WLD 121 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 1 (stick welding)

Skill development in SMAW, oxy-acetylene cutting, understanding and practicing safe work methods in the welding shop and welding in all positions (flat, horizontal, overhead, and vertical), using the shielded metal arc process.

Credits

4

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Adhere to safety requirements and weld in a manner that demonstrates concern for safety and welfare for self, others and property

2. Cut steel to project dimensions using manual oxyacetylene cutting torch

3. Shielded Metal Arc Weld in the four standard positions at an introductory level (flat, horizontal, overhead, and vertical) on all assigned projects using SMAW welding process