MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, MALAYSIA

TEACHING OUTLINE
CONFIDENTIAL

PROGRAMME

WELDING TECHNOLOGY

MODUL CODE

MTK 101

MODULE TITLE

INTRODUCTION TO WELDING TECHNOLOGY

SEMESTER

CREDIT UNIT

2.0

CONTACT HOUR

3.0 HOURS / WEEK

PREREQUISITE

NO. OF COMPETENCY

6 COMPETENCIES

MODULE OUTCOMES:
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

Describe a brief history of welding

Define welding technology
Identify SMAW equipment
Identify the source of energy for welding
Carry out buttering and padding
Weld carbon steel plate of thickness range 6-9mm in 2F position

MODULE DESCRIPTION
This unit identifies the competence required to equip students with a technical understanding
of the definition of welding; history of welding, classification of welding processes, source of
energy for welding, master chart of welding and allied processes and the importance of
welding and its applications.

COMPETENCY 1

DESCRIBE HISTORY OF
WELDING

CONTENT STANDARD
DESCRIBE A BRIEF HISTORY OF WELDING
LEARNING STANDARD
1.1 DESCRIBE A BRIEF HISTORY OF WELDING

TEACHING STRATEGIES

1.1.1

Give a brief description on the evolution of welding process according to BS/AWS

standards.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 2

DESCRIBE BASIC WELDING

TECHNOLOGY

CONTENT STANDARD
DESCRIBE BASIC WELDING TECHNOLOGY
LEARNING STANDARD
2.1 Define welding technology.

TEACHING STRATEGIES
2.1.1

Define welding technology according to BS/AWS standards.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 3

IDENTIFY SMAW EQUIPMENT

CONTENT STANDARD
IDENTIFY CLASSIFICATION OF WELDING PROCESSES

LEARNING STANDARD
3.1 IDENTIFY CLASSIFICATION OF WELDING PROCESSES
TEACHING STRATEGIES
3.1.1

IDENTIFY CLASSIFICATION OF WELDING PROCESSES

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 4

SET UP SMAW EQUIPMENT AND

ACCESSORIES

CONTENT STANDARD
IDENTIFY THE SMAW EQUIPMENTS WELDING

LEARNING STANDARD
4.1

IDENTIFY THE SMAW EQUIPMENTS FOR WELDING

TEACHING STRATEGIES
4.1.1

Identify the source of energy to produce heat for welding according to BS/AWS
standards.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 5

CARRY OUT BUTTERING

AND PADDING

CONTENT STANDARD
Carry out buttering and padding
LEARNING STANDARD
.1 Weld mild steel plate and bar in various size and thickness
TEACHING STRATEGIES
5.1.1

Identify and describe the various welding processes according to the master chart of
welding processes and allied processes according to BS/AWS standards.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 6

WELD CARBON STEEL PLATE

OF THICKNESS RANGE 6-9MM

IN 2F POSITION

CONTENT STANDARD
WELD CARBON STEEL PLATE OF THICKNESS RANGE 6-9MM IN 2F POSITION
LEARNING STANDARD
6.1 Weld mild steel plate of thickness 6-9mm in horizontal position
TEACHING STRATEGIES
6.1.1

Describe the importance of welding and its applications according to BS/AWS

standards

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION
TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, MALAYSIA

LEARNING OUTLINE
CONFIDENTIAL

PROGRAMME

WELDING TECHNOLOGY

MODUL CODE

MTK 102

MODULE TITLE

SAFETY PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES 1

SEMESTER

CREDIT UNIT

2.0

CONTACT HOUR

4.0 HOURS / WEEK

PREREQUISITE

NO. OF COMPETENCY

6 COMPETENCIES

MODULE OUTCOMES:
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

Define welding technology

Describe a brief history of welding
Identify classification of welding processes
Identify the source of energy for welding
Understand and describe the master chart of welding processes and allied processes
Describe the importance of welding and its applications

MODULE DESCRIPTION
This unit identifies the competence required to equip students with a technical understanding
of the definition of welding; history of welding, classification of welding processes, source of
energy for welding, master chart of welding and allied processes and the importance of
welding and its applications.

