COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIAL

Sector:
METALS AND ENGINEERING

Qualification:
SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) NC II

Unit of Competency:
INTERPRET DRAWING AND SKETCHES
Module Title:
INTERPRETING DRAWING AND SKETCHES

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 HOW TO USE THE MODULE

Welcome to the Module “Interpreting Drawing and Sketches”. This

module contains training materials and activities for you to complete.The unit of
competency “Interpret Drawing and Sketches”contains knowledge, skills and
attitudes required for a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC II course.You are
required to go through a series of learning activities in order to complete each of
the learning outcomes of the module. In each learning outcome there are
Information Sheets, Operation Sheets, Job Sheet and Activity Sheets. Follow these
activities on your own and answer the Self-Check at the end of each learning
activity.
If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask your teacher for assistance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may already have some of the knowledge and skills covered in this
module because you have:
 been working for some time
 already have completed training in this area.
If you can demonstrate to your teacher that you are competent in a
particular skill or skills, talk to him/her about having them formally recognized so
you don’t have to do the same training again. If you have a qualification or
Certificate of Competency from previous trainings show it to your teacher. If the
skills you acquired are still current and relevant to this module, they may become
part of the evidence you can present for RPL. If you are not sure about the
currency of your skills, discuss it with your teacher.
After completing this module ask your teacher to assess your competency.
Result of your assessment will be recorded in your competency profile. All the
learning activities are designed for you to complete at your own pace.
Inside this module you will find the activities for you to complete followed by
relevant information sheets for each learning outcome. Each learning outcome
may have more than one learning activity.

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 List of Competencies

BASIC COMPETENCIES
No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code
Participate in workplace Participating in workplace 500311101
1
communication communication
2 Work in team environment Working in team environment 500311102
Practice career Practicing career 500311103
3
professionalism professionalism
Practice occupational health Practicing occupational health 500311104
4
and safety procedures and safety procedures
COMMON COMPETENCIES
No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code

1 Apply Safety Practices Applying Safety Practices MEE721201

Interpret Drawings and Interpreting Drawings and

2 MEE721202
Sketches Sketches
Performing Industry
3 Perform Industry Calculations MEE721203
Calculations
Contributing to Quality
4 Contribute to Quality System MEE721204
System
5 Use Hand Tools Using Hand Tools MEE721205

6 Prepare Weld Materials Preparing Weld Materials MEE721206

7 Setup Welding Equipment Setting up Welding Equipment MEE721207

8 Fit up Weld Materials Fitting up Weld Materials MEE721208

9 Repair Welds Repairing Welds MEE721209

CORE COMPETENCIES
No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code
Weld Carbon Steel Plates and Welding Carbon Steel Plates
1 MEE721301
Pipe Using SMAW and Pipe Using SMAW

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How to use this competency-based ------------------------------------------------- 2

List of Competencies-------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Table of contents ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Module content ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Learning outcome # 1 Identify Standard Alphabet of Line ---------------- 6
Learning experiences -------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Information Sheet 2.1-1 ----------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Self-Check 2.1-1 ------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Answer Key 2.1-1 ------------------------------------------------------------ 18
Information Sheet 2.1-2 ----------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Self-Check 2.1-2 ------------------------------------------------------------- 33
Answer Key 2.1-2 ------------------------------------------------------------ 34
Learning outcome # 2 Identify Orthographic / Isometric Views----------- 35
Learning experiences -------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Information Sheet 2.2-1 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 38
Self-Check 2.2-1 ------------------------------------------------------------- 55
Answer Key 2.2-1 ------------------------------------------------------------ 56
Information Sheet 2.2-2 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 57
Self-Check 2.2-2 ------------------------------------------------------------- 68
Answer Key 2.2-2 ------------------------------------------------------------ 69
Task Sheet 2.2-2a-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 70
The Performance Criteria Checklist 2.2-2a-------------------------------------- 71
Learning outcome # 3Interpret Standard Drawing Symbols
Dimensional Tolerances and Notations ---------- 72
Learning experiences -------------------------------------------------------------------- 73
Information Sheet 2.3-1 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 74
Self-Check 2.3-1 ------------------------------------------------------------- 75
Answer Key 2.3-1 ------------------------------------------------------------ 76
Information Sheet 2.3-2 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 77
Self-Check 2.3-2 ------------------------------------------------------------- 84
Answer Key 2.3-2 ------------------------------------------------------------ 85
Information Sheet 2.3-3 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 86
Self-Check 2.3-3 ------------------------------------------------------------- 87
Answer Key 2.3-3 ------------------------------------------------------------ 88
REFERENCES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 89

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 MODULE CONTENT
QUALIFICATION Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC I

UNIT OF COMPETENCY Interpret Drawing and Sketches

MODULE TITLE Interpreting Drawing and Sketches

INTRODUCTION:
This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, desirable attitudes
and skills to perform Shielded Metal Arc Welding work to the standard
expected in the workplace.
This common unit of competency covers learning outcomes such as;
identify standard alphabet of lines, identify orthographic / isometric views and
interpret standard drawing symbols, dimensional tolerances and notations.

