Ocean Anaedo Vo-Tek

OCEAN ANAEDO VO-TEK

Course Description

This program is an introductory course that will prepare students for a career in the welding and steel fabrication industry.

The goal of this program is to provide students with an opportunity to experience the hands-on day-to-day operation of a fully equipped modern steel fabrication and welding shop.

This program is an intense one year course requiring hands-on field work, classroom training, and visits to local production facilities.

The Basic Program Instruction in all phases of the welding and metal fabrication program will comprise about 75 percent in the lab for hands on training and 25 percent in the classroom for theory.

Units of Study:  Shop Safety

 Oxy/acetylene Cutting

 Plasma Torch Cutting

 Mig Welding [Aluminum & Stainless Steel]

 Tig Welding  Stick Welding

 Heavy Equipment Repair

 Intro to Steel Construction Techniques

Blueprints Reading A blueprints course is one of the most basic classes in a fabrication program. Students learn how to read blueprints and technical drawings for structural fabrications and machines. This course explains the different welding symbols used in blueprints. Skills are developed in extracting a materials list, mapping out dimensions and projecting material needs or dimensions. Students also develop skills in computer-aided drafting and design techniques

Layout and Development This course is for fabrication students already familiar with reading blueprints. Students learn how to convert information on blueprints into actual works made of metal or other materials. Skills developed include making metal projects to scale (based off of models), forming jigs and constructing shapes. This class is given in part lecture, part lab format. Time is also spent studying quality control topics.

Welding and Fabrication Safety Welders and fabricators work with metal, heat sources and cutting tools. As such, it is necessary to be aware of safety precautions and the correct way to dispose of materials. A welding and fabrication safety course takes students through OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requirements. Skills are developed in the safe handling of fabrication materials, equipment and tools. This course also covers protective gear such as eyewear and what to do in case of emergencies

Punching and Shearing Systems Punching and shearing machines produce weldment (metal parts) to be used in fabrication or development of structural parts. This course is intended to teach students how to use a power shear and punch. Skills are developed in the set-up and maintenance of fabrication machines, as well as the different methods used to cut metal. A punching and shearing systems course may involve field trips to industrial locations so that students can understand the variety of cutting machines used in the field.

Fabrication Tools A fabrication tools course introduces students to the various tools used in welding and fabrication careers. Students complete hands-on training using electric and air-powered tools. Skills are developed in assembling, die cutting, grinding and sanding metal parts. Students work with metal chipping, shearing, punching, drilling and polishing tools as well. This course is taught through project assignments. Students learn through practical skill-building. The emphasis in the Welding Program is not only on welding skills, but also on fabrication techniques, which is a unique feature of our program. This series of classes includes Heavy Plate Fabrication, Sheet metal Fabrication, Pipefitting and Pipe systems Fabrication, Structural Steel Fabrication, and Field-Welding techniques. Our graduates are prepared for entry–level employment as welding technicians in light or heavy welding as well as other related trades.

COURSES Introduction to Welded Sculpture Entry-level In this great beginners' class, you'll learn to join pieces of metal using arc (or "stick") welding. You'll also slice through ferrous metals with the oxygen jet of an oxyacetylene cutting torch and use power and hand tools to finish your work. You'll make a small sculpture to take home. Oxyacetylene Welding Entry-level Learn to weld using a torch that burns a mixture of oxygen and acetylene gases— the hottest flame available, and the least expensive way to weld. You'll learn about cutting, joining and shaping sheet metal to make a geometric candleholder, along with another small project of your choice. This class also covers oxyacetylene and plasma cutting, and introduces metal-joining by brazing. MIG Welding Entry-level Create art. This is a fantastic way to begin exploring industrial art. In this MIG welding taster you'll learn the basics of metal inert gas (MIG) welding, as well as plasma cutting and other fabrication processes. MIG & Plasma Entry-level This workshop is the perfect opportunity to create your dream sculpture or allow the creative image in your head to come to fruition. We will teach you the fundamental skills you will need to work safely in The Crucible MIG shop. You'll also learn the necessary metal prep and finishing techniques for projects you plan to create on your own in our shop. Beyond MIG and Plasma cutting skills, this class will cover the appropriate use of: a 4" grinder, the horizontal band saw, the stationary wheel grinder and the chop saw. Once you have completed this workshop and passed the checkout, you will fabricate projects of your own design. Watch sparks fly as your imagination is set free to create your greatest works of art in metal! Beginning TIG Entry-level Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding is a precise method that makes clean, focused welds on everything from super thin to very thick materials. Using the TIG process, you can weld any metal you desire (including steel, stainless steel, bronze, copper, aluminum, or titanium) and can even join dissimilar metals. For the beginning class, you will use steel to develop a series of welding techniques. The class will culminate in a small project to show off your newly acquired skills. The Metal Sculptor's Tool Box: Cold Metal Fabrication Entry-level Learn many of the techniques required for metal art and sculpture as a complement to existing welding courses. For the person who may know how to weld, this course will cover the allied skills necessary to do light metal fabrication, sculpture, etc. The course will cover safety, metals and materials, layout, metals prep and finishing, but will concentrate mostly on the effective use of tools, including measuring tools, hand tools, hand power tools, and basic machine tools including sheet metal tools. It will include torch techniques such as plasma cutting and silver brazing. It will not include welding or machine tools like milling machines and lathes. The emphasis will be on hands-on practice and learning-by-doing projects.

How to enroll Please complete the Short Course enrolment form, providing your full details. As places are limited, it is recommended you apply early. Applications will be accepted up to 7 days prior to classes commencing. If there are insufficient numbers registered for a course Ocean Anaedo reserves the right to postpone or cancel. If classes are cancelled, your fee will be refunded in full. .