Part 4: Axe Fabrication Tack weld both sides of the axe head to the handle. File the axe head and the tack welds into a realistically shaped axe. With a hacksaw and small file, cut a notch in the blade of the axe. The notch needs to fit over the stump to look like the axe is stuck in. Part 5: Stump and Axe Assembly Place the axe notch over the top of the stump Tack weld the axe to the stump in a manner that the attaching weld is not obvious. Part 6: Finishing Using a wire wheel or wire brush, polish all surfaces, removing welding tarnish and discoloration. Apply finish coat. Options for finish could include spray paint, powder coating, or oil blackening. Assessment Consider co-creating the assessment criteria with your students at the beginning of the activity/ project. You may want to include the following: Pipe length is correct. Stump sits flat and level. Axe is shaped realistically. Welds do not contain porosity. Finishing work was done correctly. Safe work habits were displayed.
Part 4: Axe Fabrication Tack weld both sides of the axe head to the handle. File the axe head and the tack welds into a realistically shaped axe. With a hacksaw and small file, cut a notch in the blade of the axe. The notch needs to fit over the stump to look like the axe is stuck in. Part 5: Stump and Axe Assembly Place the axe notch over the top of the stump Tack weld the axe to the stump in a manner that the attaching weld is not obvious. Part 6: Finishing Using a wire wheel or wire brush, polish all surfaces, removing welding tarnish and discoloration. Apply finish coat. Options for finish could include spray paint, powder coating, or oil blackening. Assessment Consider co-creating the assessment criteria with your students at the beginning of the activity/ project. You may want to include the following: Pipe length is correct. Stump sits flat and level. Axe is shaped realistically. Welds do not contain porosity. Finishing work was done correctly. Safe work habits were displayed.