Shielded Metal ARC Basic (Stick) WELD 0104

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:

• Describe the SMAW process.
• Describe power sources for SMAW.
• Identify the steps necessary in a welding station inspection.
• Identify the dangers of electric shock in welding processes.
• Describe safety rules for operating electric welding machines.
• Identify types of currents and their applications.
• Describe the effects of the volt-ampere curve on the welding arc.
• Describe AC and DC welding machines.
• Identify electrode holders, ground clamps and welding cables.
• Describe the action of the SMAW electrode.
• Identify the types and functions of SMAW electrode coatings.
• Describe the four main types of SMAW electrodes.
• Identify the most commonly used SMAW electrodes and their applications.
• Describe basic care, handling and storage procedures for these electrodes.
• Identify the five basic joints and their many variations.
• Identify basic weld faults, their causes and way to avoid them.
• Identify types of distortion and how to control it.
• Strike an arc using both the tap and the scratch method.
• Weld stringer and weave beads in the flat position.
• Perform fillet welds on lap and tee joints in various positions as determined by the Instructor.

Effective as of Fall 2003

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