Exam 1: Introduction to Welding

____ must be able to interpret blueprints and welding procedures.

Which of the methods of applying weld metal only requires the welder to manipulate the welding gun?

In a(n) ____________________ process, filler metal is added automatically, and all other manipulation is done manually by the welder.

Define the term welding .

An advantage of ____ welding is that a variety of metal types and metal thicknesses can be joined with one machine.

____ is extremely fast and economical because it can produce long welds rapidly that require very little postweld cleanup.

List at least 5 areas of production where there is a need for welders.

In a(n) ____________________ process, operations are performed by a machine that has been programmed to do an entire operation without interaction with the operator.

Explain the difference between manual welding and semiautomatic welding.

Define the term weld .

A ____ must be correctly applied so that it is strong enough to hold the assembly and still not interfere with the finished welding.

In a(n) ____________________ process operations are performed by a robot or machine that is programmed flexibly to do a variety of processes.

Welding ____________________ operate machines or automatic equipment used to make welds.

____ is the most common type of fuel gas used for oxyfuel welding.

In selecting the joining process, one consideration relates to the ____, such as whether the parts are made out of a standard metal or an exotic alloy.

What process that was used to join pieces of iron together was introduced during the Industrial Revolution (1750-1850)?

____ cutting uses a stiff, highly ionized, extremely hot column of gas to almost instantly vaporize the metal being cut.

List the factors that must be considered when choosing a joining process.

A(n) ____________________ is defined as "a localized coalescence of metals or nonmetals produced either by heating the materials to the required welding temperatures, with or without the application of pressure, or by the application of pressure alone, and with or without the use of filler materials."

Welding shop owners ____.