LADS 134 - LADS Welding II

3 Credits
This course covers the welding of steel studs, with the FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding) and SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) processes. As well as an explanation of “Light Gage steel Certification” requirements, according to the Washington Association of Building Officials. Also covered is the Oxy-Acetylene cutting process. Industry standard, videos covering safety, and equipment care, supplement the hands on shop time with the instructor.

Course Outcomes

Identify common welding power sources, and type of wire and stick electrodes, common to the welding of coated sheet steel.
Identify condition of machine.
Adjust machine, according to thickness of steel to be welded.
Use different techniques for welding various joint designs, all out of position.
Set up, and disassemble, oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and safely make cuts on steel plate.
Understand safety issues involved in the welding and cutting processes explained in this class.