31442314Arc Welding Theory
Course Information
Description
Emphasizes welding theory, safe use of welding equipment, hand and power tools, oxy-fuel and plasma arc cutting, AWS joint, weld procedures, and defects and their causes. Electrical applications, effects of welding machine power sources, electrode selection and welding symbols will also be covered. 
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Identify safe practices according to ANSI Z49.1
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Product and/or Test

  2. Demonstrate appropriate machine set-up for various welding and cutting processes
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration

  3. Interpret common welding symbols
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Product, Verbal, and/or Test

  4. Identify appropriate consumables for various welding applications
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Product and/or Test

  5. Assess the various destructive (DT) and nondestructive test (NDT) methods used in the welding/fabrication industry
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Product and/or Test

  6. Recommend appropriate weld inspection criteria to a prescribed code
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Product and/or Verbal

  7. Pass a mock exam of the CWI Part A exam with a 70% score
    Assessment Strategies
    Test

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