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WDF-0105 Hand, Measuring and Layout Tools

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder task 24- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 5

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- select, use and maintain hand tools.- select, use and maintain measuring instruments.- select and use layout tools.- identify the various steel structural shapes.

Theory:

1. Identify the types of hand tools and describe their applications, use, care andstorage.- pliers- chisels and punches- wrenches

- offset- sockets- adjustable- open end- combination- box end- allen- pipe- speed

- vices- pipe- soft jaw- swivel

- straight edges- screwdrivers- files- bolt cutters

- hammers and mallets- ball peen- cross peen- engineers- sledge- torque wrenches- sequence

- torque multipliers- reamers- chain hoists- jacks- tubing tools

- flaring- bending- cutting- annealing

- electrode bag- punches

- center- prick- pin- line up bars (draft pins)- connecting bar

2. Describe the imperial and metric measuring systems and their use in the trade.

3. Identify measuring tools and instruments and describe their parts, applications andprocedures for use.- square

- bevel- measuring tape- t-square - compass - protractor- builders level- depth gauge- feeler gauge- laser level- fillet gauge- magnetic level- micrometer- plumb bob- scribers- spirit level- stop watch

- straight edge- try square- vernier caliper- welding gauge- water level- chalk line- trammel points- dividers- combination square

4. Identify and describe the various steel structural shapes.- beams

- H - WF- WWF- S

- channels- standard- miscellaneous

- types of bars- types of plate - angles - pipe - tubing- terminology

- leg- web- flange, etc

- determination of sizes- fractional- decimal- weight per linear ft.

- method of stipulating dimensions

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meetthe objectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are providedas suggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevantactivities. Suggested learning activities include:

1. Identify and select various hand tools.

2. Check a framing square for accuracy.

3. Divide a circle.

4. Lay out a weld gauge.

5. Lay out a drill gauge.

6. Lay out a parallel clamp.

7. Lay out a coupon grinding clamp.

8. Identify structural shapes.

9. Estimate weight of common structural shapes.

WDF-1110 Hand and Power Cutting Tools

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis::- Welder tasks 29, 31 and 32- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 6

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of cutting tools, their applications, care and use.

Theory:

1. Describe hand shears, their applications and procedures for correct use.- cutting techniques

- sheet metal in a straight line - circles- angular shapes

2. Describe power shears and nibblers, their applications and procedures for correctuse.- cutting techniques

- sheet metal in a straight line - circles- angular shapes

3. Describe squaring shears, their applications and procedures for correct use.- parts of the shear - type of blade

4. Describe hand hacksaws, their applications and procedures for correct use.- parts of the saw - type of blade

5. Describe electrical metal-cutting band saws, their applications and procedures forcorrect use.- parts of the saw - type of blade

6. Describe abrasive saws, their applications and procedures for correct use.- type of disc - maintenance

Practical:


1. Use cutting tools.- hand hacksaw - cold chisel - hand shears- band saw- abrasive saw- power shears- squaring shears

WDF-1115 Drilling, Threading and Fastening

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- select and sharpen drills.- make threads using taps and dies.- use clamps- use power drills, drill presses, and magnetic-base drills

Theory:

1. Identify the types of drills, and describe their applications, use and care. - parts- sharpening

2. Describe the use and care of hand power drills, drill presses, and magnetic-baseddrills.

3. Describe taps and dies, their applications, use and care.- external - internal

4. Identify the types of clamps, and describe their applications, use and care.

Practical:


1. Sharpen a drill.

2. Use C-clamps and adjustable clamps.

3. Use hand power drills, drill presses, and magnetic-base drills.

4. Make external threads with a die.

5. Make internal threads with a tap.

WDF-1120 Grinding and Finishing

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- dress a grinding wheel.- select and use portable grinders.- select and use portable sanders.- use stationary grinders

Theory:

1. Describe grinding wheels, their applications and use. - types of dressers- procedures used to dress

2. Describe the use of portable grinders.- type of abrasive - grit - speed - attachments- accessories

3. Describe the use of portable sanders.- type of abrasive - grit - speed - attachments- accessories

4. Describe the use of stationary grinders.- speed - bond - grit - attachments- accessories- tool rest adjustment

Practical:


1. Use a wheel dresser.

2. Grind metal parts with a portable grinder.

3. Grind metal parts with a stationary grinder.

4. Sand metal with a sander.

5. Install grinding wheels.

WDF-1125 Bending and Rolling

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- use electric and mechanical equipment to bend and roll metal.- use manual equipment to bend and roll metal.

Theory:

1. Identify the types of electric, mechanical and manual equipment used to bend androll metal, and describe their applications, care and use. - tonnage - spacing - clearance - calculations - bending procedures - rolling procedures

Practical:


1. Roll sheet metal to specified dimensions using manual equipment.

2. Use manual equipment to roll a cone.

3. Use a pan brake to make a pan.

4. Make a 90° bend in a 1¼" pipe using OAW equipment.

5. Twist a 3/8" square bar stock a predetermined number of turns.

6. Make a frame with an angle measuring 1" x 1" x 1/8".

WDF-1130 Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis: - Welder task 44, 45 & 46- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 7

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and use oxy-fuel equipment.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to set-up oxy-fuel equipment. - cleaning - threads - pressure - fuel gas - oxygen

2. Describe the procedures for use of oxy-fuel equipment to cut:- sheet metal- plate- structural shapes- pipe

3. Describe the procedures for use of automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut plate.

Practical:


1. List the safety rules for using oxy-fuel equipment.

2. Set-up oxy-fuel equipment.- propane- acetylene

3. Cut various steel structural shapes using manual flame-cutting equipment.

4. Cut steel plate and pipe using automatic flame-cutting equipment.

5. Cut a square hole in 3/8" plate.

6. Cut a 30/ bevel on 3/8" plate.

7. Pierce a 2 1/2" diameter hole in 3/8" plate.

WDF-1135 SMAW 1 - Set-up

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and maintain an arc.- establish an electric arc.- deposit a weld bead.- cut metal.

