WELD 102 - Exploratory Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Credits: 1

Addresses safety in arc welding, welding terms and definitions and electrode selection. Includes striking an arc and running boards.

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 10 Lab Hours: 5
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

Understand the theory of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).
1. Discuss the significance of this welding process in manufacturing and industry.
2. Discuss relationships with other welding processes.
Demonstrate appropriate safety practices and procedures.
1. Discuss the value of the use of safety equipment.
2. Identify proper protective equipment.
3. Apply safety procedures in all laboratory activities.
Demonstrate appropriate equipment operation.
1. Discuss the importance of proper equipment set-up.
2. Apply proper procedures when setting up equipment.
Demonstrate proper techniques to complete tack welds.
1. Discuss the value of proper body positioning, visual factors, material prep and positioning, and tacking.
2. Strike an arc, and apply tack welds.