TSTC Grading Policy

(Grades for courses must be C or better)

Competencies Rating Scale

Campus Standard Policies

The Student Handbook contains valuable information on campus policies and procedures.

• Student Code of Conduct
• Student Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy
• Plagiarism
• Student Grievances and Complaints

Disability Services

Any student who, because of a disability, may require special accommodations in order to meet the course requirements, should contact the Disability Services office, as soon possible, to make necessary arrangements.  Please note that instructors are not allowed to provide classroom accommodation to a student until appropriate verification from the Disability Services office has been provided.

Tutoring Statement

The Supplemental Instruction & Tutoring Program at TSTC offers free tutoring and academic support services to help you achieve your academic and career goals. You can access the Tutoring Schedule, as well as MyTSTC Video Tutor Library, by visiting: https://portal.tstc.edu/student/Student_Learning/Pages/Tutoring.aspx (shortened link: goo.gl/Z9vJvY ).

For more information, please contact Norma A. Salazar@ 956-364-4557.

Learning Resource Center

The Learning Resource Center provides online and in person library resources and services.  Go to tstc.libguides.com to find help with your assignments, projects, and papers.  Clicking the Student tab will allow you to find resources, homework help, tutorials, and real time chat to answer your questions.

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES:

• Wear a face covering at all times.
• Wash your hands frequently for 20 seconds.
• Use hand sanitizer regularly.
• Practice social distancing by remaining 6 feet apart.
• Pay attention to entrance-and exit-only doors.
• Follow directional signs.
• Follow any safety directions posted.

Should you, or someone with whom you have had close contact, have shown any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 please stay home and let us know as soon as possible by filling out this simple form We will contact you to provide you with further guidance on when you may return to campus.

• Explain course polices and procedures, with emphasis on individual and overall safety considerations and precautions while using MIG Welding Equipment.
• Explain and Demonstrate how the welder operates in order to operate it efficiently and troubleshoot when problems arise.

• Explain and demonstrate all required steps necessary to properly set up and tune a MIG Welder for proper operational use.
  Explain and Demonstrate how the plasma cutter operates, it's purpose, and how it will be used in the lab throughout the rest of the semester.

• Explain and Demonstrate the Different Variables associated with MIG Welding, and how they affect the welding process.

• Explain and Demonstrate proper Technique required to make quality welds on Automotive grade Galvanized Steel panels. Present examples of the most commonly used Auto Body Welds.

• Explain and Demonstrate the Four welding positions required in auto collision repair, with emphasis on I-CAR Welding Standards.

• Explain and Demonstrate the Different Variables associated with MIG Welding, and how they affect the welding process.
  Explain and Demonstrate the different types of Welding Defects, their causes, and remedies.

• Explain and Demonstrate the I-Car Welding Qualification
  Testing procedures and criteria.

• Have students conduct visual and destructive testing on Personal weld samples, with the emphasis on I-CAR
  Welder Qualification Standards.

• Individual welder practice of industry standard welds conducted on 3x5, 18 Gauge Galvanized Steel Panels, with emphasis on I-CAR Welding Qualification Visual and Destructive Standards.

• Conduct Practice I-Car Welding Test, to include Destructive Testing of all prescribed welds.

• All welding lab objectives must be completed prior to the end of this week.
• Administer I-CAR Welding Qualification Test. Visually and Destructively Test all welding coupons submitted for analysis. Grade test in accordance with I-CAR standards.

• Clean Welding Lab and perform shop maintenance in preparation for next semester. Emphasis on Preventative Maintenance and Shop Safety.

Course Expectations

You will be asked to undertake these activities to help you to learn the subject matter of this course.

• Review the weekly lessons provided in Moodle  
• Research all study guides, articles, PowerPoints, or PDFs presented in Moodle, provided by your instructor or in your Workbook
• Complete all weekly module activities in Moodle before 11:59 p.m., on the DUE DATE unless otherwise specified in  the Assignment.
• Have reliable computer access not just a smartphone
• Have reliable access to email with notifications
• Have appropriate study skills and self-motivation to research the material
• Meet the required attendance policy standards

Research; Definition - the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

Safety Procedures

Students are required to participate in a safety lecture prior to performing in the laboratory portion of the course. A written test will be given to each participating student covering the presented safety materials. Students must complete the safety test with 100% accuracy prior to receiving lab assignments.