Theory:

1. Describe the terminology associated with arc welding.- mild steel and low alloy steel electrodes- AC & DC - Arc Blow- duty cycle- rated amperage- thawing pipes- striking and maintain an arc- stringer and weave beads

2. Describe the SMAW process.- general precautions- equipment and accessories- electrodes- codes and standards

3. Describe the set up and maintenance of welding equipment used in the SMAW process.- welder’s helmet - electrode holder - ground clamp - type of machine and components- brush - chipping hammer - polarity

4. Describe characteristics and applications of different power sources.

- AC transformers- AC/DC rectifiers- DC generators- engine drive (gasoline, diesel)- inverters

5. Describe the procedures and equipment used for set up- ground clamp and/or terminal lug- electrode holder - electrode selection- current- polarity settings- arc length- travel speed- electrode angles- work and travel angles

6. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an electric arc.- sequence (steps in the arc welding process)- control - maintenance - stopping and restarting - length

7. Describe the procedures used to deposit a weld bead.- selection of electrode - stringer - weave - speed - spatter loss and electrode stub - angle - handling- inspection

- appearance - lack of fusion

8. Describe the procedures used to cut metals using the SMAW process.

Practical:


1. Set up welding equipment and check the various external components.

2. Tack weld with E41011 (E6011) and E48018 (E7018) electrodes.

3. Deposit stringer beads and welds with E41010 (E6010) or E41011 (E6011) andE48018 (E7018) electrodes.

4. Deposit weave beads with E41010 (E6010), E41011 (E6011) and E48018 (E7018)electrodes.

5. Perform buildup with E41010 (E6010) or E41011 (E6011) and E48018 (E7018)electrodes.

WDF-1140 SMAW 2 - Fillet Weld All Positions F-3

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:-- fillet weld mild steel in all positions using the SMAW process with F-3 class

electrodes.- perform weld tests.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the SMAW process.

2. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the flatposition.- tee - lap- corner joints

- size - destructive testing

3. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the horizontalposition.- tee (multi pass)- lap (single pass)

- plug - corner joints

- strength - tack - composite

4. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the upwardvertical position.- tee - lap - corner joints

- electrode - angle

5. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the overheadposition.- tee - lap - corner joints

- force of gravity - limitations - adjustment - body stance

6. Describe the procedures used to test welds.

7. Describe weld faults- slag inclusions - lack of penetration - porosity

Practical:


1. Run stringer beads in all positions.

2. Perform fillet welds on T-joint and lap joint using F-3 electrodes.

WDF-1145 SMAW 3 - Fillet Weld All Positions F-4 Mild Steel

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:-- fillet weld mild steel in all positions using the SMAW process with F-4 class

electrodes- perform weld tests

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the SMAW process.

2. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the flatposition.- tee - lap- corner joints

- size - destructive testing

3. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the horizontalposition.- tee (multi pass)- lap (single pass)- corner joints

- strength - tack - plug - composite

4. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the upwardvertical position.- tee - lap - corner joints

- electrode - angle

- slag inclusions - lack of penetration - porosity

5. Describe the procedures used to perform fillet welds on mild steel in the overheadposition.- tee - lap - corner joints

- force of gravity - limitations - adjustment - body stance


Practical:


1. Run stringer beads in all positions.

2. Perform fillet welds on T-joint and lap joint using F-4 electrodes.

WDF-1150 GMAW 1 - Set-up

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up GMAW equipment, strike and maintain an arc.- disassembly and reassembly GMAW welding systems- perform weld tests

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the GMAW process.

2. Describe the GMAW process.- general precautions- equipment and accessories

- shielding gas and regulators- electrode wire - gun- feeder- electrode extension- power source - nozzle- cable- pulsed arc machines

- assembly of equipment- metal transfer- polarity- arc voltage- slope and adjustment- inductance- welding variables and effects- welding voltage and current- travel speed- penetration- travel and work angles- manipulation- maintenance of tube

- codes and standards

3. Describe the procedures used for disassembly and reassembly and care of GMAWwelding equipment.- troubleshooting

4. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an arc. - starting and stopping the weld

- finishing end of the joint- power source- filler metal - adjustment- shielded gases (pre and post weld)- feed rolls- gun- variables- stick-out- speed - maintenance- common faults

5. List the various gases and gas mixtures and describe their applications.- conventional and pulse transfer

- starting and stopping- travel angles- end of weld


7. Describe weld faults. - slag inclusions

- lack of penetration - porosity

Practical:


1. Set up GMAW equipment.

2. Change the electrode wire guide.

3. Adjust and check the flow meter.

4. Deposit fillet welds on mild steel of various thicknesses using the GMAWprocesses.

WDF-1155 GTAW 1 - Set-up

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up equipment, strike and maintain an arc.- perform weld tests.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the GTAW process.

2. Describe the GTAW process.- general precautions- equipment and accessories

- pulsed arc machines- sycrowave machines - the GTAW torch- flowmeter

- electrodes- gas cups- conditioning of the thoriated electrode

- current requirement- shielding gases- travel and work angles- filler rods- joint types and their preparation- edge preparations- weld types- methods of transfer- codes and standards

2. List various types of gas mixtures and describe their applications.- purging gases- shielding gases

3. Describe the procedures used for disassembly and reassembly and care of GTAWwelding equipment.

4. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an arc. - conventional and pulse transfer welding


Practical:


1. Set up GTAW equipment, strike and maintain an arc

2. Change the electrode collet and collet body.

3. Adjust and check the flowmeter.

WDF-1160 Plasma Arc Cutting & Gouging

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and operate plasma arc equipment.- cut stainless steel.- cut aluminum.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the plasma arc process.

