Learning Modules
XIV: Fabrication Production Framework
Discusses aspects of a full production framework of a steel fabrication operation, showing how planning, preparation, logistics, and closeout activities work together to deliver a complete steel package.
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XIII: Welding Processes
Provides an introduction to the major welding processes used in structural steel fabrication and erection, giving learners a practical understanding of how each process works, where it is used, and what affects weld quality and…
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XII: Structural Bolting
Explains the fundamentals of structural bolting, giving learners a practical understanding of bolt types, behavior, installation methods, and inspection requirements used in steel construction.
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XI: Steel Fabrication Processes – Tools
Addresses fundamental fabrication processes and operations used in structural steel production, giving learners a practical understanding of cutting, shaping, forming, and CNC‑driven processing.
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X: Steel Subcontract Administration: Approval Review, Execution and Field Operations
Covers the approval, coordination, and execution processes that move a steel subcontract from detailing to field installation, giving learners a practical understanding of shop drawings, reviews, coatings, miscellaneous metals, and safe field operations.
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IX: Steel Subcontract Administration: Planning, design and Project Scope
Outlines the core business, planning, and scope‑management practices of the steel subcontracting process, giving learners a practical understanding of how steel packages are estimated, sold, designed, procured, and delivered.
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VIII: Structural Steel Material
Provides background on the properties, production, and material standards of structural steel, giving learners a practical understanding of how steel is made, classified, and controlled from the mill to the jobsite.
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VII: Interpreting Contract Documents and Drawings
Provides learners with insight on how to interpret contract documents and design drawings, showing how specifications, architectural intent, structural requirements, and consultant information come together — and what to do when they don’t agree.
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VI: Project Design Documents and Steel Construction
Provides learners with insight on how to interpret contract documents and design drawings, showing how specifications, architectural intent, structural requirements, and consultant information come together — and what to do when they don’t agree.
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V: Supplemental Codes, Specifications and Industry Standards
As referenced in Module 4, various resources establish the codes and specifications that shape industry standards for steel fabrication and erection. When incorporated into contract documents, these resources offer comprehensive guidance that impacts both the…
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IV: American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Steel Construction Manual
The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), established in 1921, is the leading authority on steel structure design and construction in the U.S. It promotes standardization, innovation, and excellence, providing essential resources for industry professionals.…
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