Module 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Powerpoint

In this virtual lecture, Michael discusses Module 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding. This video corresponds with Module 4 in your textbook covering SMAW also known as Stick welding. Michael will discuss the safety precautions that go along with the SMAW welding process, machine setup, components, and consumables necessary for SMAW. We will be covering the AWS electrode classification system for SMAW, how to select the correct electrode, and polarity for the type and thickness of material being welded. We will also discuss the operator variables that will help you lay a nice weld bead in the joint by using the correct voltage settings, arc length, work angle, travel angle, and travel speed.

Module 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Machine Setup/Demonstration

In this video Michael will go through the setup of the SMAW welding machine and how to select the correct voltage and demonstrate operator variables, arc length, work angle, travel angle, and travel speed. Along with discussing the operator variables, Michael will highlight some tips for striking an arc, maintaining an arc, extinguishing the arc, and filling in craters including tie ins/blending/continuing a weld.

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Module 3 Video / Practice Test

Module 3: Drawing and Welding Symbol Interpretation Powerpoint In this virtual lecture, Michael discusses Module 3: Drawing and Welding Symbol Interpretation. This video corresponds with Module 3 in your textbook

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Module 4 Video / Practice Test

Module 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Powerpoint In this virtual lecture, Michael discusses Module 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding. This video corresponds with Module 4 in your textbook covering SMAW

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Module 6 Video / Practice Test

Module 6: Flux Core Arc Welding Powerpoint In this virtual lecture, Michael will discuss Module 6: Flux Core Arc Welding. This video corresponds with Module 6 in your textbook. Michael

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Module 8 Video / Practice Test

Module 8: Thermal Cutting Processes Powerpoint In this virtual lecture, Michael will discuss Module 8: Thermal Cutting Processes which will cover Oxygen Gas Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, and Air Carbon

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Module 9 Video / Practice Test

Module 9: Welding Inspection and Testing In this virtual lecture, Michael will discuss Module 9: Welding Inspection and Testing. This video corresponds with Module 9 in your textbook. Michael will

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Module 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding