Courses

This course is an introduction to welding techniques with a focus on field work using stick/shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Measuring, cutting, and grinding will be covered with a focus on flame cutting, material preparation, and joining steel. Students will develop welding safety awareness and the knowledge of welding power sources, polarities, principles of operation, and electrode identification. Maintenance of SMAW equipment will be covered. Students will work toward passing a bend test of a flat stick weld.