Interpreting Engineering Drawings: Common Abbreviations
By Glenn Sokolowski
In this interactive object, learners read the common abbreviations used in engineering drawings and then test their knowledge in three short exercises.
Setting Shielding Gas Flow for Wire Feed Welding
By Dave Hoffman
In this interactive object, the learner reads an explanation of how various shielding gases are used in GMAW and FCAW. An exercise completes the activity.
GMAW Modes of Transfer
By Jessie Lloyd
The learner will identify the advantages and disadvantages of the four modes of GMAW transfer.
Acronyms & Terminology of the SDS
Learners will understand the technical terms used in the context of the SDS to help them interpret its information.
Welding Wire Spool Installation Instructions
The learner will identify the steps and proper techniques for installing a wire spool on a welding machine.
Tips for Completing Welding Assignments
In this learning activity you'll gain tips for successfully completing welding assignments.
Wire Feed Welding Gun Assembly
In this interactive object, learners follow steps to assemble a wire feed welding torch or gun.
Axis Modes
By cebery
The learner will gain an understanding of the modes of axis movement for successful robot programming.
Starting a GTAW Weld Pool with Filler
By Sue Silverstein, Dave Hoffman
Students view a video that shows the correct methods for starting a GTAW weld pool and adding filler. It focuses on the two problems that many students have – adding filler too soon and angling the torch so that the filler melts prematurely on the filler rod. Note: This activity is 3.6 mb.
GMAW Process Variable Definitions
The learner will understand and be able to apply the common welding variables of the GMAW process.
The Planetary Gear Drive
The learner will understand the design of a planetary gear drive and its advantages and disadvantages.
Counting Programs
By Pat Medd
Robotic welding is an increasingly popular tool used in industrial welding applications. Knowing how to program the robot is key. Explore how to improve your programming skills by using if-then-else, calls, unconditional jumps, and counters in this learning activity.
Brain Exercise: Visualization #1
In this interactive object, learners practice their 3D visualization skills by identifying the correct isometric view of an object. Front, side, and top orthographic views are shown.
The Groove Weld Bend Test
GTAW Electrode Characteristics
In this learning module you'll become familiar with different types of GTAW electrodes.
Grinding Safety for Welders
The learner will...be able to safely use grinding equipment in the welding and metal fabrication shop.
Print Reading: Slotted Block
2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a slotted block. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
Successfully Completing Your Weld Test
The learner will...review the process for successfully completing a weld procedure specification for weld testing in the educational setting.
How to Use the Fillet Gage
The learner will understand how to properly use a fillet gage to measure weld size.
Robotic Welding Instructions
The learner will gain an understanding of how a robot uses welding instructions to perform tasks. This learning activity includes video.
Print Reading: Three-Step Block
2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a three-step block. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
Print Reading: Mounting Wedge
2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a mounting wedge. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
Wire Feed Equipment ID (GMAW)
This module is identify parts of the GMAW wire feed equipment.
GTAW Defects and Discontinuities
In this activity, we'll examine some common discontinuities associated with GTAW welding and review ways to prevent these problems from happening.