WELD 125 Introduction to Pipe Welding

This course introduces students to pipe welding using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Instruction focuses on electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices, with emphasis on welding in a variety of positions and electrodes.

Credits

4

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

A graduate should be able to

1. Select appropriate electrodes, polarity, and amperage for specific pipe welding applications.
2. Identify different pipe grades, materials, and schedules.
3. Demonstrate proficient shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) operation in multiple positions using various electrode types.
4. Explain the function and importance of root, fill, and cap passes and select suitable electrodes for each.
5. Prepare pipe materials through beveling, fit-up, and alignment using given dimensional tolerances.
6. Identify common pipe welding discontinuities and defects and apply corrective and preventive techniques.
7. Apply safety protocols specific to pipe welding operations in compliance with industry standards.
8. Apply industry-standard technical terminology to communicate effectively in both laboratory and classroom welding environments.

A graduate should be able to

1. Select appropriate electrodes, polarity, and amperage for specific pipe welding applications.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

2. Identify different pipe grades, materials, and schedules.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

3. Demonstrate proficient shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) operation in multiple positions using various electrode types.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Explain the function and importance of root, fill, and cap passes and select suitable electrodes for each.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

5. Prepare pipe materials through beveling, fit-up, and alignment using given dimensional tolerances.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

6. Identify common pipe welding discontinuities and defects and apply corrective and preventive techniques.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

7. Apply safety protocols specific to pipe welding operations in compliance with industry standards.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

8. Apply industry-standard technical terminology to communicate effectively in both laboratory and classroom welding environments.

   This objective is a course Goal Only