Course Description

Building on the skills and knowledge learned from WPT 130, this course provides students with advanced theory and application of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) moving into vertical and overhead positions. Topics include weld quality, inspection, power sources, and troubleshooting. Students will also learn the basics of carbon arc cutting, hard surfacing and plasma cutting. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

6

Lecture Hours

0

Lab Hours

6

Required Prerequisites

CMT 100 or WPT 115, WPT 130

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Define and use advanced terminology common to the welding trade as defined by the American Welding Society (AWS).

Application:

• Demonstrate proper handling, setup, and adjustment of SMAW equipment for complex joint designs and advanced applications.

Integration:

• Demonstrate the ability to complete welds on steel in the flat, horizontal, and vertical positions with the SMAW process using various industry standard welding electrodes.

Human Dimension:

• Recognize and articulate the importance of weld quality on the health, safety, and welfare of the public.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Evaluate their personal impact on the quality of the projects and maintain industry-standard quality control.

Learning How to Learn:

• Evaluate the efficacy of different welding processes, consumables, and parameters for hypothetical and non-standard applications and materials.