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REGULATIONS
COMPETENCY MAP 55
DEFINITION OF TERMS 56
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 57
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TRAINING REGULATIONS FOR
FLUX-CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC II
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SECTION 2 COMPETENCY STANDARDS
This section gives the details of the contents of the core units of competency
required in FLUX-CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC II.
BASIC COMPETETENCIES
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE RANGE
1. Appropriate sources 1.1. Team members
1.2. Suppliers
1.3. Trade personnel
1.4. Local government
1.5. Industry bodies
2. Medium 2.1. Memorandum
2.2. Circular
2.3. Notice
2.4. Information discussion
2.5. Follow-up or verbal instructions
2.6. Face to face communication
3. Storage 3.1. Manual filing system
3.2. Computer-based filing system
4. Forms 4.1. Personnel forms, telephone message forms,
safety reports
5. Workplace interactions 5.1. Face to face
5.2. Telephone
5.3. Electronic and two way radio
5.4. Written including electronic, memos, instruction
and forms, non-verbal including gestures,
signals, signs and diagrams
6. Protocols 6.1. Observing meeting
6.2. Compliance with meeting decisions
6.3. Obeying meeting instructions
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1. Prepared written communication following standard
format of the organization
1.2. Accessed information using communication
equipment
1.3. Made use of relevant terms as an aid to transfer
information effectively
1.4. Conveyed information effectively adopting the formal
or informal communication
2. Underpinning 2.1. Effective communication
Knowledge and 2.2. Different modes of communication
Attitudes 2.3. Written communication
2.4. Organizational policies
2.5. Communication procedures and systems
2.6. Technology relevant to the enterprise and the
individual’s work responsibilities
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables
1. Describe team role 1.1. The role and objective of the team is identified from
and scope available sources of information
1.2. Team parameters, reporting relationships and
responsibilities are identified from team discussions
and appropriate external sources
2. Identify own role 2.1. Individual role and responsibilities within the team
and responsibility environment are identified
within team
2.2. Roles and responsibility of other team members are
identified and recognized
2.3. Reporting relationships within team and external to
team are identified
3. Work as a team 3.1. Effective and appropriate forms of communications
member are used and interactions are undertaken with team
members who contribute to known team activities and
objectives
3.2. Effective and appropriate contributions are made to
complement team activities and objectives, based on
individual skills and competencies and workplace
context
3.3. Protocols are observed in reporting based on
standard operating procedures
3.4. Contribute to the development of team work plans
based on an understanding of team’s role and
objectives and individual competencies of the
members. …..
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE RANGE
1. Role and objective 1.1. Work activities in a team environment with
of team enterprise or specific sector
1.2. Limited discretion, initiative and judgement maybe
demonstrated on the job, either individually or in a
team environment
2. Sources of 2.1. Standard operating and/or other workplace
information procedures
2.2. Job procedures
2.3. Machine/equipment manufacturer’s specifications
and instructions
2.4. Organizational or external personnel
2.5. Client/supplier instructions
2.6. Quality standards
2.7. OHS and environmental standards
3. Workplace context 3.1. Work procedures and practices
3.2. Conditions of work environments
3.3. Legislation and industrial agreements
3.4. Standard work practice including the storage, safe
handling and disposal of chemicals
3.5. Safety, environmental, housekeeping and quality
guidelines
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
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UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PRACTICE CAREER PROFESSIONALISM
UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in
promoting career growth and advancement.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables
1. Integrate personal 1.1 Personal growth and work plans are pursued towards
objectives with improving the qualifications set for the profession
organizational goals 1.2 Intra- and interpersonal relationships are maintained in
the course of managing oneself based on performance
evaluation
1.3 Commitment to the organization and its goal is
demonstrated in the performance of duties
1. Set and meet work 2.1 Competing demands are prioritized to achieve personal,
priorities team and organizational goals and objectives.
