WELD-110: Shielded Metal Arc Welding

School
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development
Division
Adv Manufacturing/Fabrication
Department
Welding
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Welding
Course Number
110
Course Title
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
77.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
77.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
Instructor permission
Catalog Course Description

Examines the theory and practical operation of shielded metal arc welding in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead welding position. Emphasizes safety protocols, machine settings, and filler metals.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Safety protocols.
  2. SMAW welding machine.
  3. Filler metals.
  4. Flat position welding.
  5. Horizontal position welding.
  6. Vertical welding position.
  7. Overhead Welding Position
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  1. Use Welding Lab Safety protocols.
  2. Demonstrate proper set-up of SMAW welding machine.
  3. Describe various filler metals.
  4. Utilize flat position welding.
  5. Utilize horizontal position welding.
  6. Utilize vertical position welding.
  7. Utilize overhead position welding.
  8. Perform multiple welds using proper welding technique for a given weldment.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement

Quizzes and grading rubric using the American Welding Society criteria for visual inspection.

Outcomes

Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Effective Term
Fall 2022