Apr 26, 2024  
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WEL 3050 - Expert Shield Metal Arc Weld II



Clock Hours: 56

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: WEL 1080 Entry Shield Metal Arc Welding I, WEL 2070 Entry Shield Metal Arc Welding II, WEL 2080 Expert Shield Metal Arc Welding I

Industry Certifications NCCER Welding Level Three Certificate

Course Description:
The goal of this course is the continuation of Shielded Metal Arc Welding related theory and practices for the joining of stainless steel plate and the addition of stainless steel pipe. Fillet and groove welds are performed in all positions, using stainless steel electrodes, Grading and testing is in conformance with NCCER criteria for visual testing, and NCCER Criteria for destructive testing using Guided Bend and Fillet Break Tests.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Course Competencies:

1. Identify and explain stainless steel metallurgy.

2. Identify and explain the selection of electrodes for welding stainless steel.

3. Explain welding variations for stainless steel.

4. Prepare SMAW equipment for stainless steel welds.

5. Explain open-root V-groove welds on stainless steel plate.

6. Make open-root V-groove welds on stainless steel plate in the following positions using SMAW equipment and electrodes:

  • 1G
  • 2G
  • 3G
  • 4G

7. Explain open-root V-groove welds on stainless steel pipe.

8. Make open-root V-groove welds on stainless steel pipe in the following positions using SMAW equipment and electrodes:

  • 1G-ROTATED
  • 2G
  • 5G
  • 6G