WELD 272 - Advanced Gas Metal (MIG) Welding II

1. Demonstrate the proper safety procedures in Gas Metal Arc welding. [e,f]
2. Learn proper AWS Standard Welding Terms and Definition. [e,f]
3. Perform weld restarts that are smooth and even with GMAW using short circuiting transfer equipment on mild steel. [e,f]
4. Perform lap, and tee joint welds with GMAW using short circuiting transfer equipment on mild steel in the vertical up, vertical down and overhead position. [e,f]
5. Perform square groove welds with GMAW using short circuiting transfer equipment on mild steel in the vertical up, vertical down and overhead position. [e,f]
6. Perform lap, and tee joint welds with GMAW using spray equipment on thick mild steel in the flat and horizontal position. [e,f]
7. Perform V-Groove welds with GMAW using spray equipment on thick mild steel in the flat position. [e,f]
8. Perform lap, tee and groove welds with GMAW equipment on aluminum. [e,f]
9. Understand welding procedure specifications (WPS) and be able to follow them. [e,f]
10. Understand the basic metallurgical properties of steel and aluminum and how they are affected by welding. [e,f]
11. Understand the significance of the suffix in GMAW electrode selection. [e,f]
12. Prepare to create a workmanship sample weldment for GMAW following the AWS provided prints. (those samples meeting AWS standards can be used for AWS SENSE certification). [e,f]
13. Gain insight into the Certification for AWS welders. [e,f]
14. Attain readiness to take American Welding Society certification exam. [e,f]
15. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b,e]
16. Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to course. [a]

Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes

(Note: All performance welds should meet AWS D1.1 Standards or AWS EG2.0 Standards.)
*The actual objectives covered during the semester may vary slightly from the above.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

• NCGA (National Cylinder Gas Association) Code
• Safety Devices
• Color Codes
• Check Valve devices
• AWS (American Welding Society) filler material code
• ANSI/ASC Z49.1 Code Brazing filler materials
• Cutting/Welding Tip selection
• Fluxes
• Welding symbols
• Weld defects and discontinuities