2.2 Resources are utilized efficiently and effectively to
manage work priorities and commitments
2.3 Practices along economic use and maintenance of
equipment and facilities are followed as per
established procedures
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VARIABLE RANGE
1. Evaluation 1.1 Performance Appraisal
1.2 Psychological Profile
1.3 Aptitude Tests
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1 Attained job targets within key result areas (KRAs)
1.2 Maintained intra - and interpersonal relationship in the
course of managing oneself based on performance
evaluation
1.3 Completed trainings and career opportunities which are
based on the requirements of the industries
1.4 Acquired and maintained licenses and/or certifications
according to the requirement of the qualification
UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the outcomes required to comply with
regulatory and organizational requirements for
occupational health and safety.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables
1. Identify hazards and 1.1 Safety regulations and workplace safety and
risks hazard control practices and procedures are
clarified and explained based on organization
procedures
1.2 Hazards/risks in the workplace and their
corresponding indicators are identified to minimize
or eliminate risk to co-workers, workplace and
environment in accordance with organization
procedures
1.3 Contingency measures during workplace
accidents, fire and other emergencies are
recognized and established in accordance with
organization procedures
2. Evaluate hazards and 2.1 Terms of maximum tolerable limits which when
risks exceeded will result in harm or damage are identified
based on threshold limit values (TLV)
2.2 Effects of the hazards are determined
2.3 OHS issues and/or concerns and identified safety
hazards are reported to designated personnel in
accordance with workplace requirements and
relevant workplace OHS legislation
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables
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3. Control hazards 3.1 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures for
and risks controlling hazards/risks in workplace are consistently
followed
3.2 Procedures for dealing with workplace accidents, fire and
emergencies are followed in accordance with
organization OHS policies
3.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE) is correctly used
in accordance with organization OHS procedures and
practices
3.4 Appropriate assistance is provided in the event of a
workplace emergency in accordance with established
organization protocol
RANGE OF VARIABLES
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VARIABLE RANGE
1. Safety regulations May include but are not limited to:
1.1 Clean Air Act
1.2 Building code
1.3 National Electrical and Fire Safety Codes
1.4 Waste management statutes and rules
1.5 Philippine Occupational Safety and Health Standards
1.6 DOLE regulations on safety legal requirements
1.7 ECC regulations
VARIABLE RANGE
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5. Emergency-related 5.1 Fire drill
drills and training 5.2 Earthquake drill
5.3 Basic life support/CPR
5.4 First aid
5.5 Spillage control
5.6 Decontamination of chemical and toxic
5.7 Disaster preparedness/management
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1 Explained clearly established workplace safety and
hazard control practices and procedures
1.2 Identified hazards/risks in the workplace and its
corresponding indicators in accordance with company
procedures
1.3 Recognized contingency measures during workplace
accidents, fire and other emergencies
1.4 Identified terms of maximum tolerable limits based on
threshold limit value- TLV.
1.5 Followed Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
procedures for controlling hazards/risks in workplace
1.6 Used Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in
accordance with company OHS procedures and
practices
1.7 Completed and updated OHS personal records in
accordance with workplace requirements
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COMMON COMPETENCIES
2. Use protective clothing 2.1 Appropriate protective clothing and devices are
and devices correctly selected and used in accordance with
OHS requirements or industry/company policy
3. Perform safe handling of 3.1 Safety procedures for pre-use check and
tools, equipment and operation of tools and equipment are followed in
materials accordance with industry/ company policies.
3.2 Tools, equipment and materials are handled
safely in accordance with OHS requirements and
industry/ company policies.
