MCCCD Program Description

SMAW 6010 Plate

Course: WLD106AB

First Term: 2020 Fall

Lec + Lab 5.0 Credit(s) 8.0 Period(s) 8.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T - Lab Load

Description: Continued training in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) with emphasis on using E6010 (fast-freeze) electrodes in all joint positions. Focus is on fillet welds for structural steel and open root groove weld joints.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Adhere to industry safety regulations applicable to welding environments. (I) 2. Identify the various types of welding power supplies used in industry. (II) 3. Demonstrate proficient use of machines, tools and equipment in welding and cutting processes. (III) 4. Prepare various weld joints and fit-up according to industry standards, emphasizing open root single groove joints. (IV) 5. Perform fillet and open root groove welds in all positions using techniques specific to E6010 electrodes according to industry standards. (V) 6. Use visual inspection techniques to assure weld quality. (VI) 7. Repair weld discontinuities according to industry standards. (VI) 8. Describe various certifications and the test methods in the welding industry. (VII) 9. Identify the challenges and employment opportunities within the field of welding. (VIII) 10. Demonstrate professional knowledge and personal accountability. (IX) 11. Document work according to industry standards. (X)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Safety A. Personal protective equipment B. Workplace environment II. Power supply A. Type of current 1. Alternating current/direct current (AC/DC) 2. DC electrode negative/DC electrode positive B. Generator C. Transformer D. Transformer-rectifier E. Inverters III. Machines, tools, and equipment for cutting and welding IV. Weld preparation A. Size and shape B. Types of joints C. Fit-up D. Edge preparations E. Metal thickness F. Preheat V. Performing the weld A. Key points 1. Arc length 2. Speed of travel 3. Volume of heat 4. Angle of rod 5. Rate of cooling B. Electrode manipulation techniques 1. Whipping 2. Stab and drag VI. Weld quality A. Industry standards B. Penetration C. Fusion D. Multi-passes E. Weld bead profile F. Weld discontinuities 1. Undercut 2. Slag inclusions 3. Porosity 4. Incomplete fusion 5. Incomplete penetration 6. Arc strikes 7. Cracks G. Repair 1. Identification of discontinuity 2. Preparation 3. Process performance VII. Testing and certification A. Code requirements 1. Positions 2. Joint setup 3. Destructive test methods 4. Non-destructive test methods VIII. Employment challenges and opportunities A. Manufacturing B. Construction C. Maintenance IX. Accountability A. Ethics B. Professionalism X. Work documentation A. Welding procedure specification (WPS) B. Welder performance qualification record (WPQR)

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: December 10, 2019

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.