Information Package

Welding Technology Program

BMPS121

WELDING OF STAINLESS STEELS

Course Code
BMPS121
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explains the classification of stainless steels (austenitic, ferritic, martensitic, etc.) and their properties.
  2. valuates the factors affecting the weldability of stainless steels.
  3. Identifies problems encountered in stainless steel welding and develops solutions.
  4. Gains knowledge about the welding of stainless steel materials in different positions.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course comprehensively covers the basic properties, production technologies, metallurgical structure, and welding applications of stainless steels. The course examines types of stainless steel, their applications, the selection of appropriate welding methods and electrodes, the determination of welding parameters, welding techniques for joining in different positions, and solutions to problems encountered during welding. In addition, the course addresses the corrosion behavior of stainless steels, occupational health and safety practices, and repair and maintenance welding processes, with the goal of equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to weld stainless steels reliably and to a high standard.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Identification of Stainless Steel, Types of Stainless Steel, Applications of Stainless Steel Welding
2nd Week Production Technology and Metallurgy of Stainless Steel
3rd Week Occupational Health and Safety Practices in Stainless Steel Welding
4th Week Problems Encountered in Stainless Steel Welding and Their Solutions
5th Week Manufacturing with Stainless Steel
6th Week Welding Methods and Electrode Selection for Stainless Steel
7th Week General Review
8th Week MIDTERM EXAM
9th Week Determining Appropriate Parameter Settings in Stainless Steel Welding
10th Week Welding of Stainless Steel Materials in Different Positions
11th Week Welding of Stainless Steel Materials in Different Positions
12th Week Welding of Stainless Steel Materials in Different Positions
13th Week Stainless Steels and Corrosion
14th Week Repair and Maintenance Welding of Stainless Steels
Recommended or Required ReadingNone
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Case Study
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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