Module Details

Module Code: MECH6019
Title: Welding Technology
Long Title: Welding Technology
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5211 - Mechanical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 7 programme(s)
Module Description: The aim of this module is to provide the student with the practical skills for basic welding, using various processes such as Manual Metal Arc, TAGS and MAGS, and with the theoretical knowledge in the related areas.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply the required safety precautions and regulations when setting up and using welding processes.
LO2 Explain welding process capabilities, with regard to the welding of various metals.
LO3 Outline quality control and inspection procedures for welded joints.
LO4 Describe the effects of welding with regard to residual stresses and mechanical properties.
LO5 Produce welds on carbon steel and stainless steel, using the MMA, MAGS and TAGS welding processes.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Safety
Safety precautions and regulations necessary when storing and handling welding equipment.
Description of welding processes/definitions of fusion/non-fusion joints
The functions and principles of the various processes, use of fluxes, atmospheric protection, types of power sources, selection of consumables, and comparisons with other forms of joining.
Effects of welding on metals
Distortion and residual stresses set up by welding and the control of same. Grain structure changes and the consequences on mechanical properties.
Quality control
Testing and inspection of welds by destructive and non-destructive means such as radiography, ultrasonics, penetrants. Joint preparation to achieve fitness for purpose and symbolic representation.
Practical programme
The student will be instructed in the practical welding of carbon steel, alloy steel and stainless steel using a number of processes such as MMA, MAGS and TAGS etc.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Welding tests using the TAGS and MAGS welding processes
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Welding tests using the MMA process
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Written paper to cover the related studies
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Welding practice Every Week 3.00 3
Lecture Contact Related studies Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Larry Jeffus,. (2011), Welding and Metal Fabrication, First. Cengage Learning, [ISBN: 978-1418013745].
  • Fabrication and Welding Engineering. (2008), Fabrication and Welding Engineering, Routledge, [ISBN: 978-0750666916].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Davies. (1994), Welding Science and Technology, Vols. 1&2, 10th.. Cambridge University Press.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMECH_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 2 Mandatory
CR_ECTWB_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology (Wood) with Business 2 Elective
CR_ECTMS_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology - Mechanical Services 3 Mandatory
CR_EEQMF_6 Certificate in Equipment Maintenance Fundamentals 2 Elective
CR_EMSTE_6 Certificate in Mechanical Services Technology 1 Mandatory
CR_EMECH_6 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 2 Mandatory
CR_EMECN_7 Parttime - Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 1 Group Elective 1