Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog

WEL 121 - SMAW (Stick) Stick Plate Welding I


3 Credit Hour(s)
1 Lecture Hour(s)
4 Lab Hours(s)
This course is a study of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) theory and practice in preparation and welding of flat and horizontal position steel plate joints. Students learn to produce stringer beads, weaves, fillet, and groove welds in the flat and horizontal positions. Safety, electrode selection, American Welding Society (AWS) weld symbols, equipment setup and operation, inspection and testing are included.