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WLD 263

Welding Technology Capstone

Course Assignments Information Sheets: Reading

Welding Principles and Applications 7th edition By Larry Jeffus Chapter 10,

Chapter 12, Chapter 18, Chapter 20, Chapter 21, Math

Practical Problems in Mathematics 6th edition by Robert Chasan Chapters 6-17,22 Recommended assignments

Complete review question following each assigned chapter Quizzes

Complete Interactive Quiz in CourseMate Principles and Applications Chapters 10,12,18, 20,21

Complete Homework Quiz in CourseMate Practical Problems in Mathematics Chapters 14-17, 22 Welding Projects: Flat Position Horizontal Position Vertical Position Overhead Position Edge Joint Lap Joint T-Joint T-Joint Corner Joint T-Joint Lap Joint Lap Joint Bead Plate Corner Joint Corner Joint Corner joint Butt Joint Butt Joint Butt Joint T-Joint Final Exam: Part One (Closed Book Exam) ) Timeline Open-entry, open-exit instructional format allows the students to work their own pace. It is the student’s responsibility to complete all assignments in a timely manner. See your instructor for assistance. Outcome Assessment Policy: The student will be assessed on his/her ability to demonstrate the achievement of course outcomes. The methods of assessment may include one or more of the following: oral or written examinations, quizzes, written assignments, visual inspection techniques, welding tests, safe work habits, task performance and work relations.

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Accessing the Interactive ebook for Principles and Applications and Practical Problems in Mathematics

Here is a link to the publishers website that goes over some “getting started” procedures with CourseMate. http://www.cengage.com/tlconnect/client/product/fcis.do?productId=535 For New Students Your book bundle will contain an access code for both your Principles and Applications book and the Practical Problems in Mathematics. For Returning Students If you have the Seventh Edition of the Principles and Applications book you should have an access code. If not see your instructor. For the math book you will have to go to this site http://www.cengagebrain.com/shop/isbn/9781111313593 and rent the ebook for either a six month or one year option. Your math quizzes will be accessible through Desire 2 Learn. Your Instructor will assist you in accessing this. Course Key There will be a master course key containing all of the courses available on CourseMate. You will find the course you are currently taking and enter the corresponding number in the appropriate area in CourseMate. Note For each class there will be separate Access code and course key for Principles and Applications and Practical Problems in Mathematics

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INDEX

Section 1 – Job Readiness & Welder Testing

• Are You Job Ready? • Tips for Effective job Interview • Resume Writing Guidelines • Cover and Thank you letters • Obtaining references • Interview • Comprehensive Written test • What does the assessment cover? • How to study for the assessment • Taking the assessment • Hands on Welding test

Section 2 -- Senior Project

• Choosing your project • Capstone project approval form • Project budget form

This project was supported, in part, by the

National Science Foundation Opinions expressed are those of the authors And not necessarily those of the Foundation

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WLD 263 Class Check off Sheet Portfolio

Job Interview with MICI

Weld Test @ PCC Swan Island

Complete Fab Project

Power Point Presentation

Written Final Exam

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Section One

Job Readiness

& Welder Testing

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Assignment #1

Pre-Employment Package (Portfolio) 30 points

This assignment will require the student to build a Portfolio. Contents will include information from both previous work experiences PCC Welding experience. This Portfolio will include:

1. Index 2. Cover letter 3. Resume 4. Transcripts 5. Welding certifications 6. Any pertinent information - Military documents, Certificates of Training, etc.

The purpose of this Portfolio is to prepare you for employment. This package will not only help you gather all pertinent information, but it will assist you with your interviews and give you the added “touch” to become gainfully employed. The student must research and find a job that the portfolio will be made to. Welding Instructor Review _______________________________ Job Placement Specialists Review _________________________

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Portfolio Assignment Section A Write a Cover Letter and Thank You Letter A cover letter should always be included with a resume that is sent to an employer. It should be just as well written and professional as your resume, typed and printed to match your resume. Thank you letters should always be sent after an interview or informational interview. A SIMPLE COVER LETTER FORMULA: THREE SHORT PARAGRAPHS #1 - Introduction • State why you are writing. Include the position you are interested in and how you heard

about the opening or company. • If someone referred you, be sure to mention him or her by name. If you have already spoken

to the employer, mention that this is to follow-up on your previous conversation. #2 - Resume Overview • Refer the reader to your enclosed resume. • Mention key points from your resume as they related specifically to this position. • Elaborate on those points that are especially important, providing more details than your

