Shielded Metal Arc Welding

By John R. Walker, W. Richard Polanin, John R. Walker

Book Overview

Shielded Metal Arc Welding is a write-in text that progresses from basic theory to specialized techniques. It focuses on the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. A unit on welding problems provides solutions that students can use when they encounter an issue. This text prepares students for the Written Knowledge and Workmanship Performance Tests for Module 4 of AWS SENSE Level I - Entry Welder certification. Write-in format allows students to work at their own pace and instructors to easily monitor student progress and comprehension. Many content updates added for this edition, including additional fire safety and protection content; information on unclassified electrodes and welding positions; information on filler metal content, weld penetration, voltage polarity, low hydrogen electrodes, and deposit rate; and new information on nondestructive testing, destructive testing, and the responsibilities of a welding inspector.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1631261231
• ISBN13: 9781631261237
• Release Date: September 2014
• Publisher: Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.4" x 10.9"
• Grade Range: Grade 9 to Postsecondary