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Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)

Welding TechnologySchool of Trades

Start Term

2026-2027

Course Title

Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)

Course Code

TEWT1511

Course Hours

30

Course Credits

1

Description

This course covers set-up, operations and practical application of SAW. Process advantages and limitations will be discussed. Students will receive hands-on instruction regarding SAW standard procedures and best practice in accordance with current industry standards.

Upon course completion, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate competency of SAW-specific welding safety concerns and best practices.

• Demonstrate competency of appropriate SAW equipment setup and operations.

• Identify process advantages and limitations.

• Perform a 1G Vee weld with a backing strip on solid wire.

• Perform a 1 G Vee weld with a back weld on metal cored wire.

• Perform a 1G Rotated pipe weld.