Shielded Metal Arc
Welding (SMAW) NC I

Description:

This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, desirable attitudes and skills of a welder in accordance with industry standards. It covers core competencies such as; weld carbon steel plates using SMAW. This includes common competencies; apply safety practices, interpret drawing and sketches, perform industry calculations, contribute to quality system, use hand tools, prepare weld materials, setup welding equipment, fit up weld materials and repair welds. It also includes competencies such as, receive and respond to workplace communication, work with others, demonstrate work values and practice basic housekeeping procedure.

Details:

BASIC COMPETENCIES (28 hours)

  1. Receive and respond to workplace. communication.
  2. Work with others.
  3. Solve/address routine problems.
  4. Enhance Self-Management Skills.
  5. Support Innovation.
  6. Access and maintain information.
  7. Follow Occupational Safety and Health Policies and Procedures.
  8. Apply Environmental Work Standards.
  9. Adopt Entrepreneurial Mindset in the Workplace.

COMMON COMPETENCIES (56 hours)

  1. Apply safety practice.
  2. Interpret drawing and sketches.
  3. Perform industry calculation.
  4. Contribute to quality system.
  5. Use hand tools.
  6. Prepare weld materials.
  7. Set-up welding equipment.
  8. Fit-up weld materials.
  9. Repair weld.

CORE COMPETENCIES (184 hours)

  1. Weld carbon steel plate using SMAW.

SMAW Applications

SMAW can be used for a variety of metal types and various thicknesses. It is often used for heavy-duty work involving industrial iron and steel, like carbon steel and cast iron, as well as work involving low- and high-alloy steels and nickel alloys. SMAW is used in a variety of industries, including:

  • Construction
  • Pipelines
  • Shipbuilding
  • Underwater welding
  • Farm machinery manufacturing

Course Details

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Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements:

  • Learner’s Profile Form (Click to download)
  • Diploma
  • Birth certificate
  • Barangay clearance
  • Barangay indigency
  • Valid ID (photocopy)
  • ID picture 1×1 4pcs
  • ID Picture passport size 4 pcs (with collar & white background)
  • Covid-19 Vaccination Card (Photocopy)