Jul 13, 2025  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

MWT 1020 - Shop Orientation and Safety Welding



Clock Hours: 18

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
The goal of this course it to provide knowledge of fundamental safety practices for the welding/cutting industries 

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of: 

  • Describe the three classifications of burns and the steps that should be taken to treat them. 

  • Describe the dangers the three types of burns pose to welding and how to protect 

yourself and others from harm. 

  • Explain how to avoid vison and hearing injuries 

  • Using an applicable chart, student must be able to select the proper protective shades for a given welding/cutting process 

  • List the safety points that are necessary for selecting respiratory protection for a given 

situation/application. 

  • Describe the available types of respiratory protective equipment (PPE) 

  • Explain how avoid dangerous fumes and particles through proper ventilation of the 

work area 

  • Explain the purpose of MSDS/MDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and where they can be 

found for review. 

  • Discuss the benefits of recycling waste materials 

  • Describe the kinds of proper work clothing that would be acceptable in a shop setting 

  • Describe the Personal Protective Equipment/PPE (Clothing/Footwear) worn by welders 

to protect exposed skin and feet. 

  • Explain the proper way to handle, secure and store gas cylinders 

  • Discuss how to prevent welding related fires. 

  • Explain why planned, preventative maintenance is important to equipment upkeep 

  • Describe the common types of power hand tools used in welding 

  • Explain the proper protocol for extension cord use and how to employ proper electrical safety practices 

  • Describe common machinery/equipment used in the cutting of metal 

  • Explain proper lifting techniques for heavy objects 

  • List the rules for ladder safety