Weld 101A - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding - David Thrasher
| Course: | Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding |
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| Professor: | David Thrasher |
| Email: | david.thrasher@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Hello and Welcome to Weld 101A - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding. You will learn the proper use and inspection of personal protection equipment (PPE) and interpret basic welding terminology as it applies to common welding industry applications. You will operate welding and thermal cutting equipment to industry accepted safety requirements. And you will perform shielded metal arc welding to industry standards in the flat and horizontal position.
Course Description
The first of a three-part series introducing the theory and application of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Emphasizes safety procedures, use of SMAW consumables & welding equipment, and proper welding techniques in accordance with the American Welding Society SENSE EG2.0 Entry-Level Welder program and the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3).
What to Expect in this Course
Weld 101A will consist of two instructional delivery methods: 1) All class lectures will be face to face in at the Valencia campus in TWSH-106, homework assignments and exams will be performed through the online learning management system called CANVAS; 2) All lab work will be conducted on-ground at the Valencia campus in room TWSH-120.
Weld 101A is 5 weeks in duration: 8/28/2023 - 9/27/2023
LECTURE - Mon, Tues and Wed - 8:00am to 9:35am
LAB - Mon, Tues and Wed - 9:45 am - 1:20pm
Types of Assessments
There will be homework assignments, 3 chapter exams and a cumulative final exam which will be taken in Canvas, 2 AWS SENSE exams will be taken at, www.senseonline.org. and You will also be required to complete (2) NC3 online exams via the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3). You access the curriculum and exam at https://www.nc3certs.com/certification/183 . And welding projects, which will be completed in the welding lab at COC.
Textbook Information
Tool(s) Used to Meet
REQUIRED ITEMS (1) Arc welding helmet (5) Extra clear lenses for welding helmet (1) Pair of arc welding gloves (1) Welding Jacket (all leather preferred) (1) Clear Safety glasses (ANSI 78.1 rated) (1) Sturdy leather work boots (high rise) (1) Chipping hammer (1) Large wire brush (1) 4 ½ - 5” electric (120VAC) powered grinder (2) Hard disks for grinder (for grinding steel) (1) Wire wheel for grinder (for cleaning welds) (1) High powered flashlight or (120VAC) lamp (1) VISE-GRIP 6 in. C-Clamp Locking Pliers (or equivalent) 1) VISE-GRIP 6 in. Groove lock V-Jaw Pliers (or equivalent) Respirators/Masks Note: Be sure and put your name on each tool. The approximate price for all the aforementioned items is $250.00. I will discuss the required tools with you on our live lecture - via Zoom. Recommended distributors: * Airgas West 23047 Drayton St, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (661) 284-5900 Praxair Distribution. Inc. 21450 Golden Triangle Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 · Friendly Valley (661) 284-3519 Matheson Tri Gas 13245 Maclay Street San Fernando, CA 91340 (818)-898-2222 * Mention to these distributors that you are a student to receive a discount.
Textbook Title
Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher Modern Welding 13th Edition Hardcopy Textbook and the G-W Common Cartridge 2 year access .
Additional Textbook Information
Modern Welding 2024 – Bundle - Textbook + Common Cartridge 2 year access, ISBN 13: 9781685846411
SKU: 220_844005161_new
Edition: 24
Publisher: G/W
Other Relevant Course Information
Checklist
Beginning on Aug 28, 2023 all live lectures will be in person and all, handouts, homework assignments, quizzes and exams will be in Canvas.
The first day of lab will be on Sep 5, 2023 (You will need all the welding and personal protective equipment on your first day of lab)
If you have any questions about this course, send me an email. I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
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