This
craft level is comprised of the following modules. Students may enroll for the entire craft level, or take a single module to focus on specific skills. For more information contact training@abcnys.org.
Position Arc Welding
Identifies and explains weld joints, weld positions, and open V-butt welds. Describes how to prepare arc welding equipment and how to make fl at welds, horizontal welds, vertical welds, and overhead welds.
Introduction to Reinforcing Steel and Steel Fabrication
Describes the applications of reinforcing bars, bar bends, and the basic work processes involved in placing reinforcing bars. Identifies tools and types of ties used in securing rebars and describes how to read and interpret bar tags.
Miscellaneous Ironworking
Explains structures and locations where various types of ornamental or miscellaneous iron are used. Describes ornamental and miscellaneous ironwork work processes and the ferrous and nonferrous metals used.
Trade Math
Describes how to use mathematical processes to estimate and calculate load weights and compare safe working loads. Covers the mathematical processes used to calculate reeving efficiency.
Blueprint Reading Two
Introduces types of structural plans and describes the information included on each type. Presents the sequences of erection plans for each step of construction and identifies the symbols and abbreviations used on drawings. Comes with ten 11" x 17" drawings.
Rigging Two
Identifies and describes the uses of slings and miscellaneous rigging equipment, sling capacities, and sling angles. Explains the mechanical advantage achieved by reeving and how to calculate reeving efficiency.
Structural Ironworking Two
Describes pre-erection activities for structural steel. Provides procedures for erecting bearing devices, columns, beams, girders, joists, bracing, and bridging.
Steel Joists and Joist Girders Two
Identifies the types of joists, methods of end support, and the types of bridging available. Explains how to locate the ironworking information on framing plans and describes steel joist installation procedures. Comes with one 11" x 17" drawing.
Construction Cranes Two
Identifies the types of mobile cranes found on construction sites and explains the components and reeving patterns used. Describes factors affecting mobile crane lifting capacities and special lifting situations. Covers mobile crane hazards and the required crane operator qualifications.
Levels, Transits, and Electronic Survey Devices
Explains construction industry terms and symbols and the math applications associated with surveying activities. Describes the surveying tools used in ironworking and surveying applications and procedures.
Welding Safety
Covers safety equipment, protective clothing, and procedures applicable to the cutting and welding of metals.
Oxyfuel Cutting
Explains the safety requirements for oxyfuel cutting. Identifies oxyfuel cutting equipment and setup requirements. Explains how to light, adjust, and shut down oxyfuel equipment. Trainees will perform cutting techniques that include straight line, piercing, bevels, washing, and gouging.
Base Metal Preparations
Describes how to clean and prepare all types of base metals for cutting or welding. Identifi es and explains joint design and base metal preparation for all welding tasks.
Weld Quality
Identifies the codes that govern welding. Identifies and explains weld imperfections and causes. Describes nondestructive examination practices, welder qualification tests, and the importance of quality workmanship.
SMAW-Equipment & Setup
Describes SMAW and welding safety. Explains how to connect welding current and set up arc welding equipment. Identifies and explains using tools for cleaning welds.
SMAW-Electrodes & Selection
Explains electrode characteristics and different types of filler metals. Describes the role of the American Welding Society (AWS) and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Explains proper storage and control of filler metals and identifies the use of codes.
SMAW-Beads & Fillet Welds
Describes the preparation and setup of arc welding equipment and the process of striking an arc. Explains how to detect and correct arc blow. Describes how to make stringer, weave, overlapping beads, and fillet welds.