Welding Fundamentals

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Objective

I can create a basic weld joint using the appropriate techniques and materials.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

9 questions

1

What safety gear is essential before starting a welding project, and why is each item important?

2

Describe the recommended distance for the welding wire stick-out in MIG welding and explain how this affects the welding process.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe the steps you would take to create a T joint weld, including the angle at which the welding gun should be held and the technique used to avoid undercutting. Explain how you would adjust your welding parameters when performing a vertical up weld compared to a vertical down weld, and describe the impact these adjustments have on the weld quality.

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