2. Describe the plasma arc process.- general precautions- types of torches - types of arcs - shielding gases - electrodes - power source - codes and standards- procedures to set up equipment and check its operation

3. Describe the procedures used to cut various thicknesses of steel. - structural shapes - plate- pipe

4. Describe the procedures used to cut stainless steel. - sheet - plate- pipe

5. Describe the procedures used to cut aluminum. - sheet - plate - structural shapes

6. Describe the process used to set up and operate equipment for gouging. - carbon steel- stainless steel- aluminum - copper

Practical:


1. Set up equipment, check its operation, and check the torch.

2. Cut steel of various thicknesses.

3. Cut stainless steel of various thicknesses.

4. Cut aluminum of various thicknesses.

5. Gouge mild steel.

WDF-1165 Stud Welding and Spot Welding

NOA Reference:

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder task 60- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 7

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- stud weld.- spot weld on sheet metal.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with the stud weld and spot weld process.

2. Describe the stud weld process. - general precautions- principles of operation - equipment - weld quality - variables

3. Describe the procedures used to stud weld.

4. Describe the spot weld process. - general precautions- principles of operation - equipment - weld quality- types of joints

5. Describe the procedures used to spot weld on sheet metal.

Practical:


1. Set up and check stud weld equipment.

2. Weld studs of various diameters.

3. Set up and check spot weld equipment.

4. Spot weld sheet metal.

WDF-0170 Blueprint Reading 1 (Basic)

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate a basic knowledge of blueprints, shop drawings and sketches and

their use in the trade.

Theory:

1. Identify the various types of lines used on blueprints and describe theirapplications.- centre - hidden - dimension - extension - object - break

- long- short

2. Identify the various views and describe their purpose.- front - right side - left side - top - bottom - back- section- detailed

3. Identify notes and specifications and describe their purpose.- parts of objects - drawing titles - revisions - drawing numbers

4. Identify sectioning practices and describe their purpose.- enlarged

- isometric - auxiliary - rotation - developed- detail

5. Identify and interpret common abbreviations and symbols.- supplementary symbols - outdated and preferred symbols - references- location of symbols on drawings

Practical:


1. Identify the basic lines used in drafting.

2. Identify the various elements in blueprints.- views- notes and spectifications- sections- common symbols and abbreviations.

WDF-1175 Blueprint Reading 2 (Welding Symbols)

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- Interpret welding abbreviations and symbols.

Theory:

1. Identify common welding abbreviations and describe their applications.- back gouging - melt through - finishing - processes

2. Identify and interpret the symbols for fillet welds.- pitch - dimension - shape- finishing

3. Identify and interpret the symbols for groove welds.- preparation - preparation depth - root spacing - preparation angle

4. Identify and interpret the symbols for melt-through welds.- root spacing - preparation angle - backing - fusible inserts

5. Identify and Interpret the symbols for plug welds.- dimensions - bevel angle - filler thickness - number

- pitch - shape

6. Identify and interpret weld finishing symbols.- grinding - machining - chipping - laminating - hammering- rolling- unspecified

7. Identify and interpret pipe welding symbols.- dimensions- pipe layout

- determine methods of representing layout- symbols

Practical:


1. Locate and interpret abbreviations and symbols relevant to the trade.- fillet welds- groove welds- melt through- weld finishing

WDF-1180 Blueprint Reading 3 (Advanced/CAD)

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- interpret dual dimensions.- interpret international symbols.- interpret test and inspection symbols- demonstrate knowledge of the basics of computer-aided drafting

Theory:

1. Describe dual dimensions and their use in the trade.- variation - flexibility - accuracy - disadvantages.

2. Identify and interpret international symbols.

3. Identify and interpret test and inspection symbols.- visual inspection - ultrasound - X-rays - dye penetrates - OSD symbols - dimensioning- eddy current- magnetic particle- acoustic emissions- leak test

4. Describe computer-aided drafting and its use in the trade.- components - software

Practical:


1. Interpret dual dimensions.

2. Locate and interpret test and inspection symbols.

3. Locate and interpret international symbols.

4. Use computer-aided drafting software.

WDF-1185 Blueprint Reading 4 (Shop Drawings)

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- identify structural components from shop drawings- draw templates for structural parts

Theory:

1. Identify and interpret abbreviations used on shop drawings.- centre to centre (C/C)- not to scale (N/S)- F/S - B/S - B/B - gauge (GA)- cast iron (CL)- FLG - standard (STD)

2. Identify and interpret various structural components found on shop drawings.- column - beam - truss - purlin- joists

3. Identify and interpret instructions contained in working drawings.- beams - columns - stairs- brace

4. Describe the procedures used to cut beams to desired dimensions.- notch- cut

- cope

5. Describe the procedures used to draw templates for structural parts.

Practical:


1. Interpret instructions and symbols found on working drawings.

2. Draw templates for structural parts.

WDF-0190 Metallurgy, Expansion & Contraction Control

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder tasks 18, 19, 27 49 and 54- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) tasks 6 and 7

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- select appropriate fabrication practices and principles to control expansion,

contraction and distortion.- use forces resulting from expansion and contraction for the straightening or

bending of structural members.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with metallury.