resume may include. • Include any other relevant information that may not be on your resume. • Describe yourself using the employer's words (from the job description or advertisement). #3 - Closing • Thank the employer for their consideration. • Express your sincere interest in the position and your desire for an interview. • Specify when and how s/he can reach you. By phone is the easiest. THANK YOU LETTERS • Always send a thank you note or letter immediately after an interview or an informational

interview. • This is an excellent way to remind the employer who you are, and to present yourself in a

professional manner. • Thank you letters should be typed, but can be handwritten if neat. The important thing is to

send it right away. • Mention specifically what you enjoyed learning, or what excites you about the opportunity. • Remind the employer how you think your skills, experience, education, etc. match the job. • Include anything that you forgot to mention in the interview. • Include your resume if appropriate. • If you want the job, be sure to say so.

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STANDARD BUSINESS FORMAT • Type font and paper should match your resume. • Start with 12 pt. font. This is the easiest size to read. • Align everything to the left. Do not indent paragraphs; skip a line between each. • Center your letter on the page to balance the "white space" on the top and bottom. • Return 3-5 times after the word "Sincerely" before you type your name. Sign the letter in

that space. • If you don't know to whom you are mailing your resume to, begin your letter, "To whom it

may concern". • Envelopes should also be typed. • If your resume and/or cover letter will be scanned, do not fold them. Mail them in a 9x12"

envelope.

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Portfolio Assignment Section B

RESUME WRITING ASSIGNMENT: Read through the information provided on resume writing, including the sample resumes. Create a draft resume, highlighting your skills, education and experience, and submit it to PCC Job Placement Office. She will then meet with you to make suggested revisions. A resume is your marketing piece – a brochure that represents you to employers. It’s better than an application because it’s written by you and presents your skills and experiences in the best possible light. It needs to be perfect, and the information should be easy for prospective employers to find. RESUME FORMATS Chronological • Most traditional resume format or style, and generally the easiest to write because it focuses

on past "job descriptions". It emphasizes where and when you did things. • This is a good resume format for people who have progressed in their careers and who are

looking for work in the same field. Targeted/Functional • This resume format describes skills, abilities and accomplishments, but not necessarily in the

context of where and when you did them. The emphasis here is on what and how. • This is a good format for people in transition - changing careers, moving from school to

work, returning to the workforce, etc. It's typically the format most students choose. • The biggest drawback is that it does not include the where and when that employers typically

look for. Without this, they may assume you're trying to hide something. Combination • This format combines the two for the best of both worlds. It focuses on skills, abilities and

accomplishments, but includes a work history as well (with or without job descriptions). • This can relieve employers' concerns that you're trying to hide something, but de-emphasize

the fact that your experience is limited or unrelated. GUIDELINES FOR AN EFFECTIVE RESUME

• Focus your resume to the job you want. Present and prioritize your skills, abilities, accomplishments, experience, education, etc. in the context of your objective.

• Keep your statements short and to the point. Bullet statements are easier to read than paragraphs.

• Give specific welding processes, positions, materials, and certifications. • Support your statements with examples or measurable criteria. • Include volunteer experience, military experience, internships/cooperative learning, etc. • 12 point Times New Roman is the most commonly suggested font for resumes. • Use bold, italics, and underlines to set apart sections on your resume, but keep it simple. • Most resumes can be kept to one page. If your resume must extend to two pages, do not

print your resume on both sides of the page - print two pages.

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• Always mail your resume with a cover letter. • If references are requested, include these on a separate page. Do not include references

on your resume. • Choose high quality paper and print your resume on a good quality printer. • Use the same paper for cover letters and reference lists. • If you make copies of your resume, use a clean, good quality copy machine. Don't make

a lot of copies - you may get a job right away, or decide to change your resume in some way.

• Proof your resume both with Spell Check and with the human eye. Ask someone else to proof it also.

• See the Appendix for sample resumes.

Portfolio Assignment Section C Go to you’re MYPCC account and print a copy of your transcript and add it in to your portfolio.

Portfolio Assignment Section D Copy all your welding certification and add it to the Welding Certification Section of your portfolio.

Portfolio Assignment Section E List any other pertinent information that would benefit you in your employment portfolio. Military documents Certificate from short term training Etc……..

Portfolio Assignment Section F Make your index and bind your portfolio in a professional manner.

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Assignment #2 Interviewing ( points)

& Testing (50 points)

Step 1 Complete online application with Madden Industrial Craftsmen Inc. at mici.com Step 2 Schedule an interview with Madden Industrial Craftsmen, Inc. Step 3

Review your portfolio to prepare for the interview- see Job Interview section for Commonly asked questions

Step 4 Have the interviewer complete the Interview Rubric.

