Title: (Optional) Demonstrate the ability to operate plasma arc cutting equipment, adhering to all safety requirements, industry recommended practices, and instructor guidelines.
Course: Agricultural Fabrication and Emerging Technologies (18404) > Section: Performing Plasma Arc Cutting Operations

Demonstration should include

- using various cutting techniques
- examining cut surfaces
- shutting down equipment.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the various ways to cut metal? Why are there so many?
- Why is it important to perform a leak test before using a torch?
- What types of metal can be cut with the plasma cutter?
- What mistakes can be evident on a cut surface?
- How can you cut straight edges?
- How does metal cut with a plasma arc cutter compare to metal cut with an oxy-fuel torch?