For those people looking for a comprehensive course in SMAW (stick) welding, Rochester Arc and Flame offers an 8 evening night course. The course is offered on Monday nights, 6:00-9:00, and features a combination of lecture and hands-on lab time. It is designed for beginners, but is also valuable to those who have some experience but want to take their skills to a higher level. Course fee includes personal safety gear, class room materials, and all required shop supplies.

Topics covered:

• Stick welding safety
• Stick welding equipment
• Applications of various electrodes
• Welding steel flat position with 7014 electrodes
• Welding steel horizontal position with 6013 electrodes
• Welding steel vertical and overhead with 6010 electrodes
• Welding steel with 7018 electrodes
• Special topics: aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron
• Applications for MIG and TIG welding, Plasma Cutting
• Stick welding defects: causes and cures
• Understanding Welding Codes
• Explanation of Welder Qualification Tests

Winter 2012 Session Schedule:

• January 16, 23, 30
  
• February 6, 13, 20, 27
• March 5
   

*Snack and Drink Vending machines, as well as free coffee available for students during break times.

*Please note. All classes will be taught at Rochester Arc & Flame Center located at 125 Fed Ex Way, Rochester, NY.