WELD 22D - Arc Welding I

							                            Maui Community College
                                Course Outline



   1. Alpha and Number               WELD 22D

      Course Title                   Arc Welding I

      Credits                        2

      Date of Outline                March 17, 2004


      Course Description             Introduces the theory of Shielded Metal Arc
                                     Welding (SMAW) of ferrous metals in the
                                     flat and horizontal positions. Develops
                                     practical skills in SMAW techniques and
                                     emphasizes safe equipment operation
                                     procedures.


   2. Contact Hours/Type             4 hours lec/lab


   4. Prerequisites                  WELD 22C or consent

      Corequisites

      Recommended Preparation




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5. General Course Objectives

   Develops skills in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) of ferrous metals in the
   flat and horizontal positions. Requires safe care and use of hand and power tools
   in practical applications in the shop.

6. Specific Course Objectives, Competencies, and Learner Outcomes
   For assessment purposes, these are linked to #7. Recommended Course Content.

   Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

   a. identify arc welding equipment components
   b. describe safety procedures
   c. explain the SMAW process
   d. list potential welding hazards
   e. define AWS electrode classification system
   f. explain and demonstrate electrode storage procedures
   g. determine correct polarity
   h. perform SMAW equipment safety inspection
   i. operate SMAW equipment
   j. select proper electrode
   k. perform flat fillet welds
   l. perform flat groove welds
   m. perform horizontal fillet welds
   n. perform horizontal groove welds


7. Recommended Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
   Linked to #6. Specific Course Objectives, Competencies, and Learner Outcomes.

   2-4 Weeks   Safety and basic tools ( a-g)
   11-13 Weeks Shop exercises and projects (h-n)

8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, Auxiliary Materials and Content

   Required Text: Essentials of Welding, Raymond J. Sacks, Glencoe

   Reference Book: Welding Fundamentals, Mike Gellerman, Delmar
   Welding Skills, R.T. Miller, American Technical Publishers

9. Recommended Course Requirements and Evaluation

   Quizzes, midterms and final exams 30-50%
   Lab Exercises.                    50-70%
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10. Methods of Instruction

   Instruction is self paced: utilizes written and reading exercises, video supported
   demonstrations, live demonstrations, hands-on project work, and individual and
   group discussion as required.