WELD 206 - Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding

1. Describe differences in currents and polarities; AC,DC Reverse and DC Straight. [e,f]
2. Explain how to safely use SMAW equipment. [e,f]
3. Describe the AWS electrode identification system for SMA process. [e,f]
4. Perform fillet welds on 1” plate (21-bead Multi-pass) in horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. [e,f]
5. Describe how to control magnetic arc blow in DC welding of groove welds. [e,f]
6. Prepare and tack groove welds as to AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Code. [e,f]
7. Perform 3/8” and 1” Groove welds as per AWS and ASME Code, in all positions. [e,f]
8. Perform air carbon arc gouging on steel groove welds. [e,f]
9. Describe heat input and metal warpage and distortion. [e,f]
10. Describe methods of destructive and non-destructive testing. [e,f]
11. Attain readiness to take American Welding Society certification exam [e,f]
12. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b,e]
13. 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 f for weldments
• Polarities and Currents
• Base Metal Identification for Steels
• Duty Cycle
• Weld Defects and Discontinuities
• Welding Procedure Specification documents
• Welding Safety
• Weld Joint Geometry
• Weld Bevels by hand and machine
• Hand Weld manipulation for various weld types