SMAW
250 hours
In shielded metal arc welding (often referred to as stick or arc welding), students will learn how to set up and use multi-process welding equipment and accessories. Students will learn the different electrodes/rods available to carry out specific weld types. Students then will use a multi-process welding machine set up for SMAW to perform the 5 basic weld joints in all positions, as well as open root groove welds.
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Setup, usage, and safety of cutting torch, plate beveling machine, and plasma cutter
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Grinder usage and safety
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General Shop Safety
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AWS Welding symbols, terms, definitions
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Interpretation of blueprints for practical applications
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Setup and maintenance of SMAW welding equipment
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SMAW welding of the 5 typical joints in all positions
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Upon successful completion the opportunity to become a qualified welder per AWS specifications
Schedule M-F
Full-time 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Part-time 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Breakdown
SMAW1214 (Stick Welding Course)
SMAW1214.1 - Basics of Stick (3.5 weeks)
SMAW1214.2 - Advanced Stick (3.5 weeks)
Time: 250 hours
(7 weeks FT)
(14 weeks PT)
Cost: $4,494.15
Students will receive a tool bucket valued at $800 that includes, but is not limited to, the following;
Welding hood, welders cap, FR shirt, Dewalt grinder, multiple grinding disks, drivers gloves, MIG gloves, MIG pliers, striker, quick square, tape measure, stainless brush, chipping hammer, headgear (dark & clear), flapper disk, rapid strip, carbon brush, soapstone, metal bucket, crescent wrench, project calculator, flashlight, tip cleaner, safety glasses, graph paper, & ear plugs