Transcript title

SMAW

Credits

4

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

80

Lecture hours

20

Lab hours

60

Prerequisites with concurrency

MFG 107.

Course Description

Introduces specialized work in shielded metal arc welding of various joint configurations and structural shapes. Covers advanced concepts and utilization of the shielded metal arc welding process and practical applications for the shielded metal arc welding process.

Course learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate safe practices in the MATC Welding Lab using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) processes.
2. Model appropriate set up, maintenance, and use of SMAW equipment.
3. Weld common joint assemblies using SMAW processes to welding industry standards.
4. Evaluate SMAW welds using advanced level evaluation processes and practices in accordance with welding industry standards.

Content outline

1. Safe operation and proper setup of SMAW equipment
2. Proper selection of SMAW electrodes for various ferrous and non-ferrous metals
3. Applications of SMAW in various industries
4. Alternative uses of SMAW processes in specialized applications

Required materials

This class requires the purchase of safety equipment, reference books, measurement equipment, and tools.