NOMINAL DURATION: 8 HRS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
LO1. Identify standard alphabet of lines

LO2. Identify orthographic/ isometric views

LO3. Interpret standard drawing symbols, dimensional tolerances and

notations

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1.1 Alphabet of lines are identified
1.2 Uses of the alphabet of lines are explained
2.1 Orthographic and isometric drawing are identified
2.2 Orthographic and isometric views are explained
3.1 Drawing symbols are interpreted according to drawing standards
3.2 Dimensional tolerances, notations are interpreted according to
specifications

LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY

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LEARNING OUTCOME #1 IDENTIFY STANDARD ALPHABET
OF LINES

CONTENTS:
 Alphabet of lines, applications and drawing specification
 Dimensions and scaling

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1.1 Alphabet of lines are identified
1.2 Uses of the alphabet of lines are explained

CONDITION:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
 Equipment/accessories
- OHP/transparencies
- computer
- Video/multi-media materials

 Training materials
- reference book,
- learning modules
- blueprint (sample)
- writing instrument
- drawing instrument

EVALUATION METHOD:

 Written
 Direct observation
 Interview/oral

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCES

LEARNING OUTCOME #1: Identify standards alphabet of lines

Learning Activities Special Instructions

1. Read Information If you have some problem on the content of the
Sheet no. 2.1-1 on information sheet don’t hesitate to approach your
alphabet of lines, facilitator.
applications and
specifications If you feel that you are knowledgeable about the
content of the information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the module.
2. Answer Self-check Refer your answers to the answer key 2.1-1 for
no. 2.1-1 self-check. You are required to get all answers
correct. If not, read the information sheets again to
answer all questions correctly.
3. Read Information If you have some problem on the content of the
Sheet no. 2.1-2on information sheet don’t hesitate to approach your
dimension and facilitator.
scale
If you feel that you are knowledgeable about the
content of the information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the module.
4. Answer Self-check Refer your answers to the answer key 2.1-3for self-
no. 2.1-2 check. You are required to get all answers correct.
If not, read the information sheets again to answer
all questions correctly.
Congratulations on a Job well done!

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.1-1
Alphabet of Lines and Application

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET you must be able
to:

1. Identify standard alphabet of lines

2. Enumerate different kinds of lines

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 Self-Check 2.1-1

Identify the given alphabet of lines

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.1-2
Dimensions and Scale

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you must be able
to:

1. Know the guidelines for dimensioning; and

2. Identify the types of dimensioning.

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 Self-Check 2.1-2

1. Used to simplify parallel dimensions and reduce the space used on a

drawing.
2. Consist of several dimensions originating from one projection line.
3. Type of dimensioning that is both chain and parallel dimensioning are used
in drawing.
4. Should only be used if the function of the object you are drawing will not be
affected by the accumulation of the tolerances.
5. To describe an object completely a drafter needs to define both the shape
and the size of the object.
6-10 guidelines for dimensioning.

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 LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY

LEARNING OUTCOME #2 IDENTIFY ORTHOGRAPHIC /

ISOMETRIC VIEWS

CONTENTS:
 Types of welding joints and symbols
o Contour symbols
 Drawing technique
o Perspective
o Exploded view
o Hidden view technique
 Projections
o First angle projections
o Third angle projections

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
2.1 Orthographic and isometric drawing are identified
2.2 Orthographic and isometric views are explained

CONDITION:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
 Equipment/accessories
- OHP/transparencies
- Computer
- Video/multi-media materials
 Training materials
- Reference book,
- Learning modules
- Blueprint (sample)
- Writing instrument
- Drawing instrument

EVALUATION METHOD:

 Written
 Direct observation
 Interview/oral
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 LEARNING EXPERIENCES

