Faculty Syllabus

Course Description
WLDG 1435: Introduction to Pipe Welding—API-1104. An introduction to welding of pipe
using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment
setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on various welding positions and electrodes. Course
Fee: $50.00; Course Type: W
Prerequisites
WLDG 1457: Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding.
Course Rationale
Students take this course typically to satisfy one of the following objectives:
 You are pursuing a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding
Technology at Austin Community College, and this course is one of your curriculum
requirements.
 You have been employed previously in the field of welding technology but not as a pipe
welder, and you need to obtain pipe welding skills.
 You are an ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Section IX pipe welder, but you need to
supplement your skills by learning to weld in accordance with API 1104.
 This course is the prerequisite for WLDG 2453 Advanced Pipe Welding.
Course Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes
• Demonstrate welding skills sufficient to meet industry certified welder standards.
• Interpret codes and safety standards that pertain to the welding industry.
• Use proper hand, measuring, and layout tools, to fabricate welded projects or certification
coupons.
• Demonstrate work attributes and ethics that contribute to personal success and towards
employment goals.
Describe equipment and required pipe preparation and perform welds using various positions
and electrodes.

Required Texts/ Materials
Jeffus, Larry, Welding: Principles and Applications, Delmar Publishers, Inc., current edition.
This excellent textbook provides a great deal of specific instruction and reference material on
theory and applied welding skills. It can be purchased at the campus bookstore.
Required Supplies: There are a number of required tools for this course. Please see the supply
list in this syllabus.

Supplies – All are required. Not having these required tools will affect
your grade for this course.
You are required to purchase the following items for your classes. You are preparing to enter
the profession of welding, and like other technical crafts, it requires specialized tools and
equipment. Higher quality tools cost more initially, but they tend to last longer and usually result
in savings over time.
Most tools are needed on the first day of class, some are needed by week 2. All other tools are
required by mid-term.
1. Safety glasses*
2. Welding hood with replacement cover lenses *
3. Welding cap
4. Boots or high-top shoes*
5. Gauntlets or gloves, according to your class*
6. Leather sleeves or jacket – (Not required if only taking WLDG 1434 - Intro to GTAW)*
7. Long sleeve heavy cotton work shirt*
8. Cutting glasses, shade 3 or 5*
9. Hand wire brush*
10. Chipping hammer*
11. Vice GripTM 10R, or 10WR, or 10CR, or 12LC (at least one vice grip)*
12. Striker with flint replacements*
13. Soapstone*
14. needle-nose pliers with side cutter, if taking a GMAW course (Welder’s Plier such as
WelpersTM recommended)*
15. 12” combination square with steel blade, or 6”speed square*
16. 41⁄2” diameter angle grinder** – must have by end of week 2
17. Extra grinding disks (1/4”x4 1⁄2”)** - must have by end of week 2
18. Extra wire wheels (4 1⁄2”) **- must have by end of week 2
19. retractable tape measure **- must have by end of week 2
20. Ear plugs **- must have by end of week 2
21. 2-lb ball or cross peen hammer
22. 10” crescent wrench
23. Tool box or bucket or tool bag
24. Face shield with clear lenses
25. Oxy/Fuel tip cleaner
26. 1⁄4” center punch
27. 1⁄2” cold chisel
28. Vice GripsTM, two 11R each
29. Pipe wrap: medium size
*Indicates needed on first day of class
**Must have by end of week 2
These items can be obtained from one of the Austin area welding suppliers below. Most items
can also be purchased from any hardware store.

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PROJECT LIST

Review of Vee-Groove Open Root on Plate

Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion
1. Flat (1G) - E-6010 electrodes ....................................................................................... 10%
2. Horizontal (2G) - E-6010 electrodes ............................................................................. 20%
3. Vertical down (3G) - E-6010 electrodes ....................................................................... 30%
4. Overhead (4G) - E-6010 electrodes .............................................................................. 40%

Beads Around Pipe Surface—Horizontal (2G)

Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion
5. Horizontal (2G) ............................................................................................................. 50%

Open-Root Welding—Horizontal (2G)

Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion
6. Horizontal (2G) ................................................................................... Grade of "D"—60%

Beads Around Pipe Surface—Vertical Down (5G)
Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion
7. Vertical down (5G) ............................................................................. Grade of "C"—70%

Open-Root Welding—Vertical Down (5G)

Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion
8. Vertical down (5G) .............................................................................. Grade of "B"—80%

Beads Around Pipe Surface—Vertical Inclined Down (6G)
Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion
9. Vertical inclined down (6G) ......................................................................................... 90%

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Open-Root Welding—Vertical Inclined Down (6G)
Project Number Skill Completion Date Course Completion
10. Vertical inclined down (6G) ........................................................... Grade of “A”—100%

Calculation of Final Grade

Projects .......................................... Percent Completed__________% x 60% = __________Points
Examinations................................. Average of Grades__________% x 40% = __________Points
Safety examination: Chapter 2
Mid-term examination: Chapter 5
Final examination: Guided-bend test coupons

Total Points____________Final Course Grade____________

Examinations/ Other Assignments
Safety examination: Chapter 2
Mid-term examination: Chapter 5
Final examination: Guided-bend test coupons

Course Rationale
Students take this course typically to satisfy one of the following objectives:
 You are pursuing a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding
Technology at Austin Community College, and this course is one of your curriculum
requirements.
 You have been employed previously in the field of welding technology but not as a pipe
welder, and you need to obtain pipe welding skills.
 You are an ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Section IX pipe welder, but you need to
supplement your skills by learning to weld in accordance with API 1104.
 This course is the prerequisite for WLDG 2453 Advanced Pipe Welding.
Course Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes
• Demonstrate welding skills sufficient to meet industry certified welder standards.
• Interpret codes and safety standards that pertain to the welding industry.
• Use proper hand, measuring, and layout tools, to fabricate welded projects or certification
coupons.
• Demonstrate work attributes and ethics that contribute to personal success and towards
employment goals.