4. Perform first aid 4.1 First aid treatment of injuries are carried out
according to recommended procedures
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE RANGE
1. Hazards 1.1 Cluttered tools and materials
1.2 Slippery floors (caused by oil, grease or any liquid)
1.3 Exposed electrical wires
1.4 Sharp edges
1.5 Machine without guards or with exposed moving parts
2. Protective clothing and Protective clothing and devices may include but are not
devices limited to:
2.1 safety glasses/goggles
2.2 safety shoes
2.3 overalls
2.4 cap
2.5 gloves
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of competency 1.1 identified hazardous area
1.2 used protective clothing and devices
1.3 handled tools, equipment and materials properly
1.4 performed first aid
1.5 used fire extinguisher
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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : INTERPRET DRAWINGS AND SKETCHES
UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the competencies required to read and
interpret drawings and sketches.
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE RANGE
1. Drawing Drawing technique include
1.1 Perspective
1.2 Exploded view
1.3 Hidden view technique
Projections
1.4 First angle projections
1.5 Third angle projections
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate interpreted
of competency technical drawings and sketches.
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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PERFORM INDUSTRY CALCULATIONS
2. Perform conversion of 2.1 Units are converted to the required figure using
units the given formulae
2.2 English measurements are converted to metric
measurements according to procedure.
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE RANGE
1. Four fundamental 1.1 Addition
operations 1.2 Subtraction
1.3 Multiplication
1.4 Division
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate performed
of competency calculations:
1.1 using four fundamental operations
1.2 involving fractions and mixed numbers
1.3 involving fractions and decimals
1.4 on algebraic expressions
1.5 involving ratio and proportion
3. Underpinning 3.1 Performing calculations using pen and paper or with the use
skills of calculator
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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : CONTRIBUTE TO QUALITY SYSTEM
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RANGE OF VARIABLES
VARIABLE RANGE
1. Quality system and Quality system and procedures may be contained in:
procedures 1.1 work instructions
1.2 safe work procedures
1.3 product specifications
1.4 equipment maintenance schedules
1.5 technical procedures adopted or specifically
prepared standards
1.6 company/industry rules
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of competency 1.1 inspected work done against specification
1.2 applied quality standards to work
1.3 protected company property and customer interests
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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : USE HAND TOOLS
UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the competencies required to use hand
tools.
2. Use hand tools 2.1 Hand tools are used to produce the desired
outcomes to job specifications.
2.2 Tasks are performed in accordance with company
or industry safety procedure.
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VARIABLE RANGE
1. Hand tools Hand tools include but not limited to:
1.1 Hacksaws
1.2 Hammers (ball peen, chipping)
1.3 Punches
1.4 Screwdrivers
1.5 Wrenches
1.6 Scrapers
1.7 Chisels
1.8 Gouges
1.9 Files
1.10 Clamps
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of competency 1.1 Selected and used hand tools appropriate to the job
1.2 Performed routine maintenance and storage of hand tools
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UNIT TITLE : PREPARE WELD MATERIALS
2. Cut and prepare edge 2.1 Materials are cut based on specified
of materials dimension/specifications.
2.2 Task is performed in accordance with company or
industry requirements and safety procedure.
3. Clean surfaces and 3.1 Surfaces are cleaned based on required specifications.
edges 3.2 Task is performed in accordance with company or
industry requirements and safety procedure
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VARIABLE RANGE
1. Materials and 1.1 Mild steel
consumables 1.2 Carbon steel
1.3 Alloy steel (level III )
1.4 Cutting gases
1.5 Gouging electrodes
1.6 Grinding/cutting discs
1.7 Run on/run off, backing plates/ring
1.8 Cutting accessories
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
competency 1.1 Performed edge preparation in accordance with
WPS and safety procedures
1.2 Used edge preparation equipment and tools in
accordance with the requirements or
manufacturer’s instructions
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UNIT TITLE : SET UP WELDING EQUIPMENT
3. Set up welding 3.1 Braces, stiffeners, rails and other jigs are provided in
positioners, jigs and conformity with job requirements.
fixtures 3.2 Work items/materials are protected from strong winds,
drafts and rainfall
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VARIABLE RANGE
1. Welding machine Types, kind and uses of FCAW welding machines
1.1 Alternating current (AC)
1.2 Direct current (DC)
1.3 Constant current
1.4 Constant voltage
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate
competency 1.1 Set up and install welding machine,
accessories, welding positioners, jigs and
fixtures and pre- heating equipment within
allotted time and in accordance with OH&S
rules and accessible and convenient location.