2. Describe the types and characteristics of ferrous and non ferrous metals.- ferrous

- low carbon- medium carbon- high carbon- alloy steel

- non-ferrous

3. Describe mechanical and physical properties of metals.- tensile strength- yield strength- elasticity- ductility- hardness- compressive strength- fatigue strength- impact strength- toughness- density- melting point- thermal conductivity- thermal expansion- electrical conductivity and resistance

- corrosion resistance- brittleness- malleability- plasticity- reaction to heat

- specific heat- heat of fusion

4. Describe the effects on properties when:- forming- shearing- punching- drilling- cutting- welding

5. Describe the effects of stresses and shrinkage on materials.- hard- brittle- tough- ductile

6. Describe common tests to determine the type of material and/or weldability.- spark- clip- chip

7. Describe pre-heat and post-heat processes.- purpose- applications- temperature

8. Describe various classification systems used for ferrous metals.- numbering systems

- SAE- AISI- ASTM

- colour coding of materials

9. Describe common problems in welding high carbon steel.

10. Describe expansion and contraction of metals.- heating compared with cooling

11. Describe stresses resulting from:- welding- flame cutting

- shearing- unsatisfactory preparation for welding- forming- rivetting

12. Describe control of shrinkage in weldments.- WDFup- welding sequence

- back step and skid back step- staggered- intermittent

- weld size and number of passes- balancing of shrinkage and other forces- pre-heat requirements

13. Describe stress relief.- purpose- methods

- heating- peening- aging

- requirements

14. Describe controlled shrinkage for:- straightening of bent or distorted members- alignment of sub-assemblies- pre-bending- removal of corroded or seized parts

Practical:


1. Visually identify types of metal.

2. Identify metals using spark test.

3. Shape, grind and heat treat chisels.

4. Attend lab sessions to witness tensile test, ductility, harness, etc.

5. View film or demonstration on expansion and contraction.

6. Upset heated metal.

7. Use upsetting to straighten bent members.

8. Perform prebending.

9. Use setting of vertical members to allow for contraction.

WDF-1195 Quality Control

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis: - Welder task 6 and 17- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) tasks throughout the document

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of quality control operations.- perform visual inspection

Theory:

1. Describe the identification and selection of steel.- scope of quality control- standards and specifications- inspection methods

- templates and/or gauges- drawing (compliance with)- visual inspection practices- electronic inspection

- radiography- magna flux- ultrasonic

2. Describe standards and specifications applicable in the trade.

3. Describe the procedures used to ascertain compliance with design and codespecifications.

4. Describe the methods of inspection and testing of structural materials and weldsand their associated procedures. - visual inspection- bend test- etch test - magnetic particle test- die penetrant test- leak test

- air and soap (pneumatic test)- water pressure (hydrostatic test)

- paint thickness

Practical:

The learning activities outlined in this course are provided as suggestions only and maybe substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learningactivities include:

1. Perform visual inspection of welds.

2. Inspect & test structural materials & welds.- inspect items and note irregularities (visual inspection)- bend specimen and determine ductility and soundness (destruction)- perform etch test on item (destruction)- visual inspect radiographic film for irregularities and note- use magnetic particle test- perform die penetrant test- perform leak test on small vessel as outlined by instructor

- air and soap (pneumatic test)- water pressure (hydrostatic test)

3. Perform inspection and test for paint thickness on item.

WDF-1200 Material Handling and Rigging

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis:- Welder task 4 and 9- Metal Fabricator (Fitter) task 4

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- use efficient material handling practices using both manual and mechanical means- identify the limitations of equipment used for rigging- operate slings, cables and cranes- select appropriate equipment for the job, using rigging charts and manuals as well

as rule of thumb methods

Theory:

1. Describe Workers Compensation Board regulations applicable to material handlingand rigging.

2. List the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations applicable to material handlingand rigging.

3. Describe responsibilities and liabilities in the use of rigging, lifting and hoistingequipment.

4. Describe the various methods of hoisting, their applications and procedures for use.- weight of objects- object configuration- materials- materials for blocking

5. Describe the various types of wire ropes, chains, cables and cable clamps and theiraccessories. - characteristics- applications- precautions- procedures for use- inspection

6. Identify and describe the various types of lifting clamps.- characteristics- applications- precautions- inspection- procedures for use

7. Identify types of come alongs, rope and chain falls, and describe their applicationsand procedures for use.

8. Identify types of jacks and describe their applications and procedures for use.- hydraulic- screw- ratchet

9. Describe stacking and blocking.- structural shapes- plate and sheet- weldments and components

10. Describe the methods of securing chains to provide for manipulation of structuralshapes.

11. Identify types of slings and describe their applications and procedures for use.- rope slings- wire rope slings- nylon slings

12. Describe use of hooks and shackles.

13. Describe lines or rope and their use.- sizes- care and inspection- knots

- bowline and a bight- square or reef- round turn and two half hitches- scaffold hitch- whipping ends and eyes

14. Describe use of chokers, slings and tag lines.

15. Describe spooling of line on drums.- over wind- under wind- left and right hand lay lines

16. Describe practices for use of tackle.- safety factors of line- reeving practices

17. Identify other types of hoisting methods and describe their procedures for use.- overhead crane- jib crane- boom crane- mobile crane- manual lifting

18. Describe standard hand signals.

19. Identify the different types of scaffolds, and describe their applications andprocedures for use.- tube and clamp- manufactured platforms and scaffolding- rolling scaffolding- suspended scaffolding

20. Describe safety requirements for erecting and working on scaffolding.- kick plates- braces- ties- planking- permits- tagging- fall arrest

21. Describe special problems of rolling and suspended scaffolding and guidelines fortheir use.

22. Identify types of ladders and describe their applications and use.

Practical:

The learning activities outlined in this course are provided as suggestions only and maybe substituted by the instructor for other relevant activities. Suggested learningactivities include:

1. Make up spreader bar (single).

2. Whip or seize one end of fibre rope.

3. Tie knots using fibre rope.- reef knot- bowline- round turn & hitch- scaffold hitch

4. Demonstrate hand signals.

5. Select appropriate scaffold for various job situations.

6. Prepare safety harness/fall arrest with tie off points.

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WDF-1205 Stationary Powered Shearing

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- use powered shearing equipment.- perform adjustment and basic maintenance operations.

