Standards - Career & Technical Education

Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.

Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.

Recount the history of metal fabrication and its impact on the construction industry.

Explain the proper use of metal fabrication tools and equipment.

Differentiate between ferrous and non-ferrous metals used in metal fabrication.

Demonstrate techniques of cleaning, stripping, grinding, and buffing metal for fabrication.

Prepare an oxyfuel unit for operation.

Explain the meaning of each safety color-code for oxyfuel tanks and hoses.

Explain the purpose of shaded lenses used in oxyfuel welding and cutting.

Check for cracks and leaks in oxyfuel hoses and regulators.

Perform safe welding and cutting operations with an oxy-acetylene torch.

Demonstrate procedures for using plasma arc cutting equipment.

Describe the plasma arc cutting process.

Identify components of plasma arc cutting equipment.

Cut metal with a plasma arc cutter.

Analyze weld imperfections to determine corrective measures.

Compare destructive and nondestructive weld-testing methods.

Explain the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process.

Compare various types of welding electrodes used in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).

Demonstrate procedures for adjusting and operating the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine.

Identify types of welds.

Identify various types of weld joints.

Contrast methods of striking an arc.

Demonstrate proper techniques for flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead welding.

Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.

Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.

Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.

Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.

Interpret welding symbols used on blueprints.

Explain the process of planning and estimating materials needed to complete a metal fabrication project.

Explain the importance of preparing metal for welding.