Identify safe welding practices and procedures conforming to American Welding Society Z 49 standards.
Demonstrate practical knowledge of making welds with mild steel electrodes, arc air gouging, plasma arc cutting, and the welding of mild steel, in all positions in a safe manner.
Exhibit a basic understanding of metallurgy required of a competent welder.
Interpret both basic and advanced welding fabrications blueprints including: welding symbols, weld testing symbols, structural steel shapes, and welding specifications.
Document advanced knowledge and techniques for the safe and successful operation of gas tungsten welding, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and oxy fuel gas welding.
Demonstrate knowledge of code practices and procedures in American Welding Society D1.1.
Perform an American Welding Society 1G-4G with a backing strip test and 1G-3G with an open root.