Theory:

1. Identify types of powered shearing equipment and describe their characteristicsand applications.

2. Describe the operation of shearing equipment.- capacity- rake angle- blade clearance- back edge calibration- lateral guide squaring- operating procedures- maintenance

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Practical:


1. Determine the capacity of the shear.

2. Set up and operate guillotine plate shears.

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WDF-1210 Iron Worker Operation

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- operate iron worker equipment for the punching and shearing of structural shapes,

plate and sheet sections.- perform necessary operational maintenance and adjustments.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to set up the iron worker.- capacity- clearances

2. Describe coping and notching operations.- blade clearance

3. Describe shearing operations.- dies- capacity

4. Describe angular and square cuts of angle stock.- capacity- back gauge clearance

5. Describe punching operations.- configuration- round- oblong

6. Describe operator level maintenance procedures.

7. Identify ironworker accessories and attachments and describe their applications.- flanging on flatbar

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Practical:


1. Notching.

2. Punching.

3. Shearing.

4. Make a frame from 2" x 2" x 1/4" angle.

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WDF-1215 Jigs and Fixture Fabrication

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Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- demonstrate knowledge of the elements and processes of jig and fixture design.- select and use jigs and fixtures

Theory:

1. Identify common types of jigs and fixtures and describe their applications.- purpose- method of construction- operating practices

2. Describe the procedures used to fabricate jigs and fixtures.

3. Identify special purpose types of jigs and fixtures and describe their applications.- purpose

- one of a kind assembly- unusual assembly operation

- design considerations- fabrication practices- operating principles

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Practical:


1. Fabricate jigs and fixtures.- set up multi-punch operation- fabricate jig to allow multi drilling- set up jig to allow for shearing- fabricate jig to accommodate truss assembly and welding- fabricate jig to accommodate ladder assembly

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WLD-1305 SMAW 4 - Groove Weld All Positions F-3 Mild Steel

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis Welder task 49.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- groove weld on mild steel in all positions using the SMAW process with F-3 class


Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the flat position.- joint design and terminology - inspection and testing - electrode angle

2. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the horizontalposition.- electrode manipulation - adjustment

3. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the upwardvertical position.- direction of travel - electrode angle - speed

4. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the overheadposition.- general precautions - force of gravity - limitations - adjustment - penetration - codes and standards


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6. Describe weld faults.

Practical:


1. Weld a square edge butt joint on mild steel in all positions.

2. Weld a single-vee groove butt joint on mild steel in all positions.

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WLD-1310 SMAW 5 - Groove weld All Positions F-4 Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- groove weld on mild steel in all positions using the SMAW process with F-4 class


Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the flat position.- joint design and terminology - inspection and testing - electrode angle

2. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the horizontalposition.- electrode manipulation - adjustment

3. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the upwardvertical position.- direction of travel - electrode angle - speed

4. Describe the procedures used to perform butt joints on mild steel in the overheadposition.- general precautions- force of gravity - limitations - adjustment - penetration - code and standards


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Practical:


1. Weld a square edge butt joint on mild steel in all positions.

2. Weld a single-vee groove butt joint on mild steel in all positions.

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WLD-1315 SMAW 6 - Fillet and Butt Weld High & Medium CarbonSteel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld on medium and high-carbon steel in all positions using the SMAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the SMAW process as it applies to welding medium and high-carbonsteel.- general precautions- characteristics of materials- weldability of materials- procedures



Practical:


1. Weld a tee joint on medium and high-carbon steel in all positions.

2. Weld a lap joint on medium and high-carbon steel in all positions.

3. Weld pieces of medium high-carbon steel in all positions.

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WLD-1320 SMAW 7 - Pipe F-3 All Positions

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld pipe in all positions using the SMAW process with F-3 class electrodes.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe and tubing in the flat (rolled) position.- types of pipe and tubing- root gap- root face- angle of cut.- operation of contour marker- wall thickness

2. Describe tack welding of pipe sections.- cutting and grinding- preparation of test specimens

3. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe in the horizontal fixed position.- joint position - tacking - thickness- standard operations

4. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe in the vertical fixed position.- technique - electrode angle



Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet

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the objectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are providedas suggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevantactivities. Suggested learning activities include:

1. Weld pieces of mild steel pipe in all positions using stringer and weave beads.

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WLD-1325 SMAW 8 - Pipe F-4 All Positions

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld pipe in all positions using the SMAW process with F-4 class electrodes.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe and tubing in the flat (rolled) position.- types of pipe and tubing- root gap- root face thickness - angle of cut- operation of contour marker- wall thickness

2. Describe tack welding of pipe sections.- cutting and grinding- preparation of test specimens

3. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe in the horizontal fixed position.- joint position - tacking - thickness- standard operations

4. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe in the vertical fixed position.- technique - electrode angle - length of pieces



Practical:

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1. Weld pieces of mild steel pipe in all positions using stringer and weave beads.

