THE FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC, NASARAWA

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION, 2022/2023
SESSION
PROGRAMME : HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
CLASS : HND I MET
COURSE TITLE : JOINING & FABRICATION PROCESSES
COURSE CODE : MEM 322
INSTRUCTIONS : ANSWER FOUR (4) QUESTIONS ONLY
TIME ALLOWED : 2½ HRS

QUESTION 1
(a) What do you understand by the term “weldability of metals”?
(b) (i) What are welding electrodes?
(ii) Give the two classifications of electrodes and explain them
(c) Give five (5) functions of electrode coatings

QUESTION 2
(a) Write on the following methods of joining
(i) Soldering
(ii) Brazing
(iii) Welding
(b) (i)What is joining?
(ii)Mention the two methods of joining process and explain them

QUESTION 3
(a) Write short notes on the following welding transformers/generators including their
characteristic and advantages;
(i) A.C Welding transformer
(ii) D.C Welding transformer
(b) Explain adhesive bonding and give the various types

QUESTION 4
(a) What are the various points welding inspection should take note of in other to have a
satisfactory weld?
(b) Explain the meaning of weld defects and give three (3) classifications

QUESTION 5
Draw and label clear diagrams showing nomenclature of welds and explains all its meanings

QUESTION 6
Explain the following non-destructive tests that can be carried out on a welded joint
(i) Visual Inspection
(ii) Liquid Penetrant Testing
(iii) Magnetic Particle Testing
(iv) Radiographic Testing
(v) Ultrasonic Testing