This book provides a comprehensive view of the sheet metal industry and the work involved in it. This write-in text includes up-to-date information on the tools, materials, and processes used in the industry. It includes an overview of sheet metal history and sheet metal uses. An in-depth safety chapter addresses safety precautions to follow when working with sheet metal. The text focuses on the tools and specific tasks of sheet metal work. Processes covered include joining, drilling, punching, fastening, drawing, and pattern development. The text also includes experiments and projects, for hands-on learning.