Step 5 Prepare to take a comprehensive Welding Final Exam Comprehensive means that you will be tested on every class that you have taken in the Welding program. You will need to review all course materials before sitting for the test. Step 6

Prepare to take a hand – on welding test at PCC’s Swan Island Training Center. Contact Mike Rasmussen at 503 247-1724.

Step 7

Debrief with your instructor!

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ARE YOU JOB READY?

Before you meet any potential employer be it for a paid job in your field or for a volunteer job or for a service-learning project with an employer you need to make sure you have acquired job readiness tools. These include:

• Comfort and expertise in interviewing for a job

• A clear and concise resume

• Ability to compose appropriate cover letters and thank you notes

• Permission from teachers and employers to use them as references

• Research Company / Site (i.e who are they, what do they do, etc.)

Job Search Skills

The following pages are intended to prepare you for your job search by providing you with both the skills and tools needed to apply for and get a great job. They include: • Completing a job application • Participating in a (mock) job interview

Interviewing Tips

You will be completing this portion of the class through Madden Industrial Craftsmen, Incorporated. The agreement with MICI is that you will complete the employment application on line at www.mici.com and contact MICI to set up an interview and weld test. Note that it is your choice to make this an “official” interview or just a mock interview. If you are interested in employment let them know that and they will put you in their employment database and you can obtain employment through their company. Your Contact at MICI is Randy Shelton and he can be reached at 503-690-0641. Here are some general tips:

• Have all the information you need. Many employers require that you complete the application there on the premises and not take it home. Be sure you have with you all the information necessary to provide complete information – a pen, names, dates, addressed, phone numbers, etc. Most employers will disregard your application if you have to ask for a phone book or a pen. They will also disregard it if you do not provide all the information requested. Show employers you can follow directions by completing the application entirely.

• Use the application to promote your skills. Applications give you very little space to fully describe your skills and abilities. Look the application over before you begin filling it out. How can you sell yourself, emphasizing the skills most important for the job you are applying for? If you worked at McDonald’s, it may not be important to a prospective

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employer that you made hamburgers or French fries, but it is important that you worked well as part of a team, in a fast-paced, production environment, or that you could handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.

• Be accurate. Some employers confirm your work history with past employers, even before they invite you for an interview. If the information you give is not consistent with what past employers say, it raises a red flag. Be sure you give accurate dates of employment and complete contact information. If a past employer is no longer in business, give the address it had when you worked there, and make a note that it is no longer in business.

• Research the Organization If you haven’t already, find out enough about the organization so that you understand its purpose and challenges. This will allow you to answer interview questions in the context of this organization, and demonstrate that you have the skills and abilities they need. Be sure to have some questions prepared for the employer based on your research.

• Be On Time In fact, be early - 10 minutes or so. Be sure you know where you’re going, even if it means going ahead of time. Be sure to consider the time of the interview in terms of traffic. • Dress Appropriately “Casual nice” is generally safe when applying for welding jobs. Khaki pants or clean jeans, along with a shirt with a collar are your best-bet. Clothes should be neat and clean. Hair should be neat, and if long, pulled back. Women’s make-up should be conservative. Men should be cleanly shaven and beards neatly trimmed. Bring coveralls, and your hood, just in case you’re asked to take a weld test. • Bring your resume and application materials Always have several copies of your resume with you, even if you’ve already submitted one to the employer. Have all the information needed to complete a job application, too. • Watch for Silent Interviewers The secretaries, the people you meet in the hall.... They may all be asked for their impression of you. Be friendly and professional at all times. • Listen Be sure you understand what the interviewer wants to know before answering questions. You may take a few seconds to formulate your answer in your head before speaking. • Never Criticize You may have hated a past job, a past boss, or past co-worker, but DON’T CRITICIZE. You will appear negative and unprofessional. Instead, talk about what you learned about yourself from the experience. • Be Your Best Self, But Be Yourself You have to live with the job you get, so don’t get it under false pretenses. Be yourself; talk enthusiastically, but realistically about the skills and experiences you have to offer. Relax as much as possible, and SMILE. • Leave Negotiating for Another Time The first interview is not the time to discuss salary, benefits, etc. Wait until the second interview to bring this subject up, if the employer doesn’t bring it up him or herself.

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• Follow Up Write a thank you letter immediately. This is another chance to impress the interviewer with your enthusiasm and to reinforce the good impression you made in the interview.

