Blacksmith - Curriculum for common programme subject Vg2 (SME2-01)

Blacksmithing

• perform all-round heating processes and forging techniques
• elaborate on the structure, qualities and areas of use for steel and metals associated with blacksmithing
• forge-weld and master different modern welding methods with selection of solder and flux for different types of steel, forging techniques and relative strength
• master different material joining methods and scaling of their own forging work
• use and maintenance of machine hammers, hand tools, machines and equipment
• explain blacksmithing’s artistic-historic development and use an understanding of aesthetics in their own work
• elaborate on the foundation and installation of machines, tools and equipment for their own forging work
• use digital tools to document and present their own forging work
• keep the workplace in order and take care of regulations relevant to environment, health and safety