LEARNING OUTCOME #2: Identify orthographic / Isometric Views

Learning Activities Special Instructions
1. Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of the
no. 2.2-1 on types of information sheet don’t hesitate to approach
welding joints and your facilitator.
symbols
If you feel that you are knowledgeable about
the content of the information sheet, you can
now answer self-check provided in the module.
2. Answer Self-check no. Refer your answers to the answer key2.2-1
2.2-1 for self-check. You are required to get all
answers correct. If not, read the information
sheets again to answer all questions
correctly.
3. Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of the
no. 2.2-2 on drawing information sheet don’t hesitate to approach
technique your facilitator.
If you feel that you are knowledgeable about
the content of the information sheet, you can
now answer self-check provided in the module.
4. Answer Self-check no. Refer your answers to the answer key2.2-2
2.2-2 for self-check. You are required to get all
answers correct. If not, read the information
sheets again to answer all questions
correctly.
5. Observe the trainer If you have some problems on the
demonstrating the steps demonstration don’t hesitate to approach your
in sketching facilitator.
orthographic views. If you feel that you have absorbed the contents
of the demonstration, then you can now
perform the next activity.
6. Perform Task Sheet Evaluate your output based on the
2.2-2a which is to Performance Criteria Checklist 2.2-2a. If the
perform sketching results are satisfactory, you can proceed to the
orthographic views next activity.

7. Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of the
no. 2.2-3on projection information sheet don’t hesitate to approach
your facilitator.

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 If you feel that you are knowledgeable about
the content of the information sheet, you can
now answer self-check provided in the module.

8. Answer Self-check no. Refer your answers to the answer key2.2-3for

2.2-3 self-check. You are required to get all
answers correct. If not, read the information
sheets again to answer all questions
correctly.
Congratulations on a Job well done! You have successfully completed
LO2 of Common2 and are now ready for the next LO. Good luck and
God bless!

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-1
Types of Welding Joints and Symbols

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you must be able
to:

1. Identify the welding symbols; and

2. Identify the location of the weld with respect to joint.

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1. It is used on drawing to specify where welds are to be located.

2. It simply connects the reference line to the joint or area to be welded.
3. It is used only when necessary to include a specification, process or other
reference information.
4. Becomes the foundation of the welding symbol
5. It refers to the symbol for a specific type of weld.
6. Used with weld symbol to show how the face of the weld is to be formed.
7. A black flag that points toward the tail of the welding symbol.
8. When this symbol is placed on welding symbol, welds are to continue all
around the joint.
9. The basis of reference for welding symbols.
10. The side of the joints which the arrow points.

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-2
Drawing Technique and Projection

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you must able to:

1. Know the different kind of technique; and

2. Identify the three main perspective systems.

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 Self-Check 2.2-2

Define the following:

1. exploded views

2. Orthographic projection

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 Task Sheet 2.2-2a

Title: Sketching Orthographic Views

Performance Objective: Given this operation assigned to you, you must

be able to Identify and Sketch orthographic views

Supplies/Materials : Pencil, Eraser, Protractor, Compass, Drawing

table, T-square, Triangle, A4 paper

Steps/Procedure:
1. Know the dimensions of the object: the length, width
and thickness.
Study the proportions of the parts and that of the whole object.
2. Check on the kind of view you wish to use in the object. Be sure
that the main surfaces are represented. More importantly check
on the size of the views taking care that they are proportioned
properly.
3. Draw the object using light lines first to give easier time for
erasures. Later when the view drawn is acceptable, the lines will
be made darker.
ORTHOGRAPHIC OR MULTI-VIEW DRAWING

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Assessment Method:
Performance Criteria Checklist

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 The Performance Criteria Checklist
Operation Sheet 2.2-2a

Trainee’s Name ________________________________ Date _____________

Criteria YES NO
1. Know the dimensions of the object:

the length, width and thickness.

2. Main surfaces are represented

3. Size of the views taking care that they are

proportioned properly.

4. View drawn is acceptable

Comments/Suggestions:

Trainer:_________________________Date:___________________

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 LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY

LEARNING OUTCOME #3 INTERPRET STANDARD DRAWING

SYMBOLS, DIMENSIONAL
TOLERANCES AND NOTATIONS

CONTENTS:
 Welding positions
 Contour symbols
 Welding process(abbreviation)

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
3.1 Drawing symbols are interpreted according to drawing standards
3.2 Dimensional tolerances, notations are interpreted according to
specifications

CONDITION:
Trainees must be provided with the following:
 Equipment/accessories
- OHP/transparencies
- Computer
- Video/multi-media materials

 Training materials
- Reference book,
- Learning modules
- Blueprint (sample)
- Writing instrument
- Drawing instrument