1.2 Applied housekeeping and 5S practices
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UNIT TITLE : FIT UP WELD MATERIALS
DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes in fitting
up welding materials.
2. Check gap and 2.1 Root gap is performed in accordance with the
alignment requirements of WPS.
2.2 Alignment is checked within the range of acceptability
of code and standard.
2.3 Fitted materials are visually free from stresses
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1. Tack welding Kinds of tacking
1.1 Bridge tacking
1.2 Permanent tacking
1.3 Temporary tacking
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate
competency 1.1 performed tack welding
1.2 checked gap and alignment
1.3 set up welding positioners
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UNIT TITLE : REPAIR WELDS
2. Prepare tools and 2.1 Tools and equipment are prepared based on job
equipment requirements and provision of wind barriers.
2.2 Task is performed in accordance with company or
industry requirements and safety procedure
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VARIABLE RANGE
1. Weld defects 1.1 Porosity
1.2 Root undercut
1.3 and solid material inclusion
1.4 Concavity/convexity
1.5 Degree of reinforcement
1.6 Burn Through
1.7 Crater cracks
1.8 Cracks
1.9 Lack of Fusion (tie-in)
1.10 Pinholes/Blowholes
1.11 Under Fill
1.12 Excess/incomplete penetration
1.13 Slag / inclusion
1.14 Overlap
1.15 Misalignment
1.16 Distortion
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate
competency repaired weld defects within the approved weld
repair procedures
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CORE COMPETENCY
DESCRIPTOR: This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes required in
welding carbon steel pipes using FCAW process.
2. Clean root pass 2.1 Root pass is cleaned and is free from defects and
discontinuities (root pass is cleaned without defects and
discontinuities
2.2 Task is performed in accordance with approved WPS
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1. WPS WPS Requirements
1.1 Welding positions
1.1.1 2G and 5G and/or 6G
1.2 Wall thickness
1.2.1 1.6mm and above
1.3 Type of material
8.1 Carbon and mild steel pipes
8.2 Diameter 25.4mm (1inch) and above
1.4 Type and size of flux cored electrode
1.5 Travel speed
1.6 Current setting (polarity, amperage, voltage)
1.7 Backing materials (weld metal, backing ring or
ceramics)
8.8 Welding accessories
1.8.1 Transformer Rectifier Type
2.8.2 Wire feeder
1.9 Joint preparation
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
1 Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate
Competency welded carbon steel pipes using FCAW in 2G, 5G
and/or 6G positions to acceptable standard following
the approved WPS.
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SECTION 3 TRAINING STANDARDS
These guidelines are set to provide the Technical and Vocational Education and
Training (TVET) providers with information and other important requirements to consider
when designing training programs for FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW) NC ll.
Course Description:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
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4. Practice 8.1 Evaluate hazard and Discussion Observation
occupational risks Plant tour Interview
health and 8.2 Control hazards and Symposium
safety risks
8.3 Maintain occupational
health and safety
awareness
COMMON COMPETENCIES
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6. Prepare 6.1 Identify the different cutting Lecturette
weld equipment and Practical Observation
materials accessories application Demonstration
6.2 Identify types of mild steel and oral
electrodes questioning
6.3 Identify types of joints and Written test
edge preparation
6.4 Identify protective
equipment
6.5 Prepare welding
consumables, tools and
accessories
6.6 Layout on materials
6.7 Set-up cutting equipment
6.8 Cut and prepare edge of
materials
CORE COMPETENCIES
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Unit of Learning Outcomes Methodology Assessment
Competency Approach
1. Weld 1.1 Perform groove weld on Lecturette Observation
carbon pipe in different positions Demonstration and oral
steel pipes 2G questioning
using 5G Demonstration
FCAW 6G and oral
questioning
Written test
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3.2 TRAINING DELIVERY
The delivery of training should adhere to the design of the curriculum. Delivery
should be guided by the 10 basic principles of competency-based TVET.