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WLD-1330 SMAW 9 - Exotic Metals

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld alloy steels using the SMAW process.- weld stainless steels using the SMAW process.- weld nickel alloy using the SMAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to weld alloy steels for production and maintenancepurposes using the SMAW process.- identification of materials

- alloying elements - weldability

- techniques - problems

- probable causes

2. Describe the procedures used to weld stainless steels using the SMAW process.- identification of materials

- thermal conductivity- expansion - weldability

- techniques- problems- probable causes

3. Describe the procedures used to weld with nickel alloy using the SMAW process.- identification of materials

- types of nickel- alloys- weldability

- types of joints- techniques- filler metals- distortion

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Practical:


1. Deposit groove welds on stainless and alloy steel plates of various thicknessesusing the SMAW process.

2. Weld fillet and square edge butt joints in the flat position using the SMAW process.

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WLD-1335 GMAW 2 - Fillet Weld All Positions, Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- fillet weld on mild steel in all positions using the GMAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld in the flat position.- conventional and pulse- shielding gas selection- addition of carbon dioxide- electrode wires- wires for carbon steel- operating problems- work and travel angles- gun manipulation

2. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld in the vertical position.- conventional and pulse- tee joint- lap joint- running stringer beads in vertical position on mild steel

3. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld in the horizontal position.- conventional and pulse- running stringer beads in horizontal position m.s.- tee joint- lap joint

4. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld in the overhead position.- conventional and pulse- running stringer beads in overhead position- joints positions- faults- travel angles- gas mixtures

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- effects of CO2


Practical:


1. Perform fillet welds on mild steel using GMAW process in all positions.- conventional and pulse

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WLD-1340 GMAW 3 - Groove weld All Positions, Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- groove weld on mild steel in all positions using the GMAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to groove weld mild steel in the flat position.- joint design and fit-up- detection and dealing with defects commonly encountered- gun manipulation- work and travel angles- square butt joint- single vee butt joint- guided bend tests

2. Describe the procedures used to groove weld mild steel in the horizontal position.- joint design- joint fit-up- detection and dealing with defects commonly encountered- work and travel angles- gun manipulation- welding variables and characteristics- square butt joint- single vee joint- guided bend tests

3. Describe procedures used to groove weld mild steel in the vertical position. - joint design and fit-up- detection and dealing with defects commonly encountered.- work and travel angles- gun manipulation - welding variables and characteristics- square butt joint- single vee joint- guided bend tests

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4. Describe procedures used to groove weld mild steel in the overhead position.- joint design and fit-up- detection and dealing with defects commonly encountered- work and travel angles- gun manipulation - welding variables and characteristics- square butt joint- single vee joint- guided bend tests

Practical:


1. Perform groove welds on mild steel in all positions using GMAW process.

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WLD-1345 GMAW 4 - Fillet and Groove weld, Medium & High CarbonSteel

NOA Reference:

The material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis welder task 50.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- perform fillet and groove welds in all positions using the GMAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe medium and high-carbon steels and their use in the GMAW process.- weldability- characteristics

2. Describe the procedures used to weld medium and high-carbon steels in allpositions using the GMAW process.


Practical:


1. Theory only.

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WLD-1350 GMAW 5 - Pipe and Tubing All Positions

NOA Reference:

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis Welder task 50.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the GMAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe pipe and tubing welding requirements for welding in all positions.- joint preparation- root face and gap- backing rings- welding fabricated fittings- jigs and fixtures- line of cut- contour marker- test positions- tack welding for performance test- common defects- work and travel angles- gun manipulation- welding variables

6. Describe procedures to weld pipes mounted on a rotating positioner.- rotating positioners

- types- speed- uses

Practical:


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1. Weld pipes mounted on a rotating positioner.

2. Weld pipes and tubing in all positions.

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WLD-1355 GMAW 6 - Exotic Metals

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld aluminum sheet and plate in all positions using the GMAW process.- weld stainless steels using the GMAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the set up procedures used to weld aluminum sheet and plate in allpositions.- determine material characteristics

- identification numbers - alloys - weldability

- select filler wire- identify current requirements- identify shielding gases

2. Describe the procedures used to weld aluminum sheet and plate.- fillet- butt

3. Describe the set up procedures used to weld stainless steel. - determine material characteristics

- type and content- identification- thermal conductivity- expansion - weldability

4. Describe the procedures used to weld stainless steel.

Practical:

Suggested learning activities are assigned to enhance the apprentices ability to meet

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the objectives of the course. The learning activities outlined in this course are providedas suggestions only and may be substituted by the instructor for other relevantactivities. Suggested learning activities include:

1. Deposit fillet welds on aluminum plates of various thicknesses.

2. Deposit groove welds on aluminum plates of various thicknesses.

3. Weld pieces of stainless steel.

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WLD-1360 GTAW 2 - Fillet Weld All Positions, Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- fillet weld on mild steel in all positions using the GTAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the process used to fillet weld in a flat position.- preparation

- current requirements- electrode selection

- type- size and preparation

- nozzle size- shielding gas- filler rod type

- procedures- filler rod manipulation- puddle when running continuous beads on 1/8" m.s. (c.r.) material in the

flat position:- without filler rod- with filler rod

- lap joint with filler rod- tee joint with filler rod- high frequency

2. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld in a horizontal position. - puddle when running continuous beads on 1/8" m.s. (c.r.) material in the

horizontal position:- without filler rod- with filler rod

- lap joint with filler rod- tee joint with filler rod

3. Describe the process used to fillet weld in a vertical position. - preparation

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- identification of common faults- procedures

- work and travel- filler rod angles- puddle when running continuous beads on 1/8" m.s. (c.r.) material in the

vertical position:- without filler rod- with filler rod

- lap joint using filler rod- tee joint using filler rod

4. Describe the process used to fillet weld in an overhead position. - preparation- identification of common faults- procedures

- work and travel- filler rod angles- puddle when running continuous beads on 1/8" m.s. (c.r.) material in the

overhead position:- without filler rod- with filler rod

- lap joint with filler rods- tee joint with filler rods

Practical:


1. Perform fillet welds on mild steels in all positions using the GMAW process.

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WLD-1365 GTAW 3 - Groove weld All Positions, Mild Steel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- groove weld on mild steel in all positions using the GTAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to groove weld in a flat position.- puddle and running continuous beads on 1/8" m.s. (c.r.) material in flat position:

- without filler rod- with filler rod

- single vee joint on 1/4" m.s.- square butt joint- guided bend test

2. Describe the process used to groove weld in a horizontal position. - preparation

- welding conditions - type of torch- joint design- joint preparation

- identification of common faults - procedures

- filler rod manipulation- puddle when running continuous beads on 1/8" m.s. (c.r.) material in

horizontal position:- with filler rod

- square butt joint- single vee joint on 1/4" m.s.

