Credits: 3Description Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and cutting of mild steel, teaches students some skill in welding flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
Student Learning Outcomes
Follow proper safety precautions for shielded metal arc welding and plasma arc cutting processes.
Identify the equipment and controls for SMAW and plasma arc cutting.
Properly and safely set up and operate SMAW and plasma arc cutting equipment.
Safely make good welds on mild steel in various positions with shielded metal arc welding equipment.
Safely make good cuts on various types and thicknesses of metal using plasma arc cutting equipment.