INWE 50040 - Welding Pipe 5G Fixed Position Vertical Down

1. Describe the fundamentals of shielded metal arc welding, as it relates to pipe welding.
2. Identify the basic SMAW electrode numbering system and selection as established by the American Welding Society.
3. Identify various weld defects and their characteristics.
4. Execute correct metal preparation for pipe welding Select the correct machine, amperage, polarity, and size electrodes for a given pipe weld application.
5. Demonstrate various welds, including root pass, hot pass, and cover passes on the pipe in 2G, 5G, 6G positions with various SMAW electrodes.