WS101-1: Shielded Metal Arc Welding I.

Students will learn how to clean and prepare all types of base metals for cutting or welding. Students will learn to identify and explain weld imperfections and causes and will understand non-destructive examination practices, visual inspection criteria, welder qualification tests, and the importance of quality workmanship. They will learn how to check for joint misalignment and poor fit and will know how to select and prepare metal for the welding process to ensure a quality weld. The student will learn about SMAW welding and welding safety, including how to connect welding current, setup arc welding equipment and the use of tools for cleaning welds. They will learn about electrode characteristics and different types of filler metals. The course covers proper storage and control of filler metals, identifies the use of codes, and explains groove welds and v-groove welds and how to set up welding equipment for these techniques. Students will learn how to make groove welds with backing and the procedures for making flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead groove welds. Procedures for making flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead open V-groove weld are discussed. Students will learn how to accomplish a quality weld on an open V configuration SMAW equipment.