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WLAT200 - Welding Apprenticeship Level 2

Course Code:
WLAT 200

Calendar Description:
The program is the second of four levels of the apprenticeship program. This eight week program focuses on gas, 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 and have achieved Level 1 Apprenticeship status with the Industry Training

Co-Requisites:
None

Course Content:
WELD 103 P3 Gas Welding and Braze Welding Part 2
WELD 104 P4 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Part 2
WELD 106 P6 GMAW and FCAW Part 2
WELD 111 RK1 Material Handling
Rk2A Blueprint Reading I
RK2B Mathematics
WELD 113 Rk3 Welding Metalurgy

Learning Outcomes:
Learners will be able:

Braze Weld on Grey Cast Iron
describe the procedures for braze welding and fusion welding grey cast iron
braze weld groove welds in the flat (1G) position

Silver Braze on Similar and Dissimilar Metals
identify the main factors of silver brazing
silver braze tee joints in the horizontal position

Shielded Metal Arc Weld Fillet Welds on Mild Steel Plate
weld fillet welds in the overhead (4F) position on lap tee and corner joints on mild steel plate

Shielded Metal Arc Weld Fillet Welds on Mild Steel Sheet
weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap and tee joint on mild steel plate
weld fillet welds in the vertical (3F) position on laps and tee joints on mild steel sheet

Shielded Metal Arc Weld Groove Welds on Mild Steel Plate
weld groove welds in the flat (1G) position on butt joints on mild steel plate
weld groove welds in the horizontal (2G) position on butt joints on mild steel plate
weld groove welds in the vertical (3G) position (uphill) on butt joints on mild steel plate
weld groove welds in the overhead (4G) position (uphill) on butt joints on mild steel plate

Hardsurface and Hardface in the Flat Position on Mild Steel Plate
describe hardsurfacing procedures
build up and hardsurface mild steel plate in the flat position

Shielded Metal Arc Weld Grove Welds in the Flat (1G) Position on Grey Cast Iron
describe procedures for SMAW on grey cast iron
weld groove welds in the flat (1G) position on grey cast iron

Gas Metal Arc Weld Fillet and Groove Welds on Mild Steel Sheet
weld fillet welds in the horizontal (2F) position on lap and tee joints on mild steel sheet
weld fillet welds in the vertical (3F) position (downhill) on lap and tee joints
weld groove welds on square butt joints on mild steel sheet

Gas Metal Arc Weld Groove Welds on Mild Steel Plate
weld groove welds on butt joints in the flat (1G) position
weld groove welds on butt joints in the horizontal (2G) position
weld groove welds on butt joints in the vertical (3G) position

Flux Cored Arc Weld Groove Welds on Mild Steel Plate
weld groove welds in the flat (1G) position using self-shielding wire
weld groove welds in the horizontal (2G) position using self-shielding wire
weld groove welds in the vertical (3G) position (uphill) using self-shielding wire
weld groove welds in the flat (1G) position using gas-shielding wire
weld groove welds in the horizontal (2G) position using gas-shielding wire
weld groove welds in the vertical (3G) position (uphill) using gas-shielding wire

Gas Metal Arc Weld Fillet and Groove Welds Using Alternate Shielding Gases
weld fillet and groove welds using 75% Ar – 25% CO2 shielding gas
weld fillet and groove welds using 98% Ar – 2% O2 shielding gas

Gas Metal Arc Weld Fillet Welds on Aluminum Plate
weld stringer beads in the flat position
multi-pass fillet welds on tee joints in the 2F position

Identify Materials Handling Equipment
identify ropes, their uses, and storage
identify basic knots, bends, and hitches
identify wire ropes, chains, and slings
identify rigging hardware
identify lifting equipment
tie knots, bends, and hitches

Identify Material Handling Procedures
identify safe procedures for handling and storing materials
determine weight and centre of gravity of loads
identify capacity ratings and safety margins of slings and fittings
describe correct procedures for handling and storing structural shapes

Move Material
identify hand signals for crane operations
describe safe procedures for operating lifting and pulling equipment
lift, hoist, and move loads

Sketch Basic Objects Using Orthographic Projection
describe orthographic drawings
identify basic lines used in drawings
sketch orthographic projections
describe and sketch auxiliary and sectional views

Sketch Isometric Drawings of Basic Objects
describe pictorial drawings
sketch isometric drawings of basic objects
sketch isometric drawings of basic objects with circular features

Sketch a Dimensioned Drawing
identify systems of measurements used on drawings
describe methods of dimensioning
sketch a dimensioned drawing of a simple object

Identify Welding Symbols and Bolted Connections
describe standard welding symbols
describe the dimensioning of fillet and groove welds
identify other basic weld symbols and their dimensions
identify the dimensioning of bolted connections

Interpret Structural Drawings
identify structural steel shapes
identify types of structural drawings
identify bills of materials and other information found on structural drawings
obtain information from drawings
prepare bills of materials
lay out, assemble, and weld components

Solve Problems Involving Fractions
identify terms and concepts for working with fractions
add and subtract fractions
multiply and divide fractions
calculate averages

Solve Problems Involving Decimals
identify terms and concepts for working with decimals
add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals
convert between decimals and fractions

Use Metric Measurement
use metric units of measurement
convert between metric and imperial measurements

Solve Problems Involving Percent
convert percents to common and decimal fractions
solve basic problems involving percent

Calculate Roots and Powers
calculate powers
calculate roots

Solve Problems Involving Geometric Formulas
solve simple equations
solve problems involving perimeter and area
solve problems involving volume
solve for unknown variables in a formula
find the mass (weight) of common steel shapes

Solve Problems Involving Angles, Triangles, and Geometric Constructions
apply the principles of angels
apply geometric constructions

Identify the Mechanical and Physical Properties of Metals
identify the mechanical and physical properties of metals

Describe Iron and Steel
describe types of iron and production methods
identify steel production and forming methods
identify types of steel and steel classifications

Identify Metals
describe methods for identifying metals
identify metals

Grading System:
Percentage

Passing Grade:
70%

Grading Weight:
Quizzes and Tests: 100 %

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 a 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