Spring 2026 | 1/14/2026 – 5/14/2026 | Wed or Thu | 5:30PM to 8:10PM
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
Goals and Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Show a basic understanding of atoms, atomic bonds and the periodic table.
- Successful completion of Metallurgy I: Fundamentals and Metallurgy II with certification from AWS.
- Describe a phase diagram and why it is important.
- Explain the difference between ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
- Show an understanding of the nomenclature of steels and aluminum.
- Describe the effects of welding, heat treating and machining on microstructure.
- Describe the different types of mechanical testing of metals and explain the importance of each type.
- Describe the different physical properties of metals.
- Demonstrate ability to combine mechanical and physical properties for material selection.
- Demonstrate the ability to summarize and communicate technical information.
Faculty Contact Information
By appointment
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Define the various structures of materials in crystal lattice formation.
- Explain the normalizing and annealing processes for metals.
- Describe the purpose and uses of the time-temperature transformation curve.
- Describe the tempering process and its uses.
- Describe the effect of welding on microstructure.
- Describe the effects of machining on microstructure.
- Describe the solidification process.
- List the various ingredients of cast irons, steels, and stainless steels.
- Describe the processes used to refine iron ore in the production of cast iron and steels.
- Describe the processes used to produce steels, cast irons, and stainless steel.
- Recognize the major regions and ranges of the iron carbon phase diagram.
- List and describe the various alloying elements in ferrous metals and the purpose of each.
- Define heat treatment and the factors that influence its effectiveness.
- Describe the phases of the quenching process and the various media used.
Textbook(s)
Access to American Welding Society (AWS) online learning module required; available at the KCC bookstore.
https://www.awslearning.org
- Course grades will be determined by compilation of grades received on quizzes, assignments, exams, attendance and participation.
- Homework: 10% of final grade
- Weekly quizzes are given through AWS. The homework must be completed by the following class for 100% credit. 50% credit will be given if completed within 2 class periods. 0% credit will be given if not complete within 2 class periods.
- Each AWS pre-quiz is worth 10 points. The AWS module and post quiz are worth 20 points each.
- I will be able to see whether or not you completed the modules and quizzes. You do not have to pass the pre-test to receive credit, you must only take it.
- You will have to complete each module and post-quiz in order to take the AWS Exam (for AWS I and II).
- Lab write-ups will be included in the homework grade.
- Quizzes: 20% of final grade.
- Exams: 60% of final grade
- Midterm, Final and 2 AWS Exams
- Failure to complete the AWS Exams will result in a zero (0) for that particular exam grade.
- Class participation and attendance will influence marginal grades.
- Attendance: 10% of final grade
Business, Technology & Human Services
Dean, Paul Carlson; 815-802-8858; V105; pcarlson@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8650
Withdrawals
When it is necessary to withdraw from a course or from the college, a student may do so on or before the withdrawal date (April 1st 2024) without receiving a punitive final grade. Students should use Change of Schedule forms which are available in Student Services. Students may submit Change of Schedule forms to Student Services or through the mail, but they must be postmarked no later than the withdrawal date. No withdrawals are allowed by phone. To determine the last date to withdraw with a grade of “W” in this course, log into KCConnect and click on “my registration statement” under Academic Profile.
Code of Conduct
Students need to adhere to the Code of Conduct located in the college catalog.
Email Policy
To ensure a student's privacy under all applicable education laws and to facilitate timely interactions, two College-authorized methods of electronic communication exist: KCC-issued student email accounts (using the domain name of .student.kcc.edu) and the Canvas Learning Management System. Students are expected to regularly check their KCC email accounts and Canvas for important incoming communication from the college or from individual instructors. Students understand that emails they send from personal email accounts (other than those listed above) may not be delivered to the KCC recipient, and students should have no expectation that such messages will be answered.
Non-Attendance/Non-Participation
KCC complies with state law and federal financial aid policy. If you receive an attendance grade of F or are institutionally withdrawn from a course, it will affect your eligibility for financial aid. (1) You must attend at least one class, or participate at least once for an online course (logging in without participation is not attending), by the 10th day of 16 week courses or within the first 10% of shorter term classes. Non-attendance will result in an attendance grade of F. (2) If you have excessive absences and no reasonable chance of passing the course at midterm (or after), your instructor may give you a WX grade and have you institutionally withdrawn from the course.
Canvas – Learning Management System
Canvas is a learning management system used by the College for students to receive and send
information, post assignments, and receive occasional assessment. Canvas does not report the
student’s final grade. Once a final grade is calculated, the grade is reported to the College’s
Registrar. The Registrar then places the grade in the student’s file (transcript). Students canaccess their grades through KCConnect, KCConnect/student/grades. Students are responsible for checking their grades reported on Canvas, and then using the information discussed in the course syllabus plus additional information as may be required to calculate their final grades. A student’s final grade is the grade reported to the College Registrar. The information placed on Canvas can be used to assist a student in calculating their final grade. If you have questions please consult your professor, and consult your professor prior to the end of the semester.