COMPETENCY 1

COMPLY WITH SHOP AND

EQUIPMENT SAFETY RULES

CONTENT STANDARD
COMPLY WITH SHOP AND EQUIPMENT SAFETY RULES
LEARNING STANDARD
1.1 Dress in proper work attire and practise safety etiquette
1.2 Prepare and regulate safe work site condition in the work area
1.3 Prepare safety procedure in handling welding equipment
1.4 Check all conductors use for electrical appliances are in good condition
1.5 Follow safety measures and precaution in workplace
TEACHING STRATEGIES
1.1 Dress In Proper Work Attire And Practise Safety Etiquette
1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.1.4

Describe general workshop rule and regulation in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practice good housekeeping and orderly workshop layout as required by rules and
regulations in Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise general workshop rule and maintain good housekeeping in compliance with
work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

1.2 Prepare And Regulate Safe Work Site Condition In The Work Area
1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3

Provide care and maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard

operation procedure in compliance with work safety requirements according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Detect defective safety equipment in compliance with work safety requirements
according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

1.3 Prepare Safety Procedure In Handling Welding Equipment

1.3.1
1.3.2

Apply procedures to determine all safety requirements in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Describe cleaning procedure, handling, storing of equipment, tools and materials and
proper workshop arrangement in compliance with work safety requirements
according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
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1.3.3

Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance

with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

1.4 Check All Conductors Use For Electrical Appliances Are In Good Condition
1.4.1
1.4.2
1.4.3
1.4.4
1.4.5

Identify materials used for electrical conductor in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Identify and choose correct common electrical testing equipment such as continuity
test meter; clip on meter etc in compliance with work safety requirements according
to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Apply correct procedure of checking electrical connection of welding set in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).
Detect and distinguish between faulty and non faulty electrical connections and
components in compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational
Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

1.5 Follow Safety Measures And Precaution In Workplace

1.5.1
1.5.2
1.5.3

List and provide proper maintenance inventory for tools and equipment in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
Perform safe working habits in workshop in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette In compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

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TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
.
- Describe cleaning procedure, handling, storing of equipment, tools and materials and
proper workshop arrangement in compliance with work safety requirements
according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
-

Apply correct procedure of checking electrical connection of welding set in

compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 2

ADHERE TO WORKSITE
SAFETY REQUIREMENT

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CONTENT STANDARD
ADHERE TO WORKSITE SAFETY REQUIREMENT
LEARNING STANDARD
2.1 Follow site safety requirement
2.2 Follow safety measures and regulations
2.3 Provide adequate ventilation while working in a confined area
2.4 Follow safety practices and procedures in open space
TEACHING STRATEGIES
2.1 Follow Site Safety Requirement
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4

Describe general workshop rule and regulation in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practice good housekeeping and workshop layout according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).
Implement general workshop rule and maintain good housekeeping in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

2.2 Follow Safety Measures And Regulations

2.2.1
2.2.2

Apply basic knowledge applicable at work site in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

2.3 Provide Adequate Ventilation While Working In A Confined Area

2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.3.5

Apply safety precaution to be taken while working in an enclosed area in compliance

with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
Practice all standard safety procedures while working in confined areas in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).
State the importance of ventilation at working areas in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
State types of standard ventilation system in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

2.4 Follow Safety Practices And Procedures In Open Space

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2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3

Describe safety precaution to be taken while working in open area according to

safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practice all standard safety procedures while working in open area in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
.
2.3.1

Practice all standard safety procedures while working in confined areas in

compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 3

EXTINGUISH FIRE DURING FIRE

BREAK OUT

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CONTENT STANDARD
EXTINGUISH FIRE DURING FIRE BREAK OUT.
LEARNING STANDARD
3.1 Choose various type and use of fire extinguishers
3.2 List various possible causes of fire.
3.3 Identify and choose suitable type of material and equipment use to extinguish fire.
3.4 Perform fire drill exercise

TEACHING STRATEGIES
3.1 Choose Various Type And Use Of Fire Extinguishers
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3

Identify type and use of fire extinguishers in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Identify and describe types of fire extinguishers suited to its type of fire in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).