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Tell me about yourself. Use this question to tell the interviewer about experiences that suit you for this position - not to tell your life story. Include work experience and education that relates to the position. What do you see yourself doing in five years? What are your long-range career goals? Do you know the career paths in this kind of organization? Will you leave in a year? What is most important to you in a job? Do you know what this job is like? Do you have the skills, and temperament to do it? What is your greatest strength? Show how suited you are for the position. What is your biggest weakness? Everyone has one. Try to pick something that won’t impact your job performance, and demonstrate how you are working to overcome it. Why should I hire you? Why do you want this job? Show how much you know about the organization, its needs, and how you can contribute to the mission. What accomplishments are you most proud of, or have given you the most satisfaction? A great opportunity to demonstrate your motivation and success. Try to tie it to the position. What kind of people do you like to work with? Keep your answer positive - attributes you want (hardworking, team-oriented). Don’t get caught in the trap of criticizing or complaining about past co-workers or supervisors. What experience do you have that would prepare you for this job? Draw from past work experience, volunteer work, education, college activities, etc. Have you ever been fired? What’s the worst mistake you ever made? Why did you leave your last job? These are negative questions. Keep your answers positive. Express that you take responsibility for mistakes, and focus on what you've learned from them. Don’t blame others. Do you have plans to continue your education? Answer “yes” if additional education is required for the industry and your goals. Otherwise leave the door open, “No immediate plans, but we’ll see. I’m certainly willing to take classes necessary for growth in this position.”

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What do you know about this organization? If you did your homework, this should be easy. Focus on the needs you can fill.

SAMPLE QUESTIONS YOU CAN ASK AN INTERVIEWER What are the duties/responsibilities of this position, and which are the most important? Why is this position vacant? Where is the previous employee now? What distinguishes this organization from others in the area? What are the biggest challenges and opportunities associated with this position? What qualifications would the ideal candidate have for this position? What additional training or education would help me succeed in this position? What criteria are used to evaluate performance in this position? Who would I report to? What are his/her strengths and weaknesses? What changes do you see for this department/organization in the next few years?

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JOB INTERVIEW SCORING RUBRIC

Name:__________________________ Date:_____________________

Time of Interview:_________________ Time Arrived:_______________

Position:________________________ Interviewed by:______________

Competency Needs Work

0 points

Better

3 points

Best

6 points

First Impressions

Shows up late for the interview, does not shake hands, and/or chews gum; does not bring a copy of the resume or references

Shows up on time for the interview with a copy of the resume in hand

Shows up early for the interview with a copy of the resume in hand

Preparation Knows nothing about the company or seems to make up information as he/she goes along

Knows some general information about the company and/or its purpose

Has researched the company and the position thoroughly and is apparent by answers given in response to questions

Personal Attributes

Overbearing, overaggressive, egotistical; or shy, reserved, and overly nervous

Somewhat nervous, some lapses in eye contact; speaks too loudly or softly

Good eye contact and poise during interview; confident

General Attitude Lack of interest and enthusiasm about the position; passive and indifferent; or overly enthusiastic

Seems interested in the position but could be better prepared or informed on certain topics

Interested in the position and enthusiastic about the interview

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Personal Appearance

Dressed way below what is expected for someone in that position or "overdoes it" (too much makeup, jewelry, cologne, etc.)

Dressed similar to what employees in that position would wear or in business casual clothes.

Dressed in appropriate business attire; no sandals, tennis shoes, t-shirts, shorts, short skirts, etc.

Responses Answers with "yes" or "no" and fails to elaborate or explain; talks negatively about past employers

Gives well-constructed responses, but sounds rehearsed or unsure

Gives well-constructed, confident responses that are genuine

OVERALL

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WLD263 “Final” Traveler

(30 points)

Name: _________________________________ Date: ___________________

Each step must be “checked off” by your instructor/ testing supervisor before the student progresses to the next phase in the Final Weld out process.

Inspection Points 3G Points 0-5 per category with 5 the best

Fit Up and assembly

Plate Positioning

Root Pass Inspection

Interpass Inspection

Take down

Cover Pass Inspection

Final

Pass Fail

Pass Fail

Swan Island Instructor Signature

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Section Two

“Senior

Fabrication Project”

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Senior Project (100 points)

The student will need to select a complex fabrication project. See your instructor if you need assistance here.

