Grayson County Technology Center
Industrial Welding Department 2016-2017
WLD140A Gas Metal Arc Welding Syllabus
Trimester 1, Period 1
Instructor: Larry Baker
Room: 65
Phone: (270) 259-3195
E-mail:
Course Description:
This course will aid students in identification, inspection, and maintenance of GMAW machines; identification, selection and storage of GMAW electrodes; principles of GMAW; and the effects of variables on the GMAW process. Theory and applications of related processes such as FCAW and SAW and metallurgy are also included.
Prerequisites: WLD120A, WLD120B, WLD121
Class Objectives
Students will:
1. Obtain current insight to career opportunities in the welding industry.
2. Recall potential hazards common to the welding industry, required safe practices, proper safety clothing and equipment of students and employees of the above processes (review).
3. Common hazards associated with the Oxyfuel Cutting process and required safe practices (review)
4. Describe the Gas Metal Arc and Flux Core Welding process (open response)
5. Learn potential hazards and safety procedures for the GMAW / FCAW
6. Selection, identification, maintenance, and storage of GMAW /FCAW electrode wire
7. Learn to set up GMAW /FCAW power supplies and equipment for welding
8. Identify and apply weld joint geometry
9. Learn how to prepare metal for welding
10. Understand and apply various techniques for welding steel plate with GMAW /FCAW
11. Apply knowledge of basic metallurgy to control chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of carbon steel.
12. Identify weld joint geometry
13. Use shop equipment and tools.
Class Requirements:
1. Textbook: Modern Welding (school furnished)
2. Paper and pencil (or pen w/o red ink) (student furnished)
3. folder (school furnished)
4. Pad lock\locker (furnished, but $4.00 lost key)
5. Safety glasses (first pair furnished all afterwards $2.00 @)
6. Shade # 5 Cutting glasses (or goggles) (school furnished)
7. Gauntlet (long cuff) leather welding/cutting gloves (student furnished)
8. High-top leather boots (steel toed preferred) (student furnished)
9. Cotton work pants and shirt (student furnished)
10. Tape Measure (student furnished)
Grading Scale:
90 – 100 A
80 – 89 B
70 – 79 C
60 – 69 D
0 – 59 F
Grading Policy:
– all classroom tests require a minimum of 80% - or retest
– Classroom & Shop Test scores makeup 1/2 of Total grade average, Daily Grade scores make up 1/2
– Daily Grade averages are assigned at the end of each week
– Student participation in class/shop activities result in a ‘100% Daily Grade score’ , lack of participation will result in a ‘0’ Daily Grade score
– At the end of the week, a ‘0’ Daily Grade is assigned for each unexcused absence. If a student has an unexcused absence changed to excused, the student is to notify the Welding Instructor to confirm this change (so the ‘0’ grade can be dropped) – or that grade shall remain!
– tardiness results in a Discipline Referral write-up and a 20 point deduction for that day’s Daily Grade
– excessive tardiness results in school discipline
General Class Policies:
– All policies shall be adhered to that are outlined in the GCHS handbook
– Students are expected to be on time for class.
– Students expected daily to be prepared for class (pencil or pen, paper) and/or shop work (depending on the requirements of that particular lab – such as safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
– Never leave class without permission of instructor, or substitute teacher.
– If absence occurs, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain lecture notes, make-up tests, etc.
– Students are expected to be alert and attentive to class lectures.
– Class disruptions or distractions to other students result in disciplinary actions.
– No caps in class or shop (the only exception is a welder’s cap that may only be worn during welding or cutting operations).
– No cell phones (turned in to GCTC Director – see handbook procedures).
– Vulgarity or profanity (of any form) (direct or implied) will result in disciplinary action
– All students have a right to a safe environment – shop safety infractions may result in student being confined to classroom at the discretion of the instructor (disciplinary action may also be taken). Students who display willful, dangerous behavior to self & classmates will be removed to an area or situation that is safer for themselves and others around them.
– Makeup work is the responsibility of the student who has missed days – makeup tests are arranged according to the convenience of the instructor.
– Unexcused absences result in ‘0’ daily grade.
Classroom Lessons will include:
– Lecture and demonstrations
– Power point presentations by the instructor
– Study guides for each lesson
– Reading and writing assignments (portfolio piece will be completed that will become part of your materials you may select for inclusion in your required senior writing portfolio)
– Reviews
– ‘Pop’ quizzes
– Written exams
– Group work
– Guest speakers from local industries and schools
– Students are responsible for completing and returning all the following forms: student application, medical release, class expectations, power tool usage, and field trip permission by the beginning of the 2nd school week session. Points will be deducted at the rate of 20 points per day thereafter until the forms are turned in (ie. 2 days late = 60% daily grade) Failure to turn in all required forms over one week late will result in disciplinary action.
General Shop Safety Policies:
– Violations of safety rules may result in restriction from the welding shop to the classroom for one or more days, depending on the nature or frequency of the violations. Restriction to the classroom results in a ‘0’ daily grade for that day. Continuous or serious violations may result in disciplinary action.
