Course Summary: Properties of Metals
Level: 2
Program: Metal Fabrication Training
Course Description:
This course introduces Level 2 metal fabrication trainees to the fundamental properties of metals and their significance in fabrication and manufacturing processes. Trainees will explore physical, mechanical, and chemical properties of common industrial metals and alloys, developing the knowledge required to select, cut, shape, join, and finish metal components effectively and safely.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, trainees will be able to:
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Identify and describe key physical properties of metals, including density, melting point, and conductivity.
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Understand mechanical properties such as strength, hardness, ductility, malleability, and toughness.
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Recognize how thermal and electrical conductivity affect metal use in fabrication.
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Explain how metals react to stress, force, and heat, and how these responses guide material selection.
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Distinguish between ferrous and non-ferrous metals and understand their typical uses in fabrication.
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Relate metallurgical properties to practical applications, including welding, forming, and machining processes.
Topics Covered:
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Classification of metals (ferrous vs. non-ferrous)
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Physical properties: density, melting point, thermal and electrical conductivity
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Mechanical properties: strength, hardness, ductility, elasticity, toughness, malleability
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Chemical properties: corrosion resistance, reactivity
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Alloying and its effects on metal properties
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Common industrial metals: steel, aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel
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Practical implications for fabrication and welding
Assessment:
Trainees will be evaluated through a combination of:
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Practical demonstrations and hands-on activities
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Short quizzes and worksheets
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Group discussions and case studies
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Final project or assessment task demonstrating knowledge application in fabrication settings
Duration:
40 Notional hours weeks .
Facilitator; Gideon Shikulo
Contact details :0812517880
Email:gshikulo@vvtc.edu.na
This unit standard is intended for those who carry out basic rigging and safe lifting practices as
part of metal fabrication operations. People credited with this unit standards are able to plan and
prepare for load slinging as well as to sling load.
This unit standard is intended for those who works as Welders and Boilermakers.
This unit standard is intended for those who lay out and fabricate work pieces and components using the calculation method as part of metal fabrication operations. People credited with this unit standards are able to calculate true lengths of work pieces and components; calculate the positions of holes in steel sections and plates; fabricate work pieces and components