRWG1497
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles and concepts of technical drawings. Emphasis will be placed on basic drafting in orthographic projections, sections, dimensioning and tolerancing, notes, specifications, and welding symbols to prepare the student for the interpretation of welded fabrication engineering drawings.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Technical Mathematics I
MATH1445
This course is an applications oriented mathematics course in which the student utilizes basic mathematical operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions. In addition, students will use both the imperial and System International when solving problems in linear measurement, area, volume and mass. This course is designed to develop a proficiency in mathematics necessary for subsequent courses in Metal Fabrication and Welding Technology.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Theory I
WELD1360
This theoretical course will begin with an introduction to welding, health and safety issues, welding history and applications. The next topics will introduce the principles and applications of the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process and gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process fundamentals.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
WELD1645
This course will develop basic welding skills with the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process, commonly referred to as stick welding. Techniques will be developed for producing fillet welds in all welding positions while groove welds will be produced in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions with a variety of electrode types.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Semi-Automatic Welding I
WELD1655
This course will develop basic welding skills with the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process (commonly referred to as MIG welding). Techniques will be developed for producing fillet welds in all welding positions while groove welds will be produced in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Thermal Cutting and Brazing
WELD1660
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 2
Course details
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
CAD for Fabrication Technology
DRWG1855
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1497
- CoRequisites:
Technical Mathematics II
MATH1635
This course is a follow-up to Technical Mathematics I, furthering the student’s mathematical skills utilizing algebra, functional notation, graphical representation, and trigonometric functions. The course is designed to enhance problem-solving skills.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: MATH1445
- CoRequisites:
Welding Processes Theory II
WELD1670
This theoretical course will introduce the principles and applications of the major welding processes, including gas metal arc welding (GMAW), metal cored arc welding (MCAW), flux cored arc welding (FCAW) as well as the gas tungsten arc welding process (GTAW). In addition, the student will be introduced to the basic filler metals and shielding gases used with these major welding processes.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1360
- CoRequisites:
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
WELD1680
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1645
- CoRequisites:
Semi-Automatic Welding II
WELD1695
This course will further develop Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) skills and introduce the Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Metal Cored Arc Welding (MCAW) processes. Students will have additional practice making fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions. Welding qualification tests will be practiced on groove weld assemblies with backing bars, followed by bend testing to assess quality.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1655
- CoRequisites:
Welding Quality and Inspection
WELD1700
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
WELD1715
This course will develop basic welding skills with the GTAW process, commonly referred to as TIG welding. Techniques will be developed for producing fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions on both mild steel and aluminum materials.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Introduction to Metal Fabrication
WELD1950
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1497
- CoRequisites:
Level 3
Course details
Technical Math III
MATH2285
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: MATH1635
- CoRequisites:
Robotic Fundamentals
ROBO2060
This course will introduce industrial robots, how they work and their applications. Robot operation and communication with peripheral equipment will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on effective operation of teach pendants to safely test-run existing programs and to efficiently jog the robot to desired positions to correct existing robot paths.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Codes And Standards
WELD2155
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1700
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Applications I
WELD2235
- Hours: 84
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1670
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Technology I
WELD2250
This course is designed to further enhance the students’ knowledge of welding processes as taught in Welding Processes Technology I and II. The major areas of study will include: Arc Welding Power Sources, Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Cored Arc Welding.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1670
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 4
Course details
Robotic Programming
ROBO2040
This course will develop basic robotic programming skills with a variety of robotic systems. Selection of jog system, positional teaching, specifying appropriate motion type and velocity, input/output commands, jumps, labels and counters will be studied for effective robot programming strategies. Safe operation and test running of programs will be emphasized.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Visual Weld Inspection Applications
WELD2020
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2155
- CoRequisites:
Welding Mechanics
WELD2115
This course introduces the study of statics, the mechanics of solids, and the properties of sections. Topics such as forces, vectors and resultants, moments of forces and couples, equations of equilibrium, free-body diagrams, two-force members, coplanar concurrent, parallel and non-concurrent force systems, structures and members. Elementary mechanics of materials topics such as stress, strain, Hooke’s Law, Young’s Modulus of Elasticity, Centroids, Moment of Inertia, beam bending and stress will be covered. Fundamental concepts in the allowable strength of welded connections will also be introduced.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: MATH2285