ATTENDANCE: Regular attendance at all scheduled class sessions is expected. If a student has missed more class hours than the number of credit hours to be earned in the class, the instructor may record the grade of “F” for the course. Failure of the student to attend class does not constitute withdrawal. The student must make a formal written withdrawal through the Office of Admissions and Records. Attendance is taken at the beginning of class. Attendance for the entire class period is mandatory. If you know you will not be in class, the student must inform the instructor prior to that class. Informing the instructor does not excuse the absence it only gives you the right to make it up. The student will have two weeks from the date of absence to make up that class at the convenience of the instructor; no makeup will be accepted after 2 weeks and a “0” will be recorded for that session. Makeup work must be done at the mutually scheduled time agreed upon between the student and instructor.
LAB MAKEUP & ADDITIONAL LAB TIME POLICY: Students will not be allowed to work in lab spaces outside of enrolled class times without prior approval or consent of instructor/program coordinator and under direct supervision of instructor/program coordinator. Additionally, students must email a summary to instructor including date and time spent in lab outside of the scheduled class time and what projects/objectives were attempted and what was accomplished. This must be received by the instructor within 24 hours of completion. If this is not done the student will receive a grade of “0” for the class session. No secondary makeups are allowed.
TARDINESS: Points will be heavily deducted from the student’s grades if the student arrives in class any time after the scheduled class time; Down to and including “0” points for that day.
IT IS MANDATORY THAT ALL WELDING STUDENTS WEAR JEANS AND WORK BOOTS TO EVERY CLASS AND HAVE ALL REQUIRED EQUIPMENT WITH THEM.
WELDING LAB PRACTICES: It is expected that all students will clean up their personal workspace, any equipment he/she used and surrounding areas prior to leaving the lab. Clean up and personal productivity is mandatory and will be reflected in the Lab Practices & Weld grade. No practice welds will be accepted by the instructor prior to clean up. Open toe shoes of any kind are not acceptable in any areas of the welding lab at any time. It is at the instructor’s discretion to remove any student from class that does not have the proper personal protection equipment and that class would be considered an unexcused absence. Any intentional disregard for personal safety of the students, or any person in the lab, is subject for immediate removal from the class. The use of cell phones or ear buds cannot be allowed in any Classroom or lab at any time. Use of these will be considered a safety violation and will result in a “0” for that class.
- Cheating: If you are caught cheating on a quiz or exam, you will receive an “F” grade for the course. (refer to the Code of Conduct)
- Classroom: Drinks and snacks are permitted in class, but respect for others learning must be had; i.e. the food/drink may not be a distraction to others. If complaints are made due to eating/drinking, snacks/drinks will be limited/not allowed in class. The classroom will be maintained in a neat and orderly fashion. No cell phones are allowed in class.
- Lab Safety: During the lab portion of the course (if any), you will be instructed as to proper safety procedures. Proper protective equipment must be worn whenever in the lab situation. Safety Violations will be dealt with on an individual basis, but in general, will not be tolerated.
You may be refused lab privileges for safety violations at the discretion of the instructor.
Course Calendar
Schedule:
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Session 1 | Introductions/ | Secure AWS Authorization |
| Syllabus Course Content | AWS Metallurgy I: Module 1: All about Atoms: The Elements, |
| Review/ Access to AWS |
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Session 2 | Quiz Lecture
| AWS Metallurgy I: Module 2: All about the Atoms: The Atom Module 3: All about Atoms: Electrons
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Session 3 | Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy I: Module 4: The Periodic Table: Metals and Non-Metals Module 5: The Periodic Table |
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Session 4 | Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy I: Module 6: Ionic Bonds: Main Group Elements Module 7: Ionic Bonds: Transition Metals
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Session 5 | Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy 1: Module 8: Ionic Bonds: Reactivity of Metals Module 9: The Structure of Crystal Lattices |
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Session 6 | Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy 1: Module 10: Covalent Bonds Module 11: Metallic Bonds: Material Properties |
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Session 7 | Quiz Lecture
| AWS Metallurgy 1: Module 12: Alloys and States of Matter |
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Session 8 | Mid-Term Exam/ Review | AWS Metallurgy 1: Final Exam, Course Certificate, Course Survey |
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Spring Break |
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Session 9 | Lecture
| AWS Metallurgy II: Module 1: Atoms, Unit Cells, and Crystal Structure Module 2: Alloys, Diffusion, and Solid Solubility |
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Session 10 | Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy II: Module 3: Phase Diagrams Part 1 Module 4: Phase Diagrams Part 2 |
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Session 11
| Quiz | AWS Metallurgy II: Module 5: Physical and Mechanical Properties Module 10: Stresses and Stress Relief |
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Session 12 | Nucor Field Trip | Details TBD
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Session 13
| Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy II: Module 6: Thermal Characteristics: Thermal Con. Module 7: Thermal Characteristics: Specific Heat |
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Session 14
| Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy II: Module 8: Metallurgical Considerations for Welding |
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Session 15
| Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy II: Module 9: Heat Treatments |
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Session 16
| Quiz Lecture | AWS Metallurgy II: Module 11: Welding Metallurgy of Common Materials |
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Session 17
| Review for Final Exam | AWS Module Review |
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| Final Exam | AWS Metallurgy II: Final Exam, Course Certificate, Course Survey |
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College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
The materials on this course are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course. Further information regarding KCC's copyright policy is available at https://kcc.libguides.com/copyright.
|Course syllabus/calendar is subject to change.