WT 111 - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 55
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) theory of operation and safety requirements. Covers SMAW electrode selection based on the AWS electrode classification system and includes an introduction to hands-on welding techniques in the shop setting.

Prerequisite: CSS 103 with a D or higher or concurrent enrollment.
General Education Requirements:

Fulfills Think General Education Requirement

Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Understand the theory of operation and the equipment used in the SMAW process.
Demonstrate correct use of SMAW equipment and safety practices.
Demonstrate an understanding of the AWS electrode classification system.
Demonstrate manual techniques for making welds using the SMAW process.
Demonstrate correct shop procedures (safety, housekeeping, equipment).
Demonstrate use of proper welding-related terminology as applied to SMAW processes.
PROGRAM OUTCOME: Demonstrate safe and healthy of welding practices.

Course Contents

SMAW equipment setup and principles of operation.
Correct use of SMAW equipment and safety practices.
AWS electrode classification system.
Manual techniques for making welds using the SMAW process.
Correct shop procedures (safety, housekeeping, equipment).
Use of proper welding-related terminology as applied to SMAW processes.

Instructional Units: 5