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K–12 Standards

Agricultural Welding II

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Foundational Standards 

  • 1

    Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces. F.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.F.2

  • 3

    Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing. F.3

  • 4

    Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically. F.4

  • 5

    Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork. F.5

  • 6

    Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning. F.6

Metal Structures 

  • 1

    Interpret welding symbols used on blueprints. 1

  • 2

    Explain the process of planning and estimating materials needed to complete a metal fabrication project.2

  • 3

    Explain the importance of preparing metal for welding.3

Tools, Supplies, and Equipment 

  • 4

    Demonstrate uses of tools and equipment in MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding. Examples: tools—cold chisel, file, drill, chipping hammer, metal vise grips, grinder, tip cleaner, wire brush, tongs; equipment—welding helmet, fuel valves, MIG welder, FCAW welder, TIG welder4

  • 5

    Distinguish among ferrous and non-ferrous metals used in MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding. 5

  • 6

    Identify the various parts of MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding machines and explain the functions of each part.6

  • 7

    Compare shades of lenses needed in MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding and explain when darker lenses are needed. 7

Weld Applications and Quality

  • 8

    Examine MIG, TIG, and FCAW welds for imperfections. 8

    1. a

      Determine corrective measures to improve welds. 8.a

    2. b

      Explain weld testing methods. 8.b

  • 9

    Explain how tensile strength, polarity, and rate of travel affect weld quality. 9

  • 10

    Demonstrate the use of MIG, TIG, and FCAW welders.10

    1. a

      Identify typical uses of various types of weld joints. Examples: butt, lap, corner, T10.a

    2. b

      Adjust MIG, TIG, and FCAW machine settings for welding. 10.b

    3. c

      Utilize flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead welding positions. 10.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate stringer, weave, overlap, and fillet welds used in MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding. 10.d

Technology Applications

  • 11

    Explain the use of technology that enhances metal fabrication and how it improves the quality of the work. Examples: CNC torch, virtual welding 11

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Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

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