WELD 108 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

1. Demonstrate electric welding equipment safety. [c,e,f]
2. Identify the five basic welding joints. [e,f]
3. Identify heat input and metal distortion. [e,f]
4. Describe the capabilities of electric welding equipment. [e,f,i]
5. Weld with A.C. and D.C. current. [e,f]
6. Prepare and tack weld coupons. [e,f]
7. Make single and multipass welds. [e,f]
8. Weld in the flat, horizontal, vertical, and the overhead position. [e,f]
9. Identify SMAW electrodes and AWS electrode classification. [e,f]
10. Describe D.C. straight and reverse polarity. [e,f]
11. Describe proper electrode manipulation for each type of electrode. [e,f]
12. Describe proper correct technique for each welding position and electrode type. [e,f]
13. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b,e]
14. Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to course. [a]

Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

AWS electrode identification Code

AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code visual acceptance criteria for weldments

Polarities and Currents

Base Metal Identification for Steels

Duty Cycle

Weld Defects and Discontinuities

Welding Procedure Specifications

Welding Safety

Weld Joint Geometry

Weld Bevels by hand and machine

Hand Weld manipulation for various weld types

 
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