Description:
During the course of this class many performance tests will be administered with a focus on welding with 6010 – 6011 – 6013 – 7018 – 7024 electrodes in the Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) welding process culminating in the D1.1 structural steel limited plate test. Metal Inert Gas Welding (MIG) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) will be taught with certification offered in both first and second year curriculums. Pipe fitting and pipe welding on Schedule 40 6” pipe in the 2G – 5G – 6G positions will be practiced in the second year. Using Tungsten Inert Gas Welding on carbon, stainless, and aluminum plate, tests will also be practiced for advanced students. Plasma Arc Cutting and Carbon Arc Cutting will be introduced and practiced throughout the two-year program
Curriculum:
Safety
Equipment Operation
Oxygen- Acetylene Safe Set Up
Electrical Safety
SMAW Flat Pos. Horz. Rod I.D./ Uses
SMAW Vertical- O.H. Paddle/Plate Tests Certification
Math for Welders
Blueprint Reading for Welders
Welding Workbook
Fabrication Techniques
GMAW (Gas, Metal Arc Welding)
FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding)
Blacksmithing Techniques
SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
Plasma Cutting
Carbon Arc Cutting
Pipefitting/ Pipe Welding
GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)
Certifications:
American Welding Society
NCCER
Articulation Agreement:
Southern Maine Community College
Suggested Integrated Academic Credit:
Fine Arts
Math
Career Opportunities:
Certified Structural Welder
Pipe Fitter / Pipe Welder
Fabrication Shop Specialist
Owner / Operator Of Your Own Welding Shop
Welder Helper
Quality Control Weld Inspector
Requirements:
Long Pants
Closed Toe Leather Boots
Positive Attendance History