Central Texas College
Class Syllabus: Spring Term I 2016
Fort Riley, KS
www.ctcd.edu
Course Number: WLDG 1313
Day/Time: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Instructor: Mr. Kevin Corder
Course Title: Intro to Blueprint Reading for Welder
Credit Hours: 3
Contact: 785-380-6248
E-Mail: kevin.corder@ctcd.edu
Textbook(S): Welding Print Reading
Author(S): John R. Walker
W. Richard Polanin
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Edition: 6
ISBN: 978-1-60525-911-6
Publisher: Goodheart-Willcox
Catalog Description:
Upon successful completion of this course, Intro to Blueprint Reading for Welders.
Course Objectives:
A. Define terms and abbreviations.
B. Identify and explain object views, lines, and dimensions.
C. Identify, explain, and interpret weld symbols.
D. Identify structural shapes.
E. Demonstrate the proper use of measuring devices.
F. Read and interpret blueprints.
G Read welding detail drawings.
H. Calculate dimensions and material.
I. Name and explain the parts of a blueprint.
J. Explain how blueprints are used in industry and their importance
K. Explain how blueprint are made.
L. Name the types of blueprints.
M. Identify different types of blueprints and explain their use.
N. Identify structural metals and explain their use.
O. Draw blueprints (U.S. Customary and Metric).
P. Practice shop safety.
Q. Teach others to perform a task.
R. Perform math calculations.
S. Name and explain basic metal working processes.
T. Identify various welding processes and explain their uses.
U. Name and identify common types of welds and joints.
V. Explain the use of pipe prints.
W. Identify pipe prints.
X. Explain non-destructive and destructive test methods
Weekly Topic Outline:
Week One:
Saturday
Section 1 Introduction to Blueprint Reading assign Chapter 2-3 and test
Week Two:
Saturday Section 2 Print Reading Basics Chapter 4 -6 and test
Week Three:
Saturday Section 2 Print Reading Basics Chapter 7-9 and test
Week Four:
Saturday Section 3 Welding Fundamentals Chapter 10-13 and test
Week Five:
Saturday Section 4 Reading Welding Prints chapter 14-18 and test
Week Six:
Saturday
Section 4 Reading Welding Prints Chapter 19-22 and test
Week Seven:
Saturday
Section 5 Manufacturing and testing for Industry Chapters 23-24 and test
Week Eight:
Saturday
Review for Final and Final test Saturday
Grades %:
50% of your grade is calculated from the students’ Review at Chapter
40% of your grade is calculated from the students’ written examinations.
10% of your grade is calculated from the students’ attendance.
Description of Methods of Evaluation:
This syllabus is designed to inform you of the sequence in which this course will be presented.
Students will need to take and pass the appropriate tests to maintain a passing grade. You must attend
Class on the days and at the times specified in this syllabus (unless otherwise informed by the instructor).
Absences need to be discussed with instructor prior to absence unless it is an emergency situation. All
written assignments will be turned in as directed by the instructor. Late assignments will not be accepted!
You must do all learning activities and take exams as scheduled above. If for any reason you’re unable to be
present on the tests days it is your responsibility to discuss with the instructor a time to make up the test or
assignments missed. This course is occupationally related and serves as a preparation for a career in the
welding field.
If at any time you do not understand a reading assignment, module or lad work, ask your instructor for
assistance. Your instructor is here for you!