– Students must all pass a written shop safety tests by 100% before allowed to participate in shop activities.
– There shall be no horseplay in shop or classroom.
– Safety glasses, and work boots shall be worn in all shop areas at all times. The only exception for this rule is either inside the yellow striped ‘safe zone’ or inside the classroom.
– Other eye protection for particular cutting or welding activities:
Tinted lenses for: Oxyfuel Cutting, Palsma Arc Cutting, Air Carbon Arc or Exothermic Cutting, arc welding of any type
– In addition to safety glasses, face shields shall also be worn while operating a bench grinder or chop saw.
– Boots and clothing shall comply to safety guidelines given in OFC and Arc Welding classes.
– Flame retardant (or leather) cape-sleeves (or jacket) shall be worn for all welding and cutting operations.
– Gloves shall be worn for all flame cutting and welding operations.
– Gloves shall not be worn using a bench grinder.
– ‘Frayed’ areas of pants and shirts shall be covered with duck-tape before shop work.
– No projects shall be undertaken without Instructor’s prior approval.
– No student shall use any equipment without previous training from Instructor.
– No student shall tamper with any arc welding power source while the weld operation is underway (another student welding).
– No student shall operate equipment while using prescription medication without previous approval of Instructor.
– All defective equipment shall be reported to Instructor immediately.
– All accidents shall be reported to Instructor immediately.
– No student shall leave the Welding classrooms without Instructor’s approval.
– No student shall enter a welding booth not assigned to them without Instructor’s approval.
– No aerosols (such as anti-spatter cans) shall be placed in welding booths.
– No butane lighters permitted in classroom or shop area.
– Inhalers are not to be carried in the shop area. These are to be given to the instructor until class is over.
– Tampering with safety, shop, or emergency equipment shall receive a discipline referral and a meeting w/parent or guardian.
I may be reached at 270-259-3195 or
Class Content
Lesson: Careers in Welding
Lesson duration: 3 days
Lesson: General Welding Safety Review
Lesson duration: approx. 2 weeks
Lesson: Oxyfuel Cutting Equipment/Supplies and Safety Review
Lesson duration: approx. 1 week
Lesson: Oxyfuel Cutting Lab Review
Lesson duration: approx. 3 days
Lesson: Gas Metal Arc Welding / Flux Cored Arc Welding Fundamentals & Safety
Lesson duration: approx. 3 weeks
Lesson: Gas Metal Arc Welding / Flux Cored Arc Welding Equipment Setup Lab
Lesson duration: approx. 1 week
Lesson: Gas Metal Arc Welding / Flux Cored Arc Welding Single-pass Fillet Lab
Lesson duration: approx. 4 weeks
Kentucky's Learning Goals / Academic Expectations:
AE 1.11 Students write using appropriate forms, conventions, and styles to communicate ideas and information to different audiences for different purposes.
AE 1:2 Students make sense of the variety of materials they read.
AE 1.3 Students make sense of the various things they observe.
AE 1.4 Students make sense of the various messages to which they listen.
AE 2.31 Students demonstrate the knowledge and skills they need to remain physically healthy and to accept responsibility for their own physical well-being.
AE 2.36 Students use strategies for choosing and preparing for a career
AE 2.37 Students demonstrate skills and work habits that lead to success in future schooling and work.
Kentucky Occupational Skills Standards:
AD002 Demonstrate ability to learn new process steps
AD003 Implement new process steps given oral instructions
EB001 Assume responsibility for the personal safety of self and others
EB002 Maintain a clean and safe work environment
EB003 Demonstrate a positive personal attitude towards safety
EB004 Comply with established safety practices
EB005 Identify fire exits and fire-fighting equipment
EB006 Report unsafe practices to appropriate personnel
EG001 Demonstrate consistently punctual arrival
EG003 Demonstrate enthusiasm and confidence about work and learning new tasks
EG007 Demonstrate the ability to make career decisions
EG016 Demonstrate a willingness to learn
OB001 Complete forms and paperwork as required
OB002 Wear protective safety clothing as required
OB003 Maintain and use protective guards and equipment on machinery
OB009 Operate equipment in a safe, prescribed manner
OB018 Respond to emergencies in the appropriate manner
OE001 Demonstrate safe use, treatment and maintenance of tools, equipment and machines
OE002 Demonstrate basic mechanical skills
Common Core Standards:
Speaking & Listening:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.1 Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 11–12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas.
Reading:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.
Writing:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.1a Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish the significance of the claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that logically sequences claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.2d Use precise language, domain-specific vocabulary, and techniques such as metaphor, simile, and analogy to manage the complexity of the topic.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.2f Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic).
Potential Activities and Resources:
· Handouts (study-sheets)
· PowerPoint lesson
· Modern Welding textbook
· Shop demonstrations
· Guest speakers
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