- CoRequisites:
Welding Metallurgy I
WELD2175
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
NDE Fundamentals
WELD2185
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Circuits and Controls
WELD2225
This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of the basic principles and laws of electricity and the measurement of electrical quantities as required safely working with and understanding the operation of welding equipment and processes. The student will become familiar with industrial electrical power systems, the conversion of electrical power for welding, the measurement of electrical quantities, control interfacing between power sources, wire-feeders, and ancillary equipment, and the troubleshooting of welding circuits. A primary focus of this course will be the development of safe work practices in the welding lab for the purpose of process measurement and troubleshooting, not welding machine repair or installation wiring.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Applications II
WELD2245
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2235
- CoRequisites:
Welding Processes Technology II
WELD2260
This course is designed to further enhance the students’ knowledge of welding processes as taught in Welding Processes Technology I, II and III. The major areas of study will include: Submerged Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Plasma Arc Welding, Plasma Cutting, Plasma Gouging and Resistance Welding. Other related welding processes such as Stud Welding and Laser Beam Welding will also be studied.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2250
- CoRequisites:
Level 5
Course details
Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
CNTR3090
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Manufacturing Processes
MANU3050
This course will examine all production processes to effectively plan product manufacturing. Process planning and costing for manufacturing methods including cutting, stamping, machining, casting, assembly and coating will be studied. Knowledge of these processes will be used to effectively plan for manufacturing including sequence, resources, equipment and facilities required.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Robotic Welding Programming
ROBO3040
This course will continue to develop robotic programming skills with emphasis on MIG and spot welding applications. Lab practice will optimize weld quality and cycle time for a variety of thin and thick-gauge applications. Advanced features and functions including tool centre point calibration, seam find and tracking, and multi-pass applications will be studied.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: ROBO2040
- CoRequisites:
Welding Design I
WELD3070
The basics of welded structural design including allowable stress, limit state, and plastic design will be introduced. The student will learn to calculate the required size of welds using the allowable stress method and the selection of filler metals of various strength levels to match the requirements of weld design codes such as CSA W59. Special emphasis will be placed upon identifying issues with designs or welding discontinuities that can affect the integrity of welded structures with an introduction fracture mechanics. The issues around the ductile to brittle fracture transition of structural steels, brittle fracture, and the special requirements of fatigue-loaded structures will be discussed.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2115
- CoRequisites:
Welding Metallurgy II
WELD3085
- Hours: 70
- Credits: 5
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2175
- CoRequisites:
Technical Project I - A
WELD3170
Students must undertake a self directed technical project in their 3rd year of study. The purpose of this project is to expose the student to a typical project that would be undertaken by a Technologist in industry. Topics could include solving a manufacturing problem, developing a new welding procedure or evaluating the weldability of a unique material (or any other topic as mutually agreed to by the student and the faculty advisor). The purpose of this course is to research possible topics and to develop a comprehensive plan for implementation in Technical Project II. The student will develop experience in the processes of Project Management (planning phase) and additional skills in technical research.
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Technology III
WELD3180
This course will include a review of advances in conventional welding processes including arc and resistance welding methods. Application of new consumables, power sources and equipment will be studied. Another component in this course will include a presentation project for a non-conventional welding process such as laser, ultrasonic or explosion welding for joining and non-joining applications.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2260
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 6
Course details
CAD/CAM Applications
DRWG3100
This course will continue to develop CAD skills and use thermal cutting software to import and modify shape part drawing files then generating the plate nesting and cut code for downloading to the CNC thermal cutting table. Another CAD/CAM application to be reviewed will be transition joint and 3D software for generating templates or flat pattern developments automatically.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Operations Management
IENG3040
This course will introduce the student to the process of manufacturing and how manufacturing operations are planned and managed. Special emphasis will be placed upon the process of bringing new products to market and relating the involvement of welding technology to this task. Topics will include: the concept of “Value-Adding”, production strategies and processes, concurrent engineering, design for manufacturability, “lean manufacturing”, plant and work-cell layout, process flowcharting and operation analysis, labour force planning, total productive maintenance, and health and safety management. A major student project will be included that will develop skills in the process of technical project management through the use of a welding manufacturing case study.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Hydraulics And Pneumatics
IFME3045
In this course, students will gain familiarity with hydraulic components operation and applications, design of hydraulic circuits, pressure relief valves, single/double acting cylinder, restrictions, flow metering, pressure compensated flow control valves, hydraulic fluids, hydraulic fluids, hydraulic symbology, hydraulic power unit, directional control valves, and check valves. Also included are compressed air production and preparation, operation and application of pneumatic components, standard pneumatic symbology, pneumatic working elements, directional control valves, pressure and flow control valves, basic logic circuits, pneumatic timer and pressure sequence valve.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Quality Assurance Systems