**With regard to the COVID-19 pandemic; Approved face masks will be worn at all times and social distancing will be mandatory.  Hourly washing or disinfecting of hands and or gloves will be required according to the demonstrated lab regiment.

All lecture and laboratory safety rules and regulations will be followed in every detail. Failure to comply with this policy will result in dismissal from class until further notice. 

Acceptance Attire

•  NIOSH approved clear safety glasses will be worn at all times
• Full-toed shoes (no slippers, sandals, flip-flops, or bare feet)
• Full length pants (must extend past ankles)
• Pants must fit around waist within 3 inches of belly button
• Shirts (no sleeveless or tank tops)
• Shirts with and without buttons can be worn with instructor approval on neck opening exposure
• Clothing must be reasonably snug fitting (not excessively loose, baggy, torn)
• An inappropriate slogan on clothing is not acceptable.
• Jogging clothes, sweats, or warm-ups are not acceptable.
• Acceptable headgear: ball caps or bump caps (No do-rags, bandanas or shower caps)
• The Instructor has the final authority concerning matters of dress

Classroom and Lab Behaviors

• Smoking in classrooms, laboratories and shops are prohibited
• Smoking is permitted only in designated areas
• Smoking is prohibited within 20 feet of a building, when permitted
• Smoking is prohibited within the fenced area surrounding the ACM and CAT Labs.
• The consumption of drinks, candy and other food items is restricted to lounge areas
• Eating or drinking in laboratories are hazardous because of the toxic nature of lab materials being handled
• No horseplay at any time
• Be responsible – Be a professional

Late Work/Test Policies

Due to COVID-19 circumstances students are required to check Moodle and email for updates to "Announcements" in Moodle or homework, lesson resource or videos, and tests in the Moodle "Weekly" sections.  Tests and homework must be completed by end of stated due dates. Complications with student activity will require student communication with instructor by phone, email or Moodle messages.      

All students are required to be present for class. However, unexpected circumstances will occur. If a student has an excused absence, death or illness in the immediate family, the student must notify the instructor of record immediately. If a test is missed, the instructor has to give permission for make-up. The missed test must be made up before the next scheduled period of instruction.

An excused absence only allows for make-up of missed assignments or test. The absence is recorded.

Online Moodle assignments are due before 11:59 p.m., on the DUE DATE unless otherwise specified in  the Assignment.  Lab Objectives are due by the end of lab on the set due date. Late assignments will not be accepted and a grade of “zero” will be earned for said assignment. Students that have notified the instructor prior to the absence may be considered excused.

All students are required to be present for class. However, unexpected circumstances will occur. If a student has an excused absence, death or illness in the immediate family, the student must notify the instructor of record immediately. If a test is missed, the instructor has to give permission for make-up. The missed test must be made up before the next scheduled period of instruction.

An excused absence only allows for make-up of missed assignments or test. The absence is recorded.

Assignments are due at the beginning of class of the set due date. Late assignments will not be accepted and a grade of “zero” will be earned for said assignment. Students that have notified the instructor prior to the absence may be considered excused.

Pop Tests

Can be given at any time by the instructor and are not make up items.

Exemptions

Students can be exempted from a final exam if:

A.    Lecture average is 90 or above

B.     Attendance is perfect

C.     Assignments are completed and turned in

D.    Projects are complete

  

Cell Phone Policy

Cell phones may be brought into the lab for music or necessary communication only.  They are not to be used during demonstrations or lab time that students are supposed t be using to complete objectives.
Anyone failing to adhere to this policy will be dismissed from class and issued a non-participation grade (absence) for that period of instruction.  It will also be noted and referenced in the event that objectives are not completed in a timely manner.

 

Cleanup Policy

Each student is expected to participate in the cleanup activities once the date has been identified.

Student’s final exam grade is dependent upon their participation at these functions. One half (½) of the final exam grade for the course is participation. One half (½) of the final exam grade is completing the final exam for the course.  Students with unexpected circumstances can be excused by the department chair only.  TSTC school calendar identifies the end of the semester. Student break begins the day after.