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Metal Fabrication App 2b (Fab)
Metal Fabrication App 2b (Fab)
Module
National Code
State Code
85317
85317
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
144
Description
To provide apprentices with an understanding of the
Theoretical Principles of Trade Drawing, Trade
Calculations, Fabrication Techniques, Gas Metal Arc
Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of mild steel.
To supplement employer provided practical skills
development in fabrication and welding.
Theoretical Principles of Trade Drawing, Trade
Calculations, Fabrication Techniques, Gas Metal Arc
Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of mild steel.
To supplement employer provided practical skills
development in fabrication and welding.
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Evidence Guide
Examination 100% Internal Practical
Assessment 100%
Day Release
End of semester examinations in Fabrication, Drawing
and Welding modules.
Correspondence
9 assignments and examination plus attendance at Intensive Training Course.
Metal Fabrication 2B Suggested
Hours
Fabrication Module F11 (Jigs & Fixtures) 14 Fabrication Module
F12 (Tubular Frames) 28 Fabrication Module F13 (Special
Layout) 8 Drawing Module D7 (Development
Transitions) 22 Welding Module W6 (Metallurgy
Basic) 10 Welding Module W8 (GMAW Vert
Tech) 34 Welding Module W11 (GTAW
Basic) 20
Stage 2B Assessment/Tutorials 8
Examinations
Fabrication (inc Modules F11, F12, F13) 1 hour objective examination
Drawing (Module D7)
1 hour drawing examination 50%
1 hour drawing folio 50%
Welding (inc Modules W6, W8, W11)
1 hour objective examination
Practical Assessment
Average percentage by continuous assessment of all
workshop components.
Certificate of Trade Studies (CTS)
To be eligible for the CTS an apprentice must obtain
a pass standard in the CTS percentage for each
stage.
The following formula is used to determine the CTS percent.
CTS % = 0.35 (Fabrication Theory) + 0.2 (Drawing)
+ 0.45 (Welding Theory).
Assessment 100%
Day Release
End of semester examinations in Fabrication, Drawing
and Welding modules.
Correspondence
9 assignments and examination plus attendance at Intensive Training Course.
Metal Fabrication 2B Suggested
Hours
Fabrication Module F11 (Jigs & Fixtures) 14 Fabrication Module
F12 (Tubular Frames) 28 Fabrication Module F13 (Special
Layout) 8 Drawing Module D7 (Development
Transitions) 22 Welding Module W6 (Metallurgy
Basic) 10 Welding Module W8 (GMAW Vert
Tech) 34 Welding Module W11 (GTAW
Basic) 20
Stage 2B Assessment/Tutorials 8
Examinations
Fabrication (inc Modules F11, F12, F13) 1 hour objective examination
Drawing (Module D7)
1 hour drawing examination 50%
1 hour drawing folio 50%
Welding (inc Modules W6, W8, W11)
1 hour objective examination
Practical Assessment
Average percentage by continuous assessment of all
workshop components.
Certificate of Trade Studies (CTS)
To be eligible for the CTS an apprentice must obtain
a pass standard in the CTS percentage for each
stage.
The following formula is used to determine the CTS percent.
CTS % = 0.35 (Fabrication Theory) + 0.2 (Drawing)
+ 0.45 (Welding Theory).
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2826 | Metal Fabrication | Accredited course |