3. Describe the process used to butt weld in a vertical position. - preparation

- joint design- joint preparation- welding conditions - type of torch

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horizontal position with filler rod- square butt joint- single vee joint on 1/4" m.s.

4. Describe the process used to groove weld in an overhead position. - preparation

- joint design- joint preparation- welding conditions - type of torch



horizontal position with filler rod- square butt joint- single vee joint on 1/4" m.s.

Practical:


- Perform groove welds on mild steels in all positions using the GTAW process

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WLD-1370 GTAW 4 - Fillet and Groove weld, Medium & High CarbonSteel

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- fillet and groove weld on medium-carbon steel and on high carbon steel in all

positions using the GTAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the set up and preparation used to weld medium-carbon steel and high-carbon steels. - characteristics of material

- weldability

2. Describe the procedures used to weld medium-carbon steel and high-carbonsteels.

Practical:


1. Perform fillet and groove welds on medium- carbon steel and high-carbon steel inall positions using the GTAW process.

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WLD-1375 GTAW 5 - Pipe and Tubing All Positions

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the GTAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the process of welding pipe and tubing in all positions.- joint preparation- root face and gap- backing rings- welding and fabricated fittings- jigs and fixtures- line of cut- contour marker- test positions- tack welding for performance test- common defects- work and travel angles- torch manipulation- welding variables

2. Describe the procedures used to weld pipes and tubing in all positions.

3. Identify types of rotating positioners and describe their applications and proceduresfor use in welding.- speed

Practical:


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1. Weld pipe mounted on a rotating positioner.

2. Weld pipe and tubing in all positions.

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WLD-1380 GTAW 6 - Exotic Metals

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld on alloy steels for production and maintenance purposes using the GTAW

process.- weld on stainless steel using the GTAW process.- weld on titanium using the GTAW process.- weld on aluminum sheet and plate in all positions using the GTAW process.- weld magnesium alloys using the GTAW process.- weld copper alloys using the GTAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the process used to weld alloy steels for production and maintenancepurposes.- preparation

- identification- alloying elements - weldability


2. Describe the process used to weld stainless steel. - preparation

- identification- thermal conductivity- expansion - identification - weldability


3. Describe the process used to weld titanium.

4. Describe the process used to weld aluminum sheet and plate in all positions. - preparation

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- characteristics of materials- identification numbers - alloys - selection of electrodes - current requirements - shielding gases


- high frequency

5. Describe the process used to weld magnesium alloys. - preparation

- weldability - identification - types of joints - joint preparation


6. Describe the process used to weld copper alloys.- preparation

- types of copper - alloys - weldability - types of joints - filler metals - distortion


Practical:


1. Weld a chrome-molybdenum steel pipe using the GTAW process for the first passand the SMAW process for the remaining passes.

2. Weld stainless steel using the GTAW process.

3. Deposit fillet welds on aluminum plate of various thicknesses using the GTAWprocesses.

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4. Deposit groove welds on aluminum plate of various thicknesses using the GTAWprocess.

5. Deposit fillet and groove welds on magnesium plate using the GTAW process.

6. Repair magnesium parts using the GTAW process.

7. Weld fillet and square edge butt joints in the flat position using the GTAW process.

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WLD-1385 GTAW 7 - Orbital Process

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and weld using the orbital process.

Theory:

7. Identify orbital welding equipment and describe its components and applications.

8. Describe the procedures used to set up the welding equipment and adjust parameters.

- set up and adjust torch - select nonconsumable electrodes

9. Identify various types of gases.

10. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe.

- horizontal position - vertical position.

Suggested Learning Activities

1. Theory only.

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WLD-1390 PAW (Plasma Arc Welding)

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:

- set up and adjust plasma arc welding equipment.- deposit fillet welds and groove welds in the flat position using the PAW process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to set up and adjust PAW equipment.- power source

- console - shielding gases and plasma - polarity - electrodes - advantages- coolant

2. Describe the procedures used to deposit fillet welds and groove welds in the flatposition.- torch manipulation - travel angles - work techniques - faults

Suggested Learning Activities


1. Set up the equipment and adjust the console.

2. Select the gases required for a high-quality weld.

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3. Select electrodes.

4. Select filler metals.

5. Deposit fillet welds in flat position.

6. Deposit groove welds in flat position.

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WLD-1395 Fabrication Fundamentals

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- prepare joints on steel structural shapes to industrial standards.- build, remodel and repair various steel structural shapes.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to identify and determine the dimensions of

various steel structural shapes.- S-beam - H-beam or W-beam (wide flanged beam)- angle iron- channel- I-beam

2. Describe the procedures used to prepare joints on steel structural shapes toindustrial standards.

3. Describe the procedures used to work accurately from blueprints or sketches.- read blueprint - verify dimensions - cut parts as per blueprint.

4. Describe the procedures used to build, remodel or repair various steel structuralshapes.

Practical:


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1. Prepare joints and build steel structural shapes based on blueprints.