QUAL3025
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Cost Effectiveness
WELD2010
This course develops the student's ability to recognize all factors that contribute to an overall welding cost, and to take an analytical approach to cost reduction. Welding cost estimating methods will be studied, (using spreadsheet software) as a tool in making accurate comparisons using the major production welding processes. After a review of the contributing factors to an overall welding cost the student will examine industrial examples in case study format, and take appropriate steps to reduce welding costs.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Automation And Tooling
WELD3090
The course will develop knowledge in a wide range of technologies applicable to welding automation. Sensors such as limit switches and proximity switches will be studied as will their integration with a weldment fixturing, clamping and transfer tooling. Students will learn to apply automation including torch manipulators and carriages, weldment positioners, dedicated and flexible automation with both robotic and non-robotic technologies. The student will be able to utilize various locating, clamping, indexing and tool guiding devices as used in jigs and fixtures for the successful design of fabrication, welding and inspection operations.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Technical Project II - B
WELD3165
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD3170
- CoRequisites:
Level 1
Course details
Computer Applications
COMP1723
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Conestoga 101
CON0101
- Hours: 1
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Engineering Drawing Interpretation
DRWG1497
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles and concepts of technical drawings. Emphasis will be placed on basic drafting in orthographic projections, sections, dimensioning and tolerancing, notes, specifications, and welding symbols to prepare the student for the interpretation of welded fabrication engineering drawings.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Technical Mathematics I
MATH1445
This course is an applications oriented mathematics course in which the student utilizes basic mathematical operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions. In addition, students will use both the imperial and System International when solving problems in linear measurement, area, volume and mass. This course is designed to develop a proficiency in mathematics necessary for subsequent courses in Metal Fabrication and Welding Technology.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Theory I
WELD1360
This theoretical course will begin with an introduction to welding, health and safety issues, welding history and applications. The next topics will introduce the principles and applications of the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process and gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process fundamentals.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Shielded Metal Arc Welding I
WELD1645
This course will develop basic welding skills with the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process, commonly referred to as stick welding. Techniques will be developed for producing fillet welds in all welding positions while groove welds will be produced in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions with a variety of electrode types.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Semi-Automatic Welding I
WELD1655
This course will develop basic welding skills with the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process (commonly referred to as MIG welding). Techniques will be developed for producing fillet welds in all welding positions while groove welds will be produced in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Thermal Cutting and Brazing
WELD1660
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 2
Course details
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
CAD for Fabrication Technology
DRWG1855
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1497
- CoRequisites:
Technical Mathematics II
MATH1635
This course is a follow-up to Technical Mathematics I, furthering the student’s mathematical skills utilizing algebra, functional notation, graphical representation, and trigonometric functions. The course is designed to enhance problem-solving skills.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: MATH1445
- CoRequisites:
Welding Processes Theory II
WELD1670
This theoretical course will introduce the principles and applications of the major welding processes, including gas metal arc welding (GMAW), metal cored arc welding (MCAW), flux cored arc welding (FCAW) as well as the gas tungsten arc welding process (GTAW). In addition, the student will be introduced to the basic filler metals and shielding gases used with these major welding processes.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1360
- CoRequisites:
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II
WELD1680
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1645
- CoRequisites:
Semi-Automatic Welding II
WELD1695
This course will further develop Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) skills and introduce the Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Metal Cored Arc Welding (MCAW) processes. Students will have additional practice making fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions. Welding qualification tests will be practiced on groove weld assemblies with backing bars, followed by bend testing to assess quality.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1655
- CoRequisites:
Welding Quality and Inspection
WELD1700
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
WELD1715
This course will develop basic welding skills with the GTAW process, commonly referred to as TIG welding. Techniques will be developed for producing fillet and groove welds in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions on both mild steel and aluminum materials.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Introduction to Metal Fabrication
WELD1950
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1497
- CoRequisites:
Level 3
Course details
Co-op and Career Preparation
CEPR1020
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Technical Math III
MATH2285
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: MATH1635
- CoRequisites:
Robotic Fundamentals
ROBO2060
This course will introduce industrial robots, how they work and their applications. Robot operation and communication with peripheral equipment will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on effective operation of teach pendants to safely test-run existing programs and to efficiently jog the robot to desired positions to correct existing robot paths.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Codes And Standards