3.2 List Various Possible Causes Of Fire.

3.2.1
3.2.2

Identify and differentiate possible causes of fire in compliance with work

safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).

3.3 Identify And Choose Suitable Type Of Material And Equipment Use To
Extinguish Fire.
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.3.5
3.3.6

Apply safety precaution to be taken in compliance with work safety

requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Identify location of fire extinguishers in the workshop in compliance with work
safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
Inspect fire extinguisher to be able of service in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
State use of fire extinguisher in compliance with work safety requirements
according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Use other than fire extinguisher to extinguish fire in compliance with work
safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
Use correct type of fire extinguisher for the right type of fire in compliance with
work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

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3.3.7

Practice safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in

compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).

3.4 Perform Fire Drill Exercise

3.4.1
3.4.2

Describe procedure and action to be taken when there is fire in compliance

with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health
Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
- Identify location of fire extinguishers in the workshop in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
- Describe procedure and action to be taken when there is fire in compliance with work
safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 4

PERFORM FIRST AID

TREATMENT DURING
EMERGENCY

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CONTENT STANDARD
PERFORM FIRST AID TREATMENT DURING EMERGENCY
LEARNING STANDARD
4.1 Move an injured person to a safe suitable site
4.2 Treat minor injuries
TEACHING STRATEGIES
4.1 Move an injured person to a safe suitable site
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3

State types and causes of possible injuries that may occur at workplace in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).
Apply correct technique and methods in moving person with major injuries in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).

4.2 Treat minor injuries

4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3

Identify and apply first aid treatment in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Apply correct methods in treating minor injuries, burns and cuts compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health
Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
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EXAMPLE:
.
- Apply correct technique and methods in moving person with major injuries in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).
- Identify and apply first aid treatment in compliance with work safety requirements
according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 5

PERFORM ARTIFICIAL
RESPIRATION DURING
EMERGENCY.

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CONTENT STANDARD
PERFORM ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION DURING EMERGENCY.
LEARNING STANDARD
5.1 Move an injured person to a safe site
5.2 Perform artificial respiration
TEACHING STRATEGIES
5.2 Move An Injured Person To A Safe Site
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.2.4
5.2.5

Describe procedure of moving electrocuted person in compliance with work safety

requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Apply techniques and procedures of artificial respiration in compliance with work
safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Describe procedures and action to be taken during an emergency in compliance with
work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Apply correct methods in moving injured person to a safe area in compliance with
work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

5.3 Perform Artificial Respiration

5.3.1
5.3.2
5.3.3

Apply correct procedures in performing artificial respiration during emergencies

according to Ministry of Health (MOH) first aid procedures.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Ministry of Health (MOH) first aid procedures.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
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EXAMPLE:
.
- Describe procedures and action to be taken during an emergency in compliance with
work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
-

Apply correct procedures in performing artificial respiration during emergencies

according to Ministry of Health (MOH) first aid procedures.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 6

REPORT UNSAFE ACTS AND

CONDITION, ACCIDENTS AND
INJURIES

CONTENT STANDARD

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REPORT UNSAFE ACTS AND CONDITION, ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES

LEARNING STANDARD
6.1 Identify unsafe working situation, area and precaution to be taken.
6.2 Notify unsafe acts, condition, accidents and injuries.
6.3 Inspect and regulate safe working area.
TEACHING STRATEGIES
6.1 Identify Unsafe Working Situation, Area And Precaution To Be Taken.
6.1.1
6.1.2

Identify and describe unsafe working situation, area and precaution to be taken in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).
Practice safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

6.2 Notify Unsafe Acts, Condition, Accidents And Injuries.

6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3

Identify and describe procedure of reporting unsafe act, accidents and injuries in
compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).
Respond and react during emergency in compliance with work safety requirements
according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Contact relevant authorities in case of accident or fire in compliance with work safety
requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