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WLD-1400 Build Up of Metal Parts

NOA Reference:

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis Welder task 49, 57.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- build up metal parts of various shapes to their original dimensions.- apply hard surfacing treatments to protect against wear and impact.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to build up metal parts of various shapes to their original dimensions.- worn shaft - bucket tooth

2. Describe the procedures used to build up metal parts using the SMAW process. - determine type of metal wear- determine effects of heating and cooling - select electrode

3. Describe the principles of hard surfacing treatments and describe their applicationsand procedures for use.- types of treatment- processes used

- FCAW, SMAW & OFW - types of wear

- abrasion- impact - corrosion

- surfacing materials- procedures

- setup equipment and prepare project- select surfacing material- apply surfacing

Practical:

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1. Build up a shaft ready for reconditioning.

2. Rebuild a part that has a piece missing.

3. Build up a bucket tooth with an abrasion-resistant hard surfacing.

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WLD-1410 Fusion, Brazing & Braze Welding (Oxy-fuel)

NOA Reference:

This material covered satisfies in whole or in part, the requirements of NationalOccupational Analysis Welder tasks 42 and 43.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able:- braze weld copper pipe in the flat and horizontal positions. - fusion and braze weld steel in the flat and horizontal positions. - fusion and braze weld ferrous sheet metal in the flat and horizontal positions.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures necessary to fusion weld ferrous sheet metal in the flatand horizontal positions.

2. Describe the procedures used to braze: - copper pipe- cold roll - stainless steel

3. Describe the procedures necessary to braze with silfos and easyflow.

4. Describe the procedures used to braze weld:- steel- cast iron- mild steel

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Practical:


1. Braze copper pipe.

2. Braze weld cast iron, mild steel, and stainless steel.

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WLD-1415 FCAW 1 - Fillet and Groove weld Plate All Positions

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- set up and adjust FCAW equipment.- deposit fillet and groove welds on steel plate in all positions using flux core wire.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to set up and adjust FCAW equipment- power source - polarity - advantages - flux-cored electrodes - metal core electrode

2. Describe the procedures used to deposit fillet and butt joints on steel plate in allpositions using flux core electrodes.- quality of welds - faults - travel angles - manipulation

3. Identify various gases and gas mixtures.

Practical:


1. Set up FCAW equipment and adjust the flowmeter if necessary.

2. Identify the electrode wire and the equipment components.

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3. Deposit fillet welds in all positions.

4. Weld butt joints in all positions.

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WLD-1420 FCAW 2 - Pipe and Tubing All Positions

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course the apprentice will be able to:- weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the FCAW process.- weld pipe and tubing using a rotating positioner.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe and tubing in all positions.- types of electrode wire - gun manipulation- gun angle - joint design - pipe position - travel angle- root opening - backing - root face

2. Identify types of rotating positioners and describe their applications and proceduresfor use.

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Practical:


1. Weld pipe and tubing in all positions.

2. Weld pipe and tubing with the help of a positioner.

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WLD-1425 Air-Arc Cutting and Gouging

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- remove a weld from a joint using the air carbon arc cutting (AAC) process.- prepare a vee joint using the air carbon arc cutting (AAC) process.

Theory:

1. Describe the procedures used to remove a weld from a joint using the AAC process- types of carbon electrodes - air pressure- electrode angles - polarity

2. Describe groove preparation using the AAC process.- U-joint- J-joint- single-vee- single-bevel joints

3. Describe the procedures used to weld a butt joint with run-in and run-out tabs andback gouge.- use of tabs - back gouging

Practical:


1. Set up equipment for gouging, select the correct pressure, carbon electrode and

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polarity.

2. Weld a single-vee groove butt joint with preparation, using run-in and run-out tabsand back gouging to sound metal. Back weld.

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WLD-1430 SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) Weld Plate

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- weld carbon steel plate of various thicknesses using the semi-automatic

submerged arc welding (SAW) process.

Theory:

1. Identify the equipment used in the SAW process and describe its components andapplications.- semi-automatic- automatic

2. Describe the procedures used to set up and weld carbon steel plate of variousthicknesses using the semi-automatic SAW process.- deposition rates - travel speeds - deep penetration - welding position - fluxes - starting methods - faults encountered

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Practical:


1. Weld stringer beads in flat position.

2. Use the semi-automatic SAW process to weld butt joints on 1/4" thick mild steelplate.

3. Use the semi-automatic SAW process to weld double-vee butt joints withpreparation.

4. Use the semi-automatic SAW process to weld a tee joint in horizontal position.

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WLD-1435 Layout and Template Development Fundamentals

NOA Reference:


Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:- develop templates for structural fabrications. - develop wrap around templates for use in welded fabrication of joints in pipe and

tubing.

Theory:

1. Define terminology associated with layout and template development.

2. Describe methods used to establish line of cut.

3. Describe layout procedures- Identify layout tools

2. Describe procedures used in shape development with appropriate bending andjoining allowances.

3. Describe template development using triangular, radial lines and parallel lines.

4. Describe layout operations used to develop templates for structural fabrications for: - compound beams- plate girders- tubular hollow sections- box section members- beam selections- stairs and handrails

5. Describe layout operations as required to develop wrap around templates for use inwelded fabrication of joints in pipe and tubing for: - single cut elbow 3" schedule #40 B.I. Pipe- A 90o double cut elbow 3" schedule #40 B.I. Pipe- A tee 3" schedule #40 B.I. Pipe- A 30o lateral 3" schedule #40 B.I. Pipe

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- A true "Y" 3" schedule #40 Pipe- A concentric reducer 3" schedule #40 B.I. to 2" schedule #40 B.I. Pipe

Practical:


1. Develop shapes with appropriate bending and joining allowances.

2. Develop template using triangular, radial lines and parallel line developments.

3. Complete layout operations to develop templates for structural fabrications.

4. Complete layout operations required to develop wrap around templates for use inwelded fabrication of joints in pipe and tubing.

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