Course Title: Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C4191 Certificate IV in Engineering (Welding)
Course Title: Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 60
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Course Contact: Craig Pygall
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4070
Course Contact Email: craig.pygall@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit covers preparing and producing welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding (GMAW).
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Path 1
MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting
MEM05017C Weld using gas metal arc welding process
MEM05018C Perform advanced welding using gas metal arc welding process
MEM05026B Apply welding principles
MEM05050B Perform routine gas metal arc welding
MEM05051A Select welding processes
MEM05052A Apply safe welding practices
MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing
MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements
MEM18001C Use hand tools
MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM05043B Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process |
Elements: |
1. Maintain welding equipment. 2. Prepare welding materials and equipment for GMAW welding to code standard. 3. Weld joints using GMAW to procedure specifications. 4. Ensure weld quality. |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course.