Work safely with properly maintained safety equipment in an organized environment.

Assess the condition of and the maintenance of tools used in the welding shop.

Demonstrate use of an oxyacetylene torch to make specified cuts.

Effectively use oxy-acetylene equipment to increase the quality of the specified welds.

Demonstrate increasing proficiency in oxy-acetylene welding skills.

Effectively use plasma arc cutting equipment to cut metal of various thicknesses and types.

Perform intermediate arc welding skills with increasing competency.

Construct an introductory assigned or approved arc welding project.

Demonstrate and explain the importance of employing the correct start-up and shutdown procedures for GMAW equipment.

Demonstrate knowledge of the care and maintenance of welding tools and equipment.

Develop increasing skill using GMAW equipment.

Recognize how school-based skills development will be used to meet workplace expectations.

Gain experience in the world of work to make more informed choices about careers by expanding the career research and exploration beyond the classroom.

Reflect and report on the work experience including but not limited to hours of work, personal relationships, employer expectations, evaluation criteria, and overall personal performance.