Material and Welding technology (5 cr)

Objective

The student
• is able to choose the right materials for construction
• knows the most common materials and the influence of heat treatment, alloying and coating
• understands the essential techniques of sheet work and welding and is able to choose suitable methods for different products and situations.

Content

• Material selection for construction, the effect of alloying, heat treatment and coating on material properties and chemical corrosion
• Welding procedures
• Sheet metal works

Teaching methods

Materials technology (50 % of the course)
Theory lessons as large group teaching for three classes together (auditorium)
Laboratory exercises for each class (two groups/class)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student knows the most important materials and understands the essential techniques of sheet work and welding.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student knows the most important materials and is able to choose them for different constructions. The student knows the essential techniques of sheet work and welding and is able to choose suitable methods for different constructions and situations.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student knows the most important materials and is able to choose them for different constructions. The student knows the essential techniques of sheet work and welding and is able to choose suitable methods for different constructions and situations. The student knows the effects of heat treatment, coating and corrosion on material properties.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student knows the most important materials and understands the essential techniques of sheet work and welding.

Assessment methods and criteria

Materials technology (50 % of the course):
Laboratory reports (30 % of the grade)
Final exam (70% of the grade)