6.3 Inspect And Regulate Safe Working Area.

6.3.1
6.3.2

Request for permission from supervisor to apply safe working condition in

compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in compliance
with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
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Respond and react during emergency in compliance with work safety requirements
according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

Request for permission from supervisor to apply safe working condition in

compliance with work safety requirements according to Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, MALAYSIA

LEARNING OUTLINE
CONFIDENTIAL

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PROGRAMME

WELDING TECHNOLOGY

MODUL CODE

CMWT 103

MODULE TITLE

MATERIALS AND CONSUMABLE 1

LEVEL

1 SEMESTER 1

CREDIT UNIT

2.0

CONTACT HOUR

4.0 HOURS / WEEK

PREREQUISITE

NO. OF COMPETENCY

6 COMPETENCIES

MODULE OUTCOMES:
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

Identify types of materials

Identify and select parent metal for welding
Identify and select welding consumable
Arrange and handle welding consumables (identify, segregate, store and bake)

MODULE DESCRIPTION
This unit identifies the competence required to provide students with:

Comprehensive understanding in identifying types of materials and interpreting

material specification.
Select parent metal for welding referring to mill certificate.
Select welding consumables referring to welding specification.
Handling welding consumables for storage.
Monitor use of welding electrode

COMPETENCY 1

IDENTIFY TYPE OF MATERIALS

CONTENT STANDARD
IDENTIFY TYPE OF MATERIALS

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LEARNING STANDARD

1.2

1.1 Use material specification, charts, tables and manuals

List type and grade of material

TEACHING STRATEGIES
1.1 Use Material Specification, Charts, Tables And Manuals
1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.1.4
1.1.5
1.1.6
1.1.7

Describe type of materials ferrous and non-ferrous metals and its properties in
accordance to material specification chart.
Give definition for material hardness in accordance to material specification chart.
Give definition for chemical composition in accordance to material specification chart.
Give definition for tensile stress, yield strength and impact strength according in
accordance to material specification chart.
Give definition for material elongation in accordance to material specification chart.
Give definition for alloys in accordance to material specification chart.
Identify and interpret material specification, charts, tables and manuals as per code,
standard, schedule and specification in accordance to material specification chart.

1.2 List Type And Grade Of Material

1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3
1.2.4
1.2.5

Describe basic material testing methods according to material specification chart in

accordance to material specification chart.
Carry out basic material identification and testing according to material specification
chart in accordance to material specification chart.
Identify material grade according to material specification chart in accordance to
material specification chart.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
.

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Give definition for tensile stress, yield strength and impact strength according in
accordance to material specification chart.
Identify material grade according to material specification chart in accordance to
material specification chart.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 2

IDENTIFY AND SELECT PARENT

METAL FOR WELDING

CONTENT STANDARD

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IDENTIFY AND SELECT PARENT METAL FOR WELDING

LEARNING STANDARD
2.1 Identify and inspect according to mill certificate specifications.
2.2 Check material as required by specification.
2.3 Identify and choose size of material required
TEACHING STRATEGIES
2.1 Identify And Inspect According To Mill Certificate Specifications.
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3

Define definition for basic metallurgy in accordance to material specification chart.

Identify and interpret material codes in accordance to material specification chart.
List out various types of common materials according to manufacturer
recommendation in accordance to material specification chart.

2.2 Check Material As Required By Specification.

2.2.1

Carry out simple workshop test on material to meet welding process requirements in
accordance to material specification chart.

2.3 Identify And Choose Size Of Material Required

2.3.1
2.3.2

Describe size of material required to meet welding process requirements in

accordance to material specification chart.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
.

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List out various types of common materials according to manufacturer

recommendation in accordance to material specification chart.
Carry out simple workshop test on material to meet welding process requirements in
accordance to material specification chart.

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 3

IDENTIFY AND SELECT

WELDING CONSUMABLE

CONTENT STANDARD
IDENTIFY AND SELECT WELDING CONSUMABLE

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LEARNING STANDARD
3.1 Check for welding electrode specification
3.2 Identify and choose electrode required
TEACHING STRATEGIES
3.1 Check For Welding Electrode Specification
3.1.1

Describe electrodes classification in accordance to American Welding Society

(AWS) / British Standard (BS) codes and standard.

