ToolingU This class describes the welding characteristics of aluminum and explains how its properties affect each variable in the welding process.
Course Objectives:
- Describe the properties of aluminum
- Distinguish between wrought alloy and cast alloy designations
- Classify common aluminum alloying elements according to their weldability
- Describe common joint designs for aluminum
- Explain the methods used to clean aluminum
- Explain the importance of properly preheating aluminum
- Explain the benefits of constant current power sources for welding aluminum
- Describe the advantages of using DC on aluminum
- Describe the advantages of using AC on aluminum
- Explain the advantages of using an inverter for welding aluminum
- Explain how to select an electrode for GTAW
- Explain how to select an electrode for GMAW
- Describe factors to consider when selecting a filler alloy for aluminum
- Describe factors to consider when selecting a shielding gas for aluminum
- Explain the steps necessary to prepare for welding aluminum with GTAW
- Explain the steps necessary to prepare for welding aluminum with GMAW
- Explain the appropriate metal transfer modes for welding aluminum
- Describe the specialized equipment required for feeding aluminum wire
- List the types of wire feeders used for aluminum
- Identify common defects found in aluminum welds.
Recommended Background
- Recommended for manufacturing personnel, including engineers, technicians and managers, particularly handling welding operations.
Course ID
TU231
Location
Online
Instructor(s)
ToolingU
Competencies
Communication, Critical Thinking, Personal Effectiveness, Aluminum Welding, Aluminum Characteristics, Specialized Equipment,
Method of Delivery
Digital
Estimated Effort
2.5 hrs
Cost
Negotiable
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