Hard Skills
IntermediateOxy-Acetylene Welding (OAW)The process of joining metal pieces by heating them with a flame from a mixture of oxygen and acetylene gas and adding filler material if necessary.
IntermediateGas Cutting (Oxy-fuel Cutting)Using an oxy-acetylene torch to preheat metal to its ignition temperature and then using a high-pressure stream of oxygen to burn and cut through the material.
FoundationalHigh-Pressure Gas Handling and SafetyKnowledge and practice of safely storing, transporting, and connecting oxygen and acetylene cylinders, regulators, and hoses to prevent leaks and explosions.
IntermediateBlueprint and Symbol InterpretationThe ability to read and interpret technical drawings, dimensions, and standard welding symbols to execute projects according to engineering specifications.
AdvancedThermal Distortion ControlTechniques used to manage and minimize the warping or bending of metal components caused by the intense heat of the acetylene flame.
IntermediateMetallurgical Property KnowledgeUnderstanding how different metals and alloys react to heat, including melting points, oxidation characteristics, and heat-affected zones.