EVALUATION METHOD:

 Written
 Direct observation
 Interview/oral

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCES

LEARNING OUTCOME #3: Interpret Standard Drawing Symbols Dimensional

Tolerances and Notation
Learning Activities Special Instructions
1. Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of the
no. 2.3-1 on welding information sheet don’t hesitate to approach
positions your facilitator.
If you feel that you are knowledgeable about
the content of the information sheet, you can
now answer self-check provided in the module.
2. Answer Self-check no. Refer your answers to the answer key2.3-1
2.3-1 for self-check. You are required to get all
answers correct. If not, read the information
sheets again to answer all questions
correctly.
3. Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of the
no. 2.3-2 on contour information sheet don’t hesitate to approach
symbols your facilitator.
If you feel that you are knowledgeable about
the content of the information sheet, you can
now answer self-check provided in the module.
4. Answer Self-check no. Refer your answers to the answer key2.3-2
2.3-2 for self-check. You are required to get all
answers correct. If not, read the information
sheets again to answer all questions
correctly.
5. Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content of the
no. 2.3-3on welding information sheet don’t hesitate to approach
process (abbreviations) your facilitator.
If you feel that you are knowledgeable about
the content of the information sheet, you can
now answer self-check provided in the module.
6. Answer Self-check no. Refer your answers to the answer key2.3-3for
2.3-3 self-check. You are required to get all
answers correct. If not, read the information
sheets again to answer all questions
correctly.
Congratulations on a Job well done! You have successfully completed
LO3 of Common2 and are now ready for the next LO. Good luck and
God bless!

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.3-1
Welding Positions
Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you must be able
to:
1. identify the welding positions;
2. identify the welding codes and plan specification.

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 Self-Check 2.3-1

Identify the welding positions

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.3-2
Contour Symbols

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you must be able
to:
1. know the contour symbols; and
2. Identify the welding symbols.

AWS WELDING SYMBOLS

A. Introduction to AWS Welding Symbols
1. The welding symbols used today are considered shorthand for the welder.
Developing a clear means of communication between the designing engineer
and the welder building the project. The American Welding Society (AWS) has
developed a standard set of symbols to be used for this purpose. Both the
designing engineer and the welder use these symbols without need for further
communication.

B. The Welding Symbol

1. The welding symbol is made up of three parts.

a. The Tail
b. Reference Line
c. The Arrow

2. The Reference Line

a. The reference line is the main foundation for welding symbols used
in blueprints.
b. Anything written above the reference line itself indicates a weld on
the other side of where the arrow points.
c. Anything written below the reference line itself indicates a weld on
the same side as the arrow points.

Other Side Other Side

Arrow Side Arrow Side

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 d. Additional reference lines are used to present a sequence of welds
or operations to be preformed. Sometimes it is necessary to
prepare the joint before welding, this will be defined in the welding
symbol. Additional references can be made in two ways, fist
drawing another reference line or stacking symbols.

Second Operation
Two Lines Single Line
First Operation

211C-3

3. The Arrow
a. The arrow runs from the reference line and designates the joint that
needs to be welded.
b. A straight arrow is used for weld locations.
c. A broken-arrow line is used for joint preparation and breaks toward
the piece that is to be beveled.
Straight Arrow Line Broken-Arrow Line

4. The Tail
a. Inside the tail will be further information about the weld. Usually,
the method of welding or type of welding rod to be used.
b. Specification or other references will be placed here.
c. The tail might not appear on the reference line if it is not being
used.

E7018 BACK GTAW

WELD

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C. The Weld Symbol
1. The most important feature of the welding symbol is the type of weld to
be used on the joint.

a. Fillet weld
b. Plug or Slot weld
c. Spot weld
d. Seam weld
e. Groove weld
1) Square Groove
2) V-Groove
3) Bevel–Groove
4) U-Groove
5) J-Groove
6) Flare-V
7) Flare-Bevel
(See chart, 211C-15)
D. Size of Welds
1. The size of the weld will be indicated on the weld symbol.
2. The size will be expressed in decimals, fractions, or metric unit (mm).
3. The size will be located in front of the weld symbol on the reference line.

3/8" 8"

4. The length of the weld will be placed after the weld symbol.
5. If the length of the legs on a fillet weld is meant to be unequal they will be
labeled with two dimensions.
6. If a note gives the size of the welds, no dimensions will appear on the
symbol.
(See Chart 211X-16)

E. Sizes, Gaps, and Angle of Grooves

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 1. If the groove goes through the plate, a measurement of distance is not
needed.