3.2 Identify And Choose Electrode Required

3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4

Identify welding code for electrode selection in accordance to American Welding

Society (AWS) / British Standard (BS) codes and standard.
List types of electrode required in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) /
British Standard (BS) codes and standard.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
Describe electrodes classification in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS)
/ British Standard (BS) codes and standard.
-

Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to

Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

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COMPETENCY 4

ARRANGE AND HANDLE

WELDING CONSUMABLES
(IDENTIFY, SEGREGATE, STORE
AND BAKE)

CONTENT STANDARD

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ARRANGE AND HANDLE WELDING CONSUMABLES (IDENTIFY, SEGREGATE, STORE

AND BAKE)
LEARNING STANDARD
4.1 List manufacturer specification
4.2 List welding electrode classification
4.3 Store and preserve electrode
TEACHING STRATEGIES
4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2

List Manufacturer Specification

Describe electrode specification in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) /
British Standard (BS) codes and standard.
Describe manufacturer specification in accordance to American Welding Society
(AWS) / British Standard (BS) codes and standard.

4.2 List Welding Electrode Classification

4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3
4.2.4

Describe classification of electrode according to welding process requirements in

accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) / British Standard (BS) codes and
standard.
Apply manufacturer recommendation for handling of electrode according to work
requirements in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) / British Standard
(BS) codes and standard.
Describe method of storage and preservation of electrode according to manufacturer
recommendation in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) / British
Standard (BS) codes and standard.
Describe segregation of electrode according to classification in accordance to
American Welding Society (AWS) / British Standard (BS) codes and standard.

4.3 Store And Preserve Electrode

4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5

Describe electrode drying procedure as recommended by manufacturer in

accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) / British Standard (BS) codes and
standard.
Explain electrode drying oven operation in accordance to American Welding Society
(AWS) / British Standard (BS) codes and standard.
Identify and list environmental requirements for storage and preservation
maintenance in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) / British Standard
(BS) codes and standard.
Conduct electrode re-drying in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) /
British Standard (BS) codes and standard.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.

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EXAMPLE:
.
- Apply manufacturer recommendation for handling of electrode according to work
requirements in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) / British Standard
(BS) codes and standard.
- Conduct electrode re-drying in accordance to American Welding Society (AWS) /
British Standard (BS) codes and standard.

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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, MALAYSIA

LEARNING OUTLINE
CONFIDENTIAL

PROGRAMME

WELDING TECHNOLOGY

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MODUL CODE

CMWT 104

MODULE TITLE

MECHANICAL CUTTING

LEVEL

1 SEMESTER 1

CREDIT UNIT

2.0

CONTACT HOUR

4.0 HOURS / WEEK

PREREQUISITE

NO. OF COMPETENCY

6 COMPETENCIES

MODULE OUTCOMES:
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

Cut material using disc cutter

Cut material using power saw
Cut material using band saw
Cut material using circular saw
Cut material using hydraulic squaring machine
Cut material using hand lever shear

MODULE DESCRIPTION
This unit identifies the competence required for laying out material for cutting processes by
measuring using measuring and marking tools and instrument so that the material is marked
as per drawing specification
This unit identifies the competence required for cutting metal using disc cutter, power saw,
band saw, circular saw, hydraulic squaring machine and hand lever shear so that the metal
is cut to the required size, shape and dimensional accuracy as per drawing specification

COMPETENCY 1

CUT MATERIAL USING DISC

CUTTING MACHINE

CONTENT STANDARD
CUT MATERIAL USING DISC CUTTING MACHINE
LEARNING STANDARD

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1.1 Select disc cutting machine

1.2 Cut work piece
1.3 Check work piece after cutting
TEACHING STRATEGIES

1.1 Select Disc Cutting Machine

1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.1.4

List types of disc cutting machine according to manufacturer recommendation.

