CCOG for WLD 203 Winter 2025
- Course Number:
- WLD 203
- Course Title:
- Structural Steel Welding Code & Standards
- Credit Hours:
- 4
- Lecture Hours:
- 40
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 0
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Addendum to Course Description
This is an outcome-based course utilizing a lecture format. This course is comprised of an introductory module and five (5) additional modules. Each of the modules, AWS D1.1, Section 1- General Provisions, Section 2 - Design of Welded Connections, Section 3 - Prequalification of Weld Procedure Specification (WPS), Section 4 - Qualification, and Section 5 - Fabrication, covers a specific section, or group of sections, of the Code. The questions following each module illustrate the type of 'question' likely to be encountered in practice.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon completion of the course students should be able to:
- Demonstrate professional work ethics.
- 欧洲杯决赛竞猜app_欧洲杯足球网-投注|官网 a Welding Procedure Qualification Record (PQR), Welding Procedure Specification Record (WPS), and Welder Qualification Record.
- Complete Weld Procedure Specification (WPS) documents in accordance with AWS D1.1.
- Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and apply the provisions of AWS D1.1.
Outcome Assessment Strategies
The student will be assessed on his/her ability to demonstrate the achievement of course outcomes. The methods of assessment will include one or more of the following: oral or written examinations, written assignments, work habits, task performance and work relations.
Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)
Demonstrate Professional Work Ethics
- Understand the importance of professional ethics in Code interpretation
- Perform assignments in accordance to Code specifications and procedures
- Follow directions in a positive manner
- Manage time productively
- Demonstrate skill in problem solving and decision making
Understand and Apply General Requirements
- Definition of the Code
- History of the Code
- Overview of AWS D1.1
- Definitions of standard terms as used in AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
- Approval
- Mandatory Provisions
- Definitions
- Weld Symbols
- Safety
- Standard Units of Measurement
Analysis and interperation of the Welded Connection Design
Interpretation
- Drawings
- Information
- Weld Sequence
- Weld Size/Length
- Symbols
- Groove Welds
Describe the Prequalified Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) Process as it Applies to the 欧洲杯决赛竞猜app_欧洲杯足球网-投注|官网ment of:
- Weld Processes
- Base Metal / Filler Metal Combinations
- Minimum Preheat / Interpass temperature
- WPS Essential Variables
Explain Qualification Requirements as they Relate to the Following:
- Requirements for WPS and Welding Performance Qualification
- Weld Procedure Specification
- Positions
- Type of Qualification Tests
- Weld Types
- Preparation of Welding Procedure Specification
- Essential Variables
- Acceptance Criteria for WPS
- Weld Processes Requiring Qualification
Application and Understanding of Performance Qualification Test Requirements
- Production Weld Positions Qualified
- Production Thick nesses and Diameters Qualified
- Type of Tests Required
- Re-Test
Interpretation of AWS D1.1 Specifications for:
- Base Metal
- Welding Consumables
Interpret and Verify Compliance of AWS D1.1 Inspection Requirements
- Inspector Requirements
- Inspection of Welder, Welding Operator and Tack Welder Qualifications
- Visual Inspection
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Inspection procedures (minimum requirements)
- Standards and codes (AWS D1.1)
- Applicable methods/processes
- Acceptance criteria (AWS D1.1)
TEXT:
Required Text: AWS Structural Steel Welding Code, D1.1