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Applied Industrial Technology:
FUNDAMENTALS OF METALLURGY (WLT 200)
Course Description
The participant should be able to identify common metals used in auto plants; determine a
metal’s repair characteristics for welding or machining; quench and flame harden metals;
perform hardness tests; and prepare metal for repair welding procedures.
Learning Outcome
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
1. identify common metals used in auto plants;
2. determine a metal’s repair characteristics for welding or machining;
3. quench and flame harden metals;
4. perform hardness tests; and
5. prepare metal for repair welding procedures.
Course Objective
The participant should acquire metallurgical knowledge and understand the processes
regarding the manufacturing, processing, and utilization of six important metals that are used
in the automotive industry.
Major Topics Covered
• Properties of metals
• Metal identification
• Material specifications
• Crystal structures
• Effects of plastic deformation and heat treatment
• Applications of tool steels, cast irons, stainless steel, copper alloys, and aluminum
Prerequisites
None
Class Size
6
Course Duration
40 hours
2 hours
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