Stick Welding I Short Course

What You Will Learn

Students will apply welding safety and develop skills in the stick welding Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process in the flat and horizontal fillet welds (2F) positions. The student will review proper set up of the SMAW workstation, learn proper electrode selection and use on various metals and thicknesses. Students will be required to purchase and use personal protective equipment (PPE). The following items are required:

• Safety Glasses: Z87+ Mandatory at all times in the lab.
• Welding Helmet: Auto or Fixed lens shade#10
• FR Welding Jacket; Required when performing hot work and using the grind room.
• Ear Protection: Ear plugs should be worn when excessive noise is present.
• Pants: Jeans or other Cotton work pants free of frays and holes.
• Gloves: Leather-palmed gloves or insulated welding gloves when welding.
• Leather Sleeves: Recommended for additional protection during welding.
• Footwear: Steel toe/Safety boots are required.