Objective:

To provide participants with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to make cuts in different materials using the oxy-fuel cutting technique. Participants will acquire the skills needed to properly handle oxy-fuel cutting equipment and tools, select the appropriate type of gas and nozzle, and perform quality cuts on materials of varying thicknesses.

Course Outline:

• Introduction to oxy-fuel cutting: history and applications

• Safety in oxy-fuel cutting: risks and preventive measures

• Oxy-fuel cutting equipment and tools: types of equipment, components, and accessories

• Selection and classification of gases: types of gases, characteristics, and applications

• Types of nozzles and their selection: types of nozzles and their application based on gas type and material

• Preparation of material for cutting: cleaning, marking, and edge preparation

• Oxy-fuel cutting techniques: cutting positions, adjusting cutting parameters, ignition and shutdown techniques

• Visual inspection of cuts: acceptance and rejection criteria

• Oxy-fuel cutting practices on materials of different thicknesses

• Maintenance and care of oxy-fuel cutting equipment and tools

Duration: This course is 8 hours long.