Title: (Optional) Demonstrate metalworking operations.
Course: Introduction to Animal Systems (18101) > Section: Incorporating Mechanical Skills as Related to the Animal Systems Pathway

Demonstration could include

- estimating a bill of materials
- identifying metals by physical properties
- identifying metalworking tools, equipment, and supplies
- identifying the processes involved in changing the physical property of metals
- selecting tools, equipment, and supplies for tool fitting
- reconditioning an agricultural mechanics tool
- identifying arc and gas welding tools, equipment, and supplies
- using the arc and gas welding equipment, following all recommended safety procedures and guidelines
- performing flat/downhand welding
- constructing an approved metalworking project
- preparing and applying finishes.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How is metalworking used in agriculture?
- What safety measures must be taken when working with metals?
- What steps are involved in changing the physical property of metals?
- What are the steps involved in reconditioning an agricultural mechanical tool?
- Why is tool reconditioning important?
- What safety precautions should be taken when arc welding?
- What procedures should be followed when arc welding?
- What is the procedure for correctly performing flat/downhand welding?