Locating Features on a Drawing by Zone
FVTC Welding Lab 360 Tour
By Jessie Jelinski
Step inside this activity to view a 360° virtual safety tour of the FVTC Welding Labs.
SMAW Discontinuities
In this activity, we'll examine some common discontinuities associated with SMAW welding and review ways to prevent these problems from happening.
Robotic Welding Instructions
By cebery
The learner will gain an understanding of how a robot uses welding instructions to perform tasks. This learning activity includes video.
Introduction to 5S Practices in the Workplace
Let's explore what 5S is and how we use it in the welding workshop.
Reading the Title Block
In this activity we’ll explain what a title block is and how to read the information it holds.
Converting Between Standard and Metric Measurements
As a welder, you'll need to know how to convert between standard and metric measurements. Try this activity to practice converting between these two measurements. A conversion chart is provided to help you complete this work.
The Basics of Welding Electricity
Explore welding electricity fundamentals including electron theory, parts of a circuit, welding power sources, and types of current.
GMAW Setup Guide
How to set up the GTAW welding unit
FCAW Setup Guide
Weaving Terms
Robotic welding allows welders to create more consistent and higher quality welds. But, it requires you to understand the terminology associated with its programs. Watch this module to review terminology associated with robotic arc welding and the weaving process.
GMAW Discontinuities
In this activity, we'll examine some common discontinuities associated with GMAW welding and review ways to prevent these problems from happening.
Fillet Weld Break Test
Touch Sensing
By Pat Medd
You’ll explore how to use Touch Sensing to do a one directional search with a Fanuc Robot and offset of the robot’s programmed path.
We’ll explore touch sense fundamentals, touch sense commands, and break down a touch sense program.
GTAW Equipment ID
Identify and learn more about the parts of a welding torch, cables, and a welding machine.
TIG Electrode Matching
Print Reading: Holder
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 holder. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.
Fillet Weld Acid Etch Test
Using Coupons in Welding Classes
We’ll explore why everyone should reduce the waste they produce in the welding shop. We'll also demonstrate some ways to reduce waste as you work.
SMAW Setup Guide
Ruler Graduation
Tolerances