Description
Introduction to metallurgy of carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Set up and Illustrate proper mechanical requirements for welding steel, aluminum with GMAW/GTAW/ SMAW processes; create electrical diagrams for specific current needed to weld steel/aluminum; acquire proper meanings for welding terminology; exchange of carbon in steel; allotropy of iron atoms; transformation temperatures; treatment of metals with heat; adhere to the ASTM designation system; summarize the classification of carbon steels and aluminum for proper filler metal selection; and illustrate heat affected zone. Acquaint self with acceptable, unacceptable welds through the interpretation of relevant welding codes.