WLD 141 Symbols and Specifications

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course introduces the basic symbols and specifications used in welding. Emphasis is placed on interpretation of lines, notes, welding symbols, and specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret symbols and specifications commonly used in welding.

Pre-requisite(s): WLD 121 and WLD 112 or WLD 115.
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Demonstrate safe practices in a welding shop environment following established Shop Safety Procedures in accordance with ANSI Z49.1-2005 ( Safety in Welding , Cutting & Allied Processes) not to exceed a maximum of 3 violations resulting in grade point.
Demonstrate knowledge by written examination on Interpretation of Welding symbols and supplemental information in compliance with ANSI/ AWS A2.4 with a minimum score of 75.
Produce Fillet Welds to size specifications in accordance with AWS D1.1 using GMAW equipment.
Produce Fillet Welds to size specifications in accordance with AWS D1.1 using SMAW equipment.
Produce fillet Welds to size specifications in accordance with AWS D1.1.
Demonstrate knowledge by written examination on weight estimation for various material sizes/shapes in accordance with AWS EG02 with a minimum score of 75.
Demonstrate knowledge by shop examination on lay-out and accurate measurement of various material sizes and shapes in compliance with AWS EG02 with a minimum score of 75.