WELD 2550 Structural Steel Welding

Year
Year 2
Semester
First Semester
Credit
3
Program Description

Advanced welding procedures for heavy structural steel fabrication and erection standards.

Course overview

This course builds on your arc welding skills to focus on the demands of structural steel work. You will learn advanced procedures for joining heavy steel sections and meet the erection standards used in industrial construction. The shop sessions centre on thick-section groove welds and the specific techniques needed for structural integrity.

Who takes this course

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

Learning outcomes

  • Interpret structural steel drawings and erection diagrams
  • Execute groove welds in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions on thick-section steel
  • Apply fabrication techniques for heavy structural components
  • Inspect welded joints for code compliance and structural integrity
  • Demonstrate safe handling of heavy materials in a shop setting

Evaluation

Component Weight (%)
Practical welding examinations 60
Fabrication project 25
Written quiz on codes and safety 15