Course Code:
WLAT 100
Calendar Description:
The program is the first of four levels of the apprenticeship program. This eight week program focuses on gas welding, plasma cutting, air arc gouging, as well as stick and wire welding. All theory assignments are assigned as homework with the class time being devoted to shop/practical time. This course is designed for apprentices who have the skills and ability to complete a program that is fast-paced and has self-directed theory studies.
Date First Offered:
2012-01-01
Hours:
Total Hours: 240
Total Weeks:
8
This course is offered online:
No
Pre-Requisites:
None
Non-Course Pre-Requisites:
Students must be registered BC Welding apprentices
Co-Requisites:
None
Rearticulation Submission:
No
Course Content:
WELD 101 P1 Program Introduction and Safety
WELD 102 P2 Gas Cut (Oxy-fuel Gas)
WELD 103 P3 Gas Welding and Braze Welding Part 1
WELD 104 P4 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Part 1
WELD 105 P5 Carbon Arc Gouging
WELD 106 P6 GMAW and FCAW Part 1
Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
Use Hand and Power Tools
fabricate drill, and bevel gauges
grind, drill, tap, and cut mild steel flat bar
lay out a full size shape
cut structural shapes using power metalworking saws
Assemble, Ignite, Shut Down, and Maintain Oxy-fuel Gas Cutting Equipment:
describe the correct procedures to assemble, ignite, and shut down a portable oxyacetylene outfit
assemble, ignite, and shut down a portable oxyacetylene outfit
maintain oxy-fuel gas cutting equipment
Perform Freehand and Guided Cuts on Mild Steel Plate, Sheet, and Pipe:
identify the characteristics of an acceptable cut
perform freehand cuts on mild steel plate and sheet
pierce holes in mild steel plate
perform freehand cuts on structural shapes and on round stock
perform guided cuts on mild steel plate and sheet
wash nuts off bolts and gouge weldments
perform freehand cuts on mild steel pipe
Perform Cuts with Cutting Machine:
perform cuts with a straight-line cutting machine using oxy-fuel gas
perform cuts with a shape-cutting machine using oxy-fuel gas
perform cuts with a pipe-beveling machine using oxy-fuel gas
Fusion Weld Stringer Beads in the Flat Position on Mild Steel Plate:
identify the main factors in gas fusion welding
describe weld faults in gas welding processes
review the safe operation of oxyacetylene welding equipment
fusion weld stringer beads in the flat position
Fusion Weld Fillet Welds on Mild Steel Sheet:
identify weld positions and joint design for fillet welds
fusion weld fillet welds in the flat (1F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints on mild steel sheet
fusion weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints on mild steel sheet
fusion weld fillet welds in the vertical (3F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints on mild steel sheet
Braze Weld Fillet Welds on Mild Steel Sheet:
describe the procedures for braze welding mild steel
braze weld stringer beads in the flat position
braze weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap and tee joints
Shielded Metal Arc Weld Beads in the Flat Position on Mild Steel Plate
identify main factors of SMAW
strike an arc on steel plate
weld beads in the flat position on mild steel plate
Shielded Metal Arc Weld Fillet Welds on Mild Steel Plate:
weld fillet welds in the flat (1F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints on mild steel plate
weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints on mild steel plate
weld fillet welds in the vertical (3F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints on mild steel plate
weld fillet welds in the overhead (4F) position on lap tee and corner joints on mild steel plate
Gouge Using the Air Carbon Arc Cutting Process
describe the main factors of AAC
prepare joints on mild steel
prepare joints on cast iron
remove weld faults on mild steel weldments
Perform Cuts Using Plasma Arc
describe the main factors of PAC
assemble PAC equipment
perform square cuts using PAC equipment
perform bevel cuts using PAC equipment
perform circular cuts using PAC equipment
Gas Metal Arc Weld Fillet Welds on Mild Steel Plate
identify welding variables for GMAW and FCAW on mild steel
identify troubleshooting procedures for GMAW
set up GMAW equipment using a DC constant potential power source
weld stringer beads in the flat position on mild steel plate
weld fillet welds in the flat (1F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints
weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap, tee, and corner joints
weld fillet welds in the vertical (3F) position on lap and tee joints
Flux Cored Arc Weld Fillet Welds on Mild Steel Plate
weld stringer beads on mild steel plate using self-shielding wire
weld fillet welds in the flat (1F) position on lap and tee joints using self-shielding wire
weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap and tee joints (uphill) using self-shielding wire
weld fillet welds in the vertical (3F) position on lap and tee joints (uphill) using self-shielding wire
weld fillet welds in the flat (1F) position on lap and tee joints using gas-shielding wire
weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap and tee joints using gas-shielding wire
weld fillet welds in the vertical (3F) position (uphill) on lap and tee joints using gas-shielding wire
Grading System:
Percentage
Passing Grade:
70%
Grading Weight:
Quizzes and Tests: 100 %
Nature of Participation:
Class time is 100% shop time
Percentage of Individual Work:
100
Course Offered in Other Programs:
No
Additional Comments:
This course is self-paced. It is expected that, as experienced apprentices, students will have the ability and skills to work independently and at a consistent pace in order to complete the course within eight weeks. Theory work is to be completed as homework assignments.
Students who may need additional learning support are encouraged to contact the Dean or Chair of Trades in advance of the start date.
Supplies:
The following tools must be supplied by students:
Metal tool pail (max 10" diameter) or small tool box with tote tray
Clear CSA approved safety glasses
High top steel-toe CSA approved leather work boots
Padlock for locker
12' metric/imperial tape measure
Arc welding helmet
2 pair welder's gloves
One-piece oxy-acetylene goggles
Tri-flint spark lighter
Tip cleaners
Small metal protractor
Welder's leather jacket or cape sleeves
100% cotton overalls (bib or full)
#10R straight jaw vice grip
10" crescent wrench
1 1/2 lb 24 oz fibreglass handle ball peen hammer
12" STT metric/imperial combination square
Centre punch
10" slip joint pliers
1/2 RD Pipeliner NCH 14" file with handle
45/90 degree magnet