Fabrication Project

The student is expected to select a fabrication project that s/he can complete in one 6-credit class (120 hours). The student is also required to complete a power point presentation and present it to the class at the end of the term. The power point will need to include:

1. Introduction

2. Body should include:

• Production Schedule • A working drawing with at least two views of the project. • Pictures of the project in process. • A description of the work and welding process(es) used. Any problems that

occurred as the fabrication project progressed and how those problems were solved should also be included in the report.

3. Conclusion

4. Question and Answer period.

The presentation will be given to the class at during the last week of the given term The power point and presentation is worth 100 points.

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Speech Rubric Speaker’s name: _______________________ Evaluator: __________________________ Criterion Rating

Excellent Rating Good

Rating Satisfactory

Rating Needs

Improvement

Score

Points 10-9 Points 9-8 Points 8-7 Points 7-6 Introduction (1) Gets attention

(2) Clearly identifies topic (3) Establishes

credibility (4) Previews the

main points

Meets any three of the four criteria

Meets any two of the four criteria

Meets only one of the four criteria

Body Main points are clear,

well supported, and sources are documented

Main points are somewhat clear,

some support, and some

documentation

Main points need clarity and support

lack of sources and

documentation

Main points are not clear

and have no support and no sources or

documentation

Conclusion (1) Reviews main points

(2) Brings closure (3) Memorable

Reviews main points , brings

closure

Brings closure Does not bring closure; the

audience is left hanging

Eye Contact Eye contact with audience virtually

all the time (except for brief glances at

notes)

Eye contact with audience less than 80% of the time

Eye contact with audience less than 75% of the time

Little or no eye contact

Use of Language Use of language contributes to

effectiveness of the speech, and

vocalized pauses (um uh er etc.) not distracting

Use of language does not have

negative impact, and vocalized

pauses (um uh er etc.) not distracting

Use of language causes potential

confusion, and/or vocalized pauses (um uh er etc.) are distracting

Use of language is inappropriate

Body language

Body language, gestures, and facial

expressions adds greatly to the

message

Body language, gestures, and facial

expressions compliment

message

Body language, facial expressions

and gestures lack variety and

spontaneity

Body language, gestures, and

facial expressions are lacking or inappropriate

Clarity Speaks clearly and distinctly all the

time with no mispronounced

words

Speaks clearly and distinctly nearly all

the time with no more than one mispronounced

word

Speaks clearly and distinctly most of the time with no

more than two mispronounced

words

Often mumbles or can not be

understood with more than three mispronounced

words

Topic is specific, follows

assignment Adapted to audience

Topic is specific, appropriate and

adapted

Topic is clear appropriate and

somewhat adapted

Topic lacks clarity and focus

needs adapting to audience

No specific purpose--

inappropriate for audience or

occasion

Visual Aids Visual aids well chosen and presented

Minor problems with visual aids

Significant problems with

visual aids

No visual aids

Time Within allotted time Within 10% of allotted time

Within 20% of allotted time

Not within 20% of allotted time

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Final  Grade  -­‐  WLD  263  Name:  _______________________   Instructor:  ___________________   Date:  __________________  

Welding  Projects  =  40%  

Fabrication  Project   Out  of  100  points  Weld  Test  @  SWTC   Out  of  30  points  

                                                                                         A                                                          Total  Project  pts.      ________      /  Total  pts.  Possible  _______      X    40    =  _______  %  Written  Work  =  20%    

Portfolio     Out  of  30  points  Interview  @  MICI   Out  of  36  points  

Quizes   Out  of  100  points  Power  Point  Presentation   Out  of  100  points    

                                                                                         B                                                          Total  Project  pts.      ________      /  Total  pts.  Possible  _______      X    20    =  _______  %  Attendance  =  10%      The  following  attributes  will  be  assessed  -­‐  attendance,  attitude,  time  management,  team  work,  interpersonal  skills,  etc..    Daily  points  (there  are  no  excused  absences,  hence  no  points  earned  for  days  missed  )  3  pts  =  present  and  working  for  the  entire  shift;  2  pts  =  late;  1  pt  =  late  and  left  early;  0  pts  =  no  show.  

Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  Out  of   Out  of   Out  of  

                                                                                               C                                            Total    pts.  earned      ________      /  Total  pts.  Possible  _______      X    15    =  _______  %  Final  Exam  30%    

Final  Exam                                            Out  of                points                                                                                                      D                                                Total  Project  pts.      ________      /  Total  pts.  Possible  _______      X    30    =  _______  %  

Add  Lines  A  +  B  +  C  +  D  .    This  will  give  you  your  Final  Grade                                                TOTAL  %    _________                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    FINAL  GRADE  _________