2. If the groove only goes a certain depth through the metal, a measurement
will be given before the weld symbol.
.35

0.35

3. If a number appear in parentheses (.40) before the weld symbol, it will

determine the depth of the effective throat.
.35 (.40)

0.40

4. If a gap between the two pieces of metal is needed, it will be indicated on the
weld symbol.

1/16

1/16
F. Other Symbols
1. All Around, Symbol – When a bead is to be welded all the way around a
plate or pipe the circle symbol will appear on the reference line’s
connection with the arrow symbol.

Side View

Top View
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2. Field Weld, Symbol – When a weld is to be made or inspected out in the
field a flag will appear on the reference line’s connection with the arrow
symbol.

3. Offset Symbols – If the welds symbols are off set from each other, the
beads need to be offset from each other.

End View Top View

4. Contour and Finish Symbols

a. Flush – The flush symbol will be used when the
finished surface needs to be flush.
b. Convex – The convex symbol will be used when the
finished surface needs to be convex.
c. Concave – The concave symbol will be used when the
finished surface needs to concave, this is very seldom
used but it has its’ purpose.
d. Finish Method – Most of the time the welding process will
determine the finished surface. If a mechanical means
of surfacing are needed it will be indicated by a letter,
otherwise a letter will not appear.

1) C – Chipping
2) M – Machining G
3) G – Grinding
5) R – Rolling
6) H – Hammering
7) U – Unspecified

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 5. Back and Backing Welds

a. A Backing weld will be made on the opposite side of a groove before the groove
weld is made and will also appear on the opposite side of the reference line. It
will also be noted in the tail as to be a Back or Backing weld.

Backing Weld

b. A Back weld will be made on the opposite side of a groove weld after
the groove weld and will also appear on the opposite side of the
reference line. It will also be noted in the tail as to be a Back or
Backing weld.

Back Weld

6. Melt-Through Welds – Welds that are required to melt through to the other
side of the metal will be indicated by the melt-through symbol, which will
appear opposite of the weld symbol. The height of the melt through will be
indicated left of the melt-through symbol.
1/16"

1/16"

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7. Surfacing and hard facing Welds – Welds that are applied to areas that need
to be built up or need hard facing to prevent wear. The height of the weld will
be indicated to the left of the weld symbol.

1/8"

1"

10"

1/8"

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 Self-Check 2.3-2

Define.
1. Flush
2. Convex
3. Concave
4. Field weld symbol
5. Reference line

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2.3-3
Welding Process Abbreviations

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you must be able
to:
1. Identify the different welding process abbreviations.

Abbreviation Process Name

AHW Atomic Hydrogen Welding
  B Brazing (Capillary Action)
BMAW Bare Metal Arc Welding
BW Braze Welding ( Groove or Fillet )
CAC-A Carbon Arc Cutting (Also Gouging)
CAW Carbon Arc Welding
CAW-G Gas Carbon Arc Welding
CAW-S Shielded Carbon Arc Welding
CAW-T Twin Carbon Arc Welding
FCAW Flux Cored Arc Welding
FCAW-G Gas Shielded Flux Cored Arc Welding
FCAW-S Self Shielded Flux Cored Arc Welding
FLSP Flame Spraying (Oxyfuel Gas)
FRW Friction Welding
FSW Friction Stir Welding
GMAC Gas Metal Arc Cutting
GMAW-P Gas Metal Arc Welding (Pulsed)
GMAW-S Gas Metal Arc Welding (Short Circuit)
LBW Laser Beam Welding
OFW Oxyfuel Gas Welding
OLC Oxygen Lance Cutting
PSP Plasma Spraying
PW Resistance Projection Welding
RSEW Resistance Seam Welding
RSW Resistance Spot Welding
SMAC Shielded Metal Arc Cutting (Hot Rodding)
STUD Stud Welding
SW Arc Stud Welding
TW Thermite Welding

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 Self-Check 2.3-3

Write the process name of the abbreviations.

1. CAW
2. FCAW
3. FLSP
4. FRW
5. B
6. GMAW-P
7. SMAC
8. TW
9. RSW
10. CAW-G

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 REFERENCES

http://www.weldingdata.com/WeldingProcessNames.htm

The Editorial Committee of Academic Publishing Corporation, Shielded Metal Arc

Welding (SMAW) NC1 Common Welding Competencies, 2008

http://www.metallicfusion.com/images/SymbolsDefinitions/welding%20test
%20positions.jpg

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