WELD2155
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1700
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Applications I
WELD2235
- Hours: 84
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1670
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Technology I
WELD2250
This course is designed to further enhance the students’ knowledge of welding processes as taught in Welding Processes Technology I and II. The major areas of study will include: Arc Welding Power Sources, Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Cored Arc Welding.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD1670
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 4
Course details
Robotic Programming
ROBO2040
This course will develop basic robotic programming skills with a variety of robotic systems. Selection of jog system, positional teaching, specifying appropriate motion type and velocity, input/output commands, jumps, labels and counters will be studied for effective robot programming strategies. Safe operation and test running of programs will be emphasized.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Visual Weld Inspection Applications
WELD2020
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2155
- CoRequisites:
Welding Mechanics
WELD2115
This course introduces the study of statics, the mechanics of solids, and the properties of sections. Topics such as forces, vectors and resultants, moments of forces and couples, equations of equilibrium, free-body diagrams, two-force members, coplanar concurrent, parallel and non-concurrent force systems, structures and members. Elementary mechanics of materials topics such as stress, strain, Hooke’s Law, Young’s Modulus of Elasticity, Centroids, Moment of Inertia, beam bending and stress will be covered. Fundamental concepts in the allowable strength of welded connections will also be introduced.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: MATH2285
- CoRequisites:
Welding Metallurgy I
WELD2175
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
NDE Fundamentals
WELD2185
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Circuits and Controls
WELD2225
This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of the basic principles and laws of electricity and the measurement of electrical quantities as required safely working with and understanding the operation of welding equipment and processes. The student will become familiar with industrial electrical power systems, the conversion of electrical power for welding, the measurement of electrical quantities, control interfacing between power sources, wire-feeders, and ancillary equipment, and the troubleshooting of welding circuits. A primary focus of this course will be the development of safe work practices in the welding lab for the purpose of process measurement and troubleshooting, not welding machine repair or installation wiring.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Applications II
WELD2245
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2235
- CoRequisites:
Welding Processes Technology II
WELD2260
This course is designed to further enhance the students’ knowledge of welding processes as taught in Welding Processes Technology I, II and III. The major areas of study will include: Submerged Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Plasma Arc Welding, Plasma Cutting, Plasma Gouging and Resistance Welding. Other related welding processes such as Stud Welding and Laser Beam Welding will also be studied.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2250
- CoRequisites:
Level 5
Course details
Co-op Work Term I (MET Welding & Robotics)
COOP2480
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
- CoRequisites:
Level 6
Course details
Co-op Work Term II (MET Welding and Robotics)
COOP3280
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
- CoRequisites:
Level 7
Course details
Co-op Work Term III (MET Welding and Robotics)
COOP3290
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
- CoRequisites:
Level 8
Course details
Co-op Work Term IV (MET Welding and Robotics)
COOP3300
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
- CoRequisites:
Level 9
Course details
Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
CNTR3090
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Manufacturing Processes
MANU3050
This course will examine all production processes to effectively plan product manufacturing. Process planning and costing for manufacturing methods including cutting, stamping, machining, casting, assembly and coating will be studied. Knowledge of these processes will be used to effectively plan for manufacturing including sequence, resources, equipment and facilities required.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Robotic Welding Programming
ROBO3040
This course will continue to develop robotic programming skills with emphasis on MIG and spot welding applications. Lab practice will optimize weld quality and cycle time for a variety of thin and thick-gauge applications. Advanced features and functions including tool centre point calibration, seam find and tracking, and multi-pass applications will be studied.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: ROBO2040
- CoRequisites:
Welding Design I
WELD3070
The basics of welded structural design including allowable stress, limit state, and plastic design will be introduced. The student will learn to calculate the required size of welds using the allowable stress method and the selection of filler metals of various strength levels to match the requirements of weld design codes such as CSA W59. Special emphasis will be placed upon identifying issues with designs or welding discontinuities that can affect the integrity of welded structures with an introduction fracture mechanics. The issues around the ductile to brittle fracture transition of structural steels, brittle fracture, and the special requirements of fatigue-loaded structures will be discussed.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2115
- CoRequisites:
Welding Metallurgy II
WELD3085
- Hours: 70
- Credits: 5
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2175
- CoRequisites:
Technical Project I - A
WELD3170
Students must undertake a self directed technical project in their 3rd year of study. The purpose of this project is to expose the student to a typical project that would be undertaken by a Technologist in industry. Topics could include solving a manufacturing problem, developing a new welding procedure or evaluating the weldability of a unique material (or any other topic as mutually agreed to by the student and the faculty advisor). The purpose of this course is to research possible topics and to develop a comprehensive plan for implementation in Technical Project II. The student will develop experience in the processes of Project Management (planning phase) and additional skills in technical research.
