IPT 105 - Intro to Fabrication

5 Credits
This is a manufacturing lab class covering drilling, riveting, counter-sinking fasteners, non-powered metal bending operations, powered metal cutting, hand forming, portable dimpling process, micro-shaving, nut plates, and blind fastener and latch installation. Students learn how to use measurement hand tools, non-powered cutting tools, and manual cutting machines in developing flat pattern layouts. The student will identify why and when the task must be done and why each step is required based on normal operating standards. The student learns the principles of folds, angles or channels required in the fabrication and metal forming process. The student will be able to identify why and when the task must be accomplished through reading engineering drawings, understanding general dimensions & tolerances, predicting, isolating, and resolving problems about the task.