GS 1204 - Bench Metal Work I

Institution:

Murray State College

Subject:

Description:

Prerequisite: None. This course is a study of the care and use of common bench tools as they apply to the field of gunsmithing. The use of the sensitive drill press, the basics of forging, heat treatment, non-fusion bonding techniques (i.e. brazing, silver soldering and soft soldering), semi-precision layout and the use of the oxyacetylene torch will also be covered. The student will develop skills with common hand tools and gunsmithing bench techniques through the construction of common gunsmithing tools. Two lecture and six laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.mscok.edu

Phone Number:

(580) 371-2371

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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