Describe operations of a disc cutting machine in accordance to standard operation
procedures.
Identify and choose cutting disc required according to standard working requirement.
List safety precaution related in handling of disc cutting machine in accordance to
standard operation procedures.

1.2 Cut Work Piece

1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3

Operate disc cutting machine in accordance to standard operation procedures.

Apply cutting technique in accordance to standard operation procedures.
Apply safety precaution according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

1.3 Check Work Piece After Cutting

1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3
1.3.4

Identify and list types of measuring tools used to check work piece after cutting
according to manufacturer recommendation.
Use measuring tools and instruments to check work piece in accordance to standard
operation procedures.
Practice safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
.
- Describe operations of a disc cutting machine in accordance to standard operation
procedures

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Use measuring tools and instruments to check work piece in accordance to standard
operation procedures.

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COMPETENCY 2

CUT MATERIAL USING POWER

SAW

CONTENT STANDARD
CUT MATERIAL USING POWER SAW
LEARNING STANDARD

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2.1 Select cutting machine

2.2 Cut work piece
2.3 Check work piece after cutting
TEACHING STRATEGIES
2.1 Select Cutting Machine
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4

Name and list types of power saw according to manufacturer recommendation.

State and list operations of power saw in accordance to standard operation
procedures.
Choose power saw required in accordance to standard working requirement.
List safety precaution related in handling of power saw in accordance to standard
operation procedures.

2.2 Cut Work Piece

2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3

Operate power saw in accordance to standard operation procedures.

Perform cutting technique in accordance to standard operation procedures.
Practice safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

2.3 Check Work Piece After Cutting

2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3

Name and list types of measuring tools used to check work piece after cutting
according to manufacturer recommendation.
Use measuring tools and instruments to check work piece in accordance to standard
operation procedures.
Practice safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
List safety precaution related in handling of power saw in accordance to standard
operation procedures.
- Use measuring tools and instruments to check work piece in accordance to standard
operation procedures.

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SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

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ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 3

CUT MATERIAL USING BAND

SAW

CONTENT STANDARD

CUT MATERIAL USING BAND SAW

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LEARNING STANDARD
3.1 Select cutting machine
3.2 Cut work piece
3.3 Check work piece after cutting
TEACHING STRATEGIES
3.1 Select Cutting Machine
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.1.4

Name and list types of band saw according to manufacturer recommendation.

State and list operations of band saw in accordance to standard operation
procedures.
Choose band saw required in accordance to standard working requirement.
List safety precaution related in handling of band saw in accordance to standard
operation procedures.

3.2

Cut Work Piece

3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3

Operate band saw in accordance to standard operation procedures.

Perform cutting technique in accordance to standard operation procedures.
Practice safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3

Check Work Piece After Cutting

Name and list types of measuring tools used to check work piece after cutting
according to manufacturer recommendation.
Use measuring tools and instruments to check work piece in accordance to standard
operation procedures.
Practice safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette according to
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
Choose band saw required in accordance to standard working requirement.

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Name and list types of measuring tools used to check work piece after cutting
according to manufacturer recommendation.
Use measuring tools and instruments to check work

SUGGESTED ITEM EVALUATION

TO DEVELOP ITEM CONSTRUCTION ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES BASED ON

ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
BOARD

COMPETENCY 4

CUT MATERIAL USING

CIRCULAR SAW

CONTENT STANDARD
CUT MATERIAL USING CIRCULAR SAW
LEARNING STANDARD

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4.1 Identify and select cutting machine

4.2 Cut work piece
4.3 Inspect work piece after cutting
TEACHING STRATEGIES
4.1 Identify And Select Cutting Machine
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3

State safety precaution related to handling and operating of circular saw in

accordance to standard operation procedures.
State operational feature of circular saw in accordance to standard operation
procedures.
Choose circular saw required in accordance to standard operation procedures.

