The Gas Metal Arc Welding Course introduces delegates to the welding method most commonly used on modern vessels. The working principle is based on the electric arc established between a consumable wire electrode and the workpiece. During the training participants familiarize with the SMAW process, equipment and safety precautions necessary for the efficient welding.

Objective:

After the Gas Metal Arc Welding Course delegates will:

• Recognize safety measures required for the safe gas metal arc welding (GMAW) on board;
• Successfully perform basic welding onboard utilizing GMAW equipment;
• Possess knowledge to select, handle, store consumables for the GMAW equipment;
• Perform basic cutting, gauging and brazing operations as per course program.

Course content:

• Safety rules and regulations in connection with Gas Metal Arc Welding;
• Principle and process of GMAW;
• Equipment and consumables used in the GMAW;
• Exercises in SMAW, cutting, brazing and gauging.

Target Audience: Ratings and Marine Engineers requiring basic welding skills.

Pre-requisites: None.

Duration: 3 – 5 days.