WLD 141 Welder Qualification (Cert): SMAW

This course studies the purpose and standards of American Welding Society welder qualification tests. It also provides instruction and practice in the preparation, welding and finishing of test specimens to code standards using shielded metal arc welding processes. Course includes AWS D1.1 Welder Qualification Test.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

WLD 122 or WLD 112 and (WLD 113 or WLD 114) or instructor consent

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Explain the purpose, legal implications and functions of pre-qualified and welder qualification code tests
2. Explain the code test variables found on Procedure Qualification Data Sheets
3. Explain the extent and limitations of the applicability of a particular code test
4. Explain the difference between a procedure and pre-qualified code test
5. Correctly prepare and assemble materials to be welded to code test standards
6. Weld plate or pipe to AWS or ASME code standards using the SMAW process
7. Pass an AWS or ASME Welder Qualification Test using the SMAW process
8. Prepare to AWS or ASME standards welded-to-code coupons for guided bend testing