Chapter 3 Welding Joints, Positions, and Symbols
Learning ObjectivesAfter studying this chapter, you will be able to:
The field of welding uses standardized terminology to describe the various welding joints and welding positions that every welder must know. This chapter will introduce and explain many essential welding vocabulary terms. Also, when a welder is given a mechanical drawing, he or she needs to be able to understand the type and location of the welds to be made by reading the welding symbols. This chapter will also explain how to read and understand the meaning of AWS welding symbols.
Learning ObjectivesAfter studying this chapter, you will be able to:
- Identify the five basic welding joints.
- Identify and describe the various welds that may be used in each welding joint.
- Label the parts or areas of a grooved butt weld and a fillet weld.
- Locate and apply required weld and joint information from an AWS welding symbol.
- List and describe the four welding positions.
The field of welding uses standardized terminology to describe the various welding joints and welding positions that every welder must know. This chapter will introduce and explain many essential welding vocabulary terms. Also, when a welder is given a mechanical drawing, he or she needs to be able to understand the type and location of the welds to be made by reading the welding symbols. This chapter will also explain how to read and understand the meaning of AWS welding symbols.