4.2 Cut Work Piece

4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3
4.2.4
4.3
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3

State safety precaution related to handling and operating circular saw according to
manufacturer recommendation in accordance to standard operation procedures.
State cutting technique according to a given procedure in accordance to standard
operation procedures.
Operate power saw in accordance to standard operation procedures.
Apply safety precaution in compliance with work safety requirements in accordance
to standard operation procedures.
Inspect Work Piece After Cutting
State and list types of measuring tools used according to a given procedure in
accordance to standard operation procedures.
Use measuring tools and instrument according to a given procedure in accordance to
standard operation procedures.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in accordance
to standard operation procedures.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
.
- State and list types of measuring tools used according to a given procedure in
accordance to standard operation procedures.

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Use measuring tools and instrument according to a given procedure in accordance to

standard operation procedures.

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ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
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COMPETENCY 5

: CUT MATERIAL USING HYDRAULIC

SQUARING MACHINE

CONTENT STANDARD
CUT MATERIAL USING HYDRAULIC SQUARING MACHINE
LEARNING STANDARD

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5.1 Identify and select cutting machine

5.2 Cut work piece
5.3 Inspect work piece after shearing
TEACHING STRATEGIES
5.1 Identify And Select Cutting Machine
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3

State safety precaution related to handling and operating of hydraulic squaring

machine in accordance to standard operation procedures.
Describe operational feature of hydraulic squaring machine in accordance to
standard operation procedures.
Identify and choose hydraulic squaring machine in accordance to standard operation
procedures.

5.2 Cut Work Piece

5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.2.4

State safety precaution related to handling and operating hydraulic squaring machine
according to manufacturer recommendation in accordance to standard operation
procedures.
Describe cutting technique according to a given procedure in accordance to standard
operation procedures.
Operate hydraulic squaring machine according to manufacturer recommendation in
accordance to standard operation procedures.
Apply safety precaution in compliance with work safety requirements in accordance
to standard operation procedures.

5.3 Inspect Work Piece After Shearing

5.3.1
5.3.2
5.3.3

List types of measuring tools used according to a given procedure in accordance to

standard operation procedures.
Identify and use measuring tools and instrument according to a given Procedure in
accordance to standard operation procedures.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in accordance
to OSHA.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
Describe operational feature of hydraulic squaring machine in accordance to
standard operation procedures.

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Identify and use measuring tools and instrument according to a given Procedure in
accordance to standard operation procedures.

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COMPETENCY 6

: CUT MATERIAL
USING HAND
LEVER SHEAR

CONTENT STANDARD
CUT MATERIAL USING HAND LEVER SHEAR

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LEARNING STANDARD
6.1 Identify and select cutting machine
6.2 Cut work piece
6.3 Inspect work piece after shearing
TEACHING STRATEGIES
6.1 Identify And Select Cutting Machine
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3

State safety precaution related to handling and operating of hand lever shear
according to manufacturer recommendation in accordance to standard operation
procedures.
Describe operational feature of hand lever shear according to manufacturer
recommendation in accordance to standard operation procedures.
Identify and choose hand lever shear according to a given procedure in accordance
to standard operation procedures.

6.2 Cut Work Piece

6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
6.2.4

State safety precaution related to handling and operating hand lever shear according
to manufacturer recommendation in accordance to standard operation procedures.
Describe cutting technique according to a given procedure in accordance to standard
operation procedures.
Operate hand lever shear according to manufacturer recommendation in accordance
to standard operation procedures.
Apply safety precaution in compliance with work safety requirements in accordance
to standard operation procedures.

6.3 Inspect Work Piece After Shearing

6.3.1
6.3.2
6.3.3

List types of measuring tools used according to a given procedure in accordance to

manufacturer recommendation.
Identify and use measuring tools and instrument according to a given procedure in
accordance to standard operation procedures.
Practise safety consciousness, cautious and proper working etiquette in accordance
to standard operation procedures according to OSHA.

SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES

TO PROPOSED PRACTICAL WORK ACTIVITIES IN RELATION

TO CONTENT AND LEARNING STANDARDS.
EXAMPLE:
.
- Operate hand lever shear according to manufacturer recommendation in accordance
to standard operation procedures.

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dentify and use measuring tools and instrument according to a given procedure in
accordance to standard operation procedures.

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ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS THAT ARE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE EXAMINATION
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