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Welding Process Technology III
WELD3180
This course will include a review of advances in conventional welding processes including arc and resistance welding methods. Application of new consumables, power sources and equipment will be studied. Another component in this course will include a presentation project for a non-conventional welding process such as laser, ultrasonic or explosion welding for joining and non-joining applications.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: WELD2260
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 10
Course details
CAD/CAM Applications
DRWG3100
This course will continue to develop CAD skills and use thermal cutting software to import and modify shape part drawing files then generating the plate nesting and cut code for downloading to the CNC thermal cutting table. Another CAD/CAM application to be reviewed will be transition joint and 3D software for generating templates or flat pattern developments automatically.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
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Operations Management
IENG3040
This course will introduce the student to the process of manufacturing and how manufacturing operations are planned and managed. Special emphasis will be placed upon the process of bringing new products to market and relating the involvement of welding technology to this task. Topics will include: the concept of “Value-Adding”, production strategies and processes, concurrent engineering, design for manufacturability, “lean manufacturing”, plant and work-cell layout, process flowcharting and operation analysis, labour force planning, total productive maintenance, and health and safety management. A major student project will be included that will develop skills in the process of technical project management through the use of a welding manufacturing case study.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
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Hydraulics And Pneumatics
IFME3045
In this course, students will gain familiarity with hydraulic components operation and applications, design of hydraulic circuits, pressure relief valves, single/double acting cylinder, restrictions, flow metering, pressure compensated flow control valves, hydraulic fluids, hydraulic fluids, hydraulic symbology, hydraulic power unit, directional control valves, and check valves. Also included are compressed air production and preparation, operation and application of pneumatic components, standard pneumatic symbology, pneumatic working elements, directional control valves, pressure and flow control valves, basic logic circuits, pneumatic timer and pressure sequence valve.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
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Quality Assurance Systems
QUAL3025
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
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Welding Cost Effectiveness
WELD2010
This course develops the student's ability to recognize all factors that contribute to an overall welding cost, and to take an analytical approach to cost reduction. Welding cost estimating methods will be studied, (using spreadsheet software) as a tool in making accurate comparisons using the major production welding processes. After a review of the contributing factors to an overall welding cost the student will examine industrial examples in case study format, and take appropriate steps to reduce welding costs.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
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Welding Automation And Tooling
WELD3090
The course will develop knowledge in a wide range of technologies applicable to welding automation. Sensors such as limit switches and proximity switches will be studied as will their integration with a weldment fixturing, clamping and transfer tooling. Students will learn to apply automation including torch manipulators and carriages, weldment positioners, dedicated and flexible automation with both robotic and non-robotic technologies. The student will be able to utilize various locating, clamping, indexing and tool guiding devices as used in jigs and fixtures for the successful design of fabrication, welding and inspection operations.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
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Technical Project II - B
WELD3165
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: WELD3170
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Program outcomes
- Analyze and solve complex technical problems related to manufacturing environments through the application of engineering principles
- Design and analyze components, processes and systems through the application of engineering principles and practices
- Analyze and prepare graphics and other technical documents to appropriate engineering standards
- Use computer hardware and software to support the engineering environment
- Assist in the specification of manufacturing operations and processes
- Apply knowledge of machinery, tools, and other equipment used in manufacturing and assembling components
- Specify, coordinate, and conduct quality control and quality assurance procedures
- Recognize the environmental, economic, legal, safety and ethical implications of manufacturing projects
- Use and maintain documentation, inventory, and records systems
- Participate in the management of a manufacturing project
- Develop strategies and plans to improve job performance and work relationships
- Select, assess, and test (using analytical, destructive, and non-destructive inspection techniques) materials, structures, and weld joints to assure compliance with physical and metallurgical requirements.
- Select, develop specifications for and program robotic and automated welding and joining systems.