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Examine common principles used in industry for diagnosing and troubleshooting work processes (2 hours)
Assessment Strategies
by submitting a summary paper to your instructor for review and feedback
Criteria
apprentice outlines the steps involved in diagnosing and identifying root causes to problems
apprentice compares troubleshooting procedures used in welding and fabrication work processes
apprentice summarizes the process using flow charts, graphs or illustrations
apprentice applies the process to specific machines, equipment, and work processes
apprentice demonstrates using the process in shops, labs, and/or on-the-job
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Troubleshoot layout work processes (14 hours)
Assessment Strategies
by responding to a scenario developed by your instructor/employer which involved layout problems
Criteria
apprentice interprets technical manuals and related information accurately
apprentice inspects equipment and completes equipment validations
apprentice inspects layout work using tools, prints, and job specifications
apprentice identifies the problem correctly
apprentice analyzes the root cause accurately
apprentice recommends appropriate corrective action
apprentice applies an appropriate troubleshooting procedure based on the conditions
apprentice resolves the problem efficiently
apprentice uses appropriate resources during troubleshooting
apprentice demonstrates use of math, print reading, measuring skills, layout abilities, and critical thinking to resolve the problem
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Troubleshoot manual and automated cutting equipment (16 hours)
Assessment Strategies
by responding to a scenario developed by your instructor/employer which involved metal cutting problems
Criteria
apprentice interprets technical manuals and related information accurately
apprentice inspects equipment and completes equipment validations
apprentice inspects cut work using tools, prints, and job specifications
apprentice identifies the problem correctly
apprentice analyzes the root cause accurately
apprentice recommends appropriate corrective action
apprentice applies an appropriate troubleshooting procedure based on the conditions
apprentice resolves the problem efficiently
apprentice uses appropriate resources during troubleshooting
apprentice demonstrates use of math, print reading, measuring skills, metal cutting abilities, and critical thinking to resolve the problem
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Troubleshoot fabrication machines and equipment (16 hours)
Assessment Strategies
by responding to a scenario developed by your instructor/employer which involved metal fabrication problems
Criteria
apprentice interprets technical manuals and related information accurately
apprentice inspects equipment and completes equipment validations
apprentice inspects fabricated work using tools, prints, and job specifications
apprentice identifies the problem correctly
apprentice analyzes the root cause accurately
apprentice recommends appropriate corrective action
apprentice applies an appropriate troubleshooting procedure based on the conditions
apprentice resolves the problem efficiently
apprentice uses appropriate resources during troubleshooting
apprentice demonstrates use of math, print reading, measuring skills, metal fabrication abilities, and critical thinking to resolve the problem
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Troubleshoot welding machines and equipment (16 hours)
Assessment Strategies
by responding to a scenario developed by your instructor/employer which involved welding problems
by developing a remedy table for common welding problems and equipment malfunctions
by preparing and presenting your remedy table as part of a team report-out
Criteria
apprentice interprets technical manuals and related information accurately
apprentice inspects equipment and completes equipment validations correctly
apprentice inspects welded work using tools, prints, and job specifications
apprentice references industry standards such as AWS, ASME, ANSI and others to troubleshooting
apprentice identifies the problem correctly
apprentice analyzes the root cause accurately
apprentice recommends appropriate corrective action
apprentice applies an appropriate troubleshooting procedure based on the conditions
apprentice resolves the problem efficiently
apprentice uses appropriate resources during troubleshooting
apprentice demonstrates use of math, print reading, measuring skills, welding abilities, and critical thinking to resolve the problem
you present information in a style and tone consistent with the audience's level of interest and level of knowledge or understanding
delivery is extemporaneous
delivery holds audience attention; you are energetic and enthusiastic
your voice inflection, volume, and rate are appropriate for the content
your nonverbal communication is consistent with your verbal message
you maintain eye contact with audience
you use acceptable language
presentation purpose is clear
introduction includes an attention getter that grabs the audience's attention
introduction includes an overview of the main points
main points are clear and concise
each main point is proven using a variety of supporting material
sufficient supporting material is used to persuade the audience
conclusion includes a summary of the main points
you introduce and use the visual aid appropriately
visual aid (including any words or pictures on the visual) is large enough to be seen by the audience
visual aid includes only one main idea
visual aid is visible to all members of the audience
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Operate material handling equipment properly (8 hours)
Assessment Strategies
by submitting a completed material handling worksheet to your instructor for review and feedback
by demonstrating proper equipment operations during shops and hands-on activities
Criteria
apprentice select the correct equipment based on the materials being moved
apprentice performs all critical steps in the right order
apprentice positions him/herself correctly
apprentice employs OSHA standards and adheres to manufacturer's recommendations for equipment operations
apprentice wears personal protective equipment
apprentice follows safety procedures
apprentice verbalizes an explanation of the process being performed
apprentice's explanation presents sound reasoning as you describe the decisions you make throughout the process