Welding Program

We request that you call for availability for practice and testing.  When tests are scheduled, all welders must be at the Training Center no later than 7:30.  Failure to be ready at 7:30 could result in your inability to test that day.


The following welding tests are offered on a routine basis at the Training Center:

• A2 - SMAW Limited Thickness - All Position    
  
  • 3/8" carbon steel plate with 1/4" x 1" carbon backing
    
  • Single V-Groove (AWS Pre-Qualified Groove BU-2a) with 1/4" Root Opening
    
  • 1/8" E7018 electrodes (typically Lincoln Excalibur)
    
  • 3G & 4G Positions
    
  • Tested to the D1.5 Bridge Code (No Power tools allowed during testing)
    
• A1 - SMAW Unlimited Thickness - All Position                        
  
  • 1" carbon steel plate with 3/8" x 1-1/2" carbon backing                    
    
  • Single V-Groove (AWS Pre-Qualified Groove BU-2a) with 1/4" Root Opening                    
    
  • 1/8" E7018 electrodes (typically Lincoln Excalibur)                    
    
  • 3G & 4G Positions                    
    
  • Tested to the D1.5 Bridge Code (No Power tools allowed during testing)
    
• B1a - FCAW-S Limited Thickness - All Position
  
  • 1" carbon steel plate with 3/8" x 1-1/2" carbon backing
    
  • Single V-Groove (AWS Pre-Qualified Groove BU-2a) with 3/8" Root Opening
    
  • 5/64" E71T-8 electrodes (typically Lincoln NR-233)
    
  • 3G & 4G Positions
    
  • Tested to the D1.5 Bridge Code (No Power tools allowed during testing)
    

Contact Scott Roy at:
Phone:  (904) 765-3596  
Email:  scott@ironworkers597.com
To schedule yourself an appointment.

When taking a weld test it is recommended that you bring the following items to assist you in the test:

• Flashlight
  
• Scratch Awl or Pick
  
• Chisel
  
• Welding Shield
  
• Welding Gloves
  
• Chipping Hammer
  
• Wire Brush

The apprenticeship has wire brushes and chipping hammers available should you need to borrow one.