WLD 197 Welding

1. Demonstrate the basic technical information related to basic arc welding fundamentals.
2. Demonstrate the correct setup and operation of arc welding equipment.
3. Demonstrate basic skills and techniques concerning flat, horizontal, and vertical welding positions.
4. Demonstrate, the steps required to visually inspect a weld.
5. Demonstrate basic skills and techniques used with A.C. and D.C. current.
6. Demonstrate the correct method of identifying arc welding electrodes.
7. Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the safety practices that must be employed when using oxyacetylene welding and cutting equipment.
8. Demonstrate, through written and practical knowledge, basic oxyacetylene welding, brazing and cutting skills.
9. Demonstrate the knowledge and skill required to troubleshoot and correct problems involving oxyacetylene welds, oxy cutting and welding equipment.
10. Demonstrate, through laboratory practices, the correct manner in which to adjust the oxyacetylene flame for different welding conditions.
11. Demonstrate various welds through completion of assigned welds.
12. Demonstrate, through lecture materials, the correct method of identifying oxyacetylene filler materials.

• Oxyacetylene Welding Fundamentals
  • Joining metals using the oxyacetylene welding flame
  • Brazing and braze welding metals
  • Welding positions
  • Types of weld joints
• Oxyacetylene Welding
  • Principles and procedures
  • Welding equipment
  • Welding supplies
  • Safety in handling
• Oxyacetylene Cutting
  • Principles and procedures
• Electric Arc Welding
  • Principles of arc welding
  • Arc welding equipment
  • Arc welding supplies
  • Safety in arc welding
  • Names of the various parts of the weld
  • Properties of metals
  • Repairing car or truck frames