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3.3 TRAINEE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Trainees or students wishing to gain entry into this course should possess the
following requirements:
completed training in FCAW NC I or a holder of FCAW NC I
can communicate either oral and written
physically and mentally fit
can perform basic mathematical computation
Materials/Preparation Area* 2 X2 4 4
Total 108
Circulation Area** 32
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3.6 TRAINERS QUALIFICATIONS FOR FCAW WELDER
FLUX CORED ARC WELDING - NC II
TRAINER QUALIFICATION (TQ II)
Must be a holder of FCAW NC II
Must have undergone training on Training Methodology II (TM II)
Must be physically and mentally fit
*Must have at least 2 years job/industry experience
Must be a civil service eligible (for government position or appropriate
professional license issued by the Professional Regulatory Commission)
* Optional. Only when required by the hiring institution
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SECTION 4 NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION ARRANGEMENTS
4.1 To attain the Qualification of FCAW Welding NC II, the candidate must
demonstrate competence in all the units of competency listed in Section 1.
Successful candidates shall be awarded a National Certificate signed by the
TESDA Director General.
4.2 Assessment shall focus on the core unit of competency, weld carbon steel pipes
using FCAW. The basic and common units shall be integrated or assessed
concurrently with the core units.
4.3 The following are qualified to apply for assessment and certification:
4.4 The guidelines on assessment and certification are discussed in detail in the
"Procedures Manual on Assessment and Certification" and "Guidelines on the
Implementation of the Philippine TVET Qualification and Certification System
(PTOQS)".
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Competency Map
S Metals and Engineering Sector
(WELDING)
E
CI
N
E Weld carbon Weld carbon Weld alloy steel Weld alloy steel Weld carbon Weld carbon Weld carbon
steel plates steel plates plates using pipes using steel plates steel pipes steel plates
using GMAW
T
using SMAW and pipes SMAW SMAW using GTAW using GTAW
E using SMAW
P
M Perform gas Perform gas Weld pipes Weld alloy steel Weld carbon Weld alloy
O welding in welding in alloy using SAW using SAW plates using steel pipes steel pipes
C carbon steel steel plates Weld plates GTAW using GMAW using GMAW
E plates and tubes and tubes
R
Weld carbon Weld carbon Weld alloy Weld alloy Weld alloy steel Weld alloy
pipes using steel plates
O
steel plates steel pipes steel plates steel pipes
C using FCAW using FCAW using FCAW using FCAW GTAW using GMAW
Receive and Demonstrate Participate in Work in team Lead in Develop and Use mathematical
respond to work values workplace environment workplace practice concepts and
workplace communication communication negotiation skills techniques
communication
ES
ENCI Work with Practice basic Practice career Practice Lead small Solve problems Use relevant
others housekeeping professionalism occupational teams related to technologies
health and safety work activities
PET
procedures
COM procedures
C
BASI Utilize specialist Develop team Apply problem- Collect, analyze Plan and Promote
communication and individual solving and organize organize work environmental Legend
skills techniques information protection
in the workplace
FCAW NC II
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DEFINITION OF TERMS Weld carbon
FCAW II
steel plates
using GMAW
3) weld defect– an irregularity that spoils the weld appearance or impairs the
effectiveness of the weld or weldment by causing weakness or
failure
4) weld line – the junction of weld metal and the base metal, or the junction of
base metal parts when filler metal is not used
6) welding – joining two metals by applying heat to melt and fuse them, with or
without filler metal
7) welding electrode – the current-carrying rod used to strike an arc between rod and
Use mathematical
concepts and
metal techniques
Legend
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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