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Welding:
BASIC STICK WELDING (SMAW) (WBT 200)
Course Description
The participant learns what the requirements are to produce quality welds using the Shielded
Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Commonly referred to as “stick welding,” SMAW is the
oldest, but still the most common of the electric arc welding processes.
Learning Outcome
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
1. describe the types of power sources commonly used for SMAW;
2. identify the different kinds of welding rods;
3. prepare the metal for welding;
4. produce quality welds on steel in the flat and horizontal welding positions; and
5. visually inspect welds and identify problems.
Course Objective
To provide participants with the ability to produce quality welds on steel using the shielded
metal arc welding process.
Major Topics Covered
• Types of welding power sources
• SMAW electrode selection
• American Welding Society recommended practices for welding joint design
• Hands on welding experience
• American Welding Society recommended practices for visual weld inspection
Prerequisites
Participants must meet ONE of the following: completion of Welding Safety & Overview of
Processes (WPT 100), equivalent welding safety training at a community college, or certification
from a welding safety course.
Class